Posts Tagged ‘Manitouwadge community newspaper’

MANITOUWADGE, ON – The 2014 Share the Care 5km Walk & BBQ fundraiser organized by the Manitouwadge Cancer Assistance Group (MCAG) was held Saturday, May 10th with the help of the Manitouwadge Volunteer Firefighters and many, more than 120, residents. An incredible total of $7,255.15 was [Read more]

MANITOUWADGE, ON – For quite a few years the Manitouwadge Public School has been a drop off point for residents to donate their gently used clothes and housewares destined for the Diabetes Clothesline.  Recently this has become a fundraiser for the students at MPS as well.  Twice a year the [Read more]

MANITOUWADGE, ON – Recently Manitouwadge Public School’s Student Council spearheaded a very humanitarian venture.  The council organized a ‘Dime Wars’ challenge. The challenge involved MPS Student Council members placing a jar in each classroom for students and staff to fill with [Read more]

  MANITOUWADGE, ON –  World Earth Day, April 22, and of course the students and staff at MPS celebrated with their typical exuberance! Intermediate students became leaders for the afternoon and taking the primary students under their wing to do ‘earthy’ things.  All of [Read more]

THIS WEEK’S MOVIES Hercules is one of many characters from ancient Greek mythology who continues to fascinate people of today’s generation. The son of Zeus, known for his massive power and far ranging adventures, Hercules has been the subject of numerous movies such as this week’s [Read more]

WEEKLY REVIEW May is shaping up to be an exciting month for new releases. Between the NHL playoffs and the warmer weather, be sure to allow yourself enough time to stay on top of all of the key titles some of which include; That Awkward Moment, Pompeii, 3 Days to Kill and Monuments Men. We [Read more]

MANITOUWADGE, ON – Last week the Township of Manitouwadge Community Services and Manitouwadge Early Years Best Start Hub collaborated to host their annual Easter Extravaganza in the Recreation Centre.  Admission was free for this fun, all ages, event which included a half dozen crafting [Read more]

  MANITOUWADGE, ON – April 10 & 11, 2014 the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) held an open house in the Manitouwadge Recreation Centre. The event was very well attended with approximately 120 residents visiting, among them were students from the secondary and elementary [Read more]

WEEKLY INSIDER One of the biggest surprises at the box office this year is undoubtedly the Ice Cube comedy Ride Along. Co-starring Kevin Hart, Ride Along opened on January 17th to 48.6 million dollars- shattering all box office predictions. Strong word of mouth and staying power lead to an eye [Read more]

MANITOUWADGE, ON – In our classrooms there are no limits to the learning possibilities for our students.  These three young culinary artists are learning another important life-skill, preparing their own food.  Under the guidance of our competent staff members these chocolate chip cookies [Read more]

Thanks to Lloyd White who contacted OntarioNewsNorth.com to notify us regarding Ms. Ross claiming her check!   MANITOUWADGE, ON – Customers at Rousselle’s Valu-Mart were eager for details of how Holle Ross, found herself, this afternoon, being presented with a check for $5,000. [Read more]

TYLER’s WEEKLY REVIEW Very few franchises have sustained the longevity and popularity as Lord of the Rings. With the books, video games and movies all remaining just as relevant today as they were when they first debuted, it’s no wonder that producers in Hollywood saw and capitalized on an [Read more]

Lionel ‘Benny’ BÉGIN passed away peacefully on Tuesday April 1, 2014 at the Manitouwadge General Hospital at the age of 85 years. Benny was born in Hearst, Ontario on December 5, 1928.  As a young man Benny worked various jobs before coming to Manitouwadge in 1957 where he worked at [Read more]

TYLER’S INSIDE REVIEW April has arrived, and of course a new month means a new batch of exciting new releases to look forward to.  This month features a slew of big titles from a variety of genres including a couple of huge blockbusters. Lord of the Rings fans can rejoice as the second [Read more]

NORTHSHORE/GREENSTONE, ON – Spring weather continues to make travelling difficult in the area as Highway 17 was closed earlier today due to thawing snow and ice. Highway 17 was closed to traffic at Terrace Bay to westbound traffic, and eastbound at Rainbow Falls because of water over the [Read more]