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Northern Ontario curling champions crowned
Photos: The McCarville Rink is off to the Scotties while The Bonot Rink is off to the Briar. Photos by Peter Benji Nahwegahbo. By Rosalind Russell – Manitoulin Island’s curling community had the distinct honour of seeing Northern Ontario champions … Continue reading
Sudbury councillor is missing
By Rosalind Russell – Michael Vagnini, a Greater Sudbury councillor within the City of Greater Sudbury has been missing since Saturday night. Greater Sudbury police say he was last observed in the vicinity of R.R. 55 and McCharles Lake Road. … Continue reading
A new look for a bright future: Cambrian College unveils new logo
Photos: Cambrian College has unveiled a new brand identity, including a new logo. The two twisting shields represent innovation and the understanding and new perspectives that come with education. They also bear a likeness to the two “C” letters in … Continue reading
Sharing her leadership as Prime Minister of ÉSC La Renaissance
Since the start of the school year in September, Ali Laginski has held the position of Prime Minister of École secondaire catholique La Renaissance (Espanola). In addition, this grade 12 student takes pride in representing the interests of her peers … Continue reading
Special procession held to honour the late Wayne Ashton
By Rosalind Russell – An honourary procession will be part of the Celebration of Life being held today to mark the passing of the late Wayne Ashton of Espanola. Ashton was one of Canada’s longest-serving volunteer firefighters retiring two years … Continue reading
Mental Health Day advocates gather for fair
By Rosalind Russell – Espanola’s mayor welcomed visitors to the Mental Health Fair held at the Espanola Regional Recreation Complex. Mayor Doug Gervais shared words of welcome to the wider community at the raising of the flag yesterday to mark … Continue reading
No injuries after home lost to fire
By Rosalind Russell – The Township of the North Shore Fire Department battled hotspots yesterday. Fire Chief Matt Simon says a residence on Riverview Road on the west side of the Serpent River was totally engulfed in flames on Tuesday … Continue reading
Personal Support Worker program being offered in French
By Rosalind Russell – Starting in October 2024, Carrefour Options+Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon’s continuing education school, will once again offer the Personal Support Worker in Sudbury. Board communication officer Paul de la Riva says the program is being offered to students 18 years … Continue reading
New deal ensures monitoring of Sudbury area ecosystems
By Rosalind Russell – Vale Base Metals has committed to a five-year funding agreement with Laurentian University to support long-term monitoring of Sudbury area ecosystems. The Cooperative Freshwater Ecology Unit at the Vale Living with Lakes Centre at Laurentian University will receive $960,000 over the next five … Continue reading
Elliot Lake looking for support to win Kraft Hockeyville contest
By Rosalind Russell – There is a grassroots movement in Elliot Lake to enter the Kraft Hockeyville contest. City officials say they’re doing their part by promoting the event pointing out if they win, they could bring home $250,000, which would help with repairs to … Continue reading