Rosalind Russell
Rosalind is Vista Radio's CJJM 99.3 FM - CJJM - Espanola's long-time Morning Announcer and Regional News Anchor/Journalist covering the districts of Sudbury, Algoma and Manitoulin. With a career in multi-media spanning the last 45 years, she has expertise in radio, television, newspaper and magazine writing. A long-time volunteer, she is the Inaugural 2025 Senior of the Year Award representing the Town of Espanola and represented women empowerment as the national 2024 Ms. Elite Regional Canada titleholder. A mother of five, and grandmother of two says simply, "I am the Queen of my Universe, and my children/grandchildren are my Crowning Jewels." Volunteering, pageants, reading and writing are her passions. If you have a story to share, email Roz at: [email protected] or call 1705-869-NEWS (6397).
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Rainbow District School Board promoting student mental health
The Rainbow District School Board will host secondary students from Sudbury, Espanola and Manitoulin Island today for HEADSTRONG - an evidence-based anti-stigma initiative aimed at inspiring students to be brave, reach out and speak up about mental health.
Espanola Elks/Moose 49th Annual Christmas Hamper Fund set to go
The Espanola Elks have teamed up once again with The Moose 99.3FM – CJJM Espanola once again for the 49th Annual Christmas Hamper Fund.
New Espanola church focusing on a special mission to Haiti
A new church, Remnant Call Ministries, established itself in Espanola just over a year ago and has a major project underway to provide medical personnel with flight transport access in Haiti.
SIU invokes mandate in Blind River
The province's police watchdog has invoked its mandate following an arrest in Blind River.
Manitoulin-Sudbury District Services Board adopts new Strategic Plan
A new Five-Year Strategic Plan has been given the green light for the Manitoulin-Sudbury District Services Board.
Missing person found deceased in Sable-Spanish Rivers Township
The Manitoulin OPP has located a person deceased following a missing person investigation.
Sheshegwaning First Nation hosting election
Sheshegwaning First Nation is hosting elections for Chief and Council next month.
Espanola Paper Kings Logan Vale makes top three stars
Logan Vale, the goalie of the Espanola Paper Kings was named as one of the three stars by the Northern Ontario Junior A Hockey League.
Espanola Mill purchase finalized
BMI Group, a company specializing in industrial site revitalization and sustainable development, has officially completed its purchase of the former Domtar Espanola Pulp and Paper Mill.
Serpent River First Nation deadline for election is today
Any band member of Serpent River First Nation has until six pm this evening to have their nomination in place for the election of Chief and Council.
The Victorian Order of Nurses Espanola Hospice program has a new coordinator
Chelsea Solomon is the new Grief & Bereavement Program Coordinator for the Espanola, Manitoulin Island and North Shore Corridor under the guidance of the Victorian Order of Nurses branch headquartered in Espanola.
Grand opening of Cornerstone Homes held in Espanola
The grand opening of the new Cornerstone Homes was held in Espanola last Friday (October 17th).
New Director of Facility Services appointed by Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon school board
The Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon has appointed Marc BĂ©dard as Director of Facility Services.
NOJHL weekend wrap up – two wins for Espanola, one for Blind River
Ending an extended drought at McIntyre Arena, the Espanola Paper Kings skated to a 3-1 road win over the Timmins Rock Friday in a Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League contest held there
Town of Espanola hosting open houses focusing on economic diversification
Espanola is hosting open houses to focus on economic diversification locally, and in the LaCloche Region.
EPR Minister visits Espanola firefighters
The Minister of Emergency Preparedness & Response, Jill Dunlop, and Algoma-Manitoulin MPP Bill Rosenberg visited firefighters in Espanola on Wednesday to present several pieces of equipment.
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Rainbow District School Board promoting student mental health
The Rainbow District School Board will host secondary students from Sudbury, Espanola and Manitoulin Island today for HEADSTRONG - an evidence-based anti-stigma initiative aimed at inspiring students to be brave, reach out and speak up about mental health.
Espanola Elks/Moose 49th Annual Christmas Hamper Fund set to go
The Espanola Elks have teamed up once again with The Moose 99.3FM – CJJM Espanola once again for the 49th Annual Christmas Hamper Fund.
New Espanola church focusing on a special mission to Haiti
A new church, Remnant Call Ministries, established itself in Espanola just over a year ago and has a major project underway to provide medical personnel with flight transport access in Haiti.
SIU invokes mandate in Blind River
The province's police watchdog has invoked its mandate following an arrest in Blind River.
Manitoulin-Sudbury District Services Board adopts new Strategic Plan
A new Five-Year Strategic Plan has been given the green light for the Manitoulin-Sudbury District Services Board.
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