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SCOTT, George M.

June 9, 1941 – December 2, 2021 George passed away peacefully at home after a struggle with cancer. Predeceased by his parents Hank & Barbara Scott of Wawa, ON and his only sibling Bill, as well as his sister-in-law Jeanne and brothers-in-law David, George and Richard Renault. George is survived by the love of his life and best friend, wife ...

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SE OPP Chapeau – lay charges after collision on Sultan Road

On November 28, 2021 at approximately 3:07 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Sultan Industrial Road near Chapleau. Further investigation resulted in the seizure of five hand guns, firearm accessories and ammunition. As a result, Ashley MURLEY, 30-years-of-age, of Thunder Bay has been charged with ...

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SE OPP White River – Charge person after domestic dispute

On December 2, 2021, at approximately 12:44 a.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a domestic dispute on Winnipeg Street in White River. As a result of the investigation, a 40-year-old person, from White River, was arrested and charged with the following: Assault – Spousal, contrary to section 266 ...

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Giving Tuesday – Outstanding!

Outstanding! Together we raised $11,455 in a span of 24 hours. This includes the matching $1700 donation from Northern Lights Ford and their staff.  Thank you Ford for your continued sponsorship of this event and thank you to each and every one of our donors.  We certainly could not have done this without you.  Your generosity allows us to support ...

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SE OPP Wawa lay charges in Tamarack Collision

On November 29, 2021 at approximately 5:08 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Tamarack Avenue in Wawa. As a result of the investigation, Kyle WELLINGS, 38-years-of-age, of Kitchener was charged with the following: Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs, contrary to section 320.14(1)(a) of ...

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2021 Municipal Staff Appreciation And Service Recognition Awards

The Municipal Council and employees gathered to recognize and thank all staff for their dedication and hard work.   Five Year Service Recognition Awards were given out to CEO/Head Librarian, Colleen Abbott as well as Manuela Batovanja, Deputy Treasurer and Heather Rainville, Revenue Associate.   Also receiving a Five Years Service Recognition Award is Yannick Casavant. Yannick is a valued ...

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From the Branch – December 1

December is here and this year there are not many Christmas parties at Legion Hall, so slim pickings four business. Our next meeting will be on December 9th at 7.00 pm   I just enjoyed a delicious meal delivered to me by our Ladies Auxiliary, “Thanks a Lot Gals. It was Yummy.”   We can set our eyes on 2022 ...

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Hornepayne To Receive Additional Funding

The Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry (MNDMNRF) has recently announced a new program that will provide annual funding for the next five (5) years to help support infrastructure projects in northern municipalities. Through the Northern Ontario Resource Development Support (NORDS) program, the Township of Hornepayne is set to receive $69,586/year over the next 5 years to ...

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Happenings at Wawa First United Church – December 1

In-Person Worship Services will continue on December 05, 2021 at 11:00 a.m., with the second Sunday of Advent. All are welcome. Covid-19 protocols will be followed. We extend a very warm welcome to Minhyuk (Min) Hwang  a Student Minister & his wife Sena Kim to our Church. The Christmas Star of Lights is shining above the front door of the ...

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Between the Covers – December 1

This week’s New Books are “A Darker Reality” by Anne Perry, “The Jailhouse Lawyer” by James Patterson and Nancy Allen, “Apples Never Fall” by Liane Moriarty and “Rock Paper Scissors” by Alice Feeney.   Our Staff Pick of the Week is “Chasing the Night” by Iris Johansen”. (from book jacket)  A CIA agent’s two-year-old child was stolen in the night ...

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SE OPP Charge Wawa Man with Multiple offences after traffic stop

On November 25, 2021 at approximately 12:12 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Churchill Avenue in Wawa. During the investigation, the driver was found to be prohibited from operating a motor vehicle. The driver was also found to be breaching their court ordered conditions, and in possession of ...

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SE OPP Charge Wawa Man with Impaired

On November 27, 2021 at approximately 12:07 a.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Klondike Street in Wawa. During the investigation, the driver was found to be impaired by drug. The driver was also prohibited from operating a motor vehicle. As a result, Kristopher MOKROER-MAKOWSKI, 30 years-of-age, of Wawa ...

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SE OPP Investigate Break & Enters to Seasonal Properties

The Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is warning residents about a recent rise in break and enter occurrences to seasonal properties. Since November 1, 2021, Superior East OPP has responded to 13 break and enters in the area, six at unoccupied residences. Police are reminding people that locking doors and windows is important, but not always ...

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Entretien hivernal des routes – encore une fois

Quand j’étais un jeune garçon à la maison, il y avait une charmante dame qui vivait en bas de la rue de chez nous. Elle était toujours joyeuse. Mes frères et moi avions l’habitude de dire qu’elle était vieille, mais elle était probablement plus jeune que je le suis aujourd’hui. Comme on dit, tout est dans l’œil du spectateur. Je ...

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Winter Highway Maintenance – again

When I was just a young lad back home, there was a lovely lady who lived down the street from my family.  She was always bright and cheerful.  My brothers and I used to say she was old, but looking back, she was likely younger than I am now. But, as they say, it is all in the eye of ...

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