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The Elliot Lake Bobcats dropped a heart breaker in game one of their GMHL playoff semi-final with Deseronto, losing 3-2 in double overtime. Game two goes tonight in Elliot Lake at Centennial Arena. Puck drops at 7:30pm.

The Manitoulin Islanders face elimination tonight in their playoff series with the Soo Thunderbirds. The Islanders faced a 7 – 1 loss last night in game 3. Game 4 goes tonight at the NEMI Complex. In other NOJHL action the Blind River Beavers hit the ice tonight for game two of their series with the Soo Eagles after a scheduling conflict. The Beavers are back at home Saturday night.

Schools in Algoma District have raised over $30,000 for Haiti relief following the country's devastating January 12th earthquake. Over the past two months schools have organized a variety of events including a floor hockey marathon and school-wide themed days. The Board Superintendent thanks all students and their families who played an important part in raising funds for such an important relief effort. And it's not the final count. More events are still planned in the next few weeks.

The Elliot Lake Bobcats Host the Deseronto Storm in game 1 tonight of their GMHL playoff series. Game goes at 7:30. The Manitoulin Islanders are on the road for game three of their series with the Soo Thunderbirds. The Islanders trail the series 2-0. Meantime, the Blind River Beavers are back on the ice tomorrow night.

An Elliot Lake man is facing charges of assault. East Algoma O.P.P. says another man went to the Elliot Lake residence where he was then allegedly assaulted. The resident of Elliot Lake is charged with assault causing bodily harm. 50-year-old Joseph Newton will appear in court to face charges in May.