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The Joint Public Meeting of Nairn & Hyman and Baldwin Township focuses on the disposal of radioactive material
Tonight’s meeting at Nairn’s community centre was filled to capacity with close to 200 people in attendance.The first two hours were taken up with presentations by the Ministry of Mines (which owns the Agnew site therefore it is considered Crown … Continue reading
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Espanola Regional Recreation Complex celebrating 25 years
The Espanola Regional Recreation Complex staff is revving up to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the facility. Cori Duplessis, the Supervisor of Community and Recreation, says a wine and cheese is planned for October 17th at 7 pm. It will … Continue reading
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Terry Fox Run set for Espanola High School
By Rosalind Russell – Students at Espanola High School will be collecting pledges and donations for the annual Terry Fox Run. According to the release, this year’s event will be held on Thursday, September 26th at 12:40 pm. The Terry … Continue reading
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Men’s team helps minor baseball
By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola Minor Baseball Association got a shot in the arm from one of the adult leagues this week. The association appreciates the support the Espanola Men’s ball team Zee Jays for their donation of $750 … Continue reading
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Espanola Little Theatre hosting AGM
By Rosalind Russell – Espanola Little Theatre is hoping to attract some interested individuals to come out and be part of the troupe. The group is hosting its annual general meeting next Monday, September 16th at 7 pm at AB … Continue reading
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Bereavement Grief Group forming on Manitoulin Island
By Rosalind Russell – The VON Manitoulin are organizing a Bereavement Grief Group in Little Current for mixed losses, 18 years old and over. The agency says support groups are a safe place for grieving people to find comfort in … Continue reading
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Registrations ongoing at the N’Swakamok Alternative School
Indigenous learners 17 years and older can earn credits towards their high school diploma at the N’Swakamok Alternative School located in the N’Swakamok Native Friendship Centre. Course material is presented through an Indigenous lens, with credits possible via e-learning, Co-operative … Continue reading
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Espanola completes HVAC system at complex
By Rosalind Russell – Espanola council, admin staff and Algoma-Manitoulin MPP Mike Mantha gathered at the Espanola Regional Recreation Complex yesterday afternoon to mark the installation of the new HVAC air system. Espanola Mayor Doug Gervais says last year the … Continue reading
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Rural Economic Development Program to help boost the local economy
By Rosalind Russell – The Ontario government is investing more than $5.7 million in 85 projects including two in our local area that create jobs and boost economic development in rural communities across the province. Lisa Thompson, Minister of Rural … Continue reading
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Elliot Lake council approves wage increase for firefighters
By Rosalind Russell – Elliot Lake council has approved a $2 per hour wage increase for firefighters. Fire Chief John Thomas informed council that there are 16 volunteers in the department with the last wage increase made in April 2016 … Continue reading