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East Algoma OPP – Driver charged with impaired by drug

An Elliot Lake resident was arrested and charged after a vehicle stop on in Elliot Lake.   On March 31, 2024, at approximately 12:15 a.m., the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on general patrol on Chalmers Crescent. Police stopped a grey pickup truck in order to check the sobriety of the driver. Open cans of alcohol were observed inside the ...

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Wawa Men’s Curling Bonspiel – April 5-7, 2024

Currently looking for another Men’s Curling Team. Had a recent request from a long-time participant. SO – need a team to match up with this team. If you have a team interested in joining this Bonspiel or know anyone please contact:   Andy Stevens Ph: 705-856-2884 Text: 705-975-3441 Email: [email protected]  or Jim Hoffmann Cell: 705-852-1274   Thank you. Wawa Men’s ...

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Between the Covers – April 1

Thank you to everyone who came out to our Seed Swap event! Our seed library is open to everyone! If you are new to the world of gardening and want to grow some tried and true seeds or if you are a Master Gardener and are looking for something different to try, the library is the place for you. We ...

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WFD called to building fire Easter Sunday Evening

Wawa Firefighters were called to a building fire on Mackey Street, Easter Sunday at 11:00 p.m. The building is vacant without power or water. An utility truck did come and physically cut the wires from the pole to ensure that there was no power. The firefighters were on scene for about two hours, but were called back to the scene ...

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Monday Morning News – April 1

Weather: Today – Mainly sunny. Wind northeast 20 km/h becoming light late this morning. High +3. Wind chill -10 this morning. UV index 3 or moderate. Tonight – Clear. Wind up to 15 km/h. Low -6. Wind chill -10 overnight. News Tidbits: Congratulations to Mark Etheridge, he won the $5,000 draw! Congratulations to Elliot Lake who have won $250,000 ‘Kraft ...

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Premier Ford Shares Easter Greetings

Today, Premier Doug Ford issued the following statement to mark Easter Sunday: “Today, I join Christians here in Ontario and across the globe in celebrating Easter Sunday. Easter is a time to reflect on the miraculous resurrection of Jesus Christ and the example He set by showing kindness and compassion to all. On Easter, Christians will observe the holiday through ...

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Mixed Curling Standings

Happy Easter to everyone. Team Rank Wins G.P. TERRIS, Tom 1 14 15 FAHRER, Tom 2 12 15 McCoy, Joe 2 12 14 HALL, Dave 4 11 14 BUCKELL, Chris 5 9 15 LESCHISHIN, Barb 6 6 15 CORLEY, Sarah 7 4 15 STOYCHOFF, Peter 7 4 14 SWITZER, Anya 7 4 14 RAINVILLE, Heather 10 3 15 GLOVER, Justine ...

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Season Summary – Wawa Ladies Curling

RANK WINS G.P. LESCHISHIN, Barb 1 10 14 TAVELLA, Debbie 1 10 14 BONITZKE, Wendy 3 9 14 BURGOYNE, Teri-Lyne 4 7 13 LOWE, Cheri 4 7 14 MATHIAS, Danette 4 7 13 SPENCER, Diane 4 7 14 TREMBLAY, Cheryl 4 7 14 BLANCHET, Emma 9 6 13 KLOCKARS, Anna-Lisa 9 6 13 BUSSINEAU, Denise 11 5 13 PARSONS, Rochelle ...

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Saturday Morning News – March 30

Weather: Today – Periods of snow ending this morning then mainly cloudy with 60% chance of snow. Wind up to 15 km/h. High +1. Wind chill -7 this morning. UV index 2 or low. Tonight – Partly cloudy with 40% chance of flurries. Wind up to 15 km/h. Low -7. Wind chill -9 overnight. News Tidbits: The Simon family is ...

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Lady Dunn Health Centre Foundation – Spring High Tea

Believe it or not, spring is on its way despite the erratic weather and to celebrate the Lady Dunn Health Centre Foundation is holding a Spring High Tea. It will be held on Sunday, April 14 from 1-3 p.m. at 59 Broadway Avenue. Dust off your frocks and suits and prepare to be tempted and delighted by a vast array ...

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Nipigon OPP – Contraband Tobacco Seized

On the afternoon of March 28, 2024, an officer working from the Nipigon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop for speed on Hwy 11&17 in the Township of Nipigon. During the traffic stop the officer observed cannabis in the vehicle readily available to the driver. A search of the motor vehicle under the Cannabis Control ...

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NOWW’s Mother’s Day Book Fair and Literary Market

Northwestern Ontario Writer’s Workshop (NOWW) is pleased to announce its first annual Book Fair and Literary Market, just one more exciting feature of LitFest 2024 taking place at the Baggage Building Arts Centre, Prince Arthur’s Landing on Saturday May 11, 2024. “There’s definitely a literary theme to this market,” says NOWW President, Heather Dickson. “We’re taking both levels of the ...

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East Algoma OPP – Drugs Seized

On March 27, 2024, at approximately 11:00 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) executed a Controlled Dugs and Substances Act (CDSA) warrant at a residence on Doyle Street in Spanish. As a result of the warrant being executed, over 7 grams of pre-packaged suspected cocaine, a digital scale, packaging materials, and cell phone was seized. The OPP’s Community Street Crime ...

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SSM OPP – Driver charged with Impaired

A Sault Ste. Marie driver was arrested and charged after motorists reported erratic driving on Highway 17.   On March 27, 2024, at approximately 7:45 p.m., the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received an impaired driving complaint regarding a black pick-up truck operating erratically on Highway 17- very inconsistent speeds, passing dangerously and following too close. Police stopped the ...

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East Algoma OPP – Driver Charged with Impaired while children in car

On March 27, 2024, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a driver after receiving complaints of impairment while driving with kids in the car. At approximately 4:30 p.m. police received multiple calls reporting that a known family member was driving around drunk with children in the car. The complainants had made attempts to have the driver stop, but she ...

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