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Blind River Community Days revitalized  

By Rosalind Russell – The final plans for the Blind River Community Days are nearly finalized with the popular event undergoing a major revamp following the pandemic. Charlyn Beneteau the Community Days Committee says their theme this year is Bringing … Continue reading

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Jabbawong Storytelling Festival set to go

By Rosalind Russell – If you love books and stories, you may want to consider the Jabbawong Storytelling Festival on Manitoulin Island. Everyone is invited to an evening with Waubgeshig on July 5th at 7 pm at the Kagawong Park … Continue reading

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Denison Mines celebrating 70th anniversary

By Rosalind Russell – Denison Mines may have shut down, but the company continues to have a vital role in the community of Elliot Lake. Denison Mines is celebrating their 70th anniversary and remains committed to the responsible operation of … Continue reading

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Espanola Lions Donation

Photo and article by Grant Lewis – BOO…BOO…Ah yes, the sound frequently heard in Massey at Hallowe’en as you walk the HAUNTED TRAIL!!!  This annual event has thrilled and of course scared young and old over the years. And all … Continue reading

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Young Massey boy to receive certificate for saving a girl’s life

By Rosalind Russell – Township of Sables-Spanish Rivers council will host a special meeting and have a special guest to acknowledge his heroic efforts in saving a young girl from drowning. Andrea Pyette of Massey says her seven-year-old daughter, Keira … Continue reading

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Food insecurity a challenge

By Rosalind Russell – Community Food Centres Canada says 8.7 million people in this country face the daily challenge of food insecurity – with 3.8 million living in poverty. The group has launched a new online tool giving communities localized … Continue reading

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North Shore Canada Day activities wide and varied

By Rosalind Russell – Canada Day will be busy along the North Shore Corridor joining with other Canadians across the country. Webbwood is hosting a parade at 11 am followed by the Party at the Park for families while Massey … Continue reading

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Environmental contributions given platinum status

By Rosalind Russell – Two Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon schools recently received the EcoSchools Canada certification for the 2023-2024 school year. Education director, Paul Henry says École catholique La Renaissance in Espanola and École secondaire catholique Champlain in Chelmsford were … Continue reading

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Harvest Algoma Awarded Neighborhood Grant from The Starbucks Foundation

By Rosalind Russell – As part of The Starbucks Foundation’s Neighborhood Grants program, Harvest Algoma was selected to receive a $5,400 grant in feeding those in need in the Algoma District. As a key player in reducing food waste and … Continue reading

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New regional medical van unveiled 

By Rosalind Russell – Local politicians and staffers were on hand for the unveiling of the new LaCloche Care Van in Espanola yesterday afternoon.  Espanola Mayor Doug Gervais, Nairn & Hyman Township Mayor Amy Macey and Sables-Spanish Rivers Township’s Kevin … Continue reading

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