She is not quite there yet, but Thessalon’s Shilo Rousseau is nearing her Olympic dream. Her home town wants to celebrate her hard work, ambition, and dedication to the sport of biathlon. Rousseau has been competing at the World Cup … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – A 15-year-old resident of Espanola is hoping someone has a garage, so he can get to work … I know, right? What would a teen possibly want with a garage? Well, Alexander St. Pierre wants to … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – A sprinkler malfunction in mid-December caused major damage at the Mindemoya site of the Manitoulin Health Centre. Officials say the malfunction, which saw broken pipes flood the lower levels, occurred in mid-December (Thursday, December 18th) with … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – A new bike park is set to open this year on Manitoulin Island and will be highlighted at a major outdoor show next month in advance of its grand opening. Manitoulin Island Cycle President, Maja Mielonen, … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Royal Canadian Legion branches across Canada, including those in our Northern region, will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the organization this year.  Espanola’s Branch #39 will have special reason to celebrate since it will also mark … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – A former resident of Espanola has been named to the Order of Canada. Charles A. Hopkins was appointed as a member of the Order of Canada on New Years Eve for his significant contributions to education … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – A Manitoulin Island actor is receiving accolades for an appearance on a popular Prime Video series but is not standing on that achievement. Fifty-three-year-old Johnathan Fisher of Wiikwemkoong has been acting since being a part of … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Many people braved minus 13-degree weather yesterday to take in the inaugural polar dip at Spine Lake in Elliot Lake yesterday, January 1st. Algoma-Manitoulin MPP Bill Rosenberg says it was a great crowd who took in … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – 1. Espanola Mill purchase finalized – community consultations BMI Group, a company specializing in industrial site revitalization and sustainable development, has officially completed its purchase of the former Domtar Espanola Pulp and Paper Mill.Paul Veldman, CEO … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Cambrian College is looking at introducing two new programs in September, one focused on data analytics, the second on building construction. College vice-president Janice Clark, says the one-year, three-semester Data Analytics graduate program will focus on … Continue reading →