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News   -   May 28, 2026 Long-time Expositor columnist publishes first volume Now and Then columns
Long-time Expositor columnist publishes first volume Now and Then columns

Petra Wall has published the first volume of her "Now and Then" columns, chronicling the histories of over 100 Manitoulin Island families. The book is available for $40 at The Expositor Book Shop.

News   -   May 28, 2026 Island artists’ exhibit honours “mentor” Ivan Wheale and the school of Whealism
Island artists’ exhibit honours “mentor” Ivan Wheale and the school of Whealism

Thirty-eight artists are honoring the late Ivan Wheale with an exhibit at Gore Bay’s Studio 6. The tribute, featuring small works and heartfelt notes, remains on display until July 17.

Manitoulin Trade Show ramping up for weekend
News   -   May 29, 2026 Manitoulin Trade Show ramping up for weekend

NEMI is hosting the renamed Manitoulin Trade Show at the Recreation Centre from May 29–31. The event features 44 vendors, culinary delights, and expert speakers to showcase local island businesses.

by Michael Erskine
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News   -   May 29, 2026 Manitoulin Trade Show ramping up for weekend
Manitoulin Trade Show ramping up for weekend

NEMI is hosting the renamed Manitoulin Trade Show at the Recreation Centre from May 29–31. The event features 44 vendors, culinary delights, and expert speakers to showcase local island businesses.

by Michael Erskine
News   -   May 28, 2026 Long-time Expositor columnist publishes first volume Now and Then columns
Long-time Expositor columnist publishes first volume Now and Then columns

Petra Wall has published the first volume of her "Now and Then" columns, chronicling the histories of over 100 Manitoulin Island families. The book is available for $40 at The Expositor Book Shop.

by Michael Erskine
News   -   May 28, 2026 Island artists’ exhibit honours “mentor” Ivan Wheale and the school of Whealism
Island artists’ exhibit honours “mentor” Ivan Wheale and the school of Whealism

Thirty-eight artists are honoring the late Ivan Wheale with an exhibit at Gore Bay’s Studio 6. The tribute, featuring small works and heartfelt notes, remains on display until July 17.

by Michael Erskine
News   -   May 28, 2026 Treaty Week honours historic artifacts
Treaty Week honours historic artifacts

Manitowaning hosted the annual Treaty and Knowledge Gathering (May 19–21). The event featured historical artifacts, expert speakers, and discussions on Anishinaabe governance and treaty relationships.

by Michael Erskine
Little Current   -   May 27, 2026 Legion hosts fundraising dinner for kidney transplant patient Dianne Lecuyer
Legion hosts fundraising dinner for kidney transplant patient Dianne Lecuyer

Little Current’s Legion hosted a fundraiser for Dianne Lecuyer, a transplant survivor needing an urgent kidney.

by Michael Erskine
News   -   May 27, 2026 MNR defends its Sandfield dam operations following April floods
MNR defends its Sandfield dam  operations following April floods

The MNR explained that recent Lake Manitou flooding was caused by a combination of drought, an aging, leaking dam, and heavy winter ice that prevented controlled water release.

by Alicia McCutcheon
News   -   May 27, 2026 Hawberry the horse triumphs at Woodbine Track for maiden win
Hawberry the horse triumphs at Woodbine Track for maiden win

Little Current native Mark Varey’s three-year-old filly, Hawberry, won her maiden race at Woodbine on May 23. Despite 18-1 odds, she surged to victory, marking a successful win for her first-time owner.

by Alicia McCutcheon
News   -   May 26, 2026 Travellers’ warning: No automotive fuel sales on Bruce Peninsula until Ferndale/Lions Head
Travellers’ warning: No automotive fuel sales on Bruce    Peninsula until Ferndale/Lions Head

Tobermory's only gas station is closed for summer. Southbound ferry travelers must fuel up at South Baymouth; northbound drivers should refuel in Ferndale.

by Michael Erskine
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