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Water advisory in Mindemoya

By Rosalind Russell – The town of Mindemoya has notified Public Health Sudbury & Districts that due to watermain repairs, water to the community was cut off at approximately 11 pm last night. The drinking water advisory is now in … Continue reading →

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Sudbury Symphony Orchestra Opens 50th Season with Generations

Sudbury, ON – The Sudbury Symphony Orchestra (SSO) officially opens its landmark 50th Season on October 17th with Generations: Opening the 50th , a concert that looks back to the orchestra’s earliest years while honouring a lasting musical legacy. “Discovering … Continue reading →

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Renewed appeal for information about missing Manitoulin Island woman

By Rosalind Russell – Two years after 31-year-old Juanita Migwans from M’Chigeeng on Manitoulin Island was last seen, Manitoulin OPP and the United Chiefs and Councils of Manitoulin Anishnaabe Police continue to seek answers with a renewed appeal for information. … Continue reading →

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The revitalization of Rainbow Schools continues in Espanola, Massey and on Manitoulin

By Rosalind Russell – Rainbow District School Board has invested close to $50 million in school improvements over the past three years as it continues to revitalize its schools, including facilities in Espanola, Massey and on Manitoulin Island. Officials say … Continue reading →

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Postmedia cutting print copies of Northern newspapers, focusing on digital

By Rosalind Russell – Espanola’s Mid-North Monitor and Elliot Lake’s Standard print media will cease to exist as of October 31st. In a statement to the Moose, Postmedia states it is investing in the future of digital news media, and … Continue reading →

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A full hall for the All-Candidates Night in Espanola

By Rosalind Russell – It was a full hall last night at the Espanola Legion for the All-Candidates Night with over 200 people in attendance. It was also the first time a debate was livestreamed in Espanola with over 50 … Continue reading →

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Patrick Hébert named first “Éco-Héros” of CS Grand Nord 

By Rosalind Russell – Conseil scolaire du Grand Nord has launched its new environmental recognition program by naming its first Eco-Hero.  Education director Carl Dussault, says as part of the launch, CS the board has given the title to Patrick … Continue reading →

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Minimum wage goes up in Ontario

By Rosalind Russell – Minimum wage is up in Ontario.   As of yesterday, it’s $17.95 an hour.   That’s a 35-cent increase with the province saying more than 700,000 workers across Ontario will benefit from the increase.   Officials … Continue reading →

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Espanola family planning to submit petition to have Mead Blvd Circle named in honour of town’s first citizen

By Rosalind Russell – The Abraham Obey family is looking to have the public support a petition to have the Mead Boulevard Circle renamed after Espanola’s first citizen. Abraham Obey was one of Espanola’s earliest citizens having settled on land … Continue reading →

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Espanola woman hosting dinner to raise money for Cuba

By Rosalind Russell – An Espanola woman is hosting a unique dinner to raise money for Cuba. Jenn Bousquet, who has gone to Cuba on a yearly trip to assist 18 churches and missions, is once again come up with … Continue reading →

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