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Canada Post is on strike
By Rosalind Russell – Canada Post workers are on strike after the federal government ordered the corporation yesterday to begin a sweeping overhaul that could spell the end of traditional door-to-door delivery. The Canadian Union of Postal Workers says the … Continue reading
Sneak peek at new housing for social services in Espanola
By Rosalind Russell – The Manitoulin Sudbury District Social Services offered a sneak peek to neighbours living in the vicinity of a new housing project in Espanola yesterday. Cornerstone Apartments is located at the intersection of Mead Blvd and the … Continue reading
Major school soccer tournament next week
By Rosalind Russell – Conseil scolaire Grand Nord is hosting its annual soccer tournament for French-language schools in Northern Ontario early next week. Sixty-six teams from Parry Sound, French River, and the Sudbury region will take part in the … Continue reading
Franco-Ontarian celebrations across Ontario
By Rosalind Russell – The 50th anniversary of the Franco-Ontarian flag was marked by a new initiative introduced by Edith Dumont, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario at festivities held in Sudbury yesterday. She says the 50th anniversary is a great opportunity … Continue reading
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By Rosalind Russell – The 75th Espanola High School Reunion Committee says it is looking at a very low turnout for the reunion planned for the summer of 2026. There are a number of factors, including social media helping grads … Continue reading
Celebrations planned for Franco-Ontarian flag’s 50th Anniversary
By Rosalind Russell – It’s time to celebrate the Franco-Ontarian flag’s 50th anniversary, which will be marked at local schools and special gatherings throughout the day today. The Lieutenant Governor of Ontario is in the City of Greater Sudbury to … Continue reading
Council hires engineering company to provide ice plant design
By Rosalind Russell – Espanola council has given its approval to hiring an engineering company to provide ice plant design and services for the Espanola Regional Recreation Complex. Community and Recreation Department Manager Bailey Bouwmeester told council the current mechanical … Continue reading
Mediation for striking college workers
By Rosalind Russell – Mediation talks for striking college workers are set for this Friday. According to the release, the College Employer Council (CEC) and the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) have been engaged with government officials and agreed … Continue reading
Official inauguration of greenhouse at École secondaire catholique La Renaissance
On September 24, 2025, the École secondaire catholique La Renaissance (Espanola) school community celebrated the inauguration of the school’s new greenhouse. Gathered on the school grounds, students from Grades 9 to 12, including those enrolled in the Specialist High Skills … Continue reading
Espanola water and sewer rates rising again in the new year
By Rosalind Russell – Espanola council has approved another increase in water and sewer rates for structures on the municipal system. According to town treasurer, Julie Bouthillette, the rates are failing to generate enough revenue to cover the cost of … Continue reading

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