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Sunflower Contest
By Grant Lewis – Espanola Gardeners will be having a sunflower growing contest…not yet….but early in September. But, you have to plan now in order to enter in the fall. There will be three categories and two age groups. Awards … Continue reading
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New doctor for Espanola – focus on family medicine and emergency care
By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola Regional Hospital & Health Centre will be welcoming a new doctor soon who is also featured in a national publication. According to the release, a recent Maclean’s article highlights how organizations like Royal Bank … Continue reading
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Fundraiser For The Month of May: Espanola’s Beer Store is collecting empties to help fight cancers
By Rosalind Russell – Throughout the entire month of May, donated empties and monetary donations at The Beer Store in Espanola will go towards fighting cancer. Beer store manager, Taryn Bonds says the campaign will have a direct impact on … Continue reading
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Community Living Month across Ontario – CLE planning local events
By Rosalind Russell – It’s Community Living Month in Ontario and the local agency, Community Living Espanola, has some colourful events coming up to highlight their services. CLE executive director Louise Laplante joined staff, clients and municipal council for the … Continue reading
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MPP France Gélinas attending the Wildfire Preparedness Day Community Event
By Rosalind Russell – A local MPP will be taking in a day of talks in the North Shore Corridor focusing on wildfire season. Nickel Belt MPP France Gélinas says she will be attending the Wildfire Preparedness Day community gathering … Continue reading
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Capping off National Volunteer Week
By Rosalind Russell – The Town of Espanola capped off National Volunteer Week sharing an evening of sweet treats and entertainment with around 100 local volunteers last night. Town staff were on hand to greet local volunteers from various organizations … Continue reading
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Education Week starts Monday
By Rosalind Russell – It’s Education Week and schools in our districts will be hosting various events to mark the milestone. Rainbow District School Board Education Director Bruce Bourget says schools will mark Education Week from May 4 to 8 … Continue reading
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Pedal for Purpose: Manitoulin’s Peter Carter rides to support local healthcare
By Rosalind Russell – A cyclist will be cruising the roads at the end of the month to raise money for health care. Manitoulin Health Centre CEO, President Paula Fields says community-driven initiatives play an important role in strengthening healthcare … Continue reading
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The Rotary Club of Elliot Lake hosts annual Rotary Foundation Dinner
By Rosalind Russell – The Rotary Club of Elliot Lake held a special dinner earlier this week to honour a couple who have made contributions over the years. Club President John Quackenbush says every year the club chooses to recognize … Continue reading
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POPE Leo XIV appoints new Bishop of Timmins
By Rosalind Russell – His Holiness, Pope Leo XIV, announced this morning the appointment of Reverend Roch Martin, a priest of the Diocese of Sault Ste. Marie, as the next Bishop of Timmins. He succeeds Bishop Serge Poitras, who has … Continue reading
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