Local & Area News

Sep 13, 2024 at 06:53 At 6:14 a.m. Environment Canada issued a Fog Advisory for the following:’ Agawa Chapleau Dubreuilville Lake Superior Provincial Park Missinaibi Lake Pukaskwa Park Wawa White River Near zero visibility in fog is expected or occurring. Dense fog patches have developed overnight. As a result visibility will be reduced to near zero in some locales. The ...

Sep 13, 2024 at 06:34 At 22:42 the highway was reopened. Below is the update from OPP. On September 12, 2024, members of the Nipigon Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment as well as Superior North Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision on Highway 11/17 and First Street in the Town of Nipigon involving ...

Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd. today announces the appointment of Ronald ‘Jono’ Lawrence as Senior Vice President, Exploration and Resources effective January 1, 2025. Anthea Bath, President and CEO, commented: “We are thrilled to welcome Jono to Wesdome’s senior leadership team. With an exceptional track record in mineral exploration and resource expansion, combined with his extensive global technical expertise in both ...

Four people are facing multiple charges including Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) offences following a traffic stop in Marathon. A significant amount of suspected Cocaine, Methamphetamine, Oxycodone and a large amount of Cannabis were seized as a result of the traffic stop. On September 8, 2024, members of the Marathon Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were notified by members ...

On September 5, 2024, at approximately 10:30 a.m., the Sault Ste Marie Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a theft of gas from a local gas station on Highway 17B in the Town of Echo Bay. Investigation determined a brown conversion van had driven away from the gas station without paying $190 in fuel. At approximately 10:45 a.m., ...

On September 7, 2024, at approximately 11:30 a.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a threat’s complaint at a local campground on Lakeside Drive in the Town of Thessalon. Investigation determined campground staff told two people to leave the campsite by 11:00 a.m. as one of the individuals was observed defecating beside a seasonal ...

This year marks a significant milestone as the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre (CBHC) prepares to celebrate Bushplane Days, with the Canadian Forces Snowbirds and waterbomber demonstrations taking place on September 21st and 22nd, 2024. Admission is by donation, and all proceeds will go towards the renovation of the Children’s Centre. To show appreciation for your support, every $10 donation will include ...

Weather: Today – Mainly sunny. High 28. Humidex 33. UV index 5 or moderate. Tonight – Partly cloudy. Fog patches developing overnight. Low 13. Northeast Forest Fire Region Update: There are 10 active wildland fires in the Northeast Region: 2 are under control and 8 are being observed. The fire hazard is low to moderate across the Northeast Region. News ...

We had 96 golfers! It was another beautiful day on the course!! Huge shout out to our sponsors and participants. Reminder – tee times now begin at 1:00 p.m. and end at 5:12 p.m. 1st Flight: 1st: Charlee Simon, Guylaine Domich, Helene Morin – 36 2nd: Lise Noel, Toni Rutland, Spare – 37 3rd: Marcie DLF, Casse Provost, Dawn Campbell ...

Scripture Readings: James 2: 1-17  Faith without works is dead Mark 7:24-37  The Syrophoenician woman’s faith challenges Jesus   Why did Jesus  initially decline to help the Syrophoenician woman who sought healing for her daughter? Jesus visited the prosperous Roman Empire colony of Tyre. The city’s residents,  who controlled the flow of goods, often left farmers from Galilee and the ...

Yesterday, the Robinson Huron Treaty Litigation Fund (RHTLF) held a ceremony and media availability on the final day of 2024 Robinson Huron Treaty (RHT) Gathering at the Anderson Farm Museum to commemorate the signing of the Robinson Huron Treaty of 1850. The event also celebrated the signing of the Settlement Agreement for Past Compensation, in the RHT annuities case and ...

After the second peaceful opposition rally in as many weeks in front of Thunder Bay City Hall, a Council vote regarding a resolution to send a letter to the Nuclear Waste Management Organization urging them to pursue the option of managing used nuclear fuel waste closer to the reactor stations where the waste has been generated and is currently stored, thereby avoiding transportation of nuclear ...

Weather: Today – A mix of sun and cloud. Clearing this afternoon. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h this morning. High 23. Humidex 26. UV index 5 or moderate. Tonight – Clear. Low 11. Northeast Forest Fire Region Update: There are 10 active wildland fires in the Northeast Region: 2 are under control and 8 are being observed. The fire hazard ...

On September 4, 2024, at approximately 1:30 p.m., the Batchewana First Nation Police Service were on patrol duties in the community of Batchewana First Nation. At approximately 1:30 p.m., police observed a black SUV travelling westbound on Negenaigoching Street with three individuals in it. A traffic stop was initiated, and a query revealed the rear passenger was wanted on an outstanding ...

This year, Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon will benefit from the dedication of two student trustees who will serve as student representatives for the Board as well as the Student Senate. Mélanie Denis-Plante, a grade 12 student at École secondaire catholique l’Horizon (Val Caron), and Lydia Raddon, a grade 11 student at École secondaire catholique Jeunesse-Nord (Blind River) will take part ...