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Torch run coming to Espanola/Manitoulin Island
By Rosalind Russell – The 8th annual Sudbury Motorcycle Torch Ride for Special Olympics Ontario will take place later this month in support of over 26,000 Special Olympics Ontario athletes. The run takes place Sunday, June 23rd, and participants will … Continue reading
Carol Hughes’ Column – Infrastructure Funding Gap for First Nations a Growing Concern
In her mandate letter, the Minister of Indigenous Services was tasked with the goal of working “…to eliminate all remaining long-term drinking water advisories, and closing the infrastructure gap by 2030, with a focus on building sustainable and affordable housing.” … Continue reading
Espanola High School certified eco platinum
By Rosalind Russell – Espanola High School is officially certified as a Platinum EcoSchool for the third year in a row. The school has several eco-initiatives that have become part of the day-to-day routine for students such as recycling food … Continue reading
Nomination meeting called by NDP for new riding
By Rosalind Russell – The current Nickel Belt Riding will become the Sudbury East-Manitoulin-Nickel Belt when the federal election is called. To ensure the public can meet the next NDP candidate, Andreane Chenier, the Nickel Belt Election Planning Committee is … Continue reading
Smile Cookie Campaign benefits health network
Tim Hortons in Blind River has presented the North Shore Health Network Foundation with a cheque following its Spring Cookie Campaign. Foundation board chair Joanne Falk accepted the cheque for $9,287.13 from Tim Hortons adding the funds will be directed … Continue reading
FitSpirit Club raises funds for womens’ shelters
By Rosalind Russell – At École Saint-Joseph in Blind River, several girls in Grades 6, 7 and 8 are proud participants in the school’s FitSpirit Club under the guidance of teacher Heather Roberts. Sophie Azzi, a former student at École … Continue reading
AB Ellis and Espanola High collaborate on nursing home project
By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola Nursing Home has collaborated with two local schools to add colour to its outside gathering space. Last week, Whitney Gray, and five Grade 8 students from A.B. Ellis Public School were joined by Espanola … Continue reading
Espanola celebrates seniors
By Rosalind Russell – The Town of Espanola welcomed some 200 seniors yesterday as part of Seniors Appreciation Day. Various organizations including health care, library and other services offered their respectful expertise in senior matters at the Espanola Regional Recreation … Continue reading
Look … it’s a bird, it’s a plane, no, it’s a helicopter!
By Rosalind Russell – Manitoulin Island students were excited to hear the whir of a helicopter earlier this week as a surprise for one of their retiring teachers. CC McLean Public School retiring teacher Heather Jefkins has been an avid … Continue reading
Community Futures Ontario recognizes Bruce Mines business as Entrepreneur of the Year 2024
By Rosalind Russell – A Bruce Mines business has been recognized for its entrepreneurial savvy with provincial recognition. Community Futures Ontario says Penokean Hills Farms is the winner of its Entrepreneur of the Year Award at the annual conference held … Continue reading
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