By Rosalind Russell – A private members motion declaring the expansion and modernization of highways 11 and 17 a project of national significance has passed at Queens Park.Timiskaming-Cochrane MPP John Vanthof’s motion received approval a day after two Conservative ministers … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Manitoulin Health Centre advises that the Mindemoya Hospital, including the Emergency Department, remains temporarily closed under a Code Grey due to recent community flooding.Officials say as the municipality continues its recovery, specific infrastructure and safety … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The mayor of Greater Sudbury has declared a State of Emergency in the city.Paul Lefebvre says based on the  current conditions and updated water level projections from Conservation Sudbury, to ensure they are fully prepared to … Continue reading →

By Shylene Berry – Espanola Public Library continues to grow as “a welcoming hub where all come to learn, discover, create, and connect” with the introduction of an expanded collection of non-traditional items, developed to support active lifestyles and independent … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Flood warnings remain in place across the three districts of Algoma, Manitoulin and Sudbury. In Espanola, water has now overtopped Panache Lake Rd. at Black Creek Bridge. The road is now closed due to flooding and … Continue reading →

 By Rosalind Russell – The operating authority for the well system at C. A. MacMillian Place in Webbwood has advised the building’s UV water treatment system has experienced ongoing mechanical issues over the past month.   According to a release from local social services, … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Algoma-Manitoulin MPP Bill Rosenberg was on tour last week making major announcements in the Algoma and Manitoulin Districts.  He kicked off his first stop in Sault Ste. Marie early Friday morning distributing nearly $5 million for water infrastructure and primary … Continue reading →

 By Rosalind Russell – The LaCloche Foothills municipalities will be hosting the 4th Annual Job Fair & Career Expo on May 12th at the Espanola Recreation Complex from 10am-2pm.   According to the release, whether someone is looking for a job or is a business owner looking to hire, all … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Algoma Public Health has released early findings from Nurturing Algoma, a districtwide initiative focused on supporting families with children aged up to six years old.  The early findings indicate that almost one in four children in Algoma are at risk in at … Continue reading →