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Bishop Dowd shares his thoughts on the new Pope
By Rosalind Russell – Bishop Thomas Dowd of the Diocese of Sault Ste. Marie says he hopes to meet the new Pope when he travels to Rome for the Jubilee of Youth at the end of July. He says the … Continue reading
Freemasonry milestone marked in Elliot Lake with special ceremony
By Rosalind Russell – Elliot Lake’s Masonic Lodge 698 had a special guest this week — the Grand Master of Ontario, Jamie Ireland, visited along with his Deputy Grand Master Art di Cecco (de-CHECK-oh), who will be taking over as … Continue reading
It’s McHappy Day
By Rosalind Russell – If you love your Big Mac or Happy Meal, today it will taste extra special since it is McHappy Day.McHappy Day is a one-day fundraiser organized by McDonald’s Canada and its independent franchisees where a portion of … Continue reading
Search this weekend for missing Manitoulin Island woman
By Rosalind Russell – The family and supporters of a missing Manitoulin Island woman are asking the public for help in a search that will take place this weekend.Juanita Migwans of M’Chigeeng has been missing since late last fall.Despite a … Continue reading
Flag lowering’s, proclamations and conference for Victims and Survivors of Crime Week
By Rosalind Russell – Victims and Survivors of Crime Week is next week and there is an opportunity to attend flag lowering, proclamations and a conference in our local area.Amy Collins, the executive director of Manitoulin/North Shore Victim Services says … Continue reading
Rise in drug poisonings in local districts
By Rosalind Russell – Public Health Sudbury & Districts is warning of a rise in drug poisonings (overdoses) and unexpected reactions to substances in the Sudbury and Manitoulin districts.According to the release, the cause of the increase is unknown. The … Continue reading
Two Espanola High School Alumni Win Canadian Armed Forces National Men’s Volleyball
By Lina Vermeer – On April 29, Levi Vermeer and Jason Nadeau, two Espanola High School (EHS) alumni, won the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) National Men’s Volleyball championship! Levi Vermeer and Jason Nadeau—currently stationed at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Petawawa—are … Continue reading
Espanola hospital and foundation releases five-year Strategic Plans
By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola Regional Hospital and Health Centre and its foundation have both unveiled new five-year strategic plans. Officials say the plans were developed through consultation with staff, stakeholders, patients, and community members and outline priorities and … Continue reading
New education director appointment
By Rosalind Russell – The Conseil scolaire du Grand Nord has appointed Carl Dussault as Director of Education and Secretary of the Board. Board chair Francine Vaillancourt says Dussault has 25 years of experience in education, including several years in … Continue reading
Simulated emergency scenario taking place in Elliot Lake
By Rosalind Russell – The City of Elliot Lake will be hosting a simulated emergency scenario. Officials say it’s happening next Tuesday (May 13), and stakeholders will host the simulation from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. as a training opportunity … Continue reading
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