Local & Area News

CPKC has released this year’s Holiday Train Schedule. The Holiday Train will be stopping in Chapleau, White River, Mobert, Marathon, Schreiber, Nipigon, before heading to Thunder Bay. There is no stop scheduled for Dubreuilville this year. This is the 26th year for the Holiday Train. Touring with the train this year through Northern Ontario is Tyler Shaw, and Shawnee Kish. ...

Weather: Today – Sunny. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 late this morning. High 11. Wind chill -7 this morning. UV index 3 or moderate. Tonight – Clear. Wind southwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light this evening. Low +2. Northeast Forest Fire Region Update: There are 10 active wildland fires in the Northeast Region: 1 is ...

Ontario parents who have experienced a stillbirth now can receive a commemorative document in remembrance of their child. The Ontario government is also removing the associated cost and simplifying the process of obtaining a certified copy of stillbirth registration. “A stillbirth is a heartbreaking experience for any family. Our government understands the importance of honouring the memory of a lost ...

Thank you again to Joanie Clement for sharing her beautiful artwork with us and for helping us celebrate First Nation Public Library Week! Thank you also to everyone who came out to the Adult Craft and kids Story and Craft Club to make the Native Wall Art. We hope you enjoyed the activity! Our grand finale for the week was ...

Weather: Today – Cloudy with 40% chance of flurries or drizzle. Risk of freezing drizzle early this morning. Wind north 30 km/h gusting to 60. High plus 5. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Mainly cloudy. Clearing after midnight. Wind north 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light late this evening. Low -3. Wind chill -5 overnight. Northeast Forest ...

Today, Premier Doug Ford issues the following statement on Thanksgiving: “This Thanksgiving, I want to extend my best wishes to everyone celebrating this holiday across Ontario as we take stock and give thanks for the blessings of the past year. Ontario is a place of incredible natural beauty. Our cities and towns are bustling with culture, innovation and a spirit ...

Le premier ministre Doug Ford a fait la déclaration suivante à l’occasion de l’Action de grâce : « Cette Action de grâce, je tiens à partager mes meilleurs vœux avec tous ceux qui célèbrent cette fête partout en Ontario alors que nous faisons le bilan et nous exprimons notre gratitude pour les bienfaits de la dernière année. L’Ontario est un ...

Weather: Today – A mix of sun and cloud. 30 percent chance of flurries early this morning. Wind becoming north 20 km/h gusting to 40 late this morning. High 7. UV index 2 or low. Tonight – Partly cloudy. 30 percent chance of flurries overnight. Wind north 20 km/h gusting to 40. Low minus 1. Northeast Forest Fire Region Update: ...

Weather: Today – Sunny. High 11. UV index 3 or moderate. Tonight – Clear. Becoming partly cloudy this evening. Low plus 1. Northeast Forest Fire Region Update: There are 9 active wildland fires in the Northeast Region; 1 is not under control and 8 are being observed. The fire hazard is low to moderate across the Northeast Region with two ...

Oct 12, 2024 at 00:51 The East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested two people in relation to an ongoing death investigation. On July 6, 2024, police were called after an unknown person with no vital signs was left at a hospital in Blind River. The person was transported to hospital by two individuals in a ...

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Edward Roy announce his peaceful passing on October 5, 2024, at the Sault Area Hospital in his 78th year. Beloved husband of Diana Lea Marie (nee Lalonde) Roy of 51 years. Ed was the loving and proud father of Robby and Terry Roy of Wawa, Ontario. Cherished grandfather of Jamie (Jose) ...

Even if you’ve taken drugs or have some on you, the Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act can protect you. Opioid overdoses are claiming the lives of thousands of people across Ontario and are steadily increasing. The statistics and numbers related to overdoses do not capture the profound distress being felt by those impacted. Observers may hesitate to call 911 in ...

Les Loups from École Saint-Joseph (Wawa) were a standout on the field! The senior’s soccer team won first place during a local tournament after winning their 5 consecutive games against other teams from the area. The students demonstrated tremendous team and school spirit! Congratulations to all the young athletes and to Kael Dechamplain (grade 8) who was awarded the title ...

  Les Loups de l’école Saint-Joseph (Wawa) se sont démarqués sur le terrain! L’équipe de soccer sénior s’est mérité la 1re place lors d’un tournoi local après avoir remporté ses 5 parties contre d’autres équipes de la région. Les élèves ont démontré un esprit d’école et d’équipe incontournable! Félicitations à tous les athlètes ainsi qu’à Kael Dechamplain, élève de 8e ...

Weather: Today – Mainly cloudy. A few showers beginning this morning. Risk of a thunderstorm this afternoon. Wind becoming northwest 30 km/h gusting to 50 late this morning. High 16 with temperature falling to 9 this afternoon. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Clearing late this evening. Wind northwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light late this evening. ...