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New committee proposing expanded Community Days
By Rosalind Russell – A group of community-minded Blind River volunteers have formed a committee proposing an expansion of Community Days set for July 11th to 13th. Committee spokespersons Nathalie Dubois and Sommer Francoeur met with council this week to … Continue reading
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“Northern Hospitals are poised for catastrophe” says MPP Michael Mantha
QUEEN’S PARK – Today during Question Period in the legislature, Algoma-Manitoulin MPP Michael Mantha pressed the Premier on the financial pressures facing public hospitals in the North. Following a worrying report by Ontario’s Auditor General in the fall and a … Continue reading
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Espanola Service Canada has a new home
By Rosalind Russell – Espanola’s Service Canada is no longer located in the south end of town. After over 20 years in the south end, the federal agency has moved to a more modern location at the intersection of Highway … Continue reading
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Increase in drug poisonings in the Public Health Sudbury coverage area
The Community Drug Strategies and Public Health Sudbury & Districts have received reports of an increase in the number of drug poisonings, overdose, and unexpected reactions from the use of substances in their coverage area including the North Shore Corridor … Continue reading
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OPP remind public to watch for deer on roadways
By Rosalind Russell – Deer are on the move and the East Algoma OPP wants motorists to be alert when travelling, especially on the Trans-Canada Highway. Constable Bev Gauthier says so far this month, the OPP has investigated 24 motor … Continue reading
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Fire out at Elliot Lake landfill
By Rosalind Russell – A fire was put out overnight on Wednesday at the landfill in Elliot Lake. The fire broke out late Tuesday afternoon and the Elliot Lake Firefighters had to close off road access while they fought the … Continue reading
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Sudbury mourning loss of second councillor
By Rosalind Russell – Sudbury is mourning the loss of another city councillor. Officials have released a statement stating Ward 3 Councillor Gerry Montpellier has died. No cause of death was released. His death occurred on the same day … Continue reading
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Catch the Ace at work
By Grant Lewis – Valentines Day was this year was a great day for nine community organizations. Thanks to the support of the community, Espanola Lions Catch the Ace was able to donate funds to the following: Massey Museum $1,000, … Continue reading
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Community Living asking community to Sign #5ToSurvive petition
By Rosalind Russell – Community Living organizations are petitioning the provincial government for more funding for people with developmental disabilities including Espanola and Algoma. The two are joining their peers in asking people to sign the #5toSurvive petition to increase … Continue reading
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Author wants your Chi-Cheemaun photos and stories – 50th anniversary around the corner
By Rosalind Russell – An author is looking for your photos and stories to share in a commemorative book to mark the 50th anniversary of the MS Chi-Cheemaun. The ferry has run from May to October annually since its maiden … Continue reading
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