By Rosalind Russell – It was a full hall last night at the Espanola Legion for the All-Candidates Night with over 200 people in attendance. It was also the first time a debate was livestreamed in Espanola with over 50 … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Conseil scolaire du Grand Nord has launched its new environmental recognition program by naming its first Eco-Hero.  Education director Carl Dussault, says as part of the launch, CS the board has given the title to Patrick … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Minimum wage is up in Ontario.   As of yesterday, it’s $17.95 an hour.   That’s a 35-cent increase with the province saying more than 700,000 workers across Ontario will benefit from the increase.   Officials … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Abraham Obey family is looking to have the public support a petition to have the Mead Boulevard Circle renamed after Espanola’s first citizen. Abraham Obey was one of Espanola’s earliest citizens having settled on land … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – An Espanola woman is hosting a unique dinner to raise money for Cuba. Jenn Bousquet, who has gone to Cuba on a yearly trip to assist 18 churches and missions, is once again come up with … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Around 100 people, including students, took in Truth and Reconciliation/Orange Shirt Day activities at the Anishinabe Spiritual Centre south of Espanola yesterday. Executive Director Edwina McDonald says the gathering opened with a Sunrise Ceremony and lighting … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Wikwemikong Unceded Territory has opened a new transitional housing project called Val’s Place earlier this week. The community came together on Tuesday to celebrate the opening of at Nookomisnaang Shelter, the new seven-unit, 15-bed transitional housing … Continue reading →

By Katie Cooper – The Group-Based Knee Replacement Rehab Program outlines a rehabilitation program launched by the Espanola Regional Hospital and Health Centre (ERHHC) for patients recovering from total knee replacement surgery. The initiative is designed to maintain high-quality, evidence-based … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – September 30th marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day – Every Child Matters. According to various school sources, students are being encouraged to wear orange shirts to mark the day. The orange … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The feast day of St. Michael, the archangel and overcomer of the Devil, is a Christian celebration based on the ancient Celtic calendar.  Its main importance in people’s lives was that of a seasonal signpost in … Continue reading →