By Rosalind Russell  – In late December, 65 Ontario paramedics including two from Manitoulin-Sudbury DSAB received their Governor General Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medal bars for providing exemplary emergency medical services. The two local recipients are Dwayne Elliot and … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell  – It’s another step forward for the Robinson-Huron Treaty settlement agreement.   The $10 billion proposed settlement – involving 21 First Nations including Serpent River, Sagamok, Mississauga and those on Manitoulin Island – was reached with the provincial … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – An Espanola and Sudbury-based rescue unit is looking for new members to provide services to a wide area. According to the release, North Shore Search & Rescue is looking for candidates for their Member In Training … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Elliot Lake Museum Curator Amelia D’Amato told the museum advisory board last week the focus for the institution at this time is to update their online database.   She says it is important to integrate the new … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Some heavy equipment work is expected to be carried out on an intersection lot in Elliot Lake. According to the city, heavy equipment work is expected to cause some delays for motorists accessing the Pearson and … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – The Espanola &Area Family Health Team board is looking for directors. According to the Espanola Regional Hospital & Health Centre, the board is accepting applications to fill a vacancy. The board is a mix of health … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Gregorpalooza in Elliot Lake is an annual fundraiser held every year for one local family. The 15th annual event was held on December 23rd to raise funds for co-founder Jane MacDonald who is battling two types … Continue reading →

(SABLES-SPANISH RIVERS TOWNSHIP, ON) – On January 4, 2024, shortly before 2:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a motor vehicle collision on Highway 17 at Birch Lake Road. Investigation revealed that a commercial motor vehicle struck … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Terrace Bay in the Thunder Bay Region is starting 2024 with the community’s largest employer, AV Terrace Bay, announcing a temporary shutdown of its Terrace Bay pulp mill due to prevailing market conditions. Company spokesperson Mike … Continue reading →

By Rosalind Russell – Get ready to pass the Dutchie from that box of donuts.   Tim Hortons has announced the four ‘retro’ donuts it is bringing back for its 60th anniversary this year.   The Dutchie, Blueberry Fritter, Cinnamon … Continue reading →