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Potentia awarded agreement – next steps
By Rosalind Russell – Potentia Renewables Inc. (Potentia) has been awarded a Power Purchase Agreement from Ontario’s Independent Electricity System Operator for its Massey Solar Project. According to their statement, this is an important step forward for the project, which … Continue reading
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Jeunesse-Nord students gain hands-on experience through medical workshop
By Rosalind Russell – A workshop to assist high school students understand what the medical field requires was held in Blind River this week. Students at École secondaire catholique Jeunesse-Nord in Blind River had the opportunity to deepen their understanding … Continue reading
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Algo Mall court decision expected today
By Rosalind Russell – It has been nearly 15 years since the Algo Mall collapse in Elliot Lake, and a court resolution is expected to be made today. According to a release from the firm Roy O’Connor LLP, a proposed … Continue reading
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Espanola Helping Hand Food Bank receives gift cards to support clients
By Rosalind Russell – Some of the volunteers of the Espanola Helping Hand Food Bank were on hand for a donation from a local grocery store yesterday morning. FreshCo owner, Kim Gardiner, presented gift cards totalling $8,986.64 to support individuals … Continue reading
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Espanola bank supports hospital foundation training
By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola Regional Hospital & Health Centre has received a donation from a local bank for ongoing trauma training. According to the release, the Espanola branch of the Royal Bank provided $10,000 to go towards the … Continue reading
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Acquisition and deployment of Tactical Rescue Vehicle in Sudbury
By Rosalind Russell – The Greater Sudbury Police Service has acquired the service’s first Tactical Rescue Vehicle (TRV). Officials say it strengthens their ability to safely respond to high-risk, life-threatening incidents. According to the release, it is designed to protect … Continue reading
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Nouvelon schools in Algoma shine at Board’s 3rd Esports Tournament
By Rosalind Russell – Dozen’s of students took part in the Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon schools Third Annual Esports Tournament at the beginning of the month. Education director Tom Michaud (ME -show) says 41 teams from 18 of their schools … Continue reading
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Municipalities hire a new regional deputy fire chief – Brandon Courtemanche
By Rosalind Russell – The Town of Espanola and the Township of Sables-Spanish Rivers have hired a Regional Deputy Fire Chief. According to the release, Brandon Courtemanche was born and raised in Espanola and has over eight years of experience … Continue reading
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Smile Cookie Campaign will support Espanola Helping Hand Food Bank once again
By Rosalind Russell – Calling all cookie decorators, it’s Smile Cookie Time in support of the Espanola Helping Hand Food Bank. Volunteer Grant Lewis says last year, over $22,000 was raised to assist the organization, which is run by volunteers … Continue reading
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Owen Sound Transportation Company seeking new president and CEO
By Rosalind Russell – The operator of Manitoulin Island’s Chi-Cheemaun is looking for a new hand on the wheel. The Owen Sound Transportation Company, the Crown corporation that oversees operation of the province’s ferries, including the “Big Canoe” as it … Continue reading
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