Kris Svela

Kris Svela has worked in community newspapers for the past 36 years covering politics, human
interest, courts, municipal councils, and the wide range of other topics of community interest.
He recently moved back to Elliot Lake, where he was raised, and is covering stories from his
hometown, Blind River and points in between. If you have a story you believe is important
contact Kris through Elliot Lake Today

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Recent Work by Kris

Support builds for Elliot Lake's Hockeyville bid

The 32-hour voting window opens at 9 a.m. on Friday March 29

Mar 26, 2024 4:13 PM Read more >

Dance Showcase packs the house

The goal of the event was to raise money to cover the entry costs for DanceWorks students going to three upcoming competitions

Mar 24, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

Blind River residents urged to vote for Elliot Lake Hockeyville bid

Mayor Sally Hagman always offers well wishes to Beavers as they head into NOJHL playoffs

Mar 19, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >

$100,000 in remuneration paid to Blind River council, appointees

Total reported under Municipal Act includes honorariums, car allowances, employer portion of benefits, travel expenses, conference registrations

Mar 18, 2024 10:11 PM Read more >

Elliot Lake gears up for Kraft Hockeyville voting later this month

Voting is unlimited and takes place between 9 a.m. on Friday, March 29 and 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 30

Mar 16, 2024 1:32 PM Read more >

ELNOS to host hookups for area businesses and funders

Businesses looking to connect with potential funders will get their chance next month

Mar 15, 2024 11:30 AM Read more >

DanceWorks annual showcase returns later this month

The event is a major fundraiser for Elliot Lake’s DanceWorks Studio

Mar 12, 2024 9:15 PM Read more >

Elliot Lake's Centennial Arena a Kraft Hockeyville finalist

Voting for the Kraft Hockeyville grand prize starts at 9 a.m. on Friday, March 29, and closes at 5 p.m. on March 30

Mar 10, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

Volleyball tourney gets top marks

Some of the province’s top high school volleyball athletes converged on Elliot Lake and Blind River as the two communities hosted the OFSAA 2024 Girls’ A volleyball tournament this week.

Mar 8, 2024 1:23 PM Read more >

Artists sought for Arts on the Trail

Arts Club looking for 50 artists to display their wares for sale at 6 locations Sept. 28

Mar 6, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >