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Walleye tournament will help library services in Spanish

By Rosalind Russell – The Spanish River Resort & Campgrounds is hosting the Jigging for Giants Walleye Catch & Release Tournament to raise funds for the Spanish Library. Resort operations manager David Rittberg says they will be running the derby … Continue reading

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Flooding warnings continue in the districts

By Rosalind Russell – With heavy rain over the last 24 hours, flooding warnings continue throughout the districts of Algoma, Manitoulin and Sudbury. The Town of Espanola says a warning remains in place for Penage Lake Road with the Black … Continue reading

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Paper Kings’ Smith named finalist for CJHL’s Top Rookie Award

By Rosalind Russell – A forward with the Espanola Paper Kings has been named one of the five finalists for the Canadian Junior Hockey League’s Top Rookie Award. Sixteen-year-old Owen Smith from North Bay, who was already named the Northern … Continue reading

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Rogers Arena in Elliot Lake on budget and on schedule

By Rosalind Russell – The work continues on Rogers Arena in Elliot Lake, on budget and on schedule. Chris Perry of Perry & Perry Architects says the new knee braces to reinforce the roof trusses have all been installed, so … Continue reading

New victim-centred sexual violence services launch in East Algoma area

By Rosalind Russell – The East Algoma OPP says vital victim services programming is now available to survivors of sexual violence in the East Algoma area. According to the release, the programming is a collaboration between the OPP, the North … Continue reading

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OPP grieving loss of officer

By Rosalind Russell – The Ontario Provincial Police is mourning the loss of one of their own after an officer died in the line of duty.  The OPP says shortly after 530 yesterday evening (Mon), officers with the Northumberland detachment … Continue reading

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New doctor joining the health team in Espanola

By Rosalind Russell – Espanola Regional Hospital & Health Centre Family Health Team is introducing a new doctor to the community.Dr. Usama Fraaz will be part of the team a full‑time family physician beginning this October.According to the release, Dr. … Continue reading

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North Shore Fire Fighters Competition sees Espanola receive special recognition

By Rosalind Russell – Firefighting crews from across the region met in Thessalon this past weekend to compete in different categories with Espanola’s crew bringing home several awards.Jamie Ramsay was presented with the NSFFC Mentorship Award for his dedication, leadership … Continue reading

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Inaugural Bridal Show sees dozens of brides

By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola Regional Recreation Complex was filled with flowers, arches, lights and plenty of action at the inaugural Espanola Bridal Show 2026.Co-organizer Debbie Pacey says they were very pleased with the results adding 46 brides registered … Continue reading

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NAV sets up restricted zone for drones in Espanola

By Rosalind Russell – Private drone owners will no longer be able to fly their drones in the Town of Espanola now that NAV Canada has instituted a restricted zone over the municipality.Founded in 1996, NAV Canada focuses on safety … Continue reading

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