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Conflicting views about election

Published about 1 month ago • 2 min read

Voters not impressed with winter election, $3 billion spent on cheques

The Echo Community Podcast Network asked visitors to the North Bay Home and Garden Expo this past weekend about the Ontario Election. Those who shared their viewpoints said it wasn't necessary and $200 cheques sent to residents 18 years old and older (total cost $3 billion) could have been spent on health care, housing or education programs.

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Election debate reviewed

Performance by local candidates in Cogeco election debate critiqued by Echo Essentials panel.

North Bay vs Sudbury

CBC Morning North and Bill Steer debate which city is the best in latest Backroads Bill Podcast

Expo inspires community

2NBWL's Lisa Boivin talks to 2025 Home and Garden Expo attendees about city attributes, checks out dog agility course.

Sportscast Spotlight

The Ride for Jack this past Saturday celebrates autistic youth's love for sports, benefits One Kids Place
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Today's Zen Suggestion

Jack your ice shack up out of the slush on Lake Nipissing before this weekend's return to -20C ... and consider getting off the lake before the next mild spell.
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