Yearly Archives: 2020

Morning News – September 2

Weather – Mainly cloudy. 60 percent chance of showers this morning. Wind west 20 km/h gusting to 40. High 18. UV index 4 or moderate. Tonight – Partly cloudy. Wind west 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light this evening. Low 10.   Statistics from Algoma Public Health Tested (1) 25,530 Positive 28 Negative 25,302 Deceased 0 Resolved (2) 27   ...

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The MMCC is Reopening!

October 1, 2020 The MMCC is Reopening! We are almost ready to return to our new ‘normal’ here at the MMCC! Regular youth programing is scheduled to start on October 13, with Defined Movement Dance, Wawa Wado Kai, Wawa Minor Hockey, Wawa Figure Skating Club, and the Wawa Mustangs prepared to welcome your children back! If you would like contact ...

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SE OPP Chapleau – Vehicle Stolen in Thessalon found west of Chapleau

On August 31, 2020, at approximately 3:20 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received information regarding a vehicle that had been reported stolen from Thessalon earlier in the day. The vehicle was located on Highway 101 approximately 20 kilometres west of Chapleau. The lone occupant of the vehicle surrendered to police without incident. As ...

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Winner Announced for SAHF Online 50/50 Draw

On August 31st at 11 am, Betty-Jo (Joey) Harris, of Sault Ste. Marie, ON, won $180,750 in the Sault Area Hospital Foundation’s (SAHF) August electronic and online 50/50 draw. Her lucky number (J-5492780) was drawn electronically, and she was contacted immediately. Joey has been purchasing her tickets since the spring. Her cheque will be the largest single payment made in ...

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It’s not too late: Mantha says capping class sizes is crucial for a healthy, successful school year

Michael Mantha, NDP MPP for Algoma-Manitoulin says the ticking of the back-to-school clock is getting louder as the reopening of Ontario schools gets closer.  “Judging by the number of calls, letters and emails that my office is receiving, this is clearly a major stressor for families, teachers, support staff and school bus drivers”, said Mantha.  “More and more people every ...

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L’Ontario élargit son Programme de soins dentaires pour les aînés

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Le gouvernement de l’Ontario investit 25 millions de dollars pour élargir l’accès à son Programme de soins dentaires pour les aînés (POSDA). Ces fonds viendront appuyer 78 projets d’infrastructure à l’échelle de la province, notamment la construction de nouvelles cliniques dentaires et la rénovation des installations existantes. La province créera également huit nouvelles cliniques dentaires mobiles qui iront à la ...

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Ontario Expanding Seniors Dental Care Program

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The Ontario government is providing $25 million to expand access to the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program. The funding will be used to support 78 infrastructure projects across the province, including building new dental clinics and renovating existing facilities. The province is also adding eight new mobile dental clinics that will bring services directly to clients, making it easier for ...

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Continued Vandalism at Lion’s Beach Forces Dock Removal

  On August 6th, the Municipality had to close the bathrooms at Lion’s Beach due to vandalism. At that time, Alex Patterson, Directer of Community Services and Tourism explained that several items within the facility had been broken, causing unsanitary / unsafe conditions forcing the closure. Today, due to constant vandalism over the past month, the Lions Beach dock was ...

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TruNorth Chaga

Website Retail Location: Industrial Court 80 White Oak Dr East, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6B 4J8 Who are we? We are a Sault Ste. Marie based organic CHAGA mushroom company that specializes in harvesting and distributing Chaga mushrooms. We sustainably harvest our mushrooms from the beautiful Great Lakes-St. Lawrence forests of Northern Ontario. Chaga has been gaining a reputation as ...

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Manitoulin OPP – Investigation continues into Weapons Incident

On August 27, 2020 at 2:35 p.m., officers from the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a call for service at a residence on Wright Street in Gore Bay. As a result of the investigation, Darcy HOPKIN, 43-years-old, of Gore Bay was arrested and charged with the following: Attempt to Commit Murder with a Firearm contrary ...

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Manitoulin OPP – Investigate Drowning at Carter Bay Beach

On August 29, 2020 at 2:55 p.m., officers from the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), the Sudbury-Manitoulin Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and the Central Manitoulin Fire Department responded to a report of a possible drowning at Carter Bay Beach, Carnarvon Township. Investigation revealed the person was swimming with two children. Undertow began to pull them further from shore. The ...

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SAH Foundation adds More Prizes to Popular 50/50 Online Draw for September!

SAH’s popular 50/50 draw has a new feature. This month, September features $1,000 Thursdays! Early purchasers will be eligible to win that week’s $1,000 gift package ($500 cash and two $250 gift cards to local businesses), and the following. So if you purchase tickets today, September 1st you will be eligible for all four early birds, as well as the monthly grand prize! ...

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Morning News – September 1

Weather – Mainly sunny. Fog patches dissipating this morning. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h near noon. High 19. UV index 7 or high. Tonight – Increasing cloudiness. 70 percent chance of showers before morning. Wind south 20 km/h. Low 13.   Statistics from Algoma Public Health Tested (1) 25,387 Positive 28 Negative 24,872 Deceased 0 Resolved (2) 27   Updated: August ...

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