Local & Area News

Happenings at Wawa First United – Seventh Sunday of Easter

The Time for God’s Children A woman in a coma was dying. She suddenly had a feeling that she was teken up to heaven and stood before the Judgement Seat. “Who are you?” a Voice said to her. “I’m the wife of the mayor.” she replied. “I did not ask you whose wife you are but who you are.” “I’m ...

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Morning News – May 24

May 24, 2023 at 07:56 Weather: Frost Warning Today – Clearing this morning. Wind northeast 30 km/h gusting to 50. High 13. UV index 6 or high. Tonight – Clear. Wind northeast 20 km/h becoming light early this evening. Low zero with risk of frost.   North East Forest Fire Update: There is a high hazard for the Parry Sound, ...

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East Algoma OPP – Arrest made after disturbance

On May 20, 2023, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a person in relation to previously reported disturbances at a residence on Village Crescent, Serpent River First Nation. On April 23, 2023, police were called to a family dispute at a residence on Village Crescent. The complaint reported an unwelcome family member was intoxicated by drugs causing damage to ...

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East Algoma OPP – Arrest made after theft

On May 19, 2023, at approximately 7:00 p.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to an apartment complex on Mississauga Avenue in Elliot Lake regarding a theft. The complainant reported that they entered their apartment to find the neighbour at the dining table with numerous frozen food items. The person dropped the items and went back to their ...

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Protect yourself from ticks this summer

Although Wawa-news is not aware of any ticks in the immediate Wawa area – travellers who go to where ticks have been found may wish to read this preventative article.   As temperatures start to climb, the Ontario government is encouraging people across the province to take precautions to prevent tick bites and reduce the risk of Lyme disease and ...

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Morning News – May 23

May 23, 2023 at 07:56 Weather: Today – Increasing cloudiness. 30% chance of showers this morning and early this afternoon. A few showers beginning this afternoon. Risk of a thunderstorm. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 this morning then light early this afternoon. High 17. UV index 5 or moderate. Tonight – A few showers ending late this ...

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Hwy 17 (Wawa to Batchawana Bay) OPEN

May 23, 2023 at 06:25 At 8 p.m. last night the highway was completely opened. May 22, 2023 at 17:26 The westbound lane and shoulder remains closed after this collision. ON511 states the location to be at the Ranwick Uranium Mine Road (ON511 states it as being Rainwick which is incorrect). May 22, 2023 at 12:31 Highway 17 is closed ...

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Morning News – May 22

May 22, 2023 at 07:56 Weather: Today – Mainly sunny. High 17. UV index 7 or high. Tonight – Clear. Low 10.   North East Forest Fire Update: As of early Sunday evening, there have been no new fires confirmed in the Northeast Region today. The fire hazard is low to moderate for the Northeast Region.   Have a safe ...

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Southwell, Grant Edward

July 16, 1943 – May 17, 2023 In his 80th year, Grant peacefully passed away with his family by his side after his yearlong battle with cancer. Beloved husband and best friend of B. Diane Southwell (Dec 2017) for 50 years. Loving father of Andrew (Holly) Southwell, Shannon Southwell, and Meghan (Adam) Groves. Proud grandfather of Meredith, Evan, Madeline, Aaron, ...

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Ontario Connecting Long-term Care Residents to More Nutritional Food Choices

The government of Ontario is investing an additional $32 million this year to expand healthy menu options for long-term care residents, including a broader range of culturally inspired meals. This investment builds on the 15 per cent – or over $40 million – increase to nutritional support funding for long-term care homes last year. “We believe long-term homes should be ...

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L’Ontario offre un plus grand choix d’aliments nutritifs aux résidents des foyers de soins de longue durée

Le gouvernement de l’Ontario investit une somme supplémentaire de 32 millions de dollars cette année pour élargir les options de menu santé pour les résidents des foyers de soins de longue durée, y compris un plus large éventail de repas d’inspiration culturelle. Cet investissement s’ajoute à l’augmentation de 15 pour cent — ou plus de 40 millions de dollars — ...

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Red Dress Day observed at ÉSC Trillium

On May 5, students and staff at École secondaire catholique Trillium (Chapleau) wore red in honour of missing and murdered Aboriginal women, girls and two-spirited people as part of Red Dress Day. Through various activities, they were made aware of the symbolism of this day and the importance of human rights.   These symbolic red dresses represent death and absence ...

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On souligne le Jour de la robe rouge à l’ÉSC Trillium

Le 5 mai dernier, dans le cadre du Jour de la robe rouge, les élèves et les membres du personnel de l’école secondaire catholique Trillium (Chapleau) ont porté du rouge en l’honneur des femmes, des filles et des personnes bispirituelles autochtones disparues et assassinées. Par le biais d’activités variées, ils ont été sensibilisés au symbolisme de cette journée et l’importance ...

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Morning News – May 19

May 19, 2023 at 07:56 Weather: Today – A few showers ending early this morning then cloudy with 40% chance of showers. Wind becoming northeast 20 km/h late this afternoon. High 12. UV index 4 or moderate. Tonight – Cloudy. 40% chance of showers early this evening. Becoming partly cloudy near midnight. Wind northeast 20 km/h becoming light late this ...

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CHARBONNEAU, Frank (Francis)

from Hawk Junction, Ontario It is with great sorrow that we announce his passing on September 15th, 2022. He passed away suddenly while away from home at the age of 75. Survived by his wife Susan Charbonneau. Loving father of Rolly and his wife Karen, Angèle Charbonneau (Courchesne), Suzanne Ouellet and her husband Gino all from Noelville. Roger Charbonneau and ...

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