It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dom on Saturday, December 7, 2025, in Chapleau at the age of 48. Loving and devoted father of Yanick (Hailey), Ellia (Drake), and Maxim, whose lives were his greatest pride. Cherished son of Louise (Guy), and the late Serge. Grandson of Madeleine Perron-Thibeault (late Magella) and the late Rose ...
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WOODS, Dorothy
Dorothy Woods, passed away on December 7, 2025, at the age of 77, surrounded by the love of her family. A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother; Dorothy’s life was defined by kindness, generosity, and a deep love for those around her. She is lovingly remembered by her husband of 55 years Peter Woods, and her children Natalie (Sean), Jamie (Jess), ...
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Passed away suddenly at the age of 79 on December 5, 2025, in Wawa. Andre is survived by his spouse, Claudette. Loving father to Annette Paquette (Pierre), Renee Spooner (Reg). Cherished grandpapa to Glenn (Nicole), Alicia (Mariusz), Devon (Racheal), Joel (Jessie), Tyrel (Jenna), Sara (Tyler), Lyanne and great grandpapa to Xavier, Chloe, Andie, Jayce. Andre worked as a logger for ...
Read More »LDHCF Launches Wish Campaign 2025
There’s a chill in the air, and that means it’s time for the LDHCF’s annual Wish Campaign! The campaign launches on Friday, December 5, 2025, and runs until Thursday, January 15, 2026. Every household in Wawa, White River, Hawk Junction, Missanabie, and Dubreuilville will receive a flyer in their mailbox asking for support to purchase 10 new hospital beds. Most ...
Read More »Happenings at Wawa First United – December 3 First Sunday of Advent
Last Sunday was the First Sunday of Advent. Are you ready for the coming of the Christ Child? There are so many things to do. In many churches the Advent Wreath is is placed in front of the Congregation and each Sunday a candle is lit, Together, the four Advent candles represent a journey of hope, peace, joy and love, ...
Read More »Giving Tuesday – Support the LDHCF this year!
The Lady Dunn Health Centre Foundation has participated in the Giving Tuesday initiative for the past 7 years. It is a time when people around the world come together to celebrate giving and participate in activities that support charities and non-profits; to thank, help, give, show kindness, and share what they have with those in need. Every act of generosity ...
Read More »DOUGHERTY, Allen James
December 27, 1954 – November 25, 2025 Allen passed away peacefully at the Lady Dunn Health Centre, Wawa on Tuesday November 25, 2025 at the age of 70 years. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Cremation took place at River’s Edge Cremation Centre, Sault Ste. Marie. A celebration of his life will be held ...
Read More »Happenings at Wawa First United – November 27
Last Sunday was the Reign of Christ Sunday. We joined service with St.John’s United in Marathon and the guest Speaker was Melody Duncanson-Hales. She serves as Community of Faith Support Minister on the Canadian Shield Regional Council. Here is a portion of her Sunday message. “And is it true? The most tremendous tale of all, seen in a stained-glass windows ...
Read More »East Algoma OPP – Arrest made in Elliot Lake Fires
The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a person in relation to numerous fires in Elliot Lake between September 24, 2024, and July 8, 2025. Police investigated a series of arsons which occurred in the City of Elliot Lake resulting in numerous structure and motor vehicle fires. After a lengthy and comprehensive investigation, the OPP arrested a person on ...
Read More »East Algoma OPP – Witnesses Sought in November 24th Fatal Collision
On November 24, 2025, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a serious Motor Vehicle Collision (MVC) on Causley Street (Highway 17) in Blind River. At approximately 5:15 p.m. police and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a collision involving an eastbound Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) and cyclist. The cyclist was pronounced deceased at the scene and the ...
Read More »SE OPP Chapleau – Driver Charged with Impaired Driving
Nov 21, 2025 at 07:09 The Superior East Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a vehicle at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) checkpoint at Hwy 129 and Hwy 667. On Sunday November 2, 2025, at approximately 4:20 p.m., members of the Superior East OPP Detachment observed open alcohol in the vehicle. Officers determined the driver had consumed alcohol. The driver ...
Read More »SE OPP Chapleau – Novice Driver Charged with Impaired Driving
Nov 21, 2025 at 07:09 The Superior East Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged a young driver under Ontario’s zero tolerance law at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program. On Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at approximately 11:45 p.m., members of the Superior East OPP Detachment stopped a vehicle at a RIDE checkpoint on Monk Street in the Town of Chapleau. ...
Read More »CORNISH, Mark Edward Frederick
August 13, 1944 — November 17, 2025 It is with great sadness and regret that we announce the death of Mark Edward Frederick Cornish on Monday, November 17, at the Chattanooga Memorial Hospital. He was 81. Born in Belleville, Ontario, Canada, Mark was employed as a news reporter at a daily newspaper in Sudbury before going on to work as ...
Read More »SE OPP – Festive RIDE Campaign Begins
This holiday season, the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) will be on the lookout for impaired drivers and keeping Ontario roads safe for everyone. The Festive RIDE campaign has become a familiar and important part of the holiday season and will begin on Thursday, November 20, 2025, and continues throughout the holidays until Thursday, January 1, ...
Read More »Happenings at Wawa First United – November 19
What are your biggest worries right now? What is your spiritual practice when you have fears and worries? God did not promise us a perfect life once we believe and are part of God’s people. Even as followers of Jesus, we will find ourselves in situations where our faith is tested by a world that pushes us into uncomfortable circumstances ...
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