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Between the Covers – June 12

New books on the 7-Day Shelf this week are; “Fire with Fire” by Candice Fox and “Clive Cussler Fire Strike” by Mide Maden. En Français, nous avons “L’Affaire Henry Cross” par René Vézina.   STAFF PICK OF THE WEEK is “Untamed” by Glennon Doyle. From the book jacket: Soulful and uproarious, forceful and tender, Untamed is both an intimate memoir and a ...

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East Algoma OPP – Charges laid after backyard fire in RFZ

On June 7, 2023, shortly after 9:15 p.m., members from the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call to assist the Blind River Fire Department at a residence on Solomon Street in the Town of Blind River in relation to somebody having a fire during the current fire ban. Upon police arrival, the fire in ...

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East Algoma OPP – Charges laid after bonfire in RFZ

On June 6, 2023, at approximately 4:30 p.m., the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to assist the Elliot Lake Fire Department at a residence on Bennett Drive in relation to somebody having a bonfire during the current fire ban. Police attended the residence and located a person in the backyard attempting to put the fire out. The owner ...

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Thunder Bay OPP – Investigation continues into fatal collision

The Thunder Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment is investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision. On June 8, 2023, just before 6:30 a.m., members of the Thunder Bay OPP along with Emergency Medical Services responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision on Highway 11/17 involving a pick-up truck and commercial motor vehicle. Upon emergency services arriving on scene, one ...

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Happenings at Wawa First United Church – Trinity Sunday

“Today is Trinity Sunday. According to the lectionary, we celebrate the Triune God annually on the Sunday following Pentecost. We Christians believe in one God who exists as three distinct Persons: God, Christ, and the Holy Spirit. This concept may be difficult to understand mathematically, but the belief in the Trinity is very important to the Christian faith. Around the ...

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Why does the Lady Dunn Health Centre Foundation fundraise and ask for donations?

Why does the Lady Dunn Health Centre Foundation fundraise and ask for donations? 50/50 raffles, Catch the Ace, wine tasting, golf tournaments, giving programs, and Trivia nights. These are only some of the ways the Lady Dunn Health Centre Foundation attempts to raise money to support our local hospital. Why does the Lady Dunn Health Centre Foundation have to fundraise ...

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Schreiber OPP – Impaired Charges Laid after Collision

A 19-year-old individual from Schreiber is facing multiple charges including impaired operation resulting from a motor vehicle collision (MVC).   On June 3, 2023, at approximately 2:45 a.m., members of the Schreiber Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Superior North Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Terrace Bay Fire Department responded to a report of a single vehicle MVC on the Mill Road, north ...

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Chronique de Queen’s Park – La santé reste une priorité

Alors que je réfléchissais à des sujets pour la chronique de cette semaine, compilant une liste dans mon esprit, il m’est venu à la connaissance que j’ai écrite sur les questions de santé à plusieurs reprises au cours des derniers mois. J’étais sur le point de dépasser le sujet quand j’ai senti une étincelle électrique claquer dans ma conscience. Bien ...

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News from the Park – Healthcare remains a priority

As I was mulling over topics for this week’s column, compiling a list in my mind, it occurred to me that I’ve written about healthcare issues several times in recent months. I was about to toss out the topic when I felt an electric spark snap in my mind. Of course! It’s a major issue that is hurting many thousands ...

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O’ LEARY, James Vincent “Diamond”

February 18, 1945 – May 20, 2023 It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our father, grandfather, and brother. Survived by his beloved son Terry O’Leary (Nerisse Drona) and his daughters Naiomi O’Leary, Priscilla O’Leary (Brent Woods), granddaughter Niya and grandsons Cole, Jake and Cameron. He is predeceased by his daughter Stephanie, his parents Isobel “Dolly” Blimkie, ...

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Mayor Hart – June 2nd Update

June 2, 4:45pm UPDATE Our current status remains ‘NO THREAT’ The outlook for the next 72 hours is ‘no change’. The sprinkler system is still being expanded. Please slow down and use caution when driving over the hoses that are crossing streets. Cones and ramps and signs are in place. ************************************************* While our condition remains stable and no threat the ...

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East Algoma OPP – Individual charged with fail to comply with probation order

On May 31, 2023, at approximately 9:30 p.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on general patrol when they noticed people having a campfire near Spruce Beach during the current fire ban. Police recognized the individuals and knew they were breaching prior release conditions by being together. Additionally, there were arrest warrants out for one of the two ...

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Mayor Hart – June 1st Update

There is still NO THREAT to the community. Much of the Perimeter Supression system has now been installed in the community. This is a precautionary measure in accordance with our Action Management Plan. Please make sure that you do not move or relocate any of the lines. Do not park on any portion of the hose. This is one of ...

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Sault Police Warn Against Leaving Pets in Hot Vehicles

With temperatures on the rise, the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service is urging citizens of Sault Ste. Marie and Prince Township to not leave their pets in hot vehicles – for any length of time. Even if the windows are cracked open, temperatures inside a vehicle can quickly becoming dangerous for pets because of their limited capacity to deal with ...

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SE OPP – Person arrested and charged with Spousal Assault

A resident of Hornepayne is facing a criminal charge following a domestic dispute. On May 30, 2023, shortly after 3:00 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of a domestic dispute that had occurred on Ecomadina Avenue in Hornepayne. As a result of the investigation, a 37-year-old person, from Hornepayne, was arrested ...

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