Monthly Archives: September 2021

Between the Covers – September 29

The Library is open, come on in!  Masks must be worn covering mouth, nose, and chin. Everyone must sanitize their hands before entering the library.  Patrons are free to browse the collections without time limits and computer use is available. Social distancing must be respected. Be smart, stay six feet apart!! All returned materials must be placed in the Drop ...

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Happenings at Wawa First United Church – September 29

In-Person Worship Services will continue on October 03, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. All are welcome. Covid-19 protocols will be followed. More good news! We are now accepting donations with hopes of a Thrift Shop in the Fall. The date will be announced later. Please, no electronics or large items of furniture. The  U.C.W. will resume meeting on Mon. 4th October at ...

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From the Branch – September 29

We are getting close to the end of September, and October is looming. That means our poppy campaign will be here soon so let us get ready. Our Poppy Committee Chair Larry Harvey has been able to get a location for our annual Remembrance Day Service at the Michipicoten Memorial Community Centre. Our membership cards will be at the office ...

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OPP warn of Door-to-Door Scams

Door‐to‐door scams continue to pose a threat to Ontario consumers and businesses.  The individuals may use high-pressure tactics and can be aggressive. Consumers may find themselves in a situation where they purchase a product or sign up for a service they neither need nor want. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has received an increased number of complaints from homeowners across ...

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Morning News – September 29

Sept 29, 2021 at 07:56 Weather Sunny. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 17. UV index 4 or moderate. Tonight – Clear. Fog patches developing near midnight. Low plus 3.   Status of COVID-19 cases in Algoma There are 8 active cases of COVID-19 in the Algoma District today. 82,328 people (71.9%) in the Algoma District are fully vaccinated (Last ...

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East Algoma OPP – Break & Enter Charges Laid

On September 15, 2021, at approximately 11:59 a.m., members from the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to two Break and Enters (B&E) at two separate residences on Taylor Boulevard in the City of Elliot Lake.   Investigation determined, the first B&E took place sometime after 10:45 a.m., when the victim came home to retrieve some ...

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SSM Police – One Charged Under Reopening Ontario Act

On September 22, 2021 officers charged one person with organizing an illegal gathering on May 22, 2021. The investigation identified one person from Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario as having organized an illegal gathering in the area of Hughes Street on May 22, 2021. The charge of organizing the gathering falls under the Reopening Ontario Act. A conviction for organizing an ...

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Morning News – September 28

Sept 28, 2021 at 07:56 Weather A mix of sun and cloud. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 17. UV index 4 or moderate. Tonight – Clear. Fog patches developing overnight. Low plus 4.   Status of COVID-19 cases in Algoma There are 10 active cases of COVID-19 in the Algoma District today. 82,328 people (71.9%) in the Algoma District ...

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APH: 1 new confirmed case of COVID-19 (#468)

Last night, September 27, 2021, Algoma Public Health reported 1 new case­­ of COVID-19 (#468), from Sault Ste. Marie and area. The person was tested September 26th, the exposure category is unknown, and the person is self-isolating.

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SE OPP Investigate Attempted Robber in Hornepayne

On September 25, 2021, members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of an attempted robbery at a business on Front Street in Hornepayne. At approximately 6:45 a.m., an unknown male attempted to enter the business. When confronted by the owner, the suspect brandished a firearm demanding drugs and cash. The suspect fled the ...

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SE OPP lay Four Impaired Driving Charges in Five Days

(CHAPLEAU, ON) – On September 8, 2021 at approximately 10:12 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 101 in Sandy Township. As a result of the investigation, Brandon ERVIN, 25 years-of-age, of Timmins has been charged with the following: Operation while impaired – alcohol or ...

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Men’s Night Golf – September 23

(63 Players) 1st FLIGHT: 1st : Dylan Buckell, Brandon Case, Spare – 30 2nd : Jeff Austin, Tanner Paddock, Joe McCoy – 34 3rd : Chris Crack, Frank Desmoulin, Spare – 34 2nd FLIGHT: 1st : Shane Bukowski, John Simon, Sheldon Lacroix – 35 2nd : Kevin Auger, Andre Beddard, Chris Buckell – 36 3rd : Rob Sedore, RJ Sedore, ...

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NOSM Seeks Agency Applications for Summer Studentship Program 2022

The Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) announces today that agencies may apply for funding to have health-care students work at their organization during the summer of 2022. This funding is available through NOSM’s Summer Studentship Program, which was established by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care to allow a limited number of regulated health-care students an opportunity to ...

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