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We are devastated to announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather Jim Walsh at the age of 73 years in Sault Ste Marie on Thursday, August 15, 2024. Jim was six months old when his first death certificate was issued. He gave death a tiny middle finger and went on to survive his parents Leo ...

March 9, 1958 – August 7, 2024 Despite the hand in life Gary was dealt and the many challenges he faced, he never complained. He always had a positive attitude. Gary was a great support to Dad and his brother Earl. Born in Wawa on March 9, 1958, Gary enjoyed his childhood and summers at the cottage, swimming and boating, ...

There is growing interest not only in mining lithium in Northwestern Ontario, but also in processing it locally. Northern Policy Institute’s latest publication finds that Northwestern Ontario can provide the labour needed for a lithium-processing facility. Lithium processing facilities require workers that are trained in numerous professions: mechanics, millwrights, instrument technicians, supervisors, control and process operators, steamfitters and electricians. To ...

MPP Michael Mantha made the following statement regarding the ONDP arbitration/Mortimer Investigation: “The last two years have been very challenging, but it is time to move past this matter. While I disagree with some of the characterizations made, on the advice of my legal counsel I will not be commenting further at this time. It is my honour to represent ...

Split the Pot Lottery is back with more winners than ever! From August 7 to September 18, this collaborative fundraising effort supports 62 participating hospitals across Ontario and offers players 64 total chances to win — 51 chances to win early bird prizes totaling $102,000 and 13 chances to win a split of the grand prize payout, estimated to be ...

Passed away suddenly with his family by his side on Saturday, August 3, 2024 at the Lady Dunn Health Centre at the age of 58 years.   Beloved husband of Tracey (nee Dorey) Davidson for 14 years. Loving and proud father of Serenity. Dear son of Alva and the late William “Bill” Davidson. Brother of Cathy Edison (John), Douglas Davidson ...

Police have successfully concluded a seven-year death investigation using investigative genetic genealogy (IGG). On July 30, 2017, a hiker located human remains on a cliff overlooking Montreal River Harbour, approximately an hour north of Sault Ste. Marie. As a result, members of the Superior East Wawa Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began an investigation under the direction of ...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of a beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and great grandmother – Kathleen (Kathy) Margaret (Woods) Moore in her 87th year, at the Ottawa General Hospital, on Monday, August 5th, 2024. Beloved wife of the love of her life, of 68 years, William (Bill). Loving mother of Billy (late Monique), ...

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding motorists that being a safe, attentive driver means keeping an eye out for emergency vehicles and tow trucks on the roadside, slowing down and moving over a lane when it is safe to do so. Not only is it the law, but it’s the only way to ensure police and other emergency workers ...

One person is in hospital and two youths have been charged following a stabbing incident in Batchewana First Nation. On July 30, 2024, at approximately 3:30 a.m., the Batchewana First Nation Police Service and the Sault Ste. Marie Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a person with stab wounds in a parking lot on ...

On July 29, 2024, shortly after 8:30 p.m., members from the Sault Ste Marie Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a threat’s complaint on Robertson Road in the Town of Goulais River. Investigation determined there have been ongoing issues with a certain tenant and the complainant who both reside at the same apartment building on Robertson Road. ...

Cat dies after being shot with low calibre firearm. On July 27, 2024, shortly after 12:00 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an animal complaint where a cat was shot on River Road in the Town of Blind River. Investigation determined on July 26, 2024, at approximately 5:30 p.m., the owner let the ...

L’été bat enfin son plein à travers Algoma-Manitoulin, et avec lui vient une appréciation renouvelée pour toutes les choses que notre région a à offrir. Évidemment, nous sommes bénis avec des ressources naturelles abondantes dans notre coin de la province. Nous avons un accès facile à des lacs immaculés, des forêts, des sentiers de randonnée et des terrains de camping, ...

Summer is finally in full swing across Algoma-Manitoulin, and with it comes a renewed appreciation for all the things that our part of the world has to offer. Most obviously, we are blessed with abundant natural resources in our corner of the province. We have ready access to pristine lakes, forests, hiking trails, and campgrounds, which provide we Northerners with ...

Michael Parsa, Minister of Children, Community and Social Services, and Michael Kerzner, Solicitor General, released the following statement: “Today is World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. It is an opportunity to raise awareness about human trafficking, recognize the courage of victims and survivors and acknowledge the vital work being done to end this heinous crime. This year’s theme, ‘Leave No ...