New Books on the 7- Day Shelf this week are: “Out of Nowhere” by Sandra Brown, “The Keeper of Hidden Books” by Madeline Martin, “Gone Tonight” by Sarah Pekkanen and “The Book Binder” by Pip Williams! En Français, nous avons “Une Belle Vie” par Virginie Grimaldi. Staff Pick of the Week is “The Handmaid’s Tale” by Margaret Atwood. From the ...
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East Algoma OPP – Investigation continues into animal cruelty incident
On August 28, 2023, shortly after 4:00 p.m., members from the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and a Scenes of Crime Officer (SOCO) responded to an incident of animal cruelty in the Iron Bridge area within the Municipality of Huron Shores. Police attended a side road off the Red Rock Dam Road north of Iron Bridge ...
Read More »SE OPP Chapleau – Traffic Complaint leads to Numerous Charges for Driver
A traffic complaint from a concerned citizen has resulted in numerous charges for one individual. On August 27, 2023, shortly after 4:00 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a possible impaired driver on Highway 101 near Chapleau. When officers located the suspect vehicle, the driver initially refused to stop ...
Read More »East Algoma OPP – Investigation continues into fatal ATV Collision
On August 23, 2023, shortly after 3:30 p.m., the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Johnson Township Fire Department, and Algoma Paramedic Services responded to a single All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) collision on Boyer Drive, Johnson Township. Investigation determined an ATV slid down an embankment and rolled on top of one of the occupants. The youth was transported to hospital in Richards ...
Read More »Between the Covers – August 24
New Books on the 7- Day Shelf this week are: “None Of This is True” by Lisa Jewell, “Everyone Here is Lying” by Shari Lapena, “The Collector” by Daniel Silva and “The Bone Hacker” by Kathy Reichs. En Français, nous avons “Juillet Rouge au Matin” par Stéphanie Gauthier, Staff Pick of the Week is “The Dutch House” by Ann ...
Read More »East Algoma OPP – Investigation continues into Stabbing at Esten Lake
On August 21, 2023, at approximately 4:30 a.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called in relation to two people stabbed at Esten Lake in the City of Elliot Lake. Police attended an area near the Esten Lake boat launch where multiple camper trailers are parked. Two people reported being woken up to numerous people in their trailer assaulting ...
Read More »SE OPP Chapleau – Arrest after domestic dispute
A Chapleau resident is facing a criminal charge after damaging property during a domestic dispute. On August 16, 2023, shortly after 12:00 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a domestic dispute on Aberdeen Street in Chapleau. As a result of the investigation, a 33-year-old person from Chapleau was ...
Read More »LSPP – Nature Detectives, Wild Weather, Feathered Friends, Hike and Batty for Bats
Saturday, August 19 Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Rabbit Blanket Lake Campground Gatehouse EXPLORATION STATION: NATURE DETECTIVES – You may not always get to see animals in the park, but they’re out there! Drop by and meet Lauren to explore, observe, and discover the variety of signs wildlife leave behind. Drop-in: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Visitor ...
Read More »Darlene Creating Painting for LDHCF Draw
Renowned Canadian Artist, Darlene Jordan Pfaff is donating an original painting to the Lady Dunn Health Centre Foundation. This beautiful 2 by 3ft painting, valued at $1,200 will be unveiled on October 1st, 2023 at our High Tea Event. The winner will be drawn on November 21st, 2023 at the launch of our annual Wish Campaign. Tickets will be available ...
Read More »LSPP – Pebble Painting, The Bear Necessities, Open Mic and Bump in the Night
Friday, August 18, 2023 Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM ART IN THE PARK: PEBBLE PAINTING – Join Anna to discover the fascinating story of how Lake Superior’s pebble beaches formed while learning a fun technique for capturing the diverse colours and textures of the park’s beautiful rocks using watercolour paints. All painting supplies are provided. Drop-in: 2:00 ...
Read More »Ontario Launches New Program to Protect Caribou
The Ontario government is investing up to $20 million in a new Caribou Conservation Stewardship Program to support projects that maintain and recover caribou populations in the province. The funding will be available to non-profit organizations, Indigenous communities and other groups for conservation activities such as on-the-ground habitat restoration and protection, monitoring, science and research. “Caribou are integral to our ...
Read More »L’Ontario lance un nouveau programme pour protéger le caribou
Le gouvernement de l’Ontario investit jusqu’à 20 millions de dollars dans le nouveau Programme d’intendance pour la conservation du caribou afin d’appuyer des projets qui aideront à maintenir et à rétablir les populations de caribous dans la province. Des subventions seront disponibles aux organisations sans but lucratif, aux communautés autochtones et à d’autres groupes menant des activités de conservation, comme ...
Read More »LSPP – Alien Invaders, Backcountry 101 & Life on the Edge
Events for August 17, 2023 Drop-in: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: ALIEN INVADERS – They attach to our gear, hide in plain sight, and out-compete native species. Drop in with Stuart to learn about the invaders that have snuck into the park and what we can do to help contain their spread! ...
Read More »Nipigon OPP – Individual Located
An individual who was reported missing on August 7, 2023, has been located deceased by members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Aviation Services and members of the OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT). On August 16, 2023, members of the OPP Aviation Services and ERT located an individual who was reported missing on August 7, 2023, deceased in the Nipigon ...
Read More »SE OPP Wawa – Arrest made after domestic dispute at Broadway Business
Criminal charges have been laid following a domestic dispute in Wawa. On August 12, 2023, shortly before 1:00 a.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a domestic dispute at a business on Broadway Avenue. As a result of the investigation, a 54-year-old person from London was arrested and charged ...
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