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Northern Credit Union donates $130,000 to 25 communities
By Rosalind Russell – Three local area organizations have received financial supports as part of Northern Credit’s Union Season of Impact Program – Giving for Good. Larry’s Place Fresh Start for Men in Elliot Lake, Algoma Harvest, and Espanola’s Boogie … Continue reading
Rainbow Schools collect $64,294 for area food banks
Rainbow Schools have once again joined forces to fight hunger and feed hope this holiday season by participating in the Edgar Burton Food Drive. From festive concerts and community canvasses to spirit days and sports events, staff and students took … Continue reading
Hometown boy does good … on the ice
By Rosalind Russell – The Town of Espanola will be able to cheer on one of their own when the junior A team, the Espanola Paper Kings, take to the ice. This season, Espanola’s own 16-year-old Carter Mullen is currently … Continue reading
Northlander back on track … for 2026
By Rosalind Russell – Quarter to six in the morning and 11:30 at night. That’s when the new Northlander passenger train service will arrive in North Bay, once it is launched. The proposed service schedule is posted on the Northlander … Continue reading
Kenjgewin Teg named official test site for Canadian Adult Education Credential
By Rosalind Russell – Kenjgewin Teg has been designated as an official test site for the new Canadian Adult Education Credential. President Beverley Roy says being a test site is the first step in supporting access to expanded learning, and … Continue reading
Science North receives funds for new exhibit featuring water
By Rosalind Russell – A renewal project featuring a new exhibition will be mounted at Science North in Sudbury after receiving $650,000 in federal funding from FedNor. Ashley Larose, the CEO of Science North says the new ‘Woven by Water’ … Continue reading
Little explorers on the move!
In their Physical Education class, the Kindergarten students at École catholique La Renaissance (Espanola) have fun while developing their motor skills. Each activity is an opportunity to move, play, and discover… one small step at a time, with a big … Continue reading
Espanola council passes municipal budget – 4.6% increase over 2025
By Rosalind Russell – Espanola council passed the 2026 municipal budget last night with an overall increase of 4.6% over last year’s budget. The brunt of the increase, 4.18%, is outside of council’s control and includes policing, social services, insurance … Continue reading
2026 Espanola Family Day Children’s Winter Fishing Derby recognized by OFAH
By Rosalind Russell – The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters has recognized the 2026 Espanola Family Day Children’s Fishing Derby. As part of the official recognition of the derby, the federation will be providing fishing information packs and prizing … Continue reading
Gregorpalooza sold out, but donations are still welcome
By Rosalind Russell – An annual fundraiser to assist a local resident in the Elliot Lake area has sold out, but donations to help the family are still appreciated. Vince Ucci, the organizer of the annual event, says the 17th … Continue reading
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