Local & Area News

Fog Advisory (Wawa – Pukaskwa Park)

1:10 PM EDT Monday 11 July 2022 Fog advisory in effect for: Wawa – Pukaskwa Park Fog with near zero visibility has developed over areas near Lake Superior. It is expected to dissipate this afternoon.. Visibility may be significantly and suddenly reduced to near zero. Travel is expected to be hazardous due to reduced visibility in some locations.

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East Algoma OPP – Traffic Stop results in Firearm Charges

On July 8, 2022, at approximately 12:15 p.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on regular patrol duties and conducted a traffic stop on Hutchison Avenue in Elliot Lake. Investigation determined the driver had a suspended license and no insurance on the vehicle. In addition, a rifle and numerous rounds of ammunition were located in the vehicle. The driver was ...

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Ladies Night Golf – July 6

87 Players 1st FLIGHT: 1st: Lise Noel, Toni Rutland, Guylaine Domich – 36 2nd: Suzanne Lacasse, Guylaine Domich, Charlee Simon – 38 3rd: Rachal Korytko-Amos, Donna Korytko, Spare – 40 2nd FLIGHT: 1st: Sue Lord, Ashley Coombs, Nancy Morin – 43 2nd: Erin Andrews, Maury O’Neill, Laura Mersereau – 45 3rd: Helen Bekintis, Nellie Harvey, Spare – 45 3rd FLIGHT: ...

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CSC Nouvelon students honoured with Bishop Alexander Carter Foundation Scholarship

This year, 16 Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon students were awarded a Bishop Alexander Carter Foundation Scholarship. The Foundation’s Performance Excellence Scholarship, valued at $1,000, was awarded to graduates of Catholic secondary schools in the Diocese of Sault Ste. Marie who distinguished themselves as: enlightened believer, effective communicator, thoughtful thinker, independent learner, collaborator, considerate person and responsible citizen. The Foundation’s Excellence ...

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Des élèves finissants du CSC Nouvelon se méritent la Bourse de la Fondation Bishop Alexander Carter

Cette année, la Fondation Bishop Alexander Carter a présenté des bourses de mérite à 16 élèves du Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon. D’une valeur de 1 000 $, la bourse d’excellence de rendement global fut remise à des finissants d’écoles secondaires catholiques du diocèse de Sault Ste-Marie qui se sont illustrés en tant que : croyant éclairé, communicateur efficace, penseur réfléchi, élève ...

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Morning News – July 11

July 11, 2022 at 07:56 Weather: Today – Cloudy. Temperature falling to 11 this afternoon. UV index 5 or moderate. Tonight – Cloudy with 40% chance of showers. Wind becoming north 20 km/h before morning. Temperature steady near 11.   COVID Statistics: Algoma Public Health states that there are 297 cases reported of COVID-19 in the North Algoma region of ...

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Join Fringe North Festival for a multi-arts experience

The Fringe North Festival, proud member of the Canadian Association of Fringe Festivals, is pleased to announce that this year’s festival is fast approaching! The multi-arts experience will take place from August 18 – 21, 2022. The Fringe Team will be presenting the full lineup of performers and events for the upcoming festival in the following weeks. Audiences will enjoy ...

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LDHC Palliative Care Program’s Annual Memorial Butterfly Release

The LDHC Palliative Care Program is excited to welcome our live butterflies back this year! We are inviting the community to join us for this in-person family event, which will include music, children’s activities, refreshments and the release of live butterflies. As this is a memorial celebration, attendees are invited to purchase a butterfly for $20 and release the butterfly ...

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Thank You – M.H.S. Graduation 2022

On the evening of Wednesday, June 29th, Michipicoten High School graduates walked across the stage to receive their Ontario Secondary School Diploma. This achievement was celebrated by families and friends in attendance and graduates were cheered on in spirit by those who couldn’t make it.   Traditions from ceremonies of the past were brought back as we once again gathered in ...

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Morning News – July 9

July 9, 2022 at 07:56 Weather: Today – Sunny. High 19. UV index 8 or very high. Tonight – Clear. Low 6.   COVID Statistics: Algoma Public Health states that there are 297 cases reported of COVID-19 in the North Algoma region of the Algoma District.   Forest Fire Update: There is one fire in the Northeast Region. Pembroke 3 ...

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CONWAY, Reta (nee Harper)

May 8, 1931 – July 6, 2022 Passed away peacefully with family by her side. Wife of the late Colin Conway. Mother of the late Julia (Dave Dowhower of Pennsylvania), Phil (Jill), late Larry (Sandra), late Alan, and Tracy (Dave Blackmore). Grandmother of 13; great-grandmother of 22; great-great-grandmother of 4. Born to Walter and Vera (nee Middaugh) Harper she had ...

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Morning News – July 7

July 7, 2022 at 07:56 Weather: Today – Increasing cloudiness early this morning. 30% chance of showers this afternoon. High 16. UV index 7 or high. Tonight – Partly cloudy. 30% chance of showers this evening. Fog patches developing overnight. Low 10.   COVID Statistics: Algoma Public Health states that there are 297 cases reported of COVID-19 in the North ...

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East Algoma OPP – Break & Enter Investigated, Firearms Missing

On July 5, 2022, shortly after 10:15 a.m., members from the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a break and enter at a residence on Kensington Road in the Town of Desbarats. Investigation determined sometime between 12:00 p.m. July 4th and 9:30 a.m. July 5th, 2022, unknown person(s) entered the residence through a basement door ...

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Men’s Night Golf – June 30

(111 Players) 1st FLIGHT: 1st : Steve Jozin, Karl Benstead, Spare – 32 2nd : James Morden, Monte White, Paul Asselin – 33 3rd : Vic Sillanpaa, Scott Robinson, Tony Thomas – 34 2nd FLIGHT: 1st : Caleb Boylan, Cooper Moore, Eben Leadbetter – 34 2nd : John Simon, Paul Bernath, Billy McGie – 34 3rd : Brandon Case, Bradley ...

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Morning News – July 6

July 6, 2022 at 07:56 Weather: Today – Cloudy. Becoming a mix of sun and cloud near noon. Fog patches dissipating this morning. Wind northeast 20 km/h becoming light this morning. High 19. UV index 7 or high. Tonight – Clear. Low 7.   COVID Statistics: Algoma Public Health states that there are 297 cases reported of COVID-19 in the ...

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