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Canada Day celebration in Espanola
There was plenty of sunshine and smiles for Canada Day in Espanola. Northern Life Church had a wide range of activities for every age group including the popular axe throwing, and there was even free haircuts, face painting and music. … Continue reading
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Led by Terry Fox’s brother, cyclists stop in Massey, Espanola and Manitoulin Island on National Ride of Hope
Despite delays due to weather, the National Ride of Hope led by Terry Fox’s brother, made it through Massey, Espanola and Manitoulin Island this weekend. Cyclists from the North Shore joined Darrell Fox on the National Ride of Hope, which … Continue reading
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Sable Spanish River Township Senior of the Year
Carolyn Hein Has been awarded Senior of the year for Sable Spanish River Township. Carolyn was presented by Mayor Burke at Council Meeting June 25. A great surprise to Carolyn but being a great supporter of many activities this award … Continue reading
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Fair Ambassador Competition returns to Massey
The 2025 Massey Agricultural Society’s Fair Ambassador Competition is returning to the Massey Fair, and both males and females are invited to compete for an all-expensive paid trip to the CNE in Toronto for the Ontario Agricultural Society provincial title. … Continue reading
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MANITOULIN OPP SEIZE TASER AT RIDE CHECK
(ESPANOLA, ON) – One person has been arrested and is facing weapons-related charges after a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check. On Friday, June 20, 2025, at approximately 12:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting … Continue reading
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A Giant Heartfelt Thank You
A giant heartfelt thank you to Tim Hortons on another successful smile cookie campaign. This years total was the largest yet at $22 361.60 Thanks to the staff and the foodbank volunteers for a job well done! Photo Provided
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PASSERBY’S VEHICLE STOLEN WHILE ASSISTING AT COLLISION SCENE
(ESPANOLA, ON) – One person has been arrested after a single vehicle collision led to a stolen vehicle. On Friday, June 20, 2025, at approximately 4:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of … Continue reading
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Espanola hospital staffers take on threat assessment training
By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola Regional Hospital and Health Centre recently undertook some focused training on threat assessment. According to the release, staffers took on Violence Threat Risk Assessment, which is a protocol used by hospitals, schools and the … Continue reading
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Manitoulin Health Centre welcomes six new physicians
By Rosalind Russell – Manitoulin Health Centre is thrilled to announce the addition of six new physicians to its local medical team, significantly enhancing healthcare services across Manitoulin Island in the months to come. This exciting development includes four internationally … Continue reading
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Rural funding coming to the North
By Rosalind Russell – Rural communities across the province, including every community in our listening area, can apply to the province’s new Rural Ontario Development program. $20 million is being made available over the next two years. The province … Continue reading
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