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The Espanola/North Shore Debate is tonight
The Moose 99.3 FM is proud to partner with The Town of Espanola … the doors open at 6:30 pm, debate at 7 … HAVE A QUESTION FOR THE CANDIDATES: As moderator, I can take your question to the candidates … Continue reading
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Ontario introduces new act to unlock free trade
By Rosalind Russell – The province has introduced a new Act, it says will unlock free trade and labour mobility within the country. If passed, officials say it will create new opportunities for job creation and investment attraction, and help … Continue reading
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The Bank of Canada keeps the interest rate
By Rosalind Russell – The Bank of Canada is keeping its key interest rate at 2.75 per cent. Officials say the major shift in direction of U-S trade policy… along with the unpredictability of tariffs have increased uncertainty, diminished … Continue reading
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MPP France Gélinas reintroduces bill to implement presumed consent for organ donations
By Rosalind Russell – Nickel Belt MPP France Gélinas, along with representatives from Transplant 1st, is at Queen’s Park today (Thursday) to discuss the re-introduction of the Peter Kormos Memorial Act (Saving Organs to Save Lives), 2025. Gélinas says … Continue reading
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Wikwemikong Tribal Police seize cocaine
By Rosalind Russell – About $20,000 worth of suspected cocaine is off the streets in Wiikwemkoong. Wiikwemkoong Police Chief Ron Gignac says police seized the drugs yesterday as well as some cash. He says a 44-year-old man and a 27-year-old … Continue reading
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Elliot Lake business wins provincial recognition in tourism development
By Rosalind Russell – Jack’s Ski and Bike Shack of Elliot Lake has won a provincial award in recognition of its work and potential in tourism development.The local business has been named Best Bike Business in the Northern Ontario/Tourism Region … Continue reading
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MADD wants a safe Easter weekend for every motorist
By Rosalind Russell – Mothers Against Drunk Driving wants Canadians to make safe and responsible decisions before getting behind the wheel this Easter long weekend. Officials say every year, hundreds of Canadians are killed, and thousands are injured in … Continue reading
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Special Recognition Awards and Naming Committee approved by the Espanola council
By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola council has approved a Special Recognition Awards and Naming Committee Policy. CAO Joseph Burke says the previous ad-hoc committee was utilized solely for the purpose of the Wall of Fame event. He adds that … Continue reading
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Vacancy on Espanola council to be filled by appointment – letters of interest sought
By Rosalind Russell – Espanola council will be filling a vacancy by appointment and is reaching out to the public for letters of interest. Sandra Hayden has resigned, so a motion to fill the vacancy was presented, but it also … Continue reading
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HSN Honours Angèle Labelle, First Donor to Heart in a Box Program in the Region
By Rosalind Russell – Angèle Labelle may have passed away, but her soul continues to live on through the selfless gift of being a donor, and her contribution is being acknowledged by Health Sciences North during Donor Month. Bhanu Nalla, … Continue reading
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