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First snows are coming, and with that plans to celebrate the Holiday Season in Espanola

By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola Recreation Department has opened the registration for the Third Annual Rockin’ Around the Christmas Oval!The standing parade allows the public to walk around and take in the displays, talk to the organizers and take … Continue reading

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Assessment of Espanola ball fields approved by council

By Rosalind Russell – Espanola council has endorsed a resolution to have a complete assessment done of the local ball fields.The Corporate Services Committee had recommended to council that the recreation department proceed with obtaining an assessment of the Red … Continue reading

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Live Fire Training this weekend on Manitoulin

By Rosalind Russell – If there is smoke, there might be fire, and that is where firefighters and the proper training comes in.According to the North Eastern Manitoulin and the Islands Fire Department, this weekend, firefighters from across Manitoulin Island … Continue reading

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FONOM opposes ban on automated speed cameras

By Rosalind Russell – The province’s move to ban automated speed cameras across Ontario is being opposed by The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM).FONOM says the ban would undermine municipal efforts to improve road safety and protect children and … Continue reading

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Christmas Food Drive coming back to Elliot Lake

By Rosalind Russell – Elliot Lake Fire Services is bringing back its annual Christmas Food Drive.William Elliott, President of the Fire Fighters Association, along with Len Kutchaw, chair of the ELEFB, are inviting community members to help with the initiative.Elliot … Continue reading

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SCHOOL BUS ROAD SAFETY REMINDER: STOP MEANS STOP

(ESPANOLA, ON) – The Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding all drivers of the critical importance of stopping for school buses with flashing red lights. This reminder follows an incident on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, where the … Continue reading

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SUSPECTED COCAINE SEIZED FROM HIGHWAY 17 TRAFFIC STOP

(ESPANOLA, ON) – A driver is facing charges after police received a traffic complaint. On Sunday, September 28, 2025, at approximately 4:30 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a traffic complaint reporting a truck swerving within … Continue reading

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Two planned outages this Sunday: Manitoulin Island and the Nairn & Hyman area

By Rosalind Russell – Hydro One has two planned outages in the local area this Sunday, October 26th. According to the release, the entire Manitoulin Island, including Killarney and Willisville will be without power from 7 am to 3 pm. … Continue reading

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Elliot Lake’s Homelessness Challenge kicks off today

By Rosalind Russell – Elliot Lake’s Fourth Annual Homelessness Challenge kicks off today. Participants will live in conditions like the homeless for four days and three nights while raising funds for the Elliot Lake Women’s Group shelters: Larry’s Place and … Continue reading

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Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service strengthens community ties through School Liaison Officer Program

By Rosalind Russell – The Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service launched its School Liaison Officer Program this August working with the community’s three schools. Police Chief Ron Gignac says his officers and staff are passionate about making a difference to young … Continue reading

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