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Inaugural Fishing for a Cure: Let’s Reel Hope raises over $4,600

By Rosalind Russell – The inaugural Fishing for a Cure: Let’s Reel Hope focusing on supporting mental health resources and suicide prevention will become a yearly event. Founded by John and Rosie Podlatis, the fishing derby held this past weekend … Continue reading

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The Ruben Yli-Juuti Centre re-opens in Elliot Lake

By Rosalind Russell – The Elliot Lake pool re-opened yesterday with little fanfare, but enthusiastic users in attendance. The Ruben Yli-Juuti pool reopened yesterday after being closed due to a mechanical failure last year. The pool was originally closed for … Continue reading

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Council approves directing $350,000 for arena bracing

By Rosalind Russell – Elliot Lake Council has given its approval directing $350,000 towards braces for Rogers Arena if needed for ongoing remedial work. Interim CAO, Rob deBortoli says the funds, which could be drawn from the Buildings and Facilities … Continue reading

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Espanola High School brings home medals from Skills Competition 2026

By Rosalind Russell – Several Espanola High School students have brought home medals from this year’s Skills Competition. Owen Bucknell won gold and Fielding Tooley silver in the Automotive Service, while Julien Kiernan won gold and Aidan Steadman won bronze … Continue reading

By-election underway for Whitefish River First Nation

By Rosalind Russell – A by-election to fill a vacancy on Whitefish River First Nation is underway following the passing of a long-time councillor. Leona Nahwegahbow passed away earlier this Spring so in accordance with the First Nation’s election code, … Continue reading

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Environmental group being formed in Massey to highlight solar farm opposition

By Rosalind Russell – An environmental group is being formed in the Township of Sables-Spanish Rivers to highlight local concerns about a possible solar farm. Co-founder Dan St. Lawrence says the groundwork has begun on forming the Massey Wildlife Conservation … Continue reading

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No injuries or fatalities as result of residential fire in Blind River

By Rosalind Russell – There were no injuries or fatalities following a residential fire in Blind River. Fire Chief Ryan Belair says on Wednesday evening around 5 p.m., 16 firefighters responded a structure fire in the west end of YoungFox … Continue reading

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Looking for help to build “The Grandparent Connection” network

By Rosalind Russell – A Sagamok-Anishinabek First Nation woman is looking for help to build what she calls The Grandparent Connection. Laura Owl is looking for input from not only her home community, but also across the North Shore Corridor … Continue reading

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Youth Advisory Committee formed by treaty organization 

By Rosalind Russell – Youth from across the North Shore Corridor and Manitoulin Island are part of the new Robinson Huron Treaty Youth Advisory Committee, a step in strengthening youth leadership and engagement across the territory. Executive Director of the … Continue reading

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Police supporting Little NHL 

By Rosalind Russell – The Ontario Provincial Police is gearing up to show its support for the Little Native Hockey League (LNHL) Tournament, happening March 16-20, 2026, in Markham. Chief Superintendent Gary Maracle (MAR-cail) says Ontario OPP vehicles will once … Continue reading

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