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The annual Manitoulin Kite Festival will take place June 14, hosted by the local Lions Club and fire department. The family event features free kites, food, face painting, and truck tours.

Peter Carter raised over $10,000 for the Manitoulin Health Centre during the Perth 700 cycling event. He is now seeking five local riders to join next year's team to further support the MHC.

NEMI has declared a total fire ban due to dry, windy conditions and wildfire risks. Other Manitoulin departments have banned large fire permits, though campfires are still allowed there.

Billings Council warns that the Bridal Veil Falls trails are severely damaged and unsafe after April flooding. Repairs will be lengthy and costly, and the public is urged to obey closure signs.

Kagawong's postmaster is retiring June 19. Unable to find a replacement with a suitable venue, council is exploring community mailboxes. Residents must pick up mail in Gore Bay in the interim.

A non-suspicious fire destroyed a Mindemoya home, killing a cat and a truck. The displaced family lost everything, prompting a local espresso bar to start a donation drive to aid rebuilding.

Deanna Hardy was sworn in as Gore Bay's new councillor, replacing Terry Olmstead. She aims to advocate for taxpayers and learn municipal leadership ahead of running in a future election.

J.L. Richards presented two mixed-use design options for Gore Bay's vacant 66 Meredith Street property. Both involve two separate buildings spanning Meredith and Water streets, offering up to 24 residential units.