Yearly Archives: 2019

Registration Opening Soon for Eight New Online Certificate Programs

Sault College is continuously looking for opportunities to further diversify its online program and course offerings. With eight new online certificate programs added to the roster, Sault College is now offering over 30 online certificate options for learners! Registration for online learning for the September intake begins August 12 and can be done by calling 705.759.6700 option #3! Take advantage ...

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Northeast Forest Fire Update – August 7

There were two new wildland fires discovered by late afternoon August 7. Sudbury 30 is being held at 0.2 of a hectare and is located northeast of Tyson Lake, north of Highway 637. Sudbury 31 is not under control at 0.5 of a hectare. This fire is located northeast of Whiskey Lake At the time of this update, there are ...

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Ontario to Create Urban Search and Rescue, Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive, and Hazardous Materials Teams

Ontario’s is investing $2.5 million for municipal Urban Search and Rescue, Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive, and Hazardous Materials teams in six municipalities across the province. “When disaster strikes, Ontario families need to have confidence that help is on the way. That’s why we’re providing communities across the province with funding to respond quickly and effectively to large-scale and ...

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Thursday Morning News – August 8

Weather – Fog dissipating this morning then a mix of sun and cloud. 30 percent chance of showers this afternoon. Wind becoming west 20 km/h near noon. High 19. UV index 7 or high. Tonight – Partly cloudy. 30 percent chance of showers early this evening. Low 10. Fog advisory in effect for Wawa – Pukaskwa Park, Agawa – Lake ...

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SPENCER, Keith Wilbur

Born July 25, 1938, Keith passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Monday, August 5, 2019.  He was a beloved and dedicated husband to Doris for 62 years.  Recently he shared a story that he knew she was “the one” from the first day he met her.  Keith was a loving and caring father of Kurt Spencer (Lucie) of ...

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Brampton Male perishes in Collision south of Wawa

On Monday, August 6, 2019 at 12:44 a.m. members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) with the assistance of the Algoma Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and the Wawa Fire Department responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision on Highway 17 approximately 30 kilometres south of Wawa, Ontario.   The investigation has revealed that ...

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Happenings at Wawa First United – August 7

The congregation welcomes everyone to Worship at First United Church.  Services are held on Sunday at 11:00 a.m.  If anyone has a question or concern please leave a message on the answering machine at the Church 705-856-2926. Aug. 04,11,18, 25 – St. Paul’s & First United at First United – 11 a.m. Tues.  Aug.  06  Sorting for the next Thrift ...

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Between the Covers – August 7

T.D. SUMMER READING CLUB-The Wawa Public Library T.D. Summer Reading Club started July 2nd! We offer Reading Club in English and French, Clay Club, Science Club and Game Club. Different programs for all ages! For more information and to register, visit the circulation desk. NEW BOOKS–Our New Books on the 7-Day Shelf this week are: “The New Girl” by Daniel ...

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Proposed Ambulance cuts will put residents at greater risk

Algoma District Services Administration Board is planning to reduce ambulance services in Hornepayne and Dubreuilville. These cuts will also affect neighbouring communities as well. The proposed plan is to reduce service from 24 hours a day to 16 hours a day in Hornepayne and Dubreuilville. Paramedics will be on duty for eight hours and on call for the other eight ...

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Northeast Forest Fire Update – August 6

There were no new wildland fires discovered by late afternoon August 6. At the time of this update, there are five active wildland fires in the region. Timmins 9 is under control at 0.2 of a hectare and is located west of Watabeag Lake, approximately 25 kilometres west of highway 11. Pembroke 3 is under control at 0.7 of a ...

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Wednesday Morning News – August 7

Weather – Mainly cloudy. 60 percent chance of showers this afternoon. Risk of a thunderstorm late this afternoon. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 21. UV index 6 or high. Tonight – Mainly cloudy. 60 percent chance of showers this evening with risk of a thunderstorm. Fog patches developing near midnight. Low 13. Fog advisory in effect for: Wawa – ...

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Northeast Forest Fire Update – August 6

There were two new wildland fires discovered by late afternoon August 5. Timmins 9 measures 0.2 of a hectare and is located west of Watabeag Lake, approximately 25 kilometres west of Highway 11. Pembroke 3 is located approximately 40 kilometres northwest of Barry’s Bay, southeast of Algonquin Park. At the time of this update, there are five other active wildland ...

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Perseid’s are underway

The annual Perseid meteor shower is currently underway and will peak on the night of August 12 into the morning of the 13th. The Perseids is the result of earth ploughing through the debris field of Comet Swift-Tuttle when this 26-kilometre wide mountain of rock and ice last rounded the sun in 1992. At its peak, the shower can produce up ...

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Tuesday Morning News – August 6

Weather – Fog dissipating this morning then a mix of sun and cloud. High 22. UV index 7 or high. Tonight – a few clouds. Low 11. Fog advisory for the regions of Nipigon Superior North and East Sault Ste. Marie, Wawa and White River – Near zero visibility is expected or occurring. Travel is expected to be hazardous. Drive ...

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Hollow Guarantees

Most anyone who knows me or reads this column can be certain that I truly appreciate the honour the people of Algoma-Manitoulin have shown in me by re-electing me as the MPP for this riding. As well I freely admit that this is without question the best job I’ve had in my lifetime. There are two main reasons for the ...

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