By Rosalind Russell – The Greater Sudbury Police Service has acquired the service’s first Tactical Rescue Vehicle (TRV). Officials say it strengthens their ability to safely respond to high-risk, life-threatening incidents. According to the release, it is designed to protect … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Dozen’s of students took part in the Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon schools Third Annual Esports Tournament at the beginning of the month. Education director Tom Michaud (ME -show) says 41 teams from 18 of their schools … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Town of Espanola and the Township of Sables-Spanish Rivers have hired  a Regional Deputy Fire Chief.  According to the release, Brandon Courtemanche was born and raised in Espanola and has over eight years of experience … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Calling all cookie decorators, it’s Smile Cookie Time in support of the Espanola Helping Hand Food Bank. Volunteer Grant Lewis says last year, over $22,000 was raised to assist the organization, which is run by volunteers … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The operator of Manitoulin Island’s Chi-Cheemaun is looking for a new hand on the wheel. The Owen Sound Transportation Company, the Crown corporation that oversees operation of the province’s ferries, including the “Big Canoe” as it … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 189 in Blind River is asking veterans to do lunch. According to the release, the Let’s Do Lunch gathering is set for April 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Elliot Lake Vikings are prepping for their comeback and are looking forward to seeing their fans. The Northern Ontario Junior A Team took a hiatus due to the closure and renovation of the Rogers Arena … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Motorists are being asked to be vigilant when driving on local area roads. Conservation Sudbury and Sault Ste. Marie are both reporting flooding throughout their jurisdictions. Following days of warmer temperatures and heavy melt, several roads … Continue reading →

By Grant Lewis – Curcurbita Maxima is not the name of a disease, or a new car, or new dance step…but is the botanical name for a Giant Pumpkin.  Join the Espanola Gardeners as they welcome Jason Behm of Massey. … Continue reading →