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Town hall meeting for Nairn & Hyman Township sawmill workers

By Rosalind Russell – A town hall meeting is being hosted in Nairn & Hyman Township for the workers who are affected by the imminent closure of the Interfor Nairn Sawmill and Planer. Township Mayor Amy Mazey, Nickel Belt MPP … Continue reading

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Distinguished artist selected for LaCloche Art Show

By Rosalind Russell – The LaCloche Art Show organizing committee has chosen its Artist of Distinction for this year’s showing. Volunteer Suzanne Miron says Robert Potvin is an award-winning artist born in the town of Grimsby, Ontario and now resides … Continue reading

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Manitoulin/North Shore Corridor museums open exhibits for the summer season

By Rosalind Russell – Three local area museums, one on North Shore, two on Manitoulin Island, are opening exhibits for the summer season for tourists and residents alike. The Gore Bay Museum is opening its Christie’s Art ‘Heartfelt Heritage – … Continue reading

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New doctors for Blind River and Thessalon

By Rosalind Russell – The Huron Shores Family Health Team and the North Shore Health Network will benefit from not one, but two new doctors. According to the release, Dr. Nima Nassehi has joined the team at its Blind River … Continue reading

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Book of Inspiration written by Espanola senior

By Rosalind Russell – A spry 95-year-old in Espanola has written a book to inspire others.  Betty Bowerman who has been a devoted woman of faith, a long-time volunteer and outgoing personality, has focused on writing her own book over … Continue reading

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Espanola Community Markets a big part of summer

By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola Community Markets that run throughout the summer are a huge part of shopping local and supporting local businesses. Laura Hunda, the owner/operator of Laura’s Buns, says it has always been a goal of hers … Continue reading

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New badge for new Manitoulin Island navy cadet court

By Rosalind Russell – The new Navy League Cadet Corps Edwin Kift on Manitoulin Island has unveiled its official badge. Lieutenant Sylvain Boucher, a long-time advocate and leader designed the badge for the corps, which reflects the maritime history and … Continue reading

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Volunteer firefighters sought for Sables-Spanish River crew

By Rosalind Russell – Espanola/Sables Spanish Regional Fire Chief Jamie Ramsay and Deputy Chief Brandon Courtemanche have hit the ground running with the joining of the Espanola and Sables-Spanish Rivers fire departments. Both attended yesterday’s Career/Job Fair at the Espanola … Continue reading

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LaCloche Region well represented at FONOM Conference in Timmins

By Rosalind Russell – Representatives from the Town of Espanola are attending the annual Federation of Northern  Ontario Municipalities Conference this week in Timmins alongside municipal and provincial leaders from across Northern Ontario. Espanola CAO, Joseph Burke, says the keynote address was provided by … Continue reading

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EHS Spartan Gay Straight Alliance celebrating 15 years 

By Rosalind Russell – Fifteen years ago, a small group of students and staff at Espanola High School planted a flag for kindness, inclusion, and courage by founding the Spartan Gay Straight Alliance. According to the release, what began as … Continue reading

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