By Rosalind Russell – The Counselling Centre of East Algoma will be moving to a new location this fall. According to Executive Director, Melanie Dell, the centre is moving to a larger space, which will allow them to host more … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – FONOM and its northwestern counterpart are commenting after Ottawa announced its initiating the process toward the potential listing of three major projects as those of national interest.   They include a Deep Geological Repository for Canada’s … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Espanola council has approved a bid for some remedial work to be done on the roof of the Espanola Regional Recreation Complex.Community & Recreation Manager, Bailey Bouwmeester, told council Tuesday night that the 26-year-old building is … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Mississauga First Nation and the Town of Blind River have come together to work with a national project for long-term planning for joint economic development and land use. The two communities are participating in the Community … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Algoma Manor is one of the 17 homes participating in the province’s new Improving Dementia Care Program and increasing access to behavioural specialized units. Long-term care minister Natalia Kusendova-Bashta says the province is investing $9 million over … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – A long-time volunteer and teacher is Elliot Lake’s 2026 Senior of the Year. Mike Marcella was presented to award by Mayor Andrew Wannan. Official say he was awarded after his years as a teacher, but also … Continue reading →

The Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon says eight of its schools have been rewarded with an EcoSchools Canada certification for the 2025-2026 school year.   According to education director, Tom Michaud, the national recognition highlights their commitment to promoting environmental learning … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – A recent gift to the North Shore Health Network Foundation will help support Trauma-Informed Care education for more than 100 area frontline healthcare workers. The RBC foundation has presented the network with $10,000 that will be … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board has approved a balanced budget of just over $102,500,00 for the 2026-27 school year.  Board Chair Sandra Turco says the budget was developed in response to enrolment changes and ongoing … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Kenjgewin Teg and Cambrian College have signed a partnership agreement to offer Practical Nursing at Kenjgewin Teg, addressing the demand for healthcare professionals across Manitoulin Island and the surrounding region. President Dr. Beverley Roy says the … Continue reading →