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Mindemoya Hospital remains temporarily closed due to flooding
By Rosalind Russell – The Manitoulin Health Centre advises that the Mindemoya Hospital, including the Emergency Department, remains temporarily closed under a Code Grey due to recent community flooding.Officials say as the municipality continues its recovery, specific infrastructure and safety … Continue reading
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Greater Sudbury Mayor declares State of Emergency
By Rosalind Russell – The mayor of Greater Sudbury has declared a State of Emergency in the city.Paul Lefebvre says based on the current conditions and updated water level projections from Conservation Sudbury, to ensure they are fully prepared to … Continue reading
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SHOPLIFTING CHARGE LAID AFTER ATTEMPTED THEFT IN ESPANOLA
(ESPANOLA, ON) – A person has been charged after police were called to a shoplifting incident at a store in Espanola. On Thursday, April 2, 2026, the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a … Continue reading
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DRIVER ARRESTED FOR IMPAIRED AFTER FAILING TO MOVE OVER FOR EMERGENCY VEHICLE
(ESPANOLA, ON) – An individual is facing charges following a traffic stop in Baldwin Township. On Sunday, April 5, 2026, at approximately 10:45 a.m., an officer from the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was concluding a traffic … Continue reading
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TWO TRAFFIC COMPLAINTS RESULT IN IMPAIRED DRIVING ARREST
(ESPANOLA, ON) – A driver is facing charges following a traffic complaint involving dangerous driving behaviour. On Friday, March 27, 2026, the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received two traffic complaints reporting a vehicle swerving on Highway … Continue reading
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Espanola Public Library Expands Lending Collection to Support Active and Engaged Living
By Shylene Berry – Espanola Public Library continues to grow as “a welcoming hub where all come to learn, discover, create, and connect” with the introduction of an expanded collection of non-traditional items, developed to support active lifestyles and independent … Continue reading
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Espanola High School hosts first Eco Fair on Earth Day
Espanola High School will host its First Annual Eco Job and Volunteer Fair on Earth Day, Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 10 am to 2 pm. The Eco Fair will showcase volunteer, employment and educational opportunities in the environmental sector. … Continue reading
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Flood warnings remain in place across Algoma, Manitoulin, Sudbury
By Rosalind Russell – Flood warnings remain in place across the three districts of Algoma, Manitoulin and Sudbury. In Espanola, water has now overtopped Panache Lake Rd. at Black Creek Bridge. The road is now closed due to flooding and … Continue reading
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Manitoulin – Sudbury DSAB responding to water situation at senior residence in Webbwood
By Rosalind Russell – The operating authority for the well system at C. A. MacMillian Place in Webbwood has advised the building’s UV water treatment system has experienced ongoing mechanical issues over the past month. According to a release from local social services, … Continue reading
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Whirlwind tour on Friday with Rosenberg … funding announcements
By Rosalind Russell – Algoma-Manitoulin MPP Bill Rosenberg was on tour last week making major announcements in the Algoma and Manitoulin Districts. He kicked off his first stop in Sault Ste. Marie early Friday morning distributing nearly $5 million for water infrastructure and primary … Continue reading
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