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The Creator has decided to call yet another to eternal rest. Francis Robert Stone, 35 years old, sadly passed away suddenly (and far too soon) on Sunday, July 27th, 2025, due to a DVT blood clot that had passed through his heart. Due to complications from a recent surgery, blood clots unknowingly formed and went undetected until it was too ...

Ahead of one of the busiest traffic long weekends of the year, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding motorists that safe driving includes paying attention to what’s happening on the roadside and complying with Ontario’s Move Over law.   Ontario’s Move Over law requires all drivers to slow down when approaching emergency vehicles with their emergency lights activated and, ...

March 14, 1958 – July 19, 2025 It is with full but heavy hearts we announce the passing of Jeannine Mary Bain on July 19th 2025, at the age of 67, with her family by her side. With a heart made of gold everyone knew there was a spot with her for them, a safe, comforting place in her home, ...

The Northeast Superior Mayors Group has formally written to Ontario’s Minister of Transportation expressing concerns about extended highway closures in our region following heavy rains and flooding. These closures impact healthcare access, business, delivery of essential goods, and emergency services, placing our residents at risk. “We are asking the Province to expedite the reopening of highways after weather events and ...

On behalf of the William G. Rose Memorial Golf Tournament, we would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all of our generous donors, volunteers, and participants for their contributions to each and every event. The tournament’s success is because of our massive support system! Thank you! Miigwech! Merci! Northern Lights Ford Mission Motors of Wawa Trans Canada Chrysler Bay ...

A “Celebration of her life” will be held August 2nd from 2:30-4:30 in The Mission – 315 Superior St. An informal gathering to share and smile. All welcome.  

Friday, July 25, 2025 Drop-In: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: COMMUNITY SCIENCE – How many times have you come across a plant, bird, or animal that you couldn’t identify? Join Wylan and Mary to learn how to become a community scientist using helpful technology, and why your contributions are so important. Drop-in: 1:00 ...

The Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) is spearheading a major infrastructure proposal (see Appendix A) to improve economic efficiency, safety and national connectivity by calling on the Governments of Canada and of Ontario to invest in a transformative upgrade of Northern Ontario’s Highways 11 and 17 — the Trans-Canada Highway — by upgrading to the innovative 2+1 model on ...

Peacefully passed away at the Lady Dunn Health Centre on Saturday July 19, 2025 at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late Roman. Loving mother of Mike (late Sharon), Eva Vernier (Richard), Barbara, late Henry, late Mary, and the late Richard. Donna will be greatly missed by her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Predeceased by her parents Bronislaw and ...

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 Drop-In: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: MOTH MADNESS – It’s a bee! It’s a leaf! Wait, it’s a… moth? Moths have animpressive closet of disguises, filled with patterns and colours. Join Lauren and Tessa to learn how the mind-boggling diversity of moths has been shaped by their friends and ...

April 17, 1932 – November 30, 2024 It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Gerald “Happy” Robertson at the age of 92 with family by his side at Bonnechere Manor, Renfrew. Son of the late George Robertson and Dorothy Kunkel. Husband and best friend of Betty (Trudel) for 71 years. Father of Norma Robertson and Laurie ...

I would like to thank all of the workers who participated in the digging of the river in front of the Marina basin. A very sincere and heartfelt thank you to the following: Peter Tillberg of Makkinga Construction from Thunder Bay for the use of their long-stick excavator rented and delivered to us at an extremely reasonable price and allowing ...

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay NATURE CONNECTION: INSECT INVESTIGATION – Insects come in an amazing variety of shapes, colours, and sizes, and they outnumber all other animals on Earth! Join us in searching for, observing, and appreciating our insect kin with the equipment provided. Record and celebrate your discoveries in the ...

Born July 28th, 1956 in Sioux Lookout, Ontario and passed away peacefully on Friday, July 18th, 2025, in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. He leaves behind with broken hearts, his loving wife Janet; his children, Lane, Danielle (Mikka), and Holly; and his beloved grandchildren, Rhylan, Janik, Elena, Ayla, Corah, and Jasper.   Ed was known as sharp-minded, a talented carpenter, and ...

Monday, July 21, 2025 Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay RECREATION SKILLS: BACKCOUNTRY 101 – Calling all paddlers, hikers, and everyone in between! Meet Priya and Tessa to get inspired for your next camping trip in the backcountry of Lake Superior Provincial Park. Drop-in: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: ...