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Happenings at Wawa First United Church

The congregation welcomes everyone to Worship at First United Church.  Services are held on Sunday at 11:00 a.m.  If anyone has a question or concern please leave a message on the answering machine at the Church 705-856-2926. Thank you to all who made the Outdoor Interdenominational Service at LDHC a great success. The Congregations of St. Paul’s Anglican Church & ...

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Gas and Fuel Tax Cut in Effect July 1

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As part of its plan to keep costs down for Ontario families and businesses, the Ontario government is providing more relief at the pumps by cutting the gas tax by 5.7 cents per litre and the fuel tax by 5.3 cents per litre for six months, beginning July 1. “It has never been more important to get it done and ...

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Happenings at Wawa First United – June 29

The congregation welcomes everyone to Worship at First United Church.  Services are held on Sunday at 11:00 a.m. If anyone has a question or concern please leave a message on the answering machine at the Church 705-856-2926 On Sunday, July 3rd, an Interdenominational Morning Worship will be held outdoors at the Lady Dunn Health Centre at 10:30 a.m. Please bring ...

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Ontario NDP elects Peter Tabuns to be interim leader

NDP MPP Peter Tabuns (Toronto—Danforth) has been elected by the NDP’s provincial council to be the party’s interim leader. “The NDP is honoured that the people of Ontario have asked us, once again, to form the Official Opposition, and I’m humbled to have an opportunity to lead the party for a time,” said Tabuns. “The Ontario NDP Caucus is energized ...

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FISHER, Raymond Brian

Peacefully while surrounded by family on Saturday, June 25th, 2022 at the age of 79 years. Loving husband of 43 years to Catherine Lacey Fisher. Cherished father of Andrew (Natalie) and Martin Fisher. Grandfather of Tayves, Emma-Faye and Everett Fisher. Dear brother of Beverley Fisher-Godin. Predeceased by his brother James Fisher, his sister Cheryl Fisher. Uncle to many nieces and ...

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BELLEY, Lucille

December 20, 1934 – June 22, 2022 Passed away peacefully Wednesday morning with her family by her side. Lucille is now reunited with her late husband Patrick. Loving mother to Debbie (Tom) and Charlene Raby. Proud grandma to Shawn, Neil Jones (Kayla), Tyler Jones (Natalie). Lucille will be forever missed by her great grandchildren Hunter Belley, Rylee Jones, Chase Jones, ...

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Le premier ministre Ford dévoile son nouveau Conseil des ministres

Aujourd’hui, le premier ministre Doug Ford a dévoilé son nouveau Conseils des ministres. L’équipe chevronnée mettra en œuvre le programme ambitieux du gouvernement pour construire les infrastructures qui permettront d’exploiter le plein potentiel économique de la province, notamment des autoroutes, des infrastructures de transport en commun et des routes vers le Cercle de feu. « Face aux importants défis qui ...

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Premier Ford Unveils New Cabinet

Today, Premier Doug Ford unveiled his new cabinet with an experienced team that will deliver on the government’s ambitious agenda to build the infrastructure necessary to unlock the full potential of the province’s economy, including highways, transit and the road to the Ring of Fire. “With big challenges ahead, including an uncertain global economic climate, now is the time for ...

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SE OPP – Missing Fishermen Located

On June 21, 2022, at 8:00 a.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of two overdue fishermen believed to be fishing in the Hornepayne area. The men had arrived from Indiana on June 9, 2022 and were expected home on June 18, 2022. They were travelling in a white 2010 Sunseeker motorhome, ...

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SE OPP – Investigation of Fatal Collision Completed – Charges Laid

Investigation Completed – Charges Laid The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges resulting from the investigation of a fatal collision. On February 20, 2022 at 11:05 a.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the OPP responded to a serious two-vehicle collision near the intersection of Highway 17 and Highway 519, approximately 40 kilometres north of Wawa. The investigation ...

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HENDERSON, Bruce Gordon

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bruce Gordon Henderson, born March 4, 1946, of Lindsay, Ontario. Bruce passed away at Southlake Regional Health Centre on June 13, 2022. He is survived by his sister Dale Evans and her family; partner Lorna Buenviaje; daughters Linsey (Shawn) Tufts and Lisa (Thang) Trinh; grandchildren Deirdre, Caley, Ellie, Selena, ...

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