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Lake Superior water levels continue to be above normal

The Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority (SSMRCA) is advising that Lake Superior water levels continue to be above normal. There are observations, reports, or expectations of minor shoreline flooding or erosion at this time, localized flooding of low-lying areas may be possible. Flood forecasting and warning is part of the Conservation Authority’s provincially mandated responsibilities. This statement is sent ...

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SIU Investigating Collision in Matheson

The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the circumstances surrounding a collision yesterday in Matheson that resulted in injuries to a 28-year-old man. The preliminary information indicates the following: At approximately 11:20 a.m. on September 24, 2019, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a complaint of a vehicle being driven erratically on Highway 11 near Matheson. An OPP officer traveling ...

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Bumps, Babies and BEYOND Expo – Something for Everyone!

On Saturday, September 28th, at the Wawa Community Center from 10-3 pm, over 45 exhibitors will be set up to greet attendees at the second annual Bumps, Babies and BEYOND expo! Touted as the biggest exposition to hit the north shore, this FREE event has something for everyone – from young to well seasoned. Everyone is invited to come SHOP. ...

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Sault College Receives the Largest Scholarship Donation to Date

Yesterday, September 25th, 2019 was a significant day for the College as we accepted the largest donation to our Scholarship, Bursaries and Awards program to date. Dr. Bijan and Dr. Simin Payandeh have graciously chosen to invest in the education of Sault College students through a new scholarship valued at $230,000. Representatives from Sault College were joined by Dr. Bijan ...

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Happenings at Wawa First United – September 25

The congregation welcomes everyone to Worship at First United Church.  Services are held on Sunday at 11:00 a.m.  If anyone has a question or concern please leave a message on the answering machine at the Church by calling  705-856-2926. Mon.    Oct.   07     U.C.W.  7p.m. Tues.    Oct.   15     Worship Committee – 2:00 p.m. Thurs.  Oct. 17 – 21  Thrift Shop – Sorting takes place ...

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Algoma District School Board Experiences Enrolment Growth

Algoma District School Board (ADSB) senior staff shared a very positive update and overview of opening enrolment numbers at Algoma District School Board’s first Regular Board meeting held on Tuesday, September 24, 2019. Elementary The September 7th, 2019 JK to Grade 8 enrolment has increased by 272 students from the projected numbers as contained in the April 2, 2019 Director’s ...

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Provincial Government to invest $105,000 to improve Concussion Safety

Ontario’s government is recognizing Rowan’s Law Day by investing $105,000 to expand efforts to improve concussion safety across the province. Today Lisa MacLeod, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport, was joined by Gordon Stringer, father of Rowan Stringer, Tim Fleiszer from the Concussion Legacy Foundation Canada (CLFC), and other concussion safety advocates to announce that Ontario is partnering with CLFC ...

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Today is Franco-Ontarian Day

Today, Caroline Mulroney, Minister of Francophone Affairs, issued the following statement: “September 25 is Franco-Ontarian Day, a symbolic day and a wonderful opportunity for Ontario to celebrate the significant contributions of the Franco-Ontarian community to the cultural, social, economic and political life of our province. As Minister of Francophone Affairs, it is an honour for me to work on developing Ontario’s ...

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Pic Mobert Ontario Works advises of Percocet containing Fentenyl

ALERT FROM ANISHINABEK POLICE We were advised of percocet pills that were brought into Pic Mobert today (Tuesday, September 24, 2019), which have been tested and are found POSITIVE to contain FENTENYL. This is extremely dangerous and will cause an overdose. Please contact police or the health center ASAP if you have found any of these percocet pills. Please use ...

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Heavy Rainfall to begin overnight

4:41 PM EDT Tuesday 24 September 2019 Special weather statement in effect for: Wawa – Pukaskwa Park White River – Dubreuilville Agawa – Lake Superior Park Searchmont – Montreal River Harbour – Batchawana Bay Rain, at times heavy, will begin overnight. Heavy rainfall with a risk of thunderstorms will begin after midnight and continue through Wednesday morning. Rainfall amounts near ...

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OPSEU and Township of Hornepayne team up to save local LCBO from privatization

The municipal council of Hornepayne, a township north of Wawa, has joined with OPSEU in demanding that the LCBO abandon its irresponsible plan to privatize alcohol sales in the community. “I’m not the least bit surprised the people of Hornepayne are outraged over this terrible scheme,” said OPSEU President Warren (Smokey) Thomas. “Closing the community’s real LCBO and replacing it ...

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Manitou Gold Provides Exploration Update

Manitou Gold Inc. has issued an exploration update on its 100% owned properties located North of Wawa, Ontario in the Michipicoten Archean Gold Camp. They are reporting that results of up to 79.9 g/t Au from outcrop grab samples were returned from the Renabie-Easy Lake Property; and that targets with highly prospective alteration and mineralization similar to that of the historic ...

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CF Ontario Announces the 2019 Recipient of the Award for Excellence in Innovation

  Community Futures Ontario (CF Ontario) is pleased to announce Northeast Superior Regional Broadband Network (NSRBN) as recipient of the Award for Excellence in Innovation honoured at the 26thAnnual CF Ontario Conference in London, Ontario (this year held in partnership with EconoUs). Northeast Superior Regional Broadband Network (NSRBN), recognizes that access to adequate and affordable broadband is essential to supporting ...

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NDP calls for immediate action to crack down on vaping

NDP Health Critic France Gélinas is calling for urgent action to crack down on the marketing of vaping – and warns that Doug Ford’s Conservative government is moving in the wrong direction. “Now more than ever, we need to heed the warnings of health experts raising serious concerns about this product: crack down on advertising, ban flavoured vapes designed to ...

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Three Confederation College Alumni to Receive President’s Awards in Recognition of Remarkable Achievement

  Confederation College is honouring three alumni for their remarkable achievements by presenting each of them with a President’s Award. Al Bourbouhakis, Melissa Hardy-Giles and Thomas McDonald were acknowledged at the 24th Annual Community Partners’ Evening  Thursday, September 19. “These individuals are wonderful exemplars of what can be achieved with great passion, commitment and leadership,” said Kathleen Lynch, President of ...

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