By Rosalind Russell – Algoma-Manitoulin MPP Bill Rosenberg was on tour last week making major announcements in the Algoma and Manitoulin Districts.  He kicked off his first stop in Sault Ste. Marie early Friday morning distributing nearly $5 million for water infrastructure and primary … Continue reading →

 By Rosalind Russell – The LaCloche Foothills municipalities will be hosting the 4th Annual Job Fair & Career Expo on May 12th at the Espanola Recreation Complex from 10am-2pm.   According to the release, whether someone is looking for a job or is a business owner looking to hire, all … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Algoma Public Health has released early findings from Nurturing Algoma, a districtwide initiative focused on supporting families with children aged up to six years old.  The early findings indicate that almost one in four children in Algoma are at risk in at … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Manitoulin Northshore Victim Services (MNVS) celebrated its 30th anniversary at the Espanola Golf and Country Club on Saturday, bringing together supporters and volunteers from across the North shore Corridor and Manitoulin Island. Executive director, Cynthia Stewart, … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Town of Espanola has been in contact with Penstock Power LP (formerly Domtar) regarding high water flows in the Spanish River including Black Creek, which winds its way through Espanola to the main waterway.  Officials … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Flood warnings are in place across many areas of Algoma, Manitoulin and Sudbury, as well as many other districts in Ontario. All main waterways including the Spanish, Vermilion, Sauble and Mississagi rivers, have been steadily rising … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Commuters in the Elliot Lake area are being asked to take part in a survey. Manager of Economic Development, Steve Antunes, informed council that the city’s department is looking to identify the number of residents who … Continue reading →

The Massey Area Museum will be opening for another season this weekend. According to the release, the opening ceremony is tomorrow from one p.m. to three p.m.  The Meet and Greet is also an opportunity to meet the new curator, … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands council was joined by Assiginack Township counterparts to hear a proposal for a 110-acre solar farm on Manitoulin Island. Compass Greenfield Development has approached both councils to discuss leasing part of … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – With more rain on the way, flood watches in all three districts: Manitoulin, Algoma and Sudbury, are still in place. Several Manitoulin Island municipalities have states of emergency in place, including the townships of Assiginack, Billings … Continue reading →