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Food struggles continue for many
By Rosalind Russell – A new survey finds more people across Canada are turning to community organizations for help putting food on the table, while the groups supporting them are struggling to keep up. More than 1,600 organizations were surveyed … Continue reading
Gelinas reiterates concerns about LifeLabs to Ministry of Health
By Rosalind Russell – Nickel Belt MPP France Gelinas is reiterating her concerns about the closure of LifeLabs in Sudbury in a letter to the Ministry of Health. Gelinas is telling Minister Sylvie Jones why the closure of the testing … Continue reading
Espanola’s Giant Tiger receives accolades and funds for a local charity … or two.
By Rosalind Russell – Back on September 16, Dan Vanier, the owner of the Giant Tiger in Espanola, received the company’s 2026 Trusted Store of the Community Award at their annual Owner Manager Meetings. He says he is honoured but … Continue reading
Project SEARCH HSN helps students prepare for the workforce
By Rosalind Russell – An international program that helps students prepare for the world of work is in its fifth year in Greater Sudbury, thanks to an ongoing partnership between Rainbow District School Board, Health Sciences North, the City of … Continue reading
Rapids close out Showcase with OT win vs. Vikings
By Rosalind Russell – The Elliot Lake Vikings came ever so close to winning the NOJHL showcase. A goal coming early in overtime gave the French River Rapids their first win of the season as they edged the Elliot Lake … Continue reading
ERHHC Launches Volunteer Program with Future Community Leaders
By Katie Cooper – ESPANOLA, ON – ERHHC CEO Martin Lees, former CEO Jane Batistelli, and retired RN Nancy Lacasse visited Espanola High School this morning to introduce a new volunteer program designed to connect students with meaningful opportunities inside … Continue reading
Espanola takes NOJHL Showcase opener against Elliot Lake
By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola Paper Kings defeated the Elliot Lake Vikings 5-3 yesterday in the opening game of the Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League Showcase being held at Gerry McCrory Countryside Sports Complex in Sudbury. In other game … Continue reading
ADSAB launches district wide survey focused on housing and homelessness
By Rosalind Russell – The Algoma District Services Administration Board has launched a survey focused on housing and homelessness across the Algoma District. According to the release, the board is working on the 2026-2036 Housing and Homelessness Plan, which will … Continue reading
La Renaissance SHSM Environment students take part in an immersive outdoor learning experience
From September 16 to 18, students enrolled in the Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) in Environment at École secondaire catholique La Renaissance in Espanola enjoyed a memorable educational experience at Chutes Provincial Park. The three-day camping excursion provided students with … Continue reading
Plenty of action coming with Espanola Minor Hockey – historical first: icing an all-girls team
By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola Minor Hockey Association is excited to kick off another hockey season. Jennifer Colard, the association’s awards & publicity coordinator, says they 48 players in their U7 program and a full U9 team competing in … Continue reading
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