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On July 12, 2023, shortly after 7:45 p.m., members from the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a request from a local hospital in Richards Landing to locate a patient that left in a blue car. While on route to Richards Landing, OPP received information from members of the Batchewana First Nation Police Service (BFNPS) who ...

A Hornepayne resident is facing criminal charges after a domestic dispute. On July 14, 2023, shortly after 2:00 a.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a domestic dispute on Neesomadina Avenue in Hornepayne. As a result of the investigation, a 33-year-old person from Hornepayne was arrested and charged with ...

Police charges neighbour and within 10 minutes of being released the person breached their conditions. On July 15, 2023, members from the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a complaint of on-going issues with one tenant at an apartment building on South Street in the Town of Hilton Beach.   Investigation determined that on July ...

Passed away peacefully with her family by her side at the Lady Dunn Health Centre on Saturday, July 15, 2023 at the age of 80 years. Beloved wife of Léo-Paul for 60 years. Precious mother of Lynn Kingston (Wilson), Annette Lytwenko (David) and Lorraine Albert (Fern). Loving and proud mémére of Alexander (Jake), Veronica (Chance), Mallory (Tyler), Shelby, Jamie (D.J.) ...

One of the greatest perks that many Northern families enjoy is being able to go to camp to be surrounded by natural beauty and solitude, just minutes from home. Some of us can even go there daily after work. I know a family who frequently enjoys having their kids come to camp with little ones. When I stopped to chat ...

L’un des plus grands avantages que les nombreuses familles du Nord apprécient est de pouvoir aller au camp et être entourées de beauté naturelle. Certains d’entre nous peuvent même y aller tous les jours après le travail. Je connais une famille qui aime que leur petit-enfant vienne camper avec eux. Quand je me suis arrêté pour discuter avec un voisin, ...

Jul 16, 2023 at 08:05 Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM   MEET THE NATURALIST: BUSY BEAVER LIVES – Are you as busy as a beaver? Find out with Stuart as you explore some amazing beaver adaptations and discover what a day in their life might look like! 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM   GUIDED HIKE: A COASTAL EXPERIENCE – ...

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one person with murder in connection with a death in the Town of Marathon. On July 15, 2023, just before 1:30 a.m., members of the Marathon OPP Detachment responded to an incident where one individual was located with life-threatening injuries. Emergency Medical Services transported the victim to hospital where they were later pronounced ...

Jul 15, 2023 at 08:05 Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: RAPTUROUS RAPTORS – Being the deadliest bird in the sky doesn’t mean life is a breeze. Join Stuart to learn more about how birds of prey hunt and why their role in the local ecosystem is vital to healthy forest communities. Drop-in: ...

Guided Hike ‘Sand River Migration’ July 14th, 2023 Drop-in: 11:00 – 1:00 p.m. Pingiusibi (Sand River) Join Zane for a short walk along the Pingiusibi (Sand River) and experience a traditional migration route for the Anishinaabeg. Learn how the Anishinaabe use the moon phases and the cycles of Mother Earth to travel with the seasons. From the ripening of edible ...

If you drop by the Wawa Public Library, you will notice a new look! The recent installation of the new Wawa Public Library sign was produced with a collaboration from the Board and staff of the Wawa Public Library, graphic designer Lyra Jarrell and Jim Aquino owner/proprietor of PDQ signs. Since childhood, Lyra has enjoyed arts, crafts, music, and all ...

Special thanks to Pam and Kevin Sabourin for coming to our rescue and going to the hospital taking care of things. To Kathy and Vangie for quick responses to my behind the scene emails, and to Barry and Crystal for being such great neighbours. You can’t beat the people of Wawa for jumping into action with love & support when ...

We regret to announce the unexpected passing of Jessica at the Sault Area Hospital on Saturday, July 8th, 2023 at the age of 28 years. Jessica will be deeply missed by her parents Sherry Stone and Clint Cadreau. A loving mother to Braiden. Dear sister of Xavier Stone and C.J. Cadreau. Cherished granddaughter of the late Gilbert Stone Sr. and ...

Meet the Naturalist: Anishinaabe Moon Cycle Teachings July 12th, 2023 Drop-in: 10:00 – 12:00 Noon Agawa Bay Visitor Centre The moon phases coincide     with the cycle of Mother Earth has traditionally taught the Anishinaabeg how to live with the seasons.   From animal migration patterns to the ripening of edible plants, visit Zane to learn about what the      ...

The Restricted Fire Zone previously in place for the entire Fire Region of Ontario has been lifted, effective Tuesday, July 11, at 16:00 hrs. The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry would like to thank Ontarians and visitors for doing their part to help prevent forest fires and keep communities safe. Please continue to use extreme caution and follow Ontario’s ...