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Morning News – September 1

Thursday September 1, 2022 at 07:56 Weather: Today – Clear. Becoming a mix of sun and cloud this morning. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h late this morning. High 21. UV index 7 or high. Tonight – Clear. Low 14. COVID Statistics: Algoma Region Current Change in the previous 7 days Central & East Algoma 1012 13 Elliot Lake & Area ...

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GRASLEY, Julie Anne

 May 21, 1948- Aug 14, 2022 Passed away suddenly at the Lady Dunn Health Centre, Wawa on Sunday August 14, 2022 at the age of 74 years. Beloved mother of Joe and Stephanie and Chris and Carla. Proud Nana to Christina, Cassie, Daysie, Lyliie, Willow and Christian. Julie Anne also leaves behind her many nieces, nephews and cousins. Julie Anne had 10 siblings ...

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John Laford’s Life Celebrated In Large Exhibition of His Work

A ‘gallery hop’ celebrating the work and life of the late Indigenous artist, John Laford, will open an art exhibition on September 9th and 10th, 2022 in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. The John Laford Celebration Of Life Exhibit will show at three venues, The Art Hub At Spring (504 Queen St. E.), The Sault Ste Marie Museum (690 Queen St. ...

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Morning News – August 31

Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 07:56 Weather: Today – Increasing cloudiness this morning. Wind becoming northwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 this morning. High 18. UV index 5 or moderate. Tonight – Clearing. Wind northwest 20 km/h becoming light early this evening. Low 6. COVID Statistics: Algoma Region Current Change in the previous 7 days Central & East Algoma 1012 ...

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Happy 89th!

August 30th – Happy 89th Birthday Dad/Grandpa On the back nine and still golfing – don’t know how you’re doing it but you are. Another year of memories is one more year we’ll cherish. Enjoy your special day   *jls 💜  

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Morning News – August 30

Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 07:56 Weather: Today – Cloudy. 60 percent chance of showers. Wind west 20 km/h gusting to 40. High 19. UV index 2 or low. Tonight – Partly cloudy. Wind west 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light early this evening. Low 9. COVID Statistics: Current Change in the previous 7 days Central & East Algoma ...

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SE OPP – Two Hornepayne Residents Charged Following Domestic Dispute

On August 26, 2022, at approximately 7:12 a.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a domestic dispute on Front Street in Hornepayne. The investigation revealed that property was damaged and one individual was assaulted during a physical altercation. As a result, a 26-year-old person, from Hornepayne, was charged with ...

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SE OPP – Wawa Resident Charged with Assault

SE OPP Wawa

On August 25, 2022, at approximately 6:30 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an assault that occurred on Algoma Street in Wawa. As a result of the investigation, Brenda DAVIS, 56 years-of-age, of Wawa was arrested and charged with the following: Assault, contrary to section 266 of the Criminal Code (CC), ...

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SE OPP – Charges Laid after Domestic Dispute on Hillcrest Avenue

SE OPP Wawa

On August 22, 2022, at approximately 1:26 a.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a domestic dispute on Hillcrest Avenue in Wawa. As a result of the investigation, a 30-year-old person, from Wawa, was arrested and charged with the following: Assault – Spousal, contrary to section 266 of the ...

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SE OPP – Multiple charges laid after Search Warrant Executed

SE OPP Wawa

On August 25, 2022 at approximately 11:30 a.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), with the assistance of the Sault Ste. Marie OPP Crime Unit, executed a search warrant at a residence on Mackey Street in Wawa. Once inside the residence, officers located stolen property related to several recent thefts, as well as weapons ...

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SE OPP – Chapleau Resident Charged After Assault

On August 23, 2022 at approximately 3:38 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of an assault in progress on Broomhead Road in Chapleau. Police attended the scene and, through investigation, a 14-year-old youth, from Chapleau, was arrested and charged with the following: Assault, contrary to section 266 of the Criminal Code ...

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SCHLIEPHACKE, Friedrich “Fred”

(July 25, 1938 – August 26, 2022) Passed away peacefully at his home in Wawa. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Kerry Funeral Home, Wawa.

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Morning News – August 29

Monday, August 29, 2022 at 07:56 Weather: Today – A few showers ending this afternoon then cloudy. Risk of a thunderstorm this morning and early this afternoon. Local amount 10 to 15 mm. Wind becoming southwest 30 km/h gusting to 50 this morning. High 23. Humidex 28. UV index 3 or moderate. Tonight – Cloudy. 60% chance of showers overnight. ...

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East Algoma – Crosswalk rules for vehicles & pedestrians

The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) want to remind the motoring public about the rules of road in relation to keeping pedestrians safe at crosswalks. Vehicles must stop when a pedestrian is crossing a roadway at a marked or unmarked crosswalk. A pedestrian is considered to be crossing when “any part or extension of the body moves into the ...

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Lake Superior Park Experiences – Sunday, August 28

Looking for something to do? Got friends visiting and not sure what to do with them? Visit Lake Superior Provincial Park and not only enjoy the spectacular scenery but learn about this unique area.   Agawa Bay Visitor Centre 11:00 AM ART PROGRAM: ART IN THE WILD – Lake Superior Provincial Park’s rugged landscape has inspired artists around the world. ...

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