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Elliot Lake’s Rogers Arena unlikely to be opened anytime soon
By Rosalind Russell – Elliot Lake’s Special Projects manager says there is growing public interest in the reopening of the Rogers Arena, so he presented a report to council this week to update the project. Bill Goulding says while foundation repairs … Continue reading
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Tentative deal reached with Crown employees
By Rosalind Russell – A tentative three-year agreement has been reached between the province and 17-thousand members of the Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario — including those locally. The union says a ratification vote takes place … Continue reading
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The Memorial Cup is Coming to Elliot Lake
By Rosalind Russell – The Memorial Cup is coming to Elliot Lake today. Hockey Fans are invited to Kiwanis Park (25 Dieppe Ave.) today from 11am to 2pm to celebrate a local member of the Ontario Hockey League London Knights and Memorial Cup Champion, … Continue reading
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High speed broadband project well received in Espanola
By Rosalind Russell – The Northern Ontario Gigabit Fibre Project has achieved another milestone with local communities across the North Shore Corridor and Manitoulin Island moving one step closer to the broadband service being available. Around 50 residents, community leaders, and … Continue reading
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Matt O’Neill, former Espanola morning host, has passed away
By Rosalind Russell – A popular former Espanola radio morning host has passed away. Matt O’Neill worked at the former CKNS radio station in the 1990s, launching his career in the industry for over 30 years. Following his local stint, he … Continue reading
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Manitoulin Agriculture Day featured tours and tests
By Rosalind Russell – Manitoulin Agriculture Day was held on Sunday with tours and tests in Tekhummah on Manitoulin Island. Algoma-Manitoulin MPP Bill Rosenberg says the day was hosted by Lyle Renecker and his son, Johannes, at Palace Hillside Farms where … Continue reading
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Doctor chooses elective in Elliot Lake
By Rosalind Russell – Elliot Lake has welcomed back a doctor for her elective. According to the release, Dr. Michaela Kluke has returned to Elliot Lake to work alongside the other three doctors at St. Joseph’s General Hospital. Kluke, who was … Continue reading
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Manitoulin Group acquires Quebec motor carrier
By Rosalind Russell – The Manitoulin Group of Companies is expanding its presence in northwestern Quebec and Ontario with the acquisition of a transport company out of Quebec.According to the release, the group, part of Manitoulin Transport, acquired Martin Roy … Continue reading
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2025 All Nations Childcare Gathering
By Rosalind Russell – The 2025 All Nations Childcare Gathering, hosted by Kenjgewin Teg’s Manitoulin and Mnidoo Mnising Sharing and Learning Centre for All, brought together early learning educators for three days of learning, inspiration, and celebration. The event was … Continue reading
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Laurentian plays hosts to high school students
By Rosalind Russell – July has not been a holiday for some students.This week, Laurentian University concluded its third year of hosting Shad Canada, a not-for-profit organization empowering Grade 10 and 11 students in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. Since the … Continue reading
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