Local & Area News

An individual from Chapleau is facing charges after breaking into another person’s home. On July 28, 2023, shortly after 8:00 a.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of a break and enter to a residence on Connaught Street in Chapleau. During the break and enter, a large sum of money was taken ...

On August 1, 2023, shortly before 11:00 p.m., members from the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver that was westbound on Highway 17 from the Town of Iron Bridge. Police located the pick-up truck near Boundary Road and Gordon Street in the Town of Thessalon and initiated ...

Aug 3, 2023 at 07:58 Weather: Today – Cloudy. 60 percent chance of showers. Risk of a thunderstorm this afternoon. High 21. Humidex 26. UV index 5 or moderate. Tonight – Mainly cloudy. 60 percent chance of showers this evening. Risk of a thunderstorm early this evening. Low 15. Forest Fire Update: There are 34 active wildland fires in the ...

New books on the 7-Day Shelf this week are: “The Librianist” by Patrick Dewitt, “The Only One Left” by Riley Sager, “Whispers at Dusk” by Heather Graham and “Flop Dead Gorgeous” by David Rosenfelt. En Français, nous avons “Rentre Avant la Nuit” par Lisa Jewell.   The staff pick of the week is “The Identicals” by Elin Hilderbrand.   Nantucket ...

This year Michipicoten First Nation will celebrate the 25th gathering of youth and elders. his event brings our Michipicoten First Nation families, neighbours, and friends together to learn through ceremonies, workshops, teachings, traditional medicines, community feasts, and connect with Mother Earth. This year the Gathering will be held August 5th to August 11th, 2023. Turtle Concepts will be providing a ...

August 2, 2023 Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay   MEET THE NATURALIST: RISKY BUSINESS – Many rare and interesting species of wildlife are protected in Lake Superior Provincial Park. Meet Kelly to learn about what threatens them, the role Ontario Parks plays in their conservation, and what you can do to help these creatures thrive. ...

Aug 2, 2023 at 07:57 Weather: Today – Mainly cloudy. 60 percent chance of showers with risk of thunderstorms. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 this morning. High 20. Humidex 25. UV index 5 or moderate. Tonight – Mainly cloudy with 60 percent chance of showers. Risk of a thunderstorm overnight. Low 14. North East Forest Fire Update: ...

August 1, 2023 Drop-in: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM   MEET THE NATURALIST: THE MAGIC OF MOSSES – At first glance, mosses may appear to be no more than a lush forest carpet, but a closer look reveals a microscopic world that is surprisingly complex and beautiful. Drop by and meet Anna to discover the miniature rainforest that lies beneath ...

Aug 1, 2023 at 07:57 Weather: Today – A mix of sun and cloud. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 25. Humidex 26. UV index 7 or high. Tonight  – A few clouds. Increasing cloudiness after midnight. Low 13. North East Forest Fire Update: There are currently 35 (33 yesterday) active wildland fires in the Northeast Region, 7 are under ...

A collision has resulted in impaired driving charges for a local resident. On July 27, 2023, shortly after 9:00 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 101, near Highway 547. Through investigation, officers determined the vehicle driver had consumed alcoholic beverages. As a result, ...

The Municipality of Wawa is requesting public feedback through a community survey to help develop a plan that will guide the community’s fire department and participants have the chance to win a prize! The Wawa Volunteer Fire Department is made up of 22 dedicated and professional volunteer firefighters. The Department has historically averaged 40 calls per year with majority of ...

On July 26, 2023, at approximately 10:00 p.m., members of the Marathon Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were conducting a RIDE program on Pennisula Road.   A driver entered the RIDE program and was administered a roadside screening device. The driver failed and was subsequently arrested then transported to the Marathon OPP Detachment for further testing.   Through investigation, Paul ...

July 31, 2023 Drop-in: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay   MEET THE NATURALIST: FANTASTIC FISHIN’ – Looking for the perfect fishing hole? We’ve got you covered! Join Kaitlyn to discover which fish you’ll find where, the best lures for the best catch, and an easy breakdown on fishing regulations within the park. Drop-in: 2:00 PM – ...

July 31, 2023 at 07:57 Weather: Today – A mix of sun and cloud. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 20. UV index 7 or high. Tonight – Partly cloudy. Fog patches developing near midnight. Low 9. North East Forest Fire Update: There are currently 33 (31 Saturday) active wildland fires in the Northeast Region, 5 are under control, 2 ...

  Andre Begin is a storyteller and member of the storytellers of Canada. His stories are in poem form and his favourite poet is Robert W. Service. He’s been reciting these poems now for 22 years sharing them at retirement homes, museums, libraries, theatres, galleries and festivals. Wawa is a special stop for Andre, as he has family here in ...