Monthly Archives: September 2021

North Algoma COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics in September

There are a number of COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics scheduled for the North Algoma Area. Wawa: Michipicoten Memorial Community Centre: Wednesday, September 8 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, September 15 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, September 20 from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 29 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Dubreuilville: Eddy K. Lefrançois Recreation ...

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Between the Covers – September 8

NEW BOOKS ON THE 7 DAY SHELF this week are; “The Forest of Vanishing Stars” by Kristin Harmel, “Razorblade Tears” by S.A. Cosby, “Island Queen” by Vanessa Riley and “Fallen” by Linda Castillo.   STAFF PICK OF THE WEEK is “Blueprints” by Barbara Delinsky (from book jacket) Caroline and Jamie McAfee are close. Not only do they enjoy their relationship ...

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Morning News – September 8

Sept 8, 2021 at 07:56 Weather – Showers ending this morning then cloudy with 60 percent chance of showers. Wind becoming north 20 km/h early this afternoon. High 16. UV index 2 or low. Tonight – Cloudy with 40 percent chance of showers or drizzle. Low 9.   Status of COVID-19 cases in Algoma There are 5 (1) active cases ...

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APH: 1 new confirmed case of COVID-19 (#434)

Algoma Public Health (APH) has reported 1 new case of COVID-19 (#434), from Sault Ste. Marie and area. The individual was tested Monday, September 6th, exposure category is unknown, and is self-isolating. Through contact tracing, all close contacts have been notified.  

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The Impala Canada Recruitment Roadshow is coming to you!

The Impala Canada Recruitment Roadshow is visiting communities throughout Northern Ontario and Manitoba this Fall, and we’d love to meet you. Come learn about our world-class Lac des lies palladium mine north of Thunder Bay, and find out how you can join our team. Bring your resume or MTCU transcripts to one of our stop-off points below for a live, ...

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Les élèves retournent en classe dans des écoles plus sécuritaires

Aujourd’hui, Stephen Lecce, ministre de l’Éducation, a fait la déclaration qui suit au moment où les élèves retournent en classe : « Je suis fier que tous les élèves de l’Ontario retournent en classe, que ce soit en personne ou en ligne. Selon les conseils d’experts des hôpitaux pédiatriques de l’Ontario et du médecin hygiéniste en chef, nous avons investi ...

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Students Head Back to Class in Safer Schools

Today, Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education, issued the following statement as students head back to class: “I am proud of all Ontario students heading back to class, be it in-person or online. In keeping with the expert advice of Ontario’s pediatric hospitals and the Chief Medical Officer of Health, we have invested heavily in ventilation improvements to support safer schools. ...

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Men’s Night Golf – September 2

(114 Players) 1st FLIGHT: 1st : Joel Dechamplain, Jarett Asselin, Noah Asselin – 32 2nd : Anders Dereski, Dusty Rouseau, Derek Hardy – 32 3rd : Scott Carruthers, Nick Alexopoulos, Steve Jozin – 33 2nd FLIGHT: 1st : Rob Vernier, Bill Carruthers, Karl Benstead – 33 2nd : Chris Buckell, Claude Sampson, Dave Hall – 33 3rd : Gary Mercier, ...

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Back to School “Watch for Buses”

Inspector Tyler Sturgeon, Detachment Commander for the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), wants to ensure everyone has an enjoyable and safe 2021 – 2022 school year. Motorists should be extra attentive and prepared to stop for school buses from Monday to Friday between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Additionally, please watch ...

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Morning News – September 7

Sept 7, 2021 at 07:56 Special weather statement in effect for: Wawa – Pukaskwa Park White River – Dubreuilville Significant rainfall expected today into Wednesday. Weather – Showers with risk of a thunderstorm. Fog patches dissipating this morning. Amount 30 to 40 mm. Wind becoming south 20 km/h gusting to 40 except gusting to 60 near Lake Superior late this ...

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Significant rainfall expected Tuesday

3:54 PM EDT Monday 06 September 2021 Special weather statement in effect for: Wawa – Pukaskwa Park White River – Dubreuilville Significant rainfall expected Tuesday into Wednesday. Significant rainfall is expected for the area from Tuesday morning and will persist into Wednesday. Rainfall amounts of 30 to 50 mm are expected for this event, but some areas could see higher ...

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Make Your Pitch 2 – Submit YOUR Welcoming and Attraction Video Ideas

Does YOUR community, region, or organization have a great idea for a marketing or attraction video? How about an anti-racism or welcoming community message? If you do, you should enter your proposal to the Make Your Pitch 2 contest!   Northern Policy Institute and its partners, the Northwestern Ontario Local Immigration Partnership, the Sudbury LIP, the Sault Ste. Marie LIP, ...

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Morning News – September 6

Sept 6, 2021 at 07:56 Weather –  Cloudy. 30 percent chance of showers early this morning. High 18. UV index 3 or moderate. Tonight – Mainly cloudy. 30 percent chance of showers overnight. Low 11.   Status of COVID-19 cases in Algoma There are eleven active cases of COVID-19 in the Algoma District today. Immunization Uptake and Coverage in Algoma ...

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FREEMAN, Raymond

In loving memory of Raymond O. Freeman who passed away peacefully at home on August 31, 2021 with family by his side. Beloved soul mate of Angela Kelly and step father to her children Ashley Moga (Ovi) and Matthew Kelly (Mireille).  Ray also leaves behind his sons Bill Freeman (Sophie) and Curtis (Anik).  Ray was a very special Poppa to ...

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