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Expansion of health care access being considered by Ontario government
By Rosalind Russell – The province is looking into expanding the scope of practice for a wide range of regulated health professionals, including optometrists, psychologists, and physiotherapists. The health ministry says it would improve access to timely care, reduce … Continue reading
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TWO PEOPLE ARRESTED AND SUSPECTED DRUGS SEIZED FOLLOWING TRAFFIC STOP
(ESPANOLA, ON) – Two people are facing charges after police conducted a traffic stop for a dirty licence plate. On Sunday, September 14, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) observed a motor vehicle … Continue reading
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New culvert for Espanola snow trail just one of nine projects
By Rosalind Russell – The provincial government is providing funding for various snowmobile trails to get ungrades for the upcoming season. The Ontario government is investing $429,378 through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) to help the Ontario Federation … Continue reading
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Time running out on Dean Lake Road
By Rosalind Russell – The Township of Huron Shores is hosting a public forum this fall focusing on the Dean Lake Road Bridge, but there are concerns the bridge will not be open for winter travel. The bridge provides access … Continue reading
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Appointment of new Superintendent of Education at the Conseil scolaire du Grand Nord
By Rosalind Russell – The Conseil scolaire du Grand Nord has appointed Marie-Soleil Beites (MARIE Soo-lay Bat-tees) as Superintendent of Education. Beites holds a master’s degree in education from the University of Ottawa and a bachelor’s degree in education from … Continue reading
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Inflation up in Canada
By Rosalind Russell – Inflation was up 1.9% year-over-year in August — and up from the 1.7% increase in July. Stats Canada reports gas prices fell to a lesser extent, compared to August last year leading to faster growth … Continue reading
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Poverty Report Card
By Rosalind Russell – Ottawa is getting an overall D grade from Food Banks Canada for its poverty reduction efforts. Its latest Poverty Report Card gives failing grades for unemployment and food insecurity – with a C for legislative process. … Continue reading
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Registration for indoor winter soccer underway in Espanola tonight
One of summer’s most popular sports will continue indoors throughout the winter in Espanola. Registration for winter soccer gets underway tonight from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm this evening, and again next Thursday, Sept 25th at the Espanola Regional Recreation … Continue reading
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Canada Post disappointed with the ban on neighbourhood mail
By Rosalind Russell – In a statement, Canada Post says they are disappointed in the Canadian Union of Postal Worker’s decision to ban the delivery of neighbourhood mail, which we only learned about through their news conference. According to the … Continue reading
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Money for streams and other waterways on Manitoulin
By Rosalind Russell – The province is investing $180,000 in projects led by the Manitoulin Streams Improvement Association to protect and strengthen creeks and rivers on the island. Officials say the money will go to rehabilitate Blue Jay Creek through … Continue reading
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