By Rosalind Russell – The Manitoulin Health Centre’s two hospitals have both received a substantial donation from the Legion Provincial Command. Communication Lead Dawn Noble McCann says members of the provincial affiliations, the Royal Canadian Legion Ontario Provincial Command Branches … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – ‘Play it Forward Musical Entertainment and Comedy,’ organizer Kay Theaker is hosting a fundraiser for the men and women’s shelters in Elliot Lake early next month.   She says there is plenty of local talent taking part … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Blind River Public Library has launched its 100th anniversary celebrations with a new book, and cake. Library CEO, Jennifer Fortin says they officially launched their centennial celebrations on Monday with a cake and the release … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Royal Canadian Legion Ontario Provincial Command Branches and the Provincial Command Ladies’ Auxiliary Charitable Foundation presented funds to the Espanola Regional Hospital & Health Centre yesterday. Gary MacPherson, Zone H3 Commander, says the donation of … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – A newly incorporated citizen’s committee is taking legal action to prevent the demolishment of the Dean Lake Bridge east of Iron Bridge. Community Voices Committee Incorporated Chair, Mary Johnson says, the committee has filed an application … Continue reading →

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 →