Local & Area News

Weather: Today – Periods of rain ending this morning then cloudy with 40% chance of rain showers or flurries late this morning and this afternoon. Wind becoming northwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 late this morning. Temperature steady near 3. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Partly cloudy with 30% chance of flurries this evening and after midnight. Clearing ...

Members of Woodland Masonic Lodge are happy to donate to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 429, Wawa. Pictured are Lodge members Richard Watson and Eric Mitrikas with Branch President Mary Anne Pearson receiving a cheque for $1500.00

Robinson Huron Waawiindamaagewin (RHW) leadership expresses deep concern regarding the “Painted Hand Ceremony” being organized for November 7-8 at the Delta Waterfront Hotel in Sault Ste. Marie. RHW continues to object to claims made by the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) regarding territory and historic communities. We urge the public to be aware that the “ceremony” features MNO political figures ...

Weather: Today – Mainly sunny. Wind becoming west 20 km/h gusting to 40 this morning. High 8. UV index 2 or low. Tonight – Increasing cloudiness. Periods of rain or snow beginning after midnight. Wind west 20 km/h. Low 1. Wednesdy – Periods of rain or snow ending in the morning then mainly cloudy with 40% chance of rain showers ...

Thanks to an investment from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, the Invasive Species Centre is accepting proposals to the Invasive Species Action Fund (ISAF) to facilitate on-the-ground monitoring and management of critical invasive species in Ontario. Municipalities, conservation authorities, Indigenous communities, and other incorporated not-for-profit organizations are encouraged to apply. Invasive species are plants, animals, insects, and pathogens that ...

It’s with great sadness that we announce the loss of our Mom, Nana, G.G. – Peggy (Margaret) Stewart on Sunday, October 26, 2025. Peggy was born in Michigan and grew up in Wawa, Ontario. One of four children, her father managed a mine there. Peggy spent her early life living in Timmins and North Bay, eventually moving to Alberta in ...

Weather: Today – A few showers ending late this morning then mainly cloudy with 30% chance of showers. Wind west 30 km/h gusting to 50. High 8. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Partly cloudy. Wind northwest 30 km/h gusting to 50. Low zero. Tuesday – A mix of sun and cloud. Wind west 20 km/h gusting to 40. ...

There were no new wildland fires confirmed in the Northeast Region by the afternoon of October 31. At the time of this update there are 2 active wildland fires in the Northeast Region. One is under control and one is being observed. The fire hazard is low to moderate across the Northeast Region. **This is the final fire situation update ...

Weather: Today – Overcast. High plus 4. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Cloudy. 30 percent chance of flurries or rain showers late this evening and overnight. Low plus 1. Sunday – Cloudy. 30 percent chance of flurries or rain showers changing to 30 percent chance of rain showers near noon. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h late in the ...

Affectionately known as “YBone” or Johnny to those who knew him best, passed away on Monday, October 27, 2025, at the age of 55. Born on January 12, 1970, in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Johnny left an indelible mark on the lives of all who knew him. Johnny was predeceased by his parents, John Yukich and Mary (née Murphy).   ...

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding the communities to prioritize safety tonight, Halloween. With children taking to the streets in costumes and neighbors preparing for trick-or-treaters, it’s essential to stay vigilant and be aware of safety measures. This year, we invite residents to join us in making Halloween safe and fun for everyone by following our helpful tips. Children ...

We are deeply disappointed and frustrated by Scotiabank’s decision to close its Marathon branch in May of 2026. This closure represents yet another blow to small northern communities that continue to lose essential services without meaningful consultation or consideration of the long-term impacts. For decades, Scotiabank has benefited from the loyalty and trust of residents, local businesses, and community organizations ...

There were no new wildland fires confirmed in the Northeast Region by the afternoon of October 30.   At the time of this update there are 3 active wildland fires in the Northeast Region. One is under control and two are being observed.   The fire hazard is low across most of the Northeast Region. It is moderate from Foleyet ...

Weather: Today – Increasing cloudiness early this morning. Wind north 20 km/h gusting to 40. High 4. UV index 2 or low. Tonight – Mainly cloudy. Wind north 20 km/h gusting to 40. Low 0. Saturday – Mainly cloudy. High 4. UV index 2 or low. Night – Cloudy. Low -4. News Tidbits: It is Halloween, and trick or treaters ...

Batchewana First Nation acknowledges and supports the recent decision of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, in which Justice Myers ruled in favour of Garden River First Nation and Atikameksheng Anishnawbek regarding the legal fees paid in the Robinson Huron Treaty annuities case. In his ruling, Justice Myers found that the Partial Contingency Fee Agreement and the legal fees charged ...