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Mobile Crisis Response Team established in Blind River
By Rosalind Russell – East Algoma OPP, together with the Huron Shores Family Health Team and the Town of Blind River, is launching a Mobile Crisis Response Team serving communities across East Algoma. Inspector Tyler Sturgeon says the collaborative program … Continue reading
Espanola business owner sporting a new look following successful toy campaign
By Rosalind Russell – An Espanola business owner is sporting a new look later today, thanks to a unique challenge to support the Espanola Lions Christmas Toy Drive in memory of Ms. Claus, Agnes Michon. (who repaired, bought and donated … Continue reading
Anishinabek Spiritual Centre launches campaign to modernize dormitories
By Rosalind Russell – The Anishinabek Spiritual Centre has housed visitors for decades in their main lodge dormitories, but the space now needs a bit of modernization. According to the release, the centre has launched a campaign to raise funds … Continue reading
Food drive set for Elliot Lake this Saturday
By Rosalind Russell – The Elliot Lake Fire Department will be having their annual Christmas Food Drive to raise $20,000 in support of the Elliot Lake Food Bank this week, December 6th at 10am to noon. The Elliot Lake Fire … Continue reading
Northern leaders meeting with federal ministers
By Rosalind Russell – Northern municipal officials are meeting with federal ministers to advance nation-building priorities. The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities and Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association are in Ottawa for the sessions. They’re looking to the feds … Continue reading
Deal reached for unionized hospital workers
By Rosalind Russell – The Canadian Union of Public Employees says it’s negotiated a new three-year contract with Ontario’s hospitals. Union officials are recommending their members accept the tentative agreement electronic with ratification votes to be held on Saturday. It … Continue reading
Massive layoff in the Soo – FONOM and NOMA respond to Algoma Steel Layoff announcement
By Rosalind Russell – The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) and the Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association (NOMA) are expressing deep concern following Algoma Steel’s announcement of 1,000 layoff notices—an immeasurable blow to workers, families, and the community of Sault … Continue reading
Laurentian University to Host 2026 North American University Mine Rescue Competition
By Rosalind Russell – Laurentian University will be hosting teams from across North America as the host of the North American University Mine Rescue Competition, which is going to be held February 16th to 21st. The event will bring nine … Continue reading
Community Fund Proposals now being accepted for United Way
By Rosalind Russell – The United Way Centraide North East Ontario is accepting Expressions of Interest for its 2026/2027 Community Fund. Executive Director Cory Roslyn says registered charities and qualified organizations in the north east are invited to apply until … Continue reading
Six school boards under provincial supervision – including North Bay and Parry Sound
By Rosalind Russell – Six school boards in Ontario are now under provincial supervision to address concerns related to growing deficits, depleting reserves and mismanagement. Yesterday morning (Mon), Education Minister Paul Calandra announced the Near North Board – which … Continue reading

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