By Rosalind Russell – As of January 1st, 2026, CO Alarms will no longer be an option, they will be required in all residences including long-term care facilities, group home, and cottages. According to the Espanola Fire Fighters Association, the … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Manitoulin Health Centre has announced the upcoming retirement of Dr. Stephen Cooper, marking the conclusion of more than 30 years of exemplary service to the people of Manitoulin Island.  Centre CEO, President Paula Fields, says Dr. … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities is welcoming several initiatives in the province’s fall economic statement.  FONOM says a number of measures will benefit the region – including increases to Ontario Municipal Partnership funding, the Community … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Anishinabek Nation is calling on the feds to prioritize Indigenous-led initiatives, uphold commitments to reconciliation, and provide transparent, long-term support that respects Anishinabek sovereignty. This after the latest federal budget was unveiled earlier this week. … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – An Espanola staffer from the Espanola Regional Hospital and Health Centre has been recognized for excellence. According to the release, Phil Smith, the manager of Diagnostic Imaging, was presented with the Gold Trillium Award at the … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Lopes Limited and Coniston Industrial Park Ltd. have leased a new truck and purchased a new trailer for Rainbow District School Board to take trades education on the road. According to the release, the Think Trades … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Ontario’s NDP vows to continue to push the government for safety improvements on Highways 11 and 17.   This after Bill 49 was defeated this week.  Along with ensuring scales and inspection sites are staffed daily … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Two Espanola business owners are being acknowledged for their business initiatives.Dan Vanier, the owner of Giant Tiger in Espanola, has won the 2025 Jean-Guy Desjardins Award, receiving recognition for his generosity, entrepreneurship and commitment at a … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Espanola High School is now offering free night school classes to help adult learners aged 21+ earn their secondary diploma while gaining literacy and numeracy skills.Vice-principal, Andrew Kendall, says Fall classes have started, but intake is … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – A mural celebrating French heritage has been completed at a Blind River school.Julie Azzi, the principal of Ecole Saint-Joseph says the last week of October, students and staff were kept busy creating the mural in collaboration … Continue reading →