By Rosalind Russell – The Ontario Home Builders’ Association says it is optimistic about proposed provincial legislation to tackle the housing crisis.    The association is welcoming the Protecting Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act — which they say … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – It is Victims and Survivors of Crime Week, and yesterday, the Manitoulin/North Shore Victim Services hosted two proclamation signings and flag lowering ceremonies, the first at the Espanola Town Hall and in the afternoon at the … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – McHappy Day was a record-breaking success across the country. McDonald’s Canada says over $11.3 million was raised for Ronald McDonald House Charities and other local children’s charities in communities across Canada.  Locally, Elliot Lake raised $5,341 … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Northern Ontario School of Medicine University wants to hear from you.   The university is hosting town halls in a number of communities, but for those unable to attend, they will also welcome comments online. … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Small and medium-sized businesses dealing with the impact of U-S tariffs can apply to the province for funding support.   Ontario’s Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade Minister Vic Fedeli says the new 50-million-dollar Ontario Together … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – A clean-technology company is looking at being a tenant at the Domtar Mill in Espanola.According to BMI, CHAR Technologies is considering setting up shop to produce renewable natural gas and a bio-coal product made from residual wood … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Several Espanola High School students have their artistic work on display at the Art Gallery of Sudbury this month.According to the release, the display features the work of students from Grades nine to 12, including painting, drawing, … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The grand opening of a new park welcoming anything ‘wheels’ will be held in Elliot Lake at the end of the month.The city will host the grand opening of the William Lozier All Wheels Park on May … Continue reading →

ESPANOLA, ON — The Espanola Royal Canadian Legion has made a significant contribution to the health and well-being of the community with a generous donation from its Poppy Fund. The Legion presented a large donation to the Espanola Regional Hospital Foundation to … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – A major highway reconstruction project is now underway in Espanola.Highway Six, from Station Road north to the Tudhope Street intersection will undergo reconstruction this summer including new roadway, sidewalks, water and sewer lines.Special Projects Manager Joel … Continue reading →