Local & Area News

Weather: Today – A mix of sun and cloud. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h late this morning. High plus 3. Wind chill -7 this morning. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Becoming cloudy late this evening then periods of snow changing to periods of rain mixed with snow before morning. Local snowfall amount 2 cm. Wind south 20 km/h ...

If you remember, the Screen for Life Coach from Thunder Bay stopped providing services to the Wawa and surrounding area in 2024.  In response, a group of women took on the task of finding a way to get women their mammograms until we can get a Coach back in Wawa so women don’t have to travel. Well it finally happened! ...

The Ontario Autism Coalition (OAC) is warning that Bill 33 would give Ontario’s Ministry of Education sweeping powers to take control of local school boards—silencing communities and eroding families’ ability to advocate for students with special education needs. If enacted, Bill 33 would allow the Minister to assume “supervision” of boards, for any reason, with no investigation, thereby sidelining elected ...

1947 – 2025 Passed away peacefully at the Lady Dunn Health Centre with his family by his side on Monday, November 3, 202,5 at the age of 78 years. Beloved husband of Nancy Donald. Gilbert will be remembered by Nancy’s family, her sons Stephen Donald (Davideen Douchamie), Jeff Donald and by her grandchildren Bryan and Stephen Douchamie, Joshua and Liam ...

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 ...