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West Nile Virus positive bird detections in Sault Ste. Marie and East Algoma
By Rosalind Russell – Algoma Public Health is advising residents that two wild birds, one in Sault Ste. Marie and the other in East Algoma, have tested positive for West Nile virus. Associate Medical Officer of Health, Dr. John Tuinema, says the virus has been … Continue reading
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MPP France Gélinas celebrating Lively’s 75th Anniversary
By Rosalind Russell – Nickel Belt MPP France Gélinas will join residents in celebrating Lively’s 75th anniversary. Gelinas will attend the opening ceremony tomorrow (Friday, July 10) and participate in the anniversary parade on Saturday. She says the celebrations will … Continue reading
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By Rosalind Russell – The Manitoulin Health Centre’s board of directors has appointed Doug Nadorozny as its new chair.
Nadorozny succeeds Dennis McGregor, who has served as chair for the past five years and will continue to support the Board in his new role as Vice-Chair. Nadorozny joined the MHC Board of Directors in November 2023 and has served … Continue reading
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Gore Bay upgrades on the way
By Rosalind Russell – Several projects are coming together in the Gore Bay on Manitoulin Island. Mayor Ron Lane says the new washroom at the town’s community recreation area where the splash pad, tennis court, playground and basketball court are … Continue reading
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Blind River celebrates the 80th Annual Community Days this week
By Rosalind Russell – Blind River’s 80th Community Days kicked off yesterday with a barbecue marking the local library’s 100th year of serving the community, with three more full days of celebrations planned this weekend. The Town will open its … Continue reading
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Remedial work underway at Espanola High School
By Rosalind Russell – Remedial work and installations of new equipment are underway at Espanola High School. Large cranes have been brought in to complete the work on the roof and HVAC system. Some remedial work is also being done … Continue reading
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Did you know that July is Disability Pride Month?
By Rosalind Russell – To kick off the month, the City of Elliot Lake has raised the Disability Pride Flag, designed by advocate Ann Magill. According to the release, its’ colours and lines represent facets of various disabilities that … Continue reading
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New pipeline in the works
By Rosalind Russell – The proposed route for the Northern Shield Energy Corridor – a crude oil pipeline and energy corridor that would bring 500,000 barrels of oil a day along an over 3,000-kilometre route from Alberta to Ontario – … Continue reading
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Espanola High School 75th Anniversary a huge success
By Rosalind Russell – There was plenty of laughter, squeals of joy and hugs when former classmates, teachers and supporters of Espanola High School in Espanola met up for the 75th Espanola High School Anniversary celebrations this past weekend. It … Continue reading
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Study expected to be released soon for BMI’s site in Espanola
By Rosalind Russell – A study focusing on converting the former Domtar Espanola pulp and paper mill to a clean energy production facility is expected to be released soon. The BMI Group, which now owns the property newly named Bioveld … Continue reading
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