By Rosalind Russell – Blind River’s Mayor, Sally Hagman, extended wishes to constituents and councils, but also pointed out that 2026 should be a year of celebrations, She says not only is the town celebrating its 120th birthday, but the … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Federal officials say progress is being made on support measures for Canada’s forest sector.  Along with $9 million in funding to promote the use of Canadian wood in construction, Ottawa announced the launch of an online … Continue reading →

By Grant Lewis – Melanie Armstrong has over 27,000 reasons to smile thanks to the Lions Catch the Ace! Melanie won our last big jackpot draw with only four envelopes to open. Envelope #49 was the lucky one. I’m sure … Continue reading →

  By Grant Lewis – Once again the Espanola Lions has donated all the proceeds from their “Poppy Bingo” to the Legion in Espanola and Massey. On hand to receive the Espanola portion was Bill Noon, Legion President. The  “Poppy” … Continue reading →

By Grant Lewis – It doesn’t get any better than kids shopping for other kids at Christmas. Students and staff and Sacred Heart School made a generous contribution to the Agnes Michon Lions Toy Drive again this year, and as … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Espanola council has met a couple of time over the last few weeks to discuss the municipal budget for 2026 and are ready to approve the final draft.   As part of these deliberations, earlier this … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Espanola Council has approved the job description and implementation of Phase 2 of the Shared Fire Administration Agreement with the Township of Sables-Spanish Rivers for the hiring of a Regional Deputy Fire Chief.   The Shared … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Blind River council had an in-depth discussion about their new short-term rental accommodation licencing program before passing it into law. The town’s brick and mortar motel owners and new hotel development had asked for the program … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Now that Phase 4 of the Connecting Link Project in Espanola has been completed, Espanola council has given its approval to awarding the tender for Phase 5 to GIP Interpaving. Environmental Services & Special Projects Manager … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – A small First Nation on Manitoulin Island held its election this week. Sheguiandah First Nation on Manitoulin Island held its election on Tuesday, December 9th, electing a new slate for chief and council. Pearl Waindubence was … Continue reading →