Local & Area News

A collision on Hwy 17 has closed the highway at Cavers Hill, 15km west of Rossport/60km east of Nipigon. The closure began at 7:30 a.m.  

Weather: Today – Snow and local blowing snow. Risk of snow squalls late this morning and this afternoon. Amount 10 to 15 cm. Wind southeast 20 km/h gusting to 50 becoming southwest 40 gusting to 60 this morning. High -2. Wind chill -19 this morning and -9 this afternoon. Tonight – Flurries ending this evening then mainly cloudy with 30% ...

Dec 20, 2025 at 07:28 A Yellow Snowfall Warning is in effect for most of the area (at the time of this report): Reduced visibility in heavy snow and blowing snow. Local snowfall amounts of 10 to 15 cm. An Alberta Clipper passing through the region is expected to create hazardous travel conditions today near the shores of Lake Superior ...

Dec 20, 2025 at 06:06 A Yellow Snowfall Warning is in effect for most of the area (at the time of this report): Reduced visibility in heavy snow and blowing snow. Local snowfall amounts of 10 to 15 cm. An Alberta Clipper passing through the region is expected to create hazardous travel conditions today near the shores of Lake Superior ...

Dec 19, 2025 at 17:13 Hwy 631 is now open. Dec 19, 2025 at 05:22 Highway 631 remains closed due to weather. Dec 18, 2025 at 04:05 Weather conditions on HWY 631 Both Directions between HWY 17-WHITE RIVER, White River and HWY 11 (END OF HWY), Calstock. All lanes closed. The highway was closed at 3:52 a.m. North West OPP ...

Dec 19, 2025 at 14:29 This ‘stuck TTU’ is no longer stuck, and the lane and shoulder are clear. Dec 19, 2025 at 13:40       Hwy 17 – Terrace Bay – Steel River the westbound lane is blocked due to a stuck TTU. (email alert) Dec 19, 2025 at 13:27 Hwy 17 from Marathon to Schreiber has been ...

Dec 19, 2025 at 13:06 The highway has been reopened. Please drive with care. Dec 19, 2025 at 05:22 Highway 17 remains closerd between Wawa and Batchawana due to weather. Dec 18, 2025 at 22:13 Highway 17 has been closed from Wawa to Batchawana due to poor weather and road conditions.

Dec 19, 2025 at 12:50 Highway 101 has been opened. Please drive with care. Dec 18, 2025 at 21:01 Highway 101 has been closed from Wawa to Chapleau due to poor weather and road conditions.

The Wawa Municipal Cemetery Committee regretfully announces the cancellation of the annual Ice Candle Celebration this year due to a shortage of committee members and volunteers. This decision was not made lightly. The Ice Candle Celebration has been a meaningful annual event for our community, and we sincerely appreciate the support and participation it has received over the years. Unfortunately, ...

With winter weather continuing to impact the North East Region, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding motorists that road closures due to hazardous weather conditions are implemented for public safety and must be obeyed. During severe winter weather, OPP officers and partner agencies may temporarily close roads and highways when conditions deteriorate and pose a significant risk to motorists, ...

Weather: Today – Periods of snow and local blowing snow ending this afternoon then mainly cloudy. Amount 2 to 4 cm. Wind north 30 km/h gusting to 50. Temperature steady near -14. Wind chill near -24. Tonight – Clear. Increasing cloudiness near midnight then snow beginning before morning. Wind north 20 km/h becoming southeast 20 near midnight. Low -17 with ...

Dec 19, 2025 at 06:47 Northern Area  Due to the inclement weather, poor road conditions, 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 Due to the flash freezing concerns, icy road conditions, ...

Dec 19, 2025 at 06:21 Highway 614 has been reopened. Dec 18, 2025 at 21:41 Poor weather and road conditions have closed Hwy 614 (Jct 17/614 to Manitouwadge). Dec 18, 2025 at 11:52 The highway has been reopened. Dec 18, 2025 at 00:58 Poor weather conditions on Hwy 614 have closed it from the Jct 17/614 to Manitouwadge. North West ...

Dec 19, 2025 at 06:09 The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is advising the public of poor weather conditions expected to continue both the North East Region and North West Region of Ontario today. Several communities may experience heavy rainfall, snowfall, whiteout conditions on open stretches of highway, and periods of freezing rain, resulting in slippery and icy road surfaces as ...

Yellow Warning – Winter Storm 2:31 PM EST Thursday 18 December 2025 Impact Level: Moderate Forecast Confidence: High Winter storm expected through Friday morning. What: Total snowfall amounts are expected to range from 10 cm near the shore of Lake Superior, including Wawa, to 15 to 20 cm for areas inland and over the higher terrain. Reduced visibility in heavy ...