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Martell launching new registry focusing on rare disease – sarcoidosis
By Rosalind Russell – Janice Martel, formerly of Massey but now living in Sudbury, who led the campaign to have McIntyre Powder, which was used in the mines, recognized as a contributing factor to long-term health conditions, is starting up … Continue reading
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Espanola council approves tender for new company to host regional household hazardous waste day
By Rosalind Russell – Espanola council has approved a tender for the regional Household Hazardous Waste Day. According to Environmental Services and Special Projects Manager Joel Yusko’s report, every year, the municipality partners with communities throughout the North Shore Corridor … Continue reading
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Lee Valley Autumn Leaves AGM and election this afternoon
By Rosalind Russell – The Lee Valley Autumn Leaves AGM and membership election is being held today. Patricia Campbell says the meeting, which is set for 3:30 pm this afternoon at the hall, is for all members to attend adding … Continue reading
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School buses cancelled Sudbury/Manitoulin, still running in Algoma
By Rosalind Russell – School buses are cancelled for the Sudbury and Manitoulin Districts. The Sudbury Student Consortium says school buses throughout the two districts including Espanola and Massey are not running today. However, schools remain open, so staff is … Continue reading
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Ford government reducing conservation authorities
By Rosalind Russell – The Ontario government plans to reduce the number of Conservation Authorities – from 36 to nine regional groups. Officials say the plan comes after consultations on how conservation authorities can help get shovels in the ground … Continue reading
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Potentia acknowledges concerns of Sables-Spanish Rivers Township – Massey Solar Project
By Rosalind Russell – Potentia Renewable Limited is aware their proposed Massey Solar Project in the Township of Sables-Spanish Rivers has sparked discussion about land use. In a statement sent to the Moose, the company says they submitted a proposal … Continue reading
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Inaugural Fishing for a Cure: Let’s Reel Hope raises over $4,600
By Rosalind Russell – The inaugural Fishing for a Cure: Let’s Reel Hope focusing on supporting mental health resources and suicide prevention will become a yearly event. Founded by John and Rosie Podlatis, the fishing derby held this past weekend … Continue reading
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The Ruben Yli-Juuti Centre re-opens in Elliot Lake
By Rosalind Russell – The Elliot Lake pool re-opened yesterday with little fanfare, but enthusiastic users in attendance. The Ruben Yli-Juuti pool reopened yesterday after being closed due to a mechanical failure last year. The pool was originally closed for … Continue reading
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Council approves directing $350,000 for arena bracing
By Rosalind Russell – Elliot Lake Council has given its approval directing $350,000 towards braces for Rogers Arena if needed for ongoing remedial work. Interim CAO, Rob deBortoli says the funds, which could be drawn from the Buildings and Facilities … Continue reading
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Espanola High School brings home medals from Skills Competition 2026
By Rosalind Russell – Several Espanola High School students have brought home medals from this year’s Skills Competition. Owen Bucknell won gold and Fielding Tooley silver in the Automotive Service, while Julien Kiernan won gold and Aidan Steadman won bronze … Continue reading
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