Yearly Archives: 2018

Rainfall Warning – 50-75mm possible

Rainfall warning in effect for: Wawa – Pukaskwa Park White River – Dubreuilville Rain, at times heavy, is expected. A strong and moisture laden low pressure system from the Southern Plains States will bring a soaking rainfall to the region today and Wednesday as it tracks towards Lake Superior. Rain, heavy at times will result in widespread rainfall totals of ...

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Tuesday Morning News – October 9

Weather – More Rain. Cloudy. Periods of rain beginning early this morning. Fog patches dissipating this morning. Amount 5 to 10 mm. High 8. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Rain at times heavy. Amount 20 to 30 mm. Wind northeast 20 km/h gusting to 40. Low plus 3.  Marine Weather – Gale warning in effect. Wind northeast 15 ...

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Doug Ford – Happy Thanksgiving

Today the Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario, issued the following statement on Thanksgiving: “Thanksgiving is an opportunity to spend time with family and friends. It’s a time to be thankful for the good things in our lives. This year, I am thankful for the work of Ontario’s first responders, who are there to protect us when we’re in harm’s ...

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Prime Minister welcomes start of full construction on the new Gordie Howe International Bridge

The Government of Canada continues to support large, transformative infrastructure projects across the country. The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the start of full construction on the new Gordie Howe International Bridge, which will create thousands of new jobs during construction, and many permanent jobs once the bridge is operational.   The Windsor-Detroit trade corridor is the busiest commercial ...

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German Heritage Month and the Nine-Day Oktoberfest

In 2016, the House of Commons officially designated October as German Heritage Month, and the nine-day period starting the Friday before Thanksgiving as Oktoberfest. Canada is proud to be home to more than three million Canadians of German descent, one of the largest cultural communities in the country. From the arts to science, from sports to business, Canadians of German ...

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Monday Morning News – October 8

Weather – Cloudy. Periods of rain beginning this morning. Amount 5 to 10 mm. Wind becoming east 20 km/h gusting to 40 this morning. High 7. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – rain. Amount 10 to 20 mm. Low plus 3. Marine Weather – Strong wind warning in effect. Wind east 15 knots increasing to east 20 this morning ...

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Fire Prevention Week – October 7-13, 2018

Look. Listen. Learn. Be aware. Fire can happen anywhere. The Wawa Fire Department is urging everyone in Wawa to LOOK, LISTEN and LEARN about fire safety during this year’s Fire Prevention Week. This year’s theme of Fire Prevention Week, which runs from October 7-13, 2018, is “LOOK. LISTEN. LEARN. Be aware. Fire can happen anywhere.” The theme focuses on three fundamental actions people can ...

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End Polio Now! Progress

Overall, since the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) was launched, the number of cases has fallen over 99%, an amazing improvement over 30 years. In 1994, the WHO Region of the Americas was certified polio-free, followed by the WHO Western Pacific Region in 2000 and the WHO European Region in June 2007.  On 27 March 2014, the WHO South-East Asia Region ...

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BARSTEAD, Jackie

Surrounded by love, in her home on Thursday October 4, 2018 in her 71st year. Precious mother to Shona (Tim), Lisa (Lloyd), ‘Freddy Bear’ and the late David. Auntie Momma to Jamie (Sherri), Dawn (Bob) and Mikayla. Proud grandma to Jessica (D.J.), Taylor (Stephen), Ashley, Jake, Danny and Dakota, Stephanie (Tyler), Stacey and the late Shawn. Great grandma to Mason, ...

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Letter – NortheastLynx Update

  Dear Mayor George Lefebvre,   My colleague, Eric Boutilier of All Aboard Northern Ontario, has asked me to provide you and your colleagues with an update on our upcoming NortheastLynx proposal for the revival of the former Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) rail passenger service linking Temiskaming, Cochrane, North Bay and Toronto.   We have made tremendous progress over ...

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Saturday Morning News – October 6

Weather – Periods of rain ending this afternoon then cloudy with 30 percent chance of showers. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 9. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Mainly cloudy. 30 percent chance of showers this evening. Low zero. Marine Weather – Wind southeast 15 to 20 knots becoming northwest 15 this morning then veering to north 15 early ...

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Dumpster Diving for Recyclables

  This was posted on social media this morning… Municipal staff found objects in the garbage bins at the MMCC that could be recycled. A transmission, brakes, T.V.’s….. If not found this could of caused serious damage which costs everyone. Please help our community remain safe and clean. If you need information on disposal call the Municipal offices and we ...

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Letter to Wawa Candidates for Council and Voters

October 5, 2018 Letter to Wawa Candidates for Council and Voters, First, I would like to thank Mayor Rody for running for Mayor again.  I believe Mayor Rody has provided sound and positive leadership over the past four years.  I would also like to thank all the candidates for running for Council. It was great to see everybody at the ...

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Tom Savage Is Coming To Wawa

Canadian musician Tom Savage is stopping in Wawa on his Western Canadian Tour this weekend. This very talented musician has played to audiences across Canada many times over the last few years and has stopped in Wawa each time he passes to the delight of many fans. His style is uniquely his own, ranging from country to pop to folk ...

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