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Smile Cookie campaign underway today

By Rosalind Russell – Espanola’s Helping Hand Food Bank is looking for people who can volunteer a bit of their time helping them out with a fundraiser. Grant Lewis says the organization is once again the recipient of the Smile … Continue reading

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Day of Mourning marks loss of workers – Elliot Lake honours five miners

By Rosalind Russell – Elliot Lake was just one of many communities to remember workers on the national Day of Mourning yesterday. Around 70 people took in the ceremony at Miners’ Memorial Park in Elliot Lake, including Mayor Andrew Wannan … Continue reading

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Firefighters gear up for North Shore Challenge this weekend

A North Shore community is preparing to see plenty of firefighting action this weekend, all for a good cause in the spirt of competition. The Huron Shores Firefighters Association is hosting the first North Shore Firefighter Challenge this weekend and … Continue reading

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Business networking opportunity for business owners in Elliot Lake area

The City of Elliot Lake in partnership with two business corporations will be hosting a business network seminar in mid-May. According to the release, the city’s Economic Development Department will be joined by ELNOS and the East Algoma CFDC for … Continue reading

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Espanola Curling Club Beer for a Year fundraiser

The Espanola Curling Club held the draw for the Beer for a Year fundraiser on March 28th.  The winner of the $2080 prize value was Louise Desjardins from Espanola.  Congratulations!  This fundraiser profits go to help support the Espanola Junior … Continue reading

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Espanola area woman raising funds for Gutsy Walk once again

An Espanola area woman is raising funds once again for the Gutsy Walk. On Sunday, June 2nd, Brenda Houle, and her team will join thousands of Canadians affected by Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis as they get together at their … Continue reading

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Indspire Award presented to Manitoulin Elder

A Manitoulin Island Indigenous woman has won a prestigious award. Wiikwemkoong’s Elder Edna Manitowabi was presented with the Indspire: Celebrating Indigenous Achievement earlier this month for her contributions and advocacy over the years. She has been an active teacher and … Continue reading

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Senior and Youth Awards deadline approaching quickly

Anyone who wishes to nominate a senior or a youth for a provincial recognition have until Friday to complete the application. Every year, municipalities across Ontario are asked to nominate people for either the Senior of the Year or the … Continue reading

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Elliot Lake Services / Clubs Directory now available

The City of Elliot Lake has worked with local organizations to produce a living document to access local services and clubs. According to the release it is a live document, which means it will be consistently updated as new information … Continue reading

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April 24: Rainbow students take part in Math, Science and Technology Olympics

Grade 7 and 8 students in Rainbow Schools will participate in the Math, Science and Technology Olympics on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at Science North in Sudbury. “Over 180 students will take part in this event, which has become a … Continue reading