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CELEBRATION: It’s Michaelmas: Tuesday, September 29, 2026
By Rosalind Russell – The feast day of St. Michael, the archangel and overcomer of the Devil, is a Christian celebration based on the ancient Celtic calendar. Its main importance in people’s lives was that of a seasonal signpost in … Continue reading
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OPP Auxiliary hosting province-wide food drive for local food banks
By Rosalind Russell – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Auxiliary members across the province will be on site at various locations throughout Ontario this weekend in support of local food banks. Operation Full Plate will be hosted by officers, auxiliary … Continue reading
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Radon information sessions set for Elliot Lake
By Rosalind Russell – The Radiation Safety Institution of Canada is coming to Elliot Lake to host information sessions on Radon. Institute president, Natalia Mozayani, says their organization has deep historical roots in Elliot Lake, having originally been founded in … Continue reading
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Manitoulin Island targeted with dangerous substances
By Rosalind Russell – Public Health Sudbury & Districts is warning of a rise in drug poisonings (overdoses) and unexpected reactions to substances in the Sudbury and Manitoulin districts. According to the agency, the community reports suggest that some of … Continue reading
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Passenger rail car investment an opportunity to reintroduce train service along Lake Superior’s North Shore
By Éric Boutilier – The Government of Canada has (finally) taken some tangible steps forward to breathe new life into VIA Rail’s long-distance, regional and remote train services. Prime Minister Mark Carney recently announced an investment of 4.7 billion dollars … Continue reading
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Rainbow Schools mark National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Rainbow Schools will observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. A sunrise ceremony will take place at Lively District Secondary School, 265 Fifth Avenue in Lively, on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 6:45 am. … Continue reading
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Caroline Ehrhardt inducted into Western University Hall of Fame
By Rosalind Russell – A world-renowned athlete who originally hails from Espanola has been inducted into the Western University’s Hall of Fame. Former Espanola High School coach to Caroline Ehrhardt, Dave Gallant, says he was thrilled to be part of … Continue reading
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A.B. Ellis Public School capping off Terry Fox Walk/Run in Espanola
By Rosalind Russell – Students from A. B. Ellis Public School will be hosting their own 44th Terry Fox Walk/Run today. The students will take part in the walk at The Oval at the Espanola Regional Recreation Complex (11:30 am). … Continue reading
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Franco-Ontarians celebrate in Espanola with flag-raising, song and storytelling
By Rosalind Russell – La Renaissance in Espanola joined their counterparts last Friday celebrating their Francophonie heritage. The school’s students and staff attended a flag-raising at Espanola’s municipal hall last Friday, which also included a cultural presentation by students, flag-raising … Continue reading
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Third Annual Harvest Day attracts hundreds
By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola Regional Recreation Complex and the adjacent track and field oval were abuzz with activity last Friday as part of the Third Annual Harvest Day hosted by Noojmowin Teg. Students from Espanola High School and … Continue reading
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