Oct 8 (Reuters) - Richmont Mines Inc RIC.TO :
* Reports strong third quarter production results; reaffirms increased annual
production guidance
* Q3 revenue C$34.1 million
* Says to achieve the higher-end of the increased annual production guidance of
between 87,000 and 95,000 ounces
* Q3 production was underpinned by another strong quarter from the island gold
mine, which reported production of 15,076 ounces of gold
* Says during Q3 corporation produced 23,478 ounces of gold (22,962 ounces
sold) and reported total revenues of $34.1 million
* Planned 3 week shutdown of underground mine, 2 week mill shutdown in October
will accommodate power upgrade; to impact production in Q4
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