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A local resident is facing criminal charges after their involvement in two domestic incidents in two days. On August 11, 2023, shortly before 11:00 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of a domestic dispute on Ontario Street in Wawa. As a result of the investigation, a 63-year-old person from Wawa was ...

Criminal charges have been laid on a Hornepayne resident, following a domestic dispute. On August 11, 2023, shortly after 10:00 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of an Assault in progress on Sixth Avenue in Hornepayne. As a result of the investigation, a 32-year-old person from Hornepayne was arrested ...

August 16, 2023 Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: FANTASTIC FISHIN’ – Looking for that perfect fishing hole? We’ve got you covered. Join Kaitlyn to discover which fish you’ll find where, the best lures for the best catch, and an easy breakdown on fishing regulations within the park. Drop-in: 1:00 PM – 3:00 ...

August 15, 2023 Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay   MEET THE NATURALIST: MAGNIFICENT MOOSE MAGNIFIED – These massive mammals have mastered the challenges that come with living along the cold and rugged shores of Lake Superior. Join Lauren to learn about the impressive adaptations of moose that allow them to thrive in the face of ...

The Nipigon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with the OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) and a helicopter are searching in the Nipigon area. Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing 60 year old male, named Steven SALO. Steven is described as 5’10”, medium build, short brown/grey hair, and blue eyes. He was last seen ...

Members of the Marathon Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment are urging members of the public to contact police in the event you witness aggressive driving behaviors or suspected impaired drivers while traveling along the highways after two separate traffic complaints have resulted in charges for two separate drivers.   On August 23, at approximately 9:00 p.m., members of the Marathon ...

One individual is facing numerous charges as a result of a domestic investigation. On August 1, 2023, shortly after 10:00 a.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of a disturbance near Honey Lake, south of the town of Chapleau. As a result of the investigation, a 31-year-old person from Sault Ste. Marie ...

A Wawa resident is facing charges after causing a disturbance at a local business. On August 10, 2023, shortly before 11:00 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a disturbance on Mission Road in Wawa. As a result of the investigation, Katie GIPSON, 35 years-of-age, of Wawa was arrested and charged with ...

The Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) reminds everyone to be cautious online. On August 3, 2023, officers received a report of an online scam. An individual reported receiving a computer notification where Microsoft was requesting access to their computer. The subject person who alleged that they were with Microsoft told the victim that their computer had ...

One individual is facing charges of Impaired Operation at Neys Provincial Park after Park Wardens alerted members of the Marathon Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment of a possible impaired driver.   On August 5, 2023, at approximately 7:00 p.m., members of the Marathon OPP Detachment were dispatched to Neys Provincial Park as they were alerted by the parks Park Wardens ...

One individual has been pronounced deceased following a collision involving a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) and a passenger motor vehicle. On August 7, 2023, just before 1:00 p.m., members of the Marathon Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment along with Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision involving a passenger motor vehicle and a ...

A huge thank you to the Rotary Club for their very generous donation to the Summer Reading Programs. This donation goes towards books for the TDSRC as well as craft supplies needed and prizes for the various activities throughout the summer. Thank you for your unwavering support of the Wawa Public Library and the children’s programs!

One person is facing criminal charges after causing a disturbance outside a residence in Wawa. On August 6, 2023, shortly after 4:00 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a threats occurrence on Hillcrest Avenue in Wawa. As a result of the investigation, Katie GIPSON, 35 years-of-age, of Wawa, was arrested and ...

A Wawa resident is facing charges following a traffic stop. On August 7, 2023, shortly before 11:00 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting general patrol, when they stopped a motor vehicle on George Street in Wawa. Investigation revealed that the driver’s licence was suspended. A subsequent search of the vehicle yielded a ...

An individual is facing multiple charges after breaking into a business in Wawa. On August 2, 2023, shortly after 1:00 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of a break and enter to a business on Pinewood Drive in Wawa. During the break and enter, damage was done to an exterior door, ...