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There’s a chill in the air, and that means it’s time for the LDHCF’s annual Wish Campaign! The campaign launches on Friday, December 5, 2025, and runs until Thursday, January 15, 2026. Every household in Wawa, White River, Hawk Junction, Missanabie, and Dubreuilville will receive a flyer in their mailbox asking for support to purchase 10 new hospital beds. Most ...

The Lady Dunn Health Centre Foundation has participated in the Giving Tuesday initiative for the past 7 years. It is a time when people around the world come together to celebrate giving and participate in activities that support charities and non-profits; to thank, help, give, show kindness, and share what they have with those in need. Every act of generosity ...

December 27, 1954 – November 25, 2025 Allen passed away peacefully at the Lady Dunn Health Centre, Wawa on Tuesday November 25, 2025 at the age of 70 years.   He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.   Cremation took place at River’s Edge Cremation Centre, Sault Ste. Marie. A celebration of his life will be held ...

The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a person in relation to numerous fires in Elliot Lake between September 24, 2024, and July 8, 2025. Police investigated a series of arsons which occurred in the City of Elliot Lake resulting in numerous structure and motor vehicle fires. After a lengthy and comprehensive investigation, the OPP arrested a person on ...

On November 24, 2025, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a serious Motor Vehicle Collision (MVC) on Causley Street (Highway 17) in Blind River. At approximately 5:15 p.m. police and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a collision involving an eastbound Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) and cyclist. The cyclist was pronounced deceased at the scene and the ...

Nov 21, 2025 at 07:09 The Superior East Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a vehicle at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) checkpoint at Hwy 129 and Hwy 667. On Sunday November 2, 2025, at approximately 4:20 p.m., members of the Superior East OPP Detachment observed open alcohol in the vehicle. Officers determined the driver had consumed alcohol. The driver ...

Nov 21, 2025 at 07:09 The Superior East Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged a young driver under Ontario’s zero tolerance law at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program. On Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at approximately 11:45 p.m., members of the Superior East OPP Detachment stopped a vehicle at a RIDE checkpoint on Monk Street in the Town of Chapleau. ...

August 13, 1944 — November 17, 2025 It is with great sadness and regret that we announce the death of Mark Edward Frederick Cornish on Monday, November 17, at the Chattanooga Memorial Hospital. He was 81. Born in Belleville, Ontario, Canada, Mark was employed as a news reporter at a daily newspaper in Sudbury before going on to work as ...

This holiday season, the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) will be on the lookout for impaired drivers and keeping Ontario roads safe for everyone. The Festive RIDE campaign has become a familiar and important part of the holiday season and will begin on Thursday, November 20, 2025, and continues throughout the holidays until Thursday, January 1, ...

Peacefully passed away at the Lady Dunn Health Centre (Long Term Care) on Sunday, November 16, 2025 at the age of 76. Beloved husband of the late Denise. Loving father of Tammy Nelson (John) and Chad Lavoie. Cherished grandfather of Justin Lavoie, Cora and Hanah Nelson. Dear brother of Germaine Proulx (Marcel), Gerry Lavoie (Cathy), Laureat Lavoie (Lise), late Pierette ...

It is with profound sadness, we announce the passing of Mark on Monday, November 10, 2025 at the Algoma Residential Community Hospice (ARCH), after a courageous and relentless battle with cancer. He was 65. Mark was the devoted husband of Lyn, the loving father of Sydney (Aaron) and Alex, and papa of August. He was the beloved son of Gail and the late Luigi Mazzonello. Cherished brother of Teri Kasper ...

After a brief battle with cancer Bob decided to proceed with the MAID program on Saturday, November 8, 2025, he was in his 84th year. Predeceased by his mother Mary Woods, and beloved sister Sharon. Survived by his sons Derek, Brent (Priscilla) and Todd and sister Brenda Wasilewski. He will be missed by his grandchildren Ryker, Cam, Cole and Jake. Bob ...

It’s that time of year again for our annual Fall By Hand Festival.  Not sure why we call it the “Fall” festival as it seems to be more of a “Christmas” festival.  Either way, it has been the Fall By Hand Festival for over 40 years.  It generally happens on the third Saturday of November and that is this weekend. ...

The 2025 Mining Showcase, held October 2–3 at the Wawa Community Centre, welcomed more than 250 high school students from Chapleau, Dubreuilville, White River, and Wawa for an immersive, hands-on introduction to the mining industry. The event featured over 20 interactive stations, including mining simulators, safety demonstrations, engineering exhibits, and career exploration booths. Students engaged directly with professionals from across ...

The Wawa Christmas Hamper Fund is launching their annual holiday hamper program for families within our communities that need a helping hand. This year, it is our intent to do what we do best in Wawa – come together as a community to support each other. For over 60 years we have been operating this program through our charitable organization. ...