The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reporting a considerable increase in ATV fatalities across Ontario in 2024 thus far, with more than half of the deceased found without a helmet. Nine people (eight drivers, one passenger) have died in OPP-investigated ATV incidents this year, compared to three drivers and one passenger at this time last year. With one third of ...
Read More »Monthly Archives: June 2024
Monday Morning News – June 3
Weather: Today – Sunny this morning then a mix of sun and cloud with 60 percent chance of showers this afternoon. Risk of a thunderstorm this afternoon. Wind becoming south 20 km/h gusting to 40 late this afternoon. High 23. UV index 7 or high. Tonight – Cloudy with 60 percent chance of showers. Risk of a thunderstorm early this ...
Read More »Ontario Celebrates National Indigenous History Month
Greg Rickford, Minister of Indigenous Affairs, released the following statement in recognition of National Indigenous History Month: “June marks National Indigenous History Month, a time dedicated to honouring the legacies, traditions, and invaluable contributions of First Nation, Inuit, and Métis communities in Ontario and across Canada. This month, take the opportunity to get involved by attending local events, supporting Indigenous ...
Read More »Fog Advisory
Jun 2, 2024 at 08:52 At 8:33 this morning Environment Canada issued a Fog Advisory stating that near zero visibility in fog is expected or occurring. Visibility may improve for some areas this afternoon but dense fog may linger for areas near the shoreline of Lake Superior. Visibility may be significantly and suddenly reduced to near zero. Travel is expected ...
Read More »À la découverte de l’hôtel de ville et de la caserne de pompiers de Hornepayne
Les élèves de la 3e à la 5e année de l’École Saint Nom de Jésus (Hornepayne) ont tout récemment pu approfondir leurs connaissances du gouvernement municipal et des services municipaux lors d’une visite à l’hôtel de ville ainsi qu’à la caserne de pompiers. Ils ont eu l’occasion de rencontrer divers membres de l’équipe de la municipalité en plus de découvrir ...
Read More »Students discover the ins and outs of Hornepayne’s city hall and fire station
Grade 3 to 5 students at École Saint Nom de Jésus (Hornepayne) were recently able to learn more about municipal government and services during a visit to city hall and the fire station. They had the opportunity to meet various members of the municipal team and learn about their day-to-day responsibilities and tasks. The students thoroughly enjoyed this educational visit.
Read More »Celebration of Life – Gordon “Gord” Gilbert Eason
The Celebration of Life to remember Gord will be held on Saturday June 15, 2024, from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Michipicoten Community Centre, Wawa. You are invited to join in with your memories of Gord. If you are unable to be with us in person, your stories and remembrances are welcome by email to [email protected] You will also be able ...
Read More »Saturday Morning News – June 1
Weather: Today – Showers. Risk of a thunderstorm this afternoon. High 21. UV index 3 or moderate. Tonight – Showers ending near midnight then partly cloudy with 30 percent chance of showers. Risk of a thunderstorm this evening and overnight. Low 10. Northeast Forest Fire Region Update: There are five active wildland fires in the region: Cochrane 7 is a ...
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