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DRIVER FOUND PASSED OUT AT WHEEL, ARRESTED FOR IMPAIRED OPERATION
(ESPANOLA, ON) – One person is facing charges after police received a call reporting a possible impaired driver. On Sunday, May 5, 2025, at approximately 5:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call reporting a … Continue reading
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Calvary Youth Clean Up
By Jewel Hobbs – Calvary Baptist Church Espanola Youth Group enjoyed the cleaning of both sides of Barber St. from Second Ave to Queensway Ave. 14 bags of collected cups, lids, plastics , vapes and bottles found their way into … Continue reading
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Two Espanola High School Alumni Win Canadian Armed Forces National Men’s Volleyball
By Lina Vermeer – On April 29, Levi Vermeer and Jason Nadeau, two Espanola High School (EHS) alumni, won the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) National Men’s Volleyball championship! Levi Vermeer and Jason Nadeau—currently stationed at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Petawawa—are … Continue reading
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TRAFFIC STOP FOR SPEEDING RESULTS IN CRIMINAL CHARGES
(ESPANOLA, ON) – Two people have been arrested following a traffic stop on Highway 17. On Friday, May 2, 2025, at approximately 11:30 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that … Continue reading
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Espanola hospital and foundation releases five-year Strategic Plans
By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola Regional Hospital and Health Centre and its foundation have both unveiled new five-year strategic plans. Officials say the plans were developed through consultation with staff, stakeholders, patients, and community members and outline priorities and … Continue reading
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New education director appointment
By Rosalind Russell – The Conseil scolaire du Grand Nord has appointed Carl Dussault as Director of Education and Secretary of the Board. Board chair Francine Vaillancourt says Dussault has 25 years of experience in education, including several years in … Continue reading
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Simulated emergency scenario taking place in Elliot Lake
By Rosalind Russell – The City of Elliot Lake will be hosting a simulated emergency scenario. Officials say it’s happening next Tuesday (May 13), and stakeholders will host the simulation from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. as a training opportunity … Continue reading
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On The Political Front: Carney and Ford – Canada not for sale
By Rosalind Russell – Canada’s provincial and territorial premiers expect to hear from Prime Minister Mark Carney today, following his meeting yesterday with U-S President Donald Trump. Carney says the session went well, calling it “constructive” and “wide-ranging.” He added … Continue reading
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DRIVER ARRESTED FOR IMPAIRED OPERATION ON BARBER STREET
(ESPANOLA, ON) – A driver has been arrested and is facing charges after a traffic stop. On Friday, May 2, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting general patrols on Barber Street … Continue reading
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Schools celebrate Education Week 2025
By Rosalind Russell – Schools will mark Education Week with various activities including registration for kindergarten, a focus on academics, extra-curricular activities and sportsDirector of Education Bruce Bourget says they opened up their slate of activities yesterday with Music Monday.AB … Continue reading
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