We are a small, independently-owned business that provides bicycle and kicksled rental, sales, and repair services to residents and tourists in Ely’s city center. Ely Bike and Kicksled strives to provide a welcoming atmosphere to people of all skill-levels and backgrounds. We want to revive the family bike-shop feel and to be a place where the community comes together to share in healthy outdoor recreation.

The Ely Echo is the weekly newspaper known as the Voice of the North Country, which was founded in 1972 by Miles Aakhus. Ownership passed to Anne Wognum Swenson in 1977 after she had worked for the paper for three years. At that time the editor was Bob Cary, a Chicago, Illinois writer. The Echo has been fortunate in attracting excellent journalists, photographers, designers and artists during its existence. It prides itself in welcoming all sides of any issue. It has had a diverse group of employees over the years. Currently, ownership is shared by, Publisher/General Manager Nick Wognum (elyecho@aol.com), Editor Tom Coombe (tcoombe@aol.com) and General Manager Cameron Weisert (camelyecho@gmail.com). Together they bring over 100 years of skill, service and training to Ely’s hometown newspaper. Their familiarity with Ely’s rich historical past gives the Echo insight into the changing times along the Canadian border. News tips are always welcome and may be sent to elyecho@aol.com. Obituaries and letters to the editor should also be sent to: elyecho@aol.com The newspaper also publishes the North Country Saver, a Total Market Coverage advertising product, and, in the summer, North Country Angler, a fishing publication. For photo printing, you can email direct to: camelyecho@gmail.com or place your order online at: elycho.photofinale.com Located at 15 East Chapman Street in Ely’s downtown business district, the office is open 8:30-4:30 Monday through Thursday, and 8:30-3 on Fridays. A variety of services are available there: Faxing, Printing, designing, area maps and guides, photo printing, Copying on paper, emailing, subscriptions, advertising and consulting. Its phone number is: 218-365-3141. In addition to print subscriptions, the Echo also offers email subscriptions anywhere in the world as PDFs. The cost is $45 for a year. The Ely Echo website is free to all to browse but it only contains a portion of each week’s news.

Ely Community Resource…helping make Ely a great place to grow up! Our mission is to foster positive youth development through activities designed to increase self-esteem, build a sense of community, and provide positive adult relationships that allow effective interventions.

Famous, custom made T-Shirts and sweatshirts. The largest selection of women’s, men’s and children’s imprinted and embroidered apparel. Free decals. Open 7 days a week.

Own your piece of paradise here in Ely, MN on the edge of the BWCA in beautiful northern Minnesota! Bear Island Realty excels at providing you with a combination of professional real estate services unrivaled in northeastern Minnesota. Our comprehensive team of professionals includes Brokers, Real Estate Agents, Staging Professional, Graphic Designer, Web Master, Land Development Designers, and Licensed Land Surveyors. Whether you are buying or selling property, we will seamlessly navigate you through your real estate transaction.

Since 1973 Henry’s Shoe Repair has been supplying hand-made quality outdoor gear for Loggers, Trappers, Mushers and Miners that stands up to the rigors of outdoor work and lasts for years, not just a season! All products are guarantee to be the most durable, practical, finest quality available. We specialize in: Moosehide Chopper Mittens Work Gloves Copper Riveted Moosehide Belts Custom made Kilt Belts Handmade Leather Wallets and Checkbook Covers Custom Dog Collars   Open Weekends, some Holidays and by Appointment