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Commemorative swim planned to mark 50 years since the Edmund Fitzgerald sank.
By Rosalind Russell – Swimmers can complete the Edmund Fitzgerald’s journey to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the shipwreck.Organizer Jim Dreyer, who has swam across all five Great Lakes says next year, open water swimmers will have the chance to … Continue reading
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Vandalism in Gore Bay has mayor concerned
By Rosalind Russell – Gore Bay’s mayor says it is unfortunately that some town properties has been the victim of vandalism over the past couple of weeks. Mayor Ron Lane says last weekend, downtown decorations were vandalized, and their tennis … Continue reading
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Lumberjack Days in Mississagi Provincial Park is coming up
By Rosalind Russell – Another summer family gathering is set, this time for the Mississagi Provincial Park north of Elliot Lake. The organizers, including the City of Elliot Lake, will be hosting Lumberjack Days August 3rd and 4th. There will … Continue reading
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Shelters in Elliot Lake hosting a major sponsorship campaign
By Rosalind Russell – The Elliot Lake Women’s Group has introduced a new campaign for its two shelters. According to the release, the Sponsor a Bed Campaign is to give a fresh start to those in our community that are … Continue reading
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Menstrua products in schools this fall
By Rosalind Russell – Ontario is providing more than 23 million free menstrual products to students in the province over the next three years.It’s part of a new three-year agreement between the province and Shoppers Drug Mart to expand Ontario’s … Continue reading
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Espanola Lions Make Donation to Sunshine Quilters
Once a building destined to become a garage 17 years ago, it thankfully became “Cindy Bee’s Shoppe”, the home of the “Sunshine Quilters.” Of the eight to ten original members, about four remain. This very busy and dedicated group have … Continue reading
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Former Espanola Police officer attending historic dedication in England for family member
By Rosalind Russell – Representing his family and his police service, a former Espanola Police officer will be going to England for a historical dedication. Ed Stortz, who is now a member of the Windsor Police, is also the grandnephew … Continue reading
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Espanola hospital board names its 2024-2025 roster
By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola Regional Hospital and Health Centre has filled its roster for the new board, which will oversee operations during the 2024-2025 term. Guy Despatie has been named the new chair, with Karen Lalonde continuing in … Continue reading
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Plans finalized to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Chi-Cheemaun
By Rosalind Russell – Manitoulin Island will mark the 50th anniversary of the ferry, the Chi-Cheemaun’s with a family gathering. The South Baymouth Community Development Association is hosting the activities on August 10th, which will include a community party, but … Continue reading
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Elliot Lake not hosting NHL Kraft Hockeyville game – Interim city CAS says it is not possible – local celebration still being planned
By Rosalind Russell – Hockey fans will still be able to watch the NHL Kraft Hockeyville Exhibition Game won by the City of Elliot Lake, but the city’s interim CAO says not in Elliot Lake. Interim CAO Rob deBortoli says … Continue reading
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