Weather – A few showers ending this morning then mainly cloudy. Wind east 20 km/h. High 21. UV index 6 or high. News tidbits – A new cardiovascular surgery unit has been announced for Thunder Bay. It is expected to be open in 2020 and treat 1,000 patients yearly.   Sears Canada is expected to begin it’s liquidation sales on July ...

Jul 12, 2017 @ 08:13 Northern Policy Institute is pleased to announce the State of the North Conference taking place September 27th and 28th in Timmins, ON.   State of the North is an annual conference that brings together members of the general public, decision makers, community leaders, experts, and innovators to explore the state of Northern Ontario from an economic, social, and environmental ...

Jul 12, 2017 @ 08:07 Over the past couple of months, Kathleen Wynne has made many promises to the populous of Ontario. Fast Trains, pharma care for the young, and rejuvenating a section of Toronto’s waterfront, are just a few of Wynne’s campaign favors. However, what Kathleen and her fellow party leaders don’t realize is they have failed to deliver ...

Jul 11, 2017 @ 08:16 You still have a few days to get yourself a composter at 50% OFF through the EDC’s Composter Rebate Program. The program ends Friday, June 14th, and offers a maximum rebate of $50, one per household.   If you are hesitant to get one, don’t be. It is extraordinarily easy to use a composter, and ...

Jul 11, 2017 @ 08:03 On Wednesday, July 12, at 7 p.m., the Chippewa County Historical Society (CCHS) at 115 Ashmun Street, will host Tom Farnquist, Director Emeritus of the Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society, as he presents a program entitled Diving the St. Marys River: Hidden History Recovered. Tom was instrumental in helping CCHS acquire a wonderful gift, consisting of ...

Jul 11, 2017 @ 07:46 Weather – A mix of sun and cloud. 30 percent chance of showers this afternoon. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 22. Humidex 25. UV index 8 or very high. News Tidbits – There are 220 fires burning in the Cariboo, Kamloops and Southeast regions of British Columbia.  Ontario is sending over 100 staff members to help ...

Jul 10, 2017 @ 22:46 Vacations should be relaxing, and planning one should be too. Ontario has taken steps to help people make informed decisions when booking travel by increasing consumer protection and transparency. As of January 1, 2017, Ontario travel agents and wholesalers are now required to display the total cost, including all taxes and fees, in any advertisements ...

On July 9, 2017 at approximately 9:38 a.m. members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Superior East Wawa Detachment, responded to the scene of a motor vehicle collision that occurred on Highway 17 in Brimacombe Township located approximately 52 kilometers south of Wawa. Assisting with the response were Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and the Wawa Volunteer Fire Department (WFD). An ...

Jul 10, 2017 @ 10:41 On Friday, early evening, of July 7th the Wawa Fire Department was called to a residence on Lower Broadway Avenue for a fire that was burning in the backyard. Despite the fog, there was a very brisk breeze blowing. Wawa-news observed firefighters knocking on two doors before getting a response. While a firefighter talked with ...

An exciting business experience awaits youth between the ages of 9 and 13.  They will participate in a 5-day summer camp unlike any other in our region. Wawa Youth Enterprise Camp, brought to you by Head Start in Business and sponsored by Regional CFDCs, FedNor, Ontario Trillium Foundation, Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation and other corporate sponsors, is a one-of-a-kind business day camp, ...

The congregation welcomes everyone to worship at First United Church. Services are held on Sunday at 11 a.m except during the month of  July when we will join the congregation of St. Paul’s. If anyone has a question or concern please leave a message on the answering machine at the Church  705-856-2926. Last Sunday, July 2nd, the Congregation of First United worshipped ...

Jul 9, 2017 @ 16:51 Passed away peacefully at the Lady Dunn Health Centre on Friday July 7, 2017 at the age of 88 years. Beloved partner of Carlan McEwen. Dear father of Brenda, Darlene and Sherry. Jack will be remembered by his grandchildren. He will be missed by his many friends in White River. At Jack’s request, a cremation ...

Jul 9, 2017 @ 12:04 At approximately 12:00 p.m. on July 7, 2017, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested an individual in relation to the death of 68 year old George Chapman. The accused, 25-year old Jonathan JOBIN of Sables-Spanish Township, has been charged with: Second Degree Murder, contrary to section 235(1) of the Criminal Code of Canada ...

Jul 9, 2017 @ 10:32 Police have confirmed the safety of Emma MEEKIS and she is no longer missing. The Sioux Lookout OPP would like to thank the public and all media outlets for their assistance in locating her.   Jul 7, 2017 @ 18:32 Members of the Sioux Lookout Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are requesting assistance ...

Jul 7, 2017 @ 19:04 Ontario is rolling out its plan to make the criminal justice system faster and fairer by implementing programs to help reduce time-to-trial and improve the bail system in northeastern Ontario. The plan will enhance public safety by making it possible to resolve criminal cases faster and by making more supports and supervision available to vulnerable, ...