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Elliot Lake unveils new columbarium 

By Rosalind Russell – The City of Elliot Lake has completed construction of a new columbarium for its cemetery.  According to the release, the project was coordinated by the clerk’s department and Nelson Granite, which provided the craftsmanship and quality … Continue reading

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That’s a lotta of coffee, eh

By Rosalind Russell – Nearly 12.8 million dollars will help send kids to camp this year in Canada following another successful Camp Day Locally, Elliot Lake had a stellar day raising just over $9,200 with Blind River at just over … Continue reading

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Work beginning on Swing Bridge today (Tuesday)

By Rosalind Russell – Work is being carried out on Little Current’s Swing Bridge’s deck and steel plates all this week starting this evening. It is anticipated it will be finished by Saturday, July 27th.   Welding work will only take … Continue reading

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Work beginning on Swing Bridge today (Tuesday)

By Rosalind Russell – Work is being carried out on Little Current’s Swing Bridge’s deck and steel plates all this week starting this evening. It is anticipated it will be finished by Saturday, July 27th.   Welding work will only take … Continue reading

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Chi-Cheemaun bans vehicle …

By Rosalind Russell – Due to battery fire risk and safety recall, 2017-2021 Chrysler Pacifica PlugIn Hybrids (PHEVs) are no longer permitted on OSTC ferries including the Chi-Cheemaun until the service recall is completed.To check if your vehicle is affected, … Continue reading

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St. Joseph General Hospital Foundation looking for Swiftie fans

By Rosalind Russell – St. Joseph General Hospital Foundation is hoping local Swiftie fans will support their latest fundraiser to cap of the oncology campaign. Former Foundation Chair Bill Elliot says the original $1.2 million needed for updates to the … Continue reading

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Even aunties have Olympic dreams

By Rosalind Russell – A proud auntie will be cheering on her nephew, not in one, but three disciplines at the games in Paris. Mijou Pelletier says she is proud that her 20-year-old nephew Alex Baldoni is representing Canada in … Continue reading

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WE’RE MOVIN

By Grant Lewis – After many years of TV Bingo at the Espanola Complex, TV Bingo will have a new home at the Legion. “Winning Wednesdays” at the Legion will start at 6:15 with Catch the Ace and Bingo at … Continue reading

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Third Annual Heart of Gold Radiothon kicked off for September

By Rosalind Russell – A Manitoulin Island business has assisted (sister station) Moose 99.3FM – Espanola to officially launch the Third Annual Heart of Gold Radiothon Campaign to raise funds for families of children with cancer. Adam Smith, the owner … Continue reading

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Tapping her way to a top finish in world competition – Elliot Lake dancer brings home gold

By Rosalind Russell – A 13-year-old girl from Elliot Lake has tapped her way to a gold in international dance. Charlotte Parsons took part in the Dance World Cup in Prague, Czech Republic late last month, featuring over 9,500 competitors … Continue reading

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