Affectionately known as “YBone” or Johnny to those who knew him best, passed away on Monday, October 27, 2025, at the age of 55. Born on January 12, 1970, in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Johnny left an indelible mark on the lives of all who knew him. Johnny was predeceased by his parents, John Yukich and Mary (née Murphy).   ...

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding the communities to prioritize safety tonight, Halloween. With children taking to the streets in costumes and neighbors preparing for trick-or-treaters, it’s essential to stay vigilant and be aware of safety measures. This year, we invite residents to join us in making Halloween safe and fun for everyone by following our helpful tips. Children ...

We are deeply disappointed and frustrated by Scotiabank’s decision to close its Marathon branch in May of 2026. This closure represents yet another blow to small northern communities that continue to lose essential services without meaningful consultation or consideration of the long-term impacts. For decades, Scotiabank has benefited from the loyalty and trust of residents, local businesses, and community organizations ...

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested numerous people after executing a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) warrant at Tokyo Crescent residence on October 29, 2025. Police seized approximately 2.4 grams of suspected cocaine, approximately 36 grams of suspected Fentanyl, approximately 17 suspected Hydromorphone capsules, approximately 70 suspected methamphetamine tablets, approximately 42 suspected buprenorphine tablets, a prohibited crossbow, cash, digital ...

There were no new wildland fires confirmed in the Northeast Region by the afternoon of October 30.   At the time of this update there are 3 active wildland fires in the Northeast Region. One is under control and two are being observed.   The fire hazard is low across most of the Northeast Region. It is moderate from Foleyet ...

Weather: Today – Increasing cloudiness early this morning. Wind north 20 km/h gusting to 40. High 4. UV index 2 or low. Tonight – Mainly cloudy. Wind north 20 km/h gusting to 40. Low 0. Saturday – Mainly cloudy. High 4. UV index 2 or low. Night – Cloudy. Low -4. News Tidbits: It is Halloween, and trick or treaters ...

On October 23, 2025, at approximately 3:10 p.m., the Sault Ste. Marie and East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Crime Units made an arrest following a sexual assault investigation. The investigation began on September 30, 2025 when police received a complaint of a sexual assault, which occurred on Whitefish Island in Batchewana First Nation. Extensive police investigation and canvassing revealed ...

Batchewana First Nation acknowledges and supports the recent decision of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, in which Justice Myers ruled in favour of Garden River First Nation and Atikameksheng Anishnawbek regarding the legal fees paid in the Robinson Huron Treaty annuities case. In his ruling, Justice Myers found that the Partial Contingency Fee Agreement and the legal fees charged ...

Premier ministre Doug Ford, Greg Rickford, ministre des Affaires autochtones et du Développement économique des Premières Nations et ministre responsable des partenariats économiques et communautaires dans le Cercle de feu, ainsi que le chef Cornelius Wabasse de la Première Nation de Webequie ont signé une entente de partenariat communautaire, qui permettra de stimuler le développement économique et accélèrera la construction ...

Premier Doug Ford, Greg Rickford, Minister of Indigenous Affairs and First Nations Economic Development and Minister Responsible for Ring of Fire Economic and Community Partnerships, and Webequie First Nation Chief Cornelius Wabasse signed a Community Partnership Agreement that will unlock economic development and speed up all-seasons road construction in the Ring of Fire while providing critical supports and community benefits ...

There was one new wildland fire confirmed in the Northeast Region by the afternoon of October 29. North Bay 44 (NOR044) was a 0.1 hectare fire located on the north shore of Lake Nipissing. This fire is now out. At the time of this update there are 3 active wildland fires in the Northeast Region. One is under control and ...

Weather: Today – Sunny. High 10. UV index 2 or low. Tonight – A few clouds. Wind becoming north 20 km/h before morning. Low 1. Friday – Increasing cloudiness early in the morning. Wind north 20 km/h. High 4. UV index 2 or low. Friday Night –  Cloudy with 30% chance of rain showers or flurries. Low zero. News Tidbits: ...

Oct 30, 2025 at 07:05 Algoma Steel Group Inc., a leading Canadian producer of hot and cold rolled steel sheet and plate products, announced a planned leadership transition as part of its ongoing succession planning process. Michael Garcia, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer, will retire from Algoma Steel at the end of this calendar year after successfully leading the Company ...

Oct 30, 2025 at 07:05 Algoma Steel Group Inc., a leading Canadian producer of hot and cold rolled steel sheet and plate products, today reported financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2025, reflecting ongoing trade-related headwinds and continued execution of the Company’s electric arc furnace (“EAF”) transformation. Unless otherwise specified, all amounts are in Canadian ...