By Rosalind Russell – Laurentian University is hosting the official opening of their new Language Learning Centre (LLC), located in the Alphonse Raymond building today.   Designed to support the university’s bilingual and tricultural learning environment, the centre is a … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Canada Post has informed the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) that it will be responding to the union with new global offers designed to move negotiations forward.  According to the release, this will allow the … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Hatchery Pond overseen by the North Shore Anglers and Hunters Conservation Association has undergone a major cleanup to prepare it for the raising of new fry in the new year. Morris Sanftenberg Construction brought in … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Town of Espanola is partnering with Noojmowin Teg Health Centre to host a mini–Pow Wow Social on September 30th in recognition of the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation. According to the release, the gathering … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola Little Theatre will be hosting its Annual General Meeting next week. Officials say the troupe will review the last year, discuss upcoming presentations and elect/name people to various positions on the executive. Everyone is … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The province is looking into expanding the scope of practice for a wide range of regulated health professionals, including optometrists, psychologists, and physiotherapists.   The health ministry says it would improve access to timely care, reduce … Continue reading →

(ESPANOLA, ON) – Two people are facing charges after police conducted a traffic stop for a dirty licence plate. On Sunday, September 14, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) observed a motor vehicle … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The provincial government is providing funding for various snowmobile trails to get ungrades for the upcoming season. The Ontario government is investing $429,378 through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) to help the Ontario Federation … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Township of Huron Shores is hosting a public forum this fall focusing on the Dean Lake Road Bridge, but there are concerns the bridge will not be open for winter travel. The bridge provides access … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Conseil scolaire du Grand Nord has appointed Marie-Soleil Beites (MARIE Soo-lay Bat-tees) as Superintendent of Education. Beites holds a master’s degree in education from the University of Ottawa and a bachelor’s degree in education from … Continue reading →