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RENAULT, Stephen Francis

November 20, 1947 – November 6, 2025 The family is saddened to announce the death of Stephen Renault in the Brantford General Hospital on Nov. 6th, 2025 in his 78th year. Born in the Hawk Junction Red Cross Outpost Hospital, Stephen lived for 3 years in High Falls where his father managed the Great Lakes Power Plant, then the family ...

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Michipicoten River Village – Voluntary Water Conservation Requested

Please be advised that municipal employees are currently performing emergency repairs on a water main pipe providing water to residents in the Mission. The repairs are expected to take place between Friday, March 27 and Saturday, March 28, 2026. While staff aims to complete this work with contractors as quick as possible, we believe there will be minimal disruption in ...

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SnoRiders advise that D South Trail closed just south of Wawa

Mar 26, 2026 at 09:04 From social media “Trail is closed due to major water line break south of town. There is NO way for sleds to get around this, please use alternate route across Wawa lake and Wawa 5 if leaving or coming into town. This will add 6-7 km if you are coming up the Dsouth“. This was ...

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KUYEK, Carmelle

Peacefully, at the age of 94 with her family by her side on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, after many years of living and struggling with dementia. Carmelle was the beloved wife of the late Bill Kuyek and loving mother to Marcy (Bill Gillespie), Tim, Doreen (Heikki Pulkkinen), and Cindy (Harvey West) (late Ken Lamon). Cherished Grandma to Len, Wendy, Thomas, ...

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SABOURIN, Floyd

Went to be with his Creator and the family that went before him, on Sunday March 22, 2026 at the Wilson Memorial Hospital, Marathon at the age of 77 years.   Dear son of the late Laura and Robert Sabourin. Loving brother of Marilyn Swanson (late Martin), late Noreen Sabourin, the late Claire Sabourin, the late Abel Sabourin (Angie), late ...

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First United Church Thrift Shop News

It is with regret that we announce we will not be hosting a Spring Thrift Shop this year.  Unfortunately, the recent mild spell caused water issues in our main hall downstairs.  We anticipate, possibly, more issues as all our snow melts.  This has caused a safety issue as tiles are lifting in the hall. Please do not drop off donations ...

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Ontario SPCA welcomes Northern animals

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society has welcomed 22 cats and five dogs from Northern communities to help them find homes through its adoption program, bringing the total number of animals transferred for adoption to more than 150 so far in 2026. The cats and dogs, some of whom travelled nearly 2,000 kilometres, arrived on March 14 and are now ...

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Michipicoten Hiking Club is looking for your help

Do you enjoy hiking in the Wawa region? The Voyageur Trail Association (VTA) could use your help! Did you know that the Michipicoten Hiking Club has been clearing trails in the Wawa area since 1977? There are over 14 km of wilderness hiking trails maintained by the Michipicoten Hiking Club of the VTA within easy reach of Wawa, and we ...

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Current Road Closures (Map) (03-17, 15:27)

Mar 17, 2026 at 15:27 Mar 17, 2026 at 14:01 Mar 17, 2026 at 07:35 Mar 17, 2026 at 07:27 Mar 16, 2026 at 20:51 Mar 16, 2026 at 17:10 Mar 16, 2026 at 15:00 Mar 16, 2026 at 12:25 Mar 16, 2026 at 10:00 Mar 16, 2026 at 08:41 Mar 16, 2026 at 06:27 Mar 16, 2026 at 05:36 ...

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NE OPP – Storm & Road Closure Update (03-17, 9:16)

Mar 17, 2026 at 09:16 The following road closures remain in effect. Snowplow operators are working hard along several roadways to improve driving conditions. Once reopened, please use extra caution when driving and leave extra space from the vehicle in front of you. Periodic updates to follow. ROADS CLOSED: Hwy 11: North Bay to Longlac Hwy 144: Cartier to Timmins ...

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Between the Covers – March 17

NEW BOOKS on the 7- Day Shelf this week are “My Husband’s Wife” by Alice Feeney, “It’s Not Her” by Mary Kubica, “Dear Debbie” by Freida McFadden and “Make It Out Alive” by Allison Brennan. En Français, nous avons “Le M Club” par Patrick Senécal.   STAFF PICK OF THE WEEK IS “The Frozen River” by Ariel Lawhon. Goodreads rating ...

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North East OPP – Driving Advisory

Mar 16, 2026 at 06:20 The following road closures are in effect due to severe weather, poor visibility, and deteriorating road conditions. Motorists are urged to: Avoid travel unless absolutely necessary Monitor www.511on.ca and www.municipal511.ca for real-time updates Check www.weather.gc.ca for weather updates ROADS CLOSED: Hwy 6: Little Current to Espanola Hwy 11: North Bay to Longlac Hwy 17: Wawa ...

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Nelson, Lori Ellen

February 16, 1958 – March 5, 2026 Surrounded by the love of her family, Lori passed away peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital. She leaves behind a wide circle of friends who adored her, a family who cherished her, and her constant companion, her beloved Maggie. Lori was born to Bud and Isabel Nelson and raised in Wawa, Ontario, was ...

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