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This past December, the Michipicoten Volunteer Fire Department was the recipient of $6,976.75. This generous donation from LP Building Solutions has been allocated to our equipment fund. This money will be used to purchase a new battery-operated extrication tool, called an edraulic cutter, that will replace our old hydraulic cutter. Some of the advantages to the WVFD of having a ...

September 13, 1963 – January 19, 2026 Yvonne Marie Aline Derasp passed away peacefully on Monday, January 19, 2026, surrounded by her family, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She is survived by her beloved sons, Jason (Naomi) and Kevin, who were the source of her strength and always her pride and joy. She leaves behind her cherished ...

October 22, 1930 – January 11, 2026 After a short illness in his 95th year, Bill Sokoloski decided to embark on an extended fishing trip on his beloved Tukanee Lake, having enough of the hospital, homes and his pesky arthritic knee, with his wife and daughter Ivy by his side to see him off.   Bill lived most of his ...

Yellow Advisory – Blowing Snow 5:36 AM EST Wednesday 14 January 2026 Impact Level: Moderate Forecast Confidence: High Including: Wawa – Pukaskwa Park White River – Dubreuilville Searchmont – Montreal River Harbour – Batchawana Bay Chapleau – Missinaibi Lake, and other regions in yellow to the right. Poor visibility in snow and blowing snow continues in some locations. What: Significantly ...

June 19, 1928 – December 16, 2025 With family and friends by her side, Lucy leaves her earthly home to join her partner of 57 years, Ed Latoski. Lucy came to Wawa with her husband Maurice Lachapelle, who was killed in an industrial accident at Algoma Ore. She leaves behind a lifelong friend, Gerry Rose, who cared for Lucy until ...

August 8, 1971 – January 10, 2026 Peacefully at home, she begins her journey to the Spirit World as the Spirit Woman “Manidoo Kwe”. Born in Wawa, Ontario to Leona Delores Swanson and Gilbert Joseph Stone. Mother of Brandon, Tiffany and Xavier. Eldest sister of Sherry, Melanie, Gilbert, Leon, Sharon and Karen. Niece of Frank (Agnes), Sam (Angela), Donald (Donna), ...

Great News! The Dolly Parton Imagination Library that is proudly sponsored by the Rotary Club of Wawa is expanding to Hawk Junction. This means that any child between the ages of newborn to 5 years old can sign up to receive free books each month. The parent can sign up by emailing Cathy Cannon Coordinator for this program at [email protected] ...

The annual Festive RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) campaign has concluded, with 76 drivers now facing impaired driving-related charges in North East Region. From November 20, 2025, to January 1, 2026, Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) North East Region officers conducted 1,574 Festive RIDE spot checks, totaling 2,903 hours of enforcement across 12 detachment areas. This enforcement effort resulted in: 76 ...

October 16, 1928 – January 5, 2026 With heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life so fully lived, we announce the peaceful passing of Jane Elizabeth Valois, January 5, 2026, surrounded by the family she loved so fiercely. She is predeceased by her devoted husband, Jack, and her beloved eldest son, Murray. Though we grieve these losses deeply, we ...

To those who dump items in the church porch, PLEASE DO NOT BLOCK entry!   This is still a church.  This past Sunday morning, the organist could not get into the church because of bags and boxes piled in front of the door.  We cannot continue to block this entryway.   There are numerous other groups using the church building ...

With deep sadness, the family announces the passing of John “Jack” Joseph Roussain in his 98th year. Jack passed away peacefully on Christmas evening, Thursday, December 25, 2025, at the Lady Dunn Health Centre in Wawa. Born on March 8, 1928, to the late Francis Roussain and the late Mabel Sherlock (Rathbone), Jack was a true son of the Algoma ...

11 years has passed by since you left us. We all think of you always, Christmas Time especially, fighting for the “Pope’s Nose” off the turkey, making all the excuses in the world to get out of dishes….your memories will always be with us Janet. Rest in peace Sisters… Margaret, Pat, Chris

Passed away peacefully with his family by his side at Sante Chapleau Health Services on Sunday, December 28, 2025 at the age of 82 years. Beloved husband of Bonnie for 60 years. Loved and cherished father of Dean (Janet and late Kathy-Lynn) and Dale (Kim). Devoted grandfather of Megan West (Greg), Kyle, Paige and Madison. Great grandfather of William and ...

Passed away peacefully at the Lady Dunn Health Centre, Wawa with her family by her side Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at the age of 87 years.   Beloved wife of the late Donald Lewis Pott. Loving mother of; Craig Spooner, Glyn Spooner (Diane) and Andrew Spooner. Loving grandmother of Devon (Rachael Amos), Tyrel (Jenna Pozzebon), Brayden, Hayli (Travis Terris) and ...

Born on March 21, 1957 in Chapleau, passed away on December 25, 2025 in Stratford   Come with me, all who labor and have heavy laden and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28   It’s with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rochelle Michaud, at the age of 68, peacefully in her sleep on Christmas morning. Rochelle ...