Author Archives: Brenda Stockton

MNRF Seeks help in 5 Cases of Shot & Abandoned Moose

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry is seeking help in identifying the individual(s) resposible for shooting and abandoning four cow moose and one bull moose in an area north to northwest of White River. Between September 7th and November 1st of this year (2018), MNRF Conservation Officers became aware of the following: 1 – bull moose found off Road ...

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Monday Morning News – November 19

Weather Today – Mainly cloudy. 30 percent chance of flurries this morning. Wind up to 15 km/h. High minus 9. Wind chill near minus 19. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Partly cloudy. Wind up to 15 km/h. Low minus 20. Wind chill minus 19 in the evening and minus 24 overnight. 

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Thursday Morning News – November 15

Weather: Today – Cloudy with 60 percent chance of flurries. Wind south 30 km/h gusting to 50. High plus 1. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Cloudy. Snow beginning this evening. Amount 5 cm. Wind south 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light early this evening. Low minus 3. Wind chill near minus 7.   News Tidbits – The ...

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Wawa Remembers – Remembrance Day 2018

  On November 11th, the members of Royal Canadian Legion and Ladies Auxiliary, OPP, Firefighters were led by Piper Scott McGillivray. They marched down to the Cenotaph in Queen’s Park where a wreath laying ceremony was conducted by Comrade Larry Harvey. Once complete, the Parade marched on to the Michipicoten High School for the indoor ceremony in the auditorium. As ...

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Tuesday Morning News – November 13

Weather: Today – Mainly cloudy with 40 percent chance of flurries. Wind becoming northwest 20 km/h early this afternoon. High minus 8. Wind chill near minus 19. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Mainly cloudy with 40 percent chance of flurries. Wind northwest 20 km/h becoming light early this evening. Low minus 16. Wind chill minus 16 in the ...

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Snow Squall Watch from St. Joseph Island to Montreal River Harbour

At 5:16 AM this morning, Environment Canada issued a Snow squall watch for: Sault Ste. Marie – St. Joseph Island Searchmont – Montreal River Harbour – Batchawana Bay Environment Canada says that snow squalls are expected to develop tonight and continue into Tuesday,  “Intense lake effect snow bands are expected to develop tonight and continue on Tuesday. Areas under the most ...

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Friday Morning News – November 9

Weather Today – Snow. Amount 5 to 10 cm. Wind up to 15 km/h. High zero. Wind chill minus 9 in the morning. Tonight – Snow ending overnight then cloudy. Amount 2 cm. Wind up to 15 km/h. Low minus 13. Wind chill minus 6 in the evening and minus 20 overnight.   News Tidbits –

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Red Canoe Closes – But other Plans are in the Works

After 19+ years on Broadway, The Red Canoe is closed the doors. Don and Jude Charbonneau have been selling their candles (remember Wood ‘n Wax>). soaps, music, art and collectibles locals and visitors to the town. Friends and shoppers came in for one last gathering in the gallery for snacks, music, socializing and of course, as Don quipped  “a little early ...

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Winter Weather Preparedness Tips for Travelling

We’ve been lucky so far, there hasn’t been any significant snowfall or road closures due to poor weather. However, that may change, and change within hours. A road closure due to a serious motor vehicle collision can also strand motorists on the side of the highway for a number of hours. Before you travel make sure you have checked weather ...

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Thursday Morning News – November 8

Weather Today – A mix of sun and cloud with 40 percent chance of flurries. Wind up to 15 km/h. High minus 2. Wind chill near minus 8. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Mainly cloudy with 40 percent chance of flurries this evening and after midnight. Periods of snow beginning after midnight. Local amount 2 cm. Wind up ...

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Wednesday Morning News – November 7th

Weather Today – Periods of rain or light snow changing to periods of snow near noon. Snowfall amount 2 cm. Wind becoming northwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 this morning. Temperature falling to zero this afternoon. Tonight – A few flurries ending near midnight then cloudy with 40 percent chance of flurries. Wind northwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming ...

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Drilling at the Surluga Deposit shows high-grade Mineralization

Drilling at the Surluga Deposit continues to confirm the existence of wide zones of high-grade mineralization for Red Pine Exploration. High-grade results including: 5.28 g/t gold over 14.6 metres in SD-17-173, and 3.5 g/t gold over 32.8 metres in SD-18-228, further support the potential for a higher-grade underground resources accessible using the existing underground workings of the Surluga Mine. Quentin ...

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Tuesday Morning News – November 6

Weather Today – Cloudy with 40 percent chance of showers. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High plus 5. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Cloudy with 40 percent chance of rain showers this evening and after midnight. Periods of rain or light snow beginning after midnight. Low plus 2. News Tidbits – Did you know that in 1917, Lt ...

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Monday Morning News – November 5

Weather Today – Periods of rain. Wind southeast 20 km/h gusting to 40. High 6. Tonight – Cloudy with 60 percent chance of rain or drizzle. Fog patches developing late this evening. Wind south 20 km/h becoming light late this evening. Low plus 2.   News Tidbits – The Sault Ste. Marie Sex Workers’ Rights organization is hosting a public ...

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