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Combining art with a concern for helping others is definitely the focus of an in-class activity for the grade 5/6 class at George O'Neill Public School. Their art activity will be used to raise funds to help families in the Ukraine.

Manitouwadge public school wants to make sure that parents, guardians, care-givers and their child remains safe when arriving and leaving the school. The school recently updated procedures for drop-off and pick-up.

Ontarians have had most COVID-19 restrictions lifted. But even with more normalcy becoming part of their daily lives, the risk of contacting the virus still exists. As a result, many still are unsure of what to do regarding the best way to isolate and for how long, in the event that they do come into contact with COVID-19. The Porcupine Health Unit, is willing to help.

Francis said he feels sorrow and shame for the abuse inflicted on those who attended residential schools.

A Longlac in-town bus has been cancelled April 4.

Today's image is from Pauline Hainey! Thank you, Pauline!

SGDSB elementary students will begin a preparing, planning and designing projects as part of their competing in the Skills Ontario Competition for April.

Spring often brings the thought of engaging in physical activities to mind. More individuals of all ages are thinking about getting out of the house and participating in their favorite sports. Schreiber's Municipal Complex is making accessing several sports activities a little easier for its residents, with their drop-in sports leagues.

All residential recycling and garbage pickup will occur on Mondays.

Nipigon Public Library is offering a special event sure to please both child and parent. It is their "Plant a Seed and Read Event" and is being held this coming week-end.