Local & Area News

Weather: Winter Storm Warning Today – Periods of snow. Blowing snow early this morning. Local blowing snow. Amount 2 to 4 cm. Wind north 40 km/h gusting to 60. High -4. Wind chill near -16. Tonight – Periods of snow. Wind north 30 km/h gusting to 50. Low -8. Wind chill near -15. News Tidbits: The Sault College Women’s Hockey ...

Nov 27, 2025 at 06:45 Due to the inclement weather, visibility concerns, and in the interest of safety, all school-related transportation servicing schools in Wawa, White River, Chapleau, & Hornepayne will be cancelled for today. Schools will remain open. Sault Ste Marie Area – including Batchawana, Goulais River, Searchmont & area No alerts in this area, transportation is running as per normal schedule Central Algoma ...

Nov 26, 2025 at 15:28 Gas Odour Prompts Precautionary Evacuation at Michipicoten High School Earlier today, Michipicoten High School students and staff were evacuated from the building as a precautionary measure as a gas odour was detected in the school.  Students and staff were relocated to Ecole St. Joseph for a short time. The gas company and the fire department ...

Team Rank Wins GP TERRIS, Tom 1 4 4 LESCHISHIN, Mark 2 3 4 TERRIS, Spencer 2 3 4 BUMSTEAD, Aaron 4 1 4 MORRISON, Matthew 4 1 4 HALE, Ron 6 0 4   Game Schedule for Monday, December 1st. Ice 1 Ice 2 Ice 3 Ice 4 HALE BUMSTEAD LESCHISHIN T.TERRIS MORRISON S.TERRIS

The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a person in relation to numerous fires in Elliot Lake between September 24, 2024, and July 8, 2025. Police investigated a series of arsons which occurred in the City of Elliot Lake resulting in numerous structure and motor vehicle fires. After a lengthy and comprehensive investigation, the OPP arrested a person on ...

Weather: Winter Storm Warning Today – Snow at times heavy. Local blowing snow this morning. Blowing snow this afternoon. Amount 15 to 25 cm. Wind north 40 km/h gusting to 60. High -1 with temperature falling to -4 this afternoon. Wind chill -8 this morning and -13 this afternoon. Tonight – Snow and blowing snow. Amount 5 cm. Wind north ...

Nov 26, 2025 at 06:31 Due to the inclement weather, visibility concerns, and in the interest of safety, all school-related transportation servicing schools in Wawa, White River, Chapleau, & Hornepayne will be cancelled for today. Schools will remain open. Sault Ste Marie Area – including Batchawana, Goulais River, Searchmont & area No alerts in this area, transportation is running as per normal schedule Central Algoma ...

Nov 26, 2025 at 06:14 Hwy 101 From Opishing River Br to Shawmere River Partly snow covered Fair No 2025-11-26 05:09 From Shawmere River to Highway 651 Snow covered Fair No 2025-11-26 05:20 Hwy 129 From Thessalon to Hinckler Lake Bare and wet road Good No 2025-11-26 05:19 From Hinckler Lake to Chapleau Snow covered Fair No 2025-11-26 05:20 Hwy ...

Nov 26, 2025 at 06:01 Agawa – Lake Superior Park Continuing today, ending Thursday afternoon or night. Total snowfall amounts of 30 to 60 cm. Peak snowfall rates of 2 to 4 cm per hour. Near zero visibility at times in heavy snow and blowing snow. Marathon – Schreiber Today through Thursday morning. Total snowfall amounts of 15 to 30 ...

On November 24, 2025, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a serious Motor Vehicle Collision (MVC) on Causley Street (Highway 17) in Blind River. At approximately 5:15 p.m. police and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a collision involving an eastbound Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) and cyclist. The cyclist was pronounced deceased at the scene and the ...

The U11 Travellers hit the ice this weekend sporting a crisp new look, matching white helmets that gave the team a unified, sharp appearance as they hosted the Iroquois Falls Eskis for their toughest matchup of the season. Game 1 set the tone for a highly competitive weekend. Both teams locked into a defensive duel, with goaltender Lea Belanger standing ...

The sparkle was unmistakable at our second annual Glam for Good Gala. An elegant, sold-out crowd arrived dressed to dazzle, embracing the evening’s glitz, glamour, and spirit of generosity. Together, our guests helped raise just over $23,000 through ticket sales, sponsorships, and an exciting silent auction — funds that will help purchase 10 brand-new hospital beds for the Lady Dunn ...

Weather: Winter Storm Warning Today – Mainly cloudy with 30% chance of drizzle. Rain or snow beginning late this afternoon. Fog patches dissipating this morning. Wind becoming northeast 20 km/h gusting to 40 this morning. High plus 2. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Snow. Snow mixed with rain early this evening. Local blowing snow overnight. Snowfall amount 10 ...

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is advising motorists to prepare for hazardous driving conditions as a significant winter storm is forecast to impact Northeastern Ontario this week. Heavy snowfall and blowing snow are expected across the region, creating slippery roads, reduced visibility, and an increased risk of collisions. Motorists should anticipate delays and plan accordingly. Stay Safe – Here’s What ...

RANK WINS G.P. BUSSINEAU, Denise 1 2 2 MATHIAS, Danette 1 2 2 SPENCER, Diane 1 2 2 AMOS, Tracy 4 1 1 BONITZKE, Wendy 4 1 2 CHIUPKA, Lorna 4 1 2 COE, Melanie 4 1 2 LESCHISHIN, Barb 4 1 2 PARSONS, Rochelle 4 1 2 SMITH-MORIN, Glynis 4 1 2 SZEKELY, Annik 4 1 2 MICHALCEWICZ, Sabrina ...