By Rosalind Russell – Representatives from the Town of Espanola are attending the annual Federation of Northern  Ontario Municipalities Conference this week in Timmins alongside municipal and provincial leaders from across Northern Ontario. Espanola CAO, Joseph Burke, says the keynote address was provided by … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Fifteen years ago, a small group of students and staff at Espanola High School planted a flag for kindness, inclusion, and courage by founding the Spartan Gay Straight Alliance. According to the release, what began as … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – With the imminent closure of the sawmill in Nairn Centre, the Third Annual Job Fair & Career Expo is a timely one. Hosted by the four municipalities that make up the LaCloche Foothills, the Espanola Regional … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Following the success of the Smile Cookie Campaign in Espanola and McKerrow, Giant Tiger has stepped up to assist the Helping Hand Food Bank. Store owner Dan Vanier and his staff raised two thousand dollars taking … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Two Espanola businesses have teamed up to assist the 75th Espanola High School Bursary Trust. Gateway to Rainbow Country Vendors and artisan, Crafts&More, have teamed up to produce a 15-ounce mug to mark the anniversary, but … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Seven students from Rainbow Schools who showcased their talents at the Skills Ontario Competition brought home two silver and three bronze medals this past weekend. Espanola High School’s Hetvi Patel brought home a bronze in Aesthetics … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Nickel Belt MPP France Gelinas met with members of the Ontario Nursing Association yesterday to officially launch Nursing Week and lend her support those dedicated workers. She says the ONA represents registered nurses, registered practical nurses … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Despite the rain this past Saturday, the newly revived Kiwanis Club of Elliot Lake, hosted a successful Community Cleanup in and around the Kiwanis Park. Vice-president Erin Brunelle, who also owns the Tim Hortons franchise in … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – To close Catholic Education Week last week, an Elliot Lake school unveiled a new mural to celebrate the city. Education superintendent, Julie Chenard Azzi says the mural at École catholique Georges Vanier pays tribute to the … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Ontario Liberal party has its first leadership candidate.  Toronto area MPP Lee Fairclough wants to replace interim leader John Fraser, who’s been in the post since Bonnie Crombie resigned in January.  Fairclough is a first-time MPP.  Before … Continue reading →