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RIDE Check Evasion results in Multiple Charges

On November 23, 2022, members from the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) check at the intersection of Little Rapids Road and Ansonia Road in the Municipality of Huron Shores. Shortly after 4:00 p.m., police observed a red pick-up truck approach R.I.D.E. location then it suddenly turned around to ...

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DERESKI, Louis Joseph

On November 22, 2022, Louis Joseph Dereski, in his 90th year, laid down his guitar and mandolin and passed away peacefully at his home. Louis was born on March 11, 1933 in Whitemouth, Manitoba to Ludwig and Julianna Dereski. He is survived by his beloved wife Astrid and his three children Lonny, Louanne and Troy (Sherri).  Louis leaves behind his grandchildren ...

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Wawa Cross Country Runner End Season

The Wawa Cross Country runners finished off their season with runners competing at OFSAA in early November.  Our team consists of runners from both MHS and ESJ, running as one team. OFSAA brings together athletes from all over Ontario and is one of the biggest cross country meets in the world with over 1500 athletes competing! Almost all of our ...

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New Critical Minerals Innovation Fund Launched

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The Ontario government is investing in the critical minerals sector by launching a two-year, $5 million Critical Minerals Innovation Fund to enhance research and development of new technologies. The fund will support Ontario-based innovation that will help build the supply chain for clean technologies, including electric vehicles, by connecting mineral resources in the north with the manufacturing might of the ...

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Lancement du nouveau Fonds d’innovation pour les minéraux critiques

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Le gouvernement de l’Ontario investit dans le secteur des minéraux critiques en lançant un Fonds pour l’innovation relative aux minéraux critiques doté de 5 millions de dollars sur deux ans pour améliorer la recherche et développement de nouvelles technologies. Le Fonds soutiendra les innovations d’origine ontarienne qui contribueront à la construction de la chaîne d’approvisionnements en technologies propres, y compris ...

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Ladies Curling Standings – November 22

RANK WINS G.P. BUSSINEAU, Denise 1 3 3 CHIUPKA, Lorna 2 2 3 LESCHISHIN, Barb 2 2 3 AMOS, Tracy 4 1 2 MATHIAS, Danette 4 1 3 SPENCER, Diane 4 1 3 BONITZKE, Wendy 4 1 2 PARSONS, Rochelle 8 0 3 Game Schedule for November 29th, 2022 Ice 1 Ice 2 Ice 3 Ice 4 CHIUPKA BONITZKE AMOS ...

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Morning News – November 24

Nov 24, 2022 at 07:56 Weather: Today – Cloudy. 30% chance of rain showers or flurries this afternoon. Fog patches dissipating this morning. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 this morning. High 5. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Cloudy. 40% chance of flurries or rain showers this evening. Wind southwest 20 km/h becoming light late this ...

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Area Road Conditions – November 24

Nov 24, 2022 at 06:10 Here are the road conditions for the Wawa area as posted by ON511: Primary Condition Secondary Condition visibility drifting Date & Time Highway 101 From Highway 144 to Shawmere River Bare and dry road Bare and wet road Good No 22-11-24 5:10 AM Highway 101 From Shawmere River to Highway 651 Bare and wet road ...

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Men’s Curling Standings – November 22

We are pleased to have a team from Michipicoten High School skipped by Lucas Morris in the League.   Team Rank Wins GP MITRIKAS, Erik 1 2 2 TERRIS, Tom 1 2 2 FAHRER, Tom 3 1 2 McCoy, Joe 3 1 2 HALE, Ron 5 0 2 MORRIS, Lucas 5 0 2 Game Schedule for November 28th, 2022 Ice ...

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ÉS Saint-Joseph – Les Chevaliers effectuent de grandes prouesses sportives

  Depuis la rentrée scolaire et la reprise des compétitions sportives, les Chevaliers de l’École secondaire Saint-Joseph ne cessent d’effectuer de grandes prouesses! Les équipes de basket-ball filles juniors et seniors ainsi que l’équipe de volley-ball garçons juniors ont pu se qualifier pour les finales de l’Association athlétique des écoles secondaires de la Rive-Nord (NSSSAA) du lac Supérieur. L’équipe de course de ...

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Between the Covers – November 23

New books on the 7- Day Shelf this week are: “The Winners” by Fredrik Backman, “Next in Line” by Jeffrey Archer, “A Truth to Lie For” by Anne Perry and “The Shadow Murder” by Jussi Adler-Olsen. Le nouveau livre Français cette semaine est “Personne Ne Doit Savoir” par Claire McGowan.   New movies on the shelf this week are “This ...

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ÉS Saint-Joseph athletes perform great sporting feats

  Since the start of the school year and the return of sports competitions, the Chevaliers of École secondaire Saint-Joseph (Wawa) have performed great feats! The junior and senior girls’ basketball teams as well as the junior boys’ volleyball team were able to qualify for the North Shore Secondary Schools Athletic Association (NSSSAA) finals. The cross-country running team stood out ...

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Tourism in Northern Ontario gets NOHFC Investment Boost

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The Ontario government is providing $4.9 million through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) to 24 tourism projects in Northern Ontario. This investment will help create jobs, expand business operations, stimulate economic development and attract visitors to the north. Greg Rickford, Minister of Northern Development, made the announcement at the Northern Ontario Tourism Summit. “Northern Ontario is an incredibly ...

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Le tourisme dans le Nord de l’Ontario bénéficie d’un coup de pouce aux investissements de la SGFPNO

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Le gouvernement de l’Ontario verse par l’entremise de la Société de gestion du Fonds du patrimoine du Nord de l’Ontario (SGFPNO) 4,9 millions de dollars à l’appui de 24 projets de tourisme dans le Nord de l’Ontario. Cet investissement aidera à créer des emplois, à étendre les activités commerciales, à stimuler le développement économique et à attirer des visiteurs dans ...

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Morning News – November 23

Nov 23, 2022 at 07:56 Weather: Today – Cloudy. 30% chance of flurries this morning with risk of freezing drizzle. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h near noon. High 2. Wind chill -5 this morning. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Mainly cloudy. Temperature steady near 2. News Tidbits: The Ontario government is providing $4.9 million through the Northern Ontario ...

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