Local & Area News

Aug 2, 2023 at 07:57 Weather: Today – Mainly cloudy. 60 percent chance of showers with risk of thunderstorms. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 this morning. High 20. Humidex 25. UV index 5 or moderate. Tonight – Mainly cloudy with 60 percent chance of showers. Risk of a thunderstorm overnight. Low 14. North East Forest Fire Update: ...

August 1, 2023 Drop-in: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM   MEET THE NATURALIST: THE MAGIC OF MOSSES – At first glance, mosses may appear to be no more than a lush forest carpet, but a closer look reveals a microscopic world that is surprisingly complex and beautiful. Drop by and meet Anna to discover the miniature rainforest that lies beneath ...

Aug 1, 2023 at 07:57 Weather: Today – A mix of sun and cloud. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 25. Humidex 26. UV index 7 or high. Tonight  – A few clouds. Increasing cloudiness after midnight. Low 13. North East Forest Fire Update: There are currently 35 (33 yesterday) active wildland fires in the Northeast Region, 7 are under ...

A collision has resulted in impaired driving charges for a local resident. On July 27, 2023, shortly after 9:00 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 101, near Highway 547. Through investigation, officers determined the vehicle driver had consumed alcoholic beverages. As a result, ...

The Municipality of Wawa is requesting public feedback through a community survey to help develop a plan that will guide the community’s fire department and participants have the chance to win a prize! The Wawa Volunteer Fire Department is made up of 22 dedicated and professional volunteer firefighters. The Department has historically averaged 40 calls per year with majority of ...

On July 26, 2023, at approximately 10:00 p.m., members of the Marathon Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were conducting a RIDE program on Pennisula Road.   A driver entered the RIDE program and was administered a roadside screening device. The driver failed and was subsequently arrested then transported to the Marathon OPP Detachment for further testing.   Through investigation, Paul ...

July 31, 2023 Drop-in: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay   MEET THE NATURALIST: FANTASTIC FISHIN’ – Looking for the perfect fishing hole? We’ve got you covered! Join Kaitlyn to discover which fish you’ll find where, the best lures for the best catch, and an easy breakdown on fishing regulations within the park. Drop-in: 2:00 PM – ...

July 31, 2023 at 07:57 Weather: Today – A mix of sun and cloud. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 20. UV index 7 or high. Tonight – Partly cloudy. Fog patches developing near midnight. Low 9. North East Forest Fire Update: There are currently 33 (31 Saturday) active wildland fires in the Northeast Region, 5 are under control, 2 ...

  Andre Begin is a storyteller and member of the storytellers of Canada. His stories are in poem form and his favourite poet is Robert W. Service. He’s been reciting these poems now for 22 years sharing them at retirement homes, museums, libraries, theatres, galleries and festivals. Wawa is a special stop for Andre, as he has family here in ...

July 29, 2023 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM   GUIDED HIKE: BIRDING BASICS – Cheeseburger! Meow! Teacher! Birds make many interesting sounds and come in a variety of colours. Join Kaitlyn and Lauren on a short walk down our coastal trail to learn more about local birds, and find out what all that racket is about. Binoculars will be provided. ...

July 29, 2023 at 07:57 Weather: Today – Sunny. Becoming a mix of sun and cloud this afternoon. High 21. UV index 7 or high. Tonight – Partly cloudy. Low 10. North East Forest Fire Update: There are currently 31 (32 yesterday) active wildland fires in the Northeast Region, 4 are under control 1 is not under control, and 26 ...

On July 27, 2023, at approximately 3:00 p.m., members of the Nipigon Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were conducting radar enforcement on Highway 11-17 near Nipigon where a vehicle was observed travelling 160 Kilometers per hour in a posted 90 Kilometer zone. The officer then conducted a traffic stop on the subject motor vehicle.   Through investigation, a 43-year-old from ...

July 28, 2023 at 07:57 Weather: Today – Clearing. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 23. Humidex 28. UV index 8 or very high. Tonight – Partly cloudy. Low 11. North East Forest Fire Update: There are currently 32 (33 yesterday) active wildland fires in the Northeast Region, 5 are under control 1 is not under control, and 26 are ...

Passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at the Sault Area Hospital on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at the age of 76. He is predeceased by his beloved wife Alice, great-grandson Marty, parents Isidor and Elizabeth, and all of his siblings. Cherished father of Terry-Anne Bowers (Robert), Alan Lessard, Jessica Walker (Todd), and Michel Lacroix (Cindy) who he loved as ...

A motor vehicle collision has resulted in a Highway Traffic Act charge for a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) driver. On July 25, 2023, shortly after 5:00 a.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of a single-vehicle collision on Highway 17, approximately 10 km north of Wawa. Officers arrived on scene and observed ...