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Municipal groups raise concerns about upgrades to Highways 11 and 17
By Rosalind Russell – Two northern municipal groups have written to the Premier, calling on the Ontario and federal governments to establish a jointly funded, phased plan to upgrade Highways 11 and 17 to four lanes. The Federation of … Continue reading
Registrations ongoing at the N’Swakamok Alternative School
Indigenous learners 17 years and older can earn credits at no cost towards their high school diploma at Anishinawbek Kinomaadwin Gamig, the N’Swakamok Alternative School, located in the N’Swakamok Indigenous Friendship Centre. Course material is presented through an Indigenous lens, … Continue reading
Rainbow Schools Wear Pink on September 17th for Stand Up Against Bullying Day
Staff and students in Rainbow Schools will wear pink on Thursday, September 17, 2026 as Rainbow District School Board marks the start of the school year with a focus on safe schools. “Wearing pink is an important reminder that we … Continue reading
Annual Penny Run another huge success with Community Living
By Rosalind Russell – Clients and workers with Community Living Espanola and Manitoulin took part in one of their annual events, the Penny Run. According to the release, Brothers Of The Blade hosted their annual Penny Run at Timberlane Rustic … Continue reading
FONOM reacts to new Ontario cabinet
By Rosalind Russell – The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities says it is looking forward to working with the province’s new and returning cabinet ministers. Premier Doug Ford shuffled his cabinet late last week. Portfolios changing hands include Agriculture, Infrastructure, … Continue reading
Toronto hosts inaugural Canada Investment Summit
By Rosalind Russell – Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada is turning our ambition into reality, by working together on major projects, trade and investments. He opened the inaugural Canada Investment Summit in Toronto, telling the audience of Premiers, global … Continue reading
MANITOULIN OPP SEARCHING FOR WANTED PERSON
(SABLES-SPANISH RIVERS TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is actively attempting to locate a wanted individual after an arrest warrant was issued in relation to an assault investigation. Police are also concerned for the … Continue reading
Espanola High School sets goal for this year’s Terry Fox Walk/Run
By Rosalind Russell – Espanola High School is off and running for this year’s Terry Fox Walk, setting a goal of $5,000 to support the Terry Fox Foundation and cancer research. Students will gather pledges in support of the annual … Continue reading
Anishinabe Spiritual Centre receives funding to hire a cultural planning intern
By Rosalind Russell – The Anishinabe Spiritual Centre, located five minutes south of Espanola on Lake Anderson, has received funding from the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation through its Indigenous Workforce Development Stream to hire a cultural planning intern. The … Continue reading
Pedestrian walkway in Espanola officially named for a former councillor
By Rosalind Russell – Espanola Council has approved the naming of a path requested by the family of a former councillor. In a letter, the Leson family asked council to consider naming a pathway, Leson Path, acknowledging the contributions of … Continue reading
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