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Men’s Night Golf – Results of August 20th

Week 14 – Sunny, 21*C. Please ensure your Teams are keeping up to the Group ahead of you! Be ready to shoot  to keep the pace of play moving.  Over socializing slows things down. Flight Winners: 1st Flight Score 1st Jessy Dechamplain Joey Dechamplain Francis Dechamplain 31 2nd Paul Asselin Jarett Asselin Anders Morden 31 3rd Brandon Case Dylan Buckell ...

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NW Forest Fire Region Update – August 21

There were 2 new wildland fires confirmed in the Northwest Region by the evening of August 21. Thunder Bay 85 (THU085) is located southwest of McGaughey Lake, approximately 12 kilometers west of Highway 527. The 0.1-hectare fire is being held. Kenora 33 (KEN033) is located near Puzzle Bay on Ord Lake, approximately 17 kilometers east of Highway 105. The 0.1-hectare ...

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NE Forest Fire Region Update – August 21

Updated: August 21, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) One new wildland fire was confirmed in the Northeast Region today: Sudbury 62 (SUD062) is 2.5 hectares and located on the north side of Carafel Lake, approximately 1.9 kilometres west of Maskinonge Lake and 2 kilometres southeast of Rocky Lake. The fire is not under control. There are currently 42 active ...

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Today at LSPP – Saturday, August 22

10:00 AM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay GUIDED WALK: BIRDING BASICS – Are you interested in birding but don’t know where to begin? Join Kelly and Mary for a short walk where you’ll be introduced to skills that will help you explore the exciting world of birds at LSPP! Please sport sturdy shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. Binoculars will ...

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FONOM Celebrates Municipal Service and Those Stepping Forward in 2026

The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) is recognizing the municipal leaders who have decided not to seek re-election this fall, while thanking all new and returning candidates who have put their names forward to serve their communities. Serving on a municipal council requires a significant commitment of time and energy. Municipal leaders are often called upon to make difficult ...

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NE Forest Fire Region Update – August 20

Updated: August 20, 2026 at 6:15 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) No new wildland fires were confirmed in the Northeast Region today. There are currently 41 active wildland fires in the Northeast Region. Of these fires: 1 is being held, 1 is under control and 39 are being observed.

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NW Forest Fire Region Update – August 20

Updated: August 20, 2026 at 5:45 p.m. Central Daylight Time (CDT). There was 1 new wildland fire confirmed in the Northwest Region by the evening of August 20. Thunder Bay 84 (THU084) is located near the northeast end of Loganberry Lake, approximately 1 kilometre northwest of Holly Lake. The 0.2-hectare fire is under control. At the time of this update there are 69 active wildland fires ...

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Today at LSPP – Friday, August 21

Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: THE LYNX AND THE HARE – It’s an eat or get eaten world out there! Join Terra to learn about the fascinating predator-prey dynamic of the Canada Lynx and the Snowshoe Hare – two experts in surviving the harsh environment along Lake Superior’s shores. Drop-in: 10:00 AM ...

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NE Forest Fire Region Update – August 19

Updated: August 19, 2026 at 6:15 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) One new wildland fire was confirmed in the Northeast Region today: North Bay 39 (NOR039) is 0.1 of a hectare and located approximately 2.6 kilometres west of Highway 11 and 1.9 kilometres south of Bay Lake. The fire is not under control. There are currently 42 active wildland fires in the ...

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NW Forest Fire Region Update – August 19

Updated: August 19, 2026 at 5:50 p.m. Central Daylight Time (CDT). There was 1 new wildland fire confirmed in the Northwest Region by the evening of August 19. Kenora 32 (KEN032) is located between Cedar Lake and Ord Lake, approximately 1 kilometer west of Ord Lake Road. The 0.1- hectare fire is not under control. At the time of this update there are 69 active ...

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Today at LSPP – Thursday, August 20

Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: BALD EAGLES – The Bald Eagle is more than just a well-recognized bird; it is a legendary symbol for many. Join Kelly to discover the story of this magnificent species and how Lake Superior Provincial Park provides them with a place to call home. Drop-in: 1:00 PM ...

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Statement from WLON Chief & Council on the Parole decision regarding Brayden Bushby

Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation stands in solidarity with the family of Barbara Kentner, a WLON member, in expressing profound outrage and disbelief at the Parole Board of Canada’s decision to grant full parole to Brayden Bushby. This decision is not only appalling—it is a painful reminder of the deep and persistent discrimination that continues to infect Canada’s justice system. Barbara ...

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Ladies Night Golf – August 12th

Week 13 – 117 Golfers Call ins begin Mondays at 10 a.m. Please ensure your team has 1st and last names written down. Moving forward, the names will be typed as they are provided by the scorecard. Thank you to all our sponsors, players, and volunteers. 1st FLIGHT: 1st – Alexis Alexopoulos, Meghan Amos, Ashlee Pelletier                     37 2nd –Ashley ...

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Michipicoten Golf Club 2026 Annual Club Championship

This past weekend, the Michipicoten Golf Club held its annual club championship.  This year, we welcomed 61 participants to this year’s event. Congratulations to this year’s winners: Men’s Division – Evan Barley Ladies Division – Rachael Korytko-Amos Senior Men’s Division – Karl Benstead Senior Ladies Division – Lise Noel Super Senior Men’s – Danny Mathias This year, we were also able ...

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Fort Frances 39 & Minnesota’s ‘Thumb Fire’: Evacuation Alert Lifted

Aug 19, 2026 at 08:07 The evacuation alert had been issued by Dryden Fort Frances Atikokan District for the area around active wildland fire Fort Frances 39 and Minnesota’s ‘Thumb Fire’ has been lifted effective 4:00 p.m. Central Daylight Time on August 18, 2026. Wildland fire suppression activities are ongoing on for this fire, but public safety relating to this ...

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