Manitoulin singer-songwriter Kevin Closs released his 12th album, "Kicking Thorns." The record draws from his experiences and encounters with wildlife while working as a polar expedition guide.

The Manitoulin Expositor is looking for local residents attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada, the US, or Mexico. Contact Tom Sasvari to share your tournament stories and photos.

The Manitoulin Volunteer Firefighter Challenge in Gore Bay featured five teams tackling demanding rescue drills. The hometown "Gore Bay Boyz" swept the bunker gear showdown and won the maze drill.

Following April flooding, Haven House women's shelter safely relocated its clients while maintaining services. Concurrently, MFR won a Feed Ontario Award of Achievement for its food bank operations.

Central Manitoulin council unanimously backed a Bruce Mines motion condemning Bill 97, which retroactively shields Premier Ford’s private phone records from FOI requests, calling it a regression for democracy.

The MHC Little Current Auxiliary hosted its successful second annual High Tea for a sold-out crowd of 90 guests. The event featured local delicacies, a variety of teas, and fancy attire.

MARRC will officially join Kenjgewin Teg, combining 25 years of community-led ethics review with the institute's expanding role in Indigenous research sovereignty across Mnidoo Mnising.

The Island Singers will perform favorite Canadian songs and two works by composer Stephanie Martin on June 6. Guest conductor Lynn Janes and local students will join the performance.