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Espanola Elks Hamper Fund set to go

By Rosalind Russell – There will be plenty of purple to be seen on Saturday at the Espanola Mall. The Espanola Elks are hosting their 49th Annual Christmas Hamper Fund Drive to raise funds to feed an average of 150 … Continue reading

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New Vitals Machine Now in Use at the Richards Landing–Matthews Site

By Rosalind Russell – The North Shore Health Network has been able to introduce a new piece of vital equipment at its Richards Landing–Matthews Site According to the release, the Emergency Department has a new Root Masimo Vitals Machine, an … Continue reading

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FONOM likes new federal measures to support steel and softwood lumber industries

By Rosalind Russell – The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities says there’s a lot to like with new federal measures to support Canada’s steel and softwood lumber industries.   Among other things, the federal plan includes strengthened protections for domestic producers, expanded financial supports for companies … Continue reading

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Algoma Public Health launches 2025 Public Health Champion – Early Years Edition

By Rosalind Russell – Algoma Public Health is launch of this year’s Public Health Champion – Early Years Edition, celebrating people and organizations who make a difference in the lives of young children and families across the Algoma district. Dr. … Continue reading

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Blue-green algal bloom reported in Lake Apsey

A visible bloom of blue-green algae has been observed in Lake Apsey. The Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks has advised Public Health Sudbury & Districts that after testing samples taken on November 24, 2025, from that bloom, blue-green algae … Continue reading

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Journey to Bethlehem 2025 – a North Shore tradition

By Rosalind Russell – It’s been over 30 years since Beth and Mack Emiry of Massey had a dream to tell the Christmas story as a living interpretation of the “Journey to Bethlehem”.  According to the release, it began on … Continue reading

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Ringette comes home – remembering Red McCarthy

By Rosalind Russell – Greater Sudbury’s U16A Ringette team is proud to bring the game back to where it all began in Espanola. According to Laura Aubrey Wragg, this is not just a game, it is a tribute to the … Continue reading

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Physician recruitment funding to be discussed as part of the 2026 municipal budget for Espanola

By Rosalind Russell – Espanola’s Regional Hospital & Health Centre’s incoming CEO, Martin Lees, made a presentation to council this week calling on council to consider a donation towards physician recruitment. As part of his presentation, Lees reviewed the various … Continue reading

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Espanola council shuts down any discussion on electric battery facility

By Rosalind Russell – A Cobourg, Ontario CEO of an electricity supplier company, Renewable Power Partners Limited, was shut out of any discussions with Espanola council for consideration of a battery storage facility in town. CEO Simon Rowland made a … Continue reading

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Espanola Hospital & Health Centre Announces Leadership Transition: CEO Jane Battistelli Passes the Torch to Martin Lees

By Terri Noble – Celebrating 17 Years of Dedicated Service and Welcoming a New Era of LeadershipHospital Bids Farewell to CEO Jane Battistelli After 17 Years of Transformative LeadershipAfter nearly two decades holding various leadership positions, Jane Battistelli, CEO of … Continue reading

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