Weather: Today – Mainly cloudy. Wind becoming northeast 20 km/h gusting to 40 this morning. High 6. Wind chill -7 this morning. UV index 3 or moderate. Tonight – Mainly cloudy. Clearing after midnight. Wind northeast 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light after midnight. Low -7. Wind chill -11 overnight. News Tidbits: Congratulations to Fynn Manttari (Wawa) and Lex ...
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Inspection des calendriers de travail annuels 2024-25 pour les Forêts White River, Nagagami et Missinaibi Forests
Inspection of the 2024-25 Annual Work Schedules for White River, Nagagami & Missinaibi Forests
SE OPP Wawa – Charges laid after Disturbance on Hwy 101
A verbal dispute has resulted in a criminal charge for a local individual. On March 12, 2024, shortly before 11:00 a.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of a disturbance on Highway 101, east of Wawa. As a result of the investigation, a 43-year-old person from Wawa was arrested and charged with Uttering Threats ...
Read More »One Year Later, Police Still Seek Information for Missing Person
The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service and Garden River First Nation are partnering to enhance efforts to locate missing 39-year-old Jake Corbiere. Jake has not been seen or spoken with family or friends since March 12, 2023. Garden River First Nation is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for anyone who provides information that leads to finding Jake. “Jake’s ...
Read More »Share your cares, concerns and curiosities about the health and water quality of the Great Lakes
It only takes 15 minutes to complete the poll, which includes questions such as: How important is it that the health and water quality of the Great Lakes basin be protected? How would you rate the overall health of the Great Lakes? Who in your opinion should be responsible for protecting the health and water quality of the Great Lakes basin? and ...
Read More »Taking Care of Business: The State of Business Succession and Planning in Ontario
Many employers across Ontario, including in Northern Ontario, will see a change in their owners or leadership in the coming years. Many of these employers have developed succession plans; however, a concerningly large share remain inadequately prepared for this transition. Northern Policy Institute’s latest publication explores the state of business succession and planning across Ontario. NPI partnered with the Ontario ...
Read More »Wednesday Morning News – March 13
Weather: Today – Sunny. Fog patches dissipating this morning. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h late this afternoon. High 8. Wind chill -8 this morning. UV index 3 or moderate. Tonight – A few clouds. Increasing cloudiness near midnight. Wind up to 15 km/h. Low -6. Wind chill -9 overnight.
Read More »LDHC Board Meeting – March 18th, 2024
MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Of THE LADY DUNN HEALTH CENTRE Date: Monday, March 18th, 2024 Time: 7:00 p.m. For additional information, please contact 705-856-2335 Ext. 3210 Your Health: Our Commitment \ Notre engagement: votre santé
Read More »Happenings at Wawa First United – March 17th, Fifth Sunday of Lent
Story: A woman in a coma was dying. She suddenly had a feeling that she was taken up to heaven and stood before the Judgement Seat. “Who are you?” a Voice said to her. “ I’m the wife of the mayor.” she replied. “I did not ask you whose wife you are but who are you.” “I’m the mother of ...
Read More »SSM OPP – Charges laid after dispute
On March 5, 2024, shortly after 5 pm, the Sault Ste Marie Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a call in Goulais River on Mission Road. The accused and the victim were engaged in a verbal argument over damage to the victim’s property. Subsequently, this led to the property owner being physically assaulted. As a result of the investigation, Robert ...
Read More »East Algoma OPP – Arrest made in Arson Investigation
One person has been arrested and charged in an arson investigation in Elliot Lake. On March 6, 2024, shortly after 1:00 a.m., the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Elliot Lake Fire Department responded to a suspicious fire on College Place in Elliot Lake where multiple camper trailers were destroyed. As a result of the investigation, Jacob PEART, ...
Read More »Nipigon OPP – Traffic Complaint leads to Impaired charges
One individual is facing impaired charges following a traffic complaint. On March 8, 2024, at approximately 5:00 p.m., members of the Nipigon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint of a motor vehicle driving erratically through a construction zone on Highway 11 in Ledger Township. Officers located the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop. Through ...
Read More »Nipigon OPP – Traffic Complaint leads to Impaired charges
A traffic complaint has led to one individual being arrested and charged with impaired operation. On March 10, 2024, just before 7:00 p.m., members of the Nipigon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint of an erratic and suspected impaired driver on Highway 11/17 near Hurkett Loop Road. Officers located the vehicle and initiated a ...
Read More »Tuesday Morning News – March 12
Weather: Today – Sunny. Increasing cloudiness this afternoon then 30% chance of showers late this afternoon. Wind up to 15 km/h. High 11. Wind chill -8 this morning. UV index 3 or moderate. Tonight – Partly cloudy with 30% chance of showers early this evening. Clearing this evening. Fog patches developing overnight. Wind up to 15 km/h. Low -5. Wind ...
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