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Espanola Lions Donate to E.H.S. Athletics

As you may well know, the Espanola Lions Club has been supporting groups involving young kids in sports for yeas.  Groups such as minor ball, hockey, soccer, Espanola Skating Club, pond hockey and Boogie Mountain are lucky to have dedicated … Continue reading →

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St. George’s Anglican Church of Espanola hosts Interim Primate of Canada

By Rosalind Russell – St. George’s Anglican Church of Espanola hosted Archbishop, Anne Germand, the Interim Primate of Canada, for their 100th anniversary service and celebration yesterday. In her sermon, Germand informed everyone that underneath the original cornerstone, there is … Continue reading →

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Mental Illness Awareness Week

By Rosalind Russell – The Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health is leading the annual Mental Illness Awareness Week from October 6th to October 12th.  Co-chair Florence Budden says the theme for MIAW 2024, “Access for All: Time … Continue reading →

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CLA celebrates 70th anniversary at AGM – presentation of awards 

By Rosalind Russell – Community Living Algoma’s Annual General Meeting held Wednesday in Sault Ste. Marie was a celebration of 70 years of inclusivity and honouring volunteers who support the organization.  John Policicchio, CLA Executive Director says moving forward, it … Continue reading →

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First Annual Back the Pink fundraiser set for Elliot Lake 

By Rosalind Russell – This Saturday is the First Annual Back the Pink fundraiser in Elliot Lake.  The breast cancer fundraiser music event will be held at Dunlop Lake Lodge with all the money raised going to the Oncology Department … Continue reading →

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Annual Charity Coat Drive underway in Elliot Lake 

By Rosalind Russell – The Elliot Lake Royal Canadian Legion is providing the venue for the Annual Charity Coat Drive.  According to the release, the organization is collecting outerwear and blanks to distribute to those in need for the coming … Continue reading →

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Hydro heads south to assist hurricane victims 

By Rosalind Russell – One hundred Hydro One employees are heading south to help Georgia Power crews restore power following the effects of Hurricane Helene.  Officials say the storm has caused widespread destruction and power outages across the southeastern United States, … Continue reading →

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Anglican Archbishop to oversee 100th anniversary celebrations of St. George Church in Espanola 

By Rosalind Russell – Anglican Archbishop Anne Germand will oversee the 100th anniversary celebrations of St. George Church in Espanola this weekend.  Reverend Beverly Van der Jagt says there will be a joint service with the United Church this coming … Continue reading →

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A long walk from Sudbury to North Bay 

By Rosalind Russell – Kevin Oschefski’s walk for the cure got underway on Tuesday.   The Country 90.5 FM morning host is walking 129 km from the Northeast Cancer Centre in Sudbury to North Bay’s downtown CIBC branch.  Earlier this year, … Continue reading →

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Multiple bids for new arena in Sudbury 

By Rosalind Russell – Multiple bids have come in for the architectural design of the new arena/community centre in the City of Greater Sudbury.  The $200-million centre is one step closer to reality with five bids submitted for its architectural design.  Three … Continue reading →

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