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Wiikwemkoong youth showcased their improv and video skills at a Youth Comedy Club finale, partnering with local organizations to build confidence through traditional storytelling.

Wiikwemkoong singer Crystal Shawanda released a cover of the Mavericks' "Come Unto Me" featuring Eddie Perez as a tribute to the late Raul Malo.

Tyler Leeson won top honours and the finale at the Southeast Lions Club Summerfest Smashup Derby in Manitowaning, driving car 11.

Manitoulin Island is a recognized hot zone for blastomycosis, a serious fungal infection caused by inhaling soil spores from damp, wooded areas that poses risks to both humans and pets.

Inspector Mike Salminen, with 27 years of policing experience, has been appointed as the new commander of the Manitoulin OPP Detachment, replacing Inspector John Walsh.

Wiikwemkoong's August 22 election features four candidates for chief—including incumbents and former leaders—and a new four-year term.

Perivale Gallery: Local artist Laurel Price presents ‘Wild and Whimsical,’ a collection of semi-abstract oil paintings inspired by Island landscapes. The exhibit runs through July 17 in Spring Bay.

BioBlitz: Join NCC’s 6th annual event, July 27–Aug 3. Use the iNaturalist app to document local plants and wildlife. No experience needed; open to all ages, anywhere in Canada.