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By-election underway for Whitefish River First Nation
By Rosalind Russell – A by-election to fill a vacancy on Whitefish River First Nation is underway following the passing of a long-time councillor. Leona Nahwegahbow passed away earlier this Spring so in accordance with the First Nation’s election code, … Continue reading
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Environmental group being formed in Massey to highlight solar farm opposition
By Rosalind Russell – An environmental group is being formed in the Township of Sables-Spanish Rivers to highlight local concerns about a possible solar farm. Co-founder Dan St. Lawrence says the groundwork has begun on forming the Massey Wildlife Conservation … Continue reading
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No injuries or fatalities as result of residential fire in Blind River
By Rosalind Russell – There were no injuries or fatalities following a residential fire in Blind River. Fire Chief Ryan Belair says on Wednesday evening around 5 p.m., 16 firefighters responded a structure fire in the west end of YoungFox … Continue reading
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Looking for help to build “The Grandparent Connection” network
By Rosalind Russell – A Sagamok-Anishinabek First Nation woman is looking for help to build what she calls The Grandparent Connection. Laura Owl is looking for input from not only her home community, but also across the North Shore Corridor … Continue reading
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Youth Advisory Committee formed by treaty organization
By Rosalind Russell – Youth from across the North Shore Corridor and Manitoulin Island are part of the new Robinson Huron Treaty Youth Advisory Committee, a step in strengthening youth leadership and engagement across the territory. Executive Director of the … Continue reading
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Police supporting Little NHL
By Rosalind Russell – The Ontario Provincial Police is gearing up to show its support for the Little Native Hockey League (LNHL) Tournament, happening March 16-20, 2026, in Markham. Chief Superintendent Gary Maracle (MAR-cail) says Ontario OPP vehicles will once … Continue reading
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TRAFFIC STOP FOR SPEEDING ON HIGHWAY 6 RESULTS IN SEIZURE OF SUSPECTED COCAINE
(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – A driver is facing criminal charges after a traffic stop for speeding led to the discovery of suspected cocaine. On Sunday, March 1, 2026, at approximately 10:15 p.m., an officer from the Manitoulin Detachment of the … Continue reading
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VCARS celebrating 30th anniversary highlighting local volunteers
By Rosalind Russell – Manitoulin North Shore Victim Crisis Assistance and Referral Services (VCARS) is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. Program Coordinator Jessica Van Alstine says the organization provides crisis intervention services to victims of crime and their families, … Continue reading
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Open house in the works to discuss video cameras in Elliot Lake
By Rosalind Russell – The City of Elliot Lake has installed 16 video cameras in the downtown core. City EDO Steve Antunes says the cameras were installed to improve public safety and security and can be accessed by local law … Continue reading
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A third consecutive win for a student from École secondaire Cité-Supérieure
By Rosalind Russell – An Algoma District student has a third consecutive win under her belt for her poetry. According to the release, the Ontario Secondary School Teacher’s Federation hosts the annual Prose and Poetry Contest with this year’s theme … Continue reading
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