By Rosalind Russell – Two Espanola businesses have teamed up to assist the 75th Espanola High School Bursary Trust. Gateway to Rainbow Country Vendors and artisan, Crafts&More, have teamed up to produce a 15-ounce mug to mark the anniversary, but … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Seven students from Rainbow Schools who showcased their talents at the Skills Ontario Competition brought home two silver and three bronze medals this past weekend. Espanola High School’s Hetvi Patel brought home a bronze in Aesthetics … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Nickel Belt MPP France Gelinas met with members of the Ontario Nursing Association yesterday to officially launch Nursing Week and lend her support those dedicated workers. She says the ONA represents registered nurses, registered practical nurses … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Despite the rain this past Saturday, the newly revived Kiwanis Club of Elliot Lake, hosted a successful Community Cleanup in and around the Kiwanis Park. Vice-president Erin Brunelle, who also owns the Tim Hortons franchise in … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – To close Catholic Education Week last week, an Elliot Lake school unveiled a new mural to celebrate the city. Education superintendent, Julie Chenard Azzi says the mural at École catholique Georges Vanier pays tribute to the … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Ontario Liberal party has its first leadership candidate.  Toronto area MPP Lee Fairclough wants to replace interim leader John Fraser, who’s been in the post since Bonnie Crombie resigned in January.  Fairclough is a first-time MPP.  Before … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Lancer Dome in Sudbury reopens today.  Rainbow District School Board business superintendent Adam Guibault says the dome, which collapsed following a major snow storm in late March re-opens for school and community use today. He … Continue reading →

By Christopher Clark – Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) refers to a group of lifelong conditions that cause chronic inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract, most commonly Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and in some cases indeterminate colitis. These diseases inflame the lining … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – If you love moto-cross, rev up that engine, the season begins in the local area this weekend. The Massey Agricultural Society has opened up its moto-cross course at the fairgrounds with practices beginning this weekend. Anyone … Continue reading →