Manitoulin OPP is looking for information relating to a break and enter where numerous items, including firearms, were stolen from a residence on Old Webbwood Road in Espanola. Constable Berkley Parisian says the break in took place around 1:30 pm this past Saturday with several items stolen, including firearms. Police are...

The Town of Blind River is marking Parks & Recreation Month this year by opening a new basketball court. The municipality teamed up with Cameco to fulfill a request by local high school students following a presentation to council earlier this year. As a result, The Bud MacIver ODR was painted,...

Hydro One Algoma has scheduled a power outage for a couple of weeks from now. A schedule power outage is set for Elliot Lake, and the outlying areas of Gunterman, Bouck, Buckles and Benge for Sunday, June 22nd. According to the release, the planned outage will be from 9 am until...

A core group of some 15 volunteers gathered last week for the inaugural meeting of the 75th Espanola High School Reunion. Co-chair Richard Foucault says the reunion will be held July 31st, August 1st and 2nd of 2026. He and co-chair Bernie Houle reviewed ideas with the group, which includes activities...

United Way Centraide of North East Ontario has announced the appointment of Cory Roslyn as its new Executive Director, effective June 17th. Board president Doug Conroy says Roslyn brings more than 15 years of experience with the Elizabeth Fry Society of Northeastern Ontario, having served as the Executive Director for...

A group of concerned citizens are banding together to form a new ratepayer’s association in the Township of Sables-Spanish Rivers. According to the release, the initial meeting, slated for June 10th, will focus on the role a ratepayer’s association can play in the municipality. Officials say it will also provide opportunities...