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Elliot Lake’s Homelessness Challenge kicks off today
By Rosalind Russell – Elliot Lake’s Fourth Annual Homelessness Challenge kicks off today. Participants will live in conditions like the homeless for four days and three nights while raising funds for the Elliot Lake Women’s Group shelters: Larry’s Place and … Continue reading
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Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service strengthens community ties through School Liaison Officer Program
By Rosalind Russell – The Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service launched its School Liaison Officer Program this August working with the community’s three schools. Police Chief Ron Gignac says his officers and staff are passionate about making a difference to young … Continue reading
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PERSON FACING MULTIPLE CHARGES AFTER POLICE CALLED TO DISPUTE
(ESPANOLA, ON) – One person was arrested after police were called to a dispute resulting in assault and stolen vehicle charges. On Thursday, September 25, 2025, at approximately 10:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a … Continue reading
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INDIVIDUAL CHARGED WITH SEXUAL OFFENCES FOLLOWING INVESTIGATION
(ESPANOLA, ON) – The Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one person with sexual offences. On Monday, October 20, 2025, the Manitoulin OPP, with assistance from the Manitoulin OPP Crime Unit, initiated an investigation into … Continue reading
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New Espanola church focusing on a special mission to Haiti
By Rosalind Russell – A new church, Remnant Call Ministries, established itself in Espanola just over a year ago and has a major project underway to provide medical personnel with flight transport access in Haiti. Reverend Andre Levesque says he … Continue reading
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Espanola Elks/Moose 49th Annual Christmas Hamper Fund set to go
By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola Elks have teamed up once again with The Moose 99.3FM – CJJM Espanola once again for the 49th Annual Christmas Hamper Fund. Elks’ organizer, Gary Tennant, says the partners gather cash donations to purchase … Continue reading
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HEADSTRONG – providing direction to students
By Rosalind Russell – The Rainbow District School Board will host secondary students from Sudbury, Espanola and Manitoulin Island today for HEADSTRONG – an evidence-based anti-stigma initiative aimed at inspiring students to be brave, reach out and speak up about … Continue reading
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Manitoulin-Sudbury District Services Board adopts new Strategic Plan
By Rosalind Russell – A new Five-Year Strategic Plan has been given the green light for the Manitoulin-Sudbury District Services Board. According to the release, the plan reflects an ongoing commitment to address the evolving needs in the district especially … Continue reading
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INDIVIDUAL CHARGED FOR SUSPENDED DRIVING AND IMPROPER TIRES FOLLOWING TRAFFIC COMPLAINT
(ESPANOLA, ON) – A driver is facing charges after police received a traffic complaint on Highway 17. On Saturday, October 4, 2025, at approximately 11:30 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a traffic complaint reporting a … Continue reading
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Espanola’s Domtar Mill purchase finalized
By Rosalind Russell BMI Group, a company specializing in industrial site revitalization and sustainable development, has completed its purchase of the former Domtar Espanola Pulp and Paper Mill. Paul Veldman, CEO of BMI, says the site will operate as Bioveld North … Continue reading
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