Local & Area News

14th Annual William G. Rose Memorial Golf Tournament

On Friday 15th July, 2022 after a 2-year hiatus we were pleased to be able to host the 14th annual William G. Rose Memorial Golf Tournament. A beautiful day welcomed the 131 golfers in attendance. The Michipicoten Golf Club provided an exceptional day with the help of their staff. Karl, Monica, Dave, Hayli, Cooper, Amelia, and Sara along with the ...

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Lake Superior Park Experiences – Wednesday, August 24

Looking for something to do? Got friends visiting and not sure what to do with them? Visit Lake Superior Provincial Park and not only enjoy the spectacular scenery but learn about this unique area. Pinguisibi (Sand River Trail) 1:00 PM GUIDED HIKE: SAND RIVER MIGRATION – Join Zane and Faith for a short walk along the Pingiusibi (Sand River) and ...

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Morning News – August 24

Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at 07:56 Weather: Today – A mix of sun and cloud. 30% chance of showers this afternoon. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 22. Humidex 25. UV index 7 or high. Tonight – Cloudy with 30% chance of showers. Fog patches developing overnight. Low 11. COVID Statistics: Current Change in the previous 7 days Central & ...

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Melanie Pilon Acclaimed as new Mayor for the Municipality of Wawa

The Municipality of Wawa has reissued this media release. With the nomination deadline now closed, the Municipality of Wawa is pleased to announce that Ms. Melanie Pilon was acclaimed as the new Mayor and she will take office on Tuesday, November 15, 2022. Ms. Pilon was appointed to Municipal Council on February 1, 2022. Ms. Pilon has a background in ...

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Nominations and Acclamations of Candidates in 2022 Wawa Municipal Election

LIST OF CERTIFIED CANDIDATES Municipal Elections Act, 1996, s.11(4)2 NOTICE is hereby given to the Municipal Electors of the MUNICIPALITY OF WAWA that during the period commencing on May 2, 2022 and completed on Nomination Day, August 19, 2022, the following persons filed all necessary papers, declarations and fees and as Clerk, I am satisfied that such persons are qualified ...

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Lake Superior Park Experiences – Tuesday, August 23

Looking for something to do? Got friends visiting and not sure what to do with them? Visit Lake Superior Provincial Park and not only enjoy the spectacular scenery but learn about this unique area. Rocky Point, Agawa Bay 1:00 PM GUIDED HIKE: MINDFULNESS WALK – Take a meditative walk with Anna and Meadow through Lake Superior’s coastal forest. We’ll “shake ...

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Morning News – August 23

Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at 07:56 Weather: Today – Cloudy. 30% chance of showers late this morning and this afternoon. High 22. Humidex 28. UV index 4 or moderate. Tonight – Partly cloudy with 30% chance of showers. Fog patches developing after midnight. Low 11. COVID Statistics: Current Change in the previous 7 days Central & East Algoma 988 28 ...

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40th Annual Wawa Salmon Derby

  Organizers, volunteers and of course, anglers were happy to see a full weekend of fishing for the 40th Annual Wawa Salmon Derby. There were 72 teams that went out on Lake Superior to see if they could feel their creel or today’s creel, cooler or live well. However, out of an overabundance of caution, organizers decided to forego the ...

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Lake Superior Park Experiences – Monday, August 22

Looking for something to do? Got friends visiting and not sure what to do with them? Visit Lake Superior Provincial Park and not only enjoy the spectacular scenery but learn about this unique area. Agawa Bay Visitor Centre Drop-in: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM MEET THE NATURALIST: ALIEN INVADERS – They attach to our gear, hide in plain sight, and ...

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Morning News – August 22

Monday, August 22, 2022 at 07:56 Weather: Today –  Sunny. Increasing cloudiness this afternoon then 30% chance of showers late this afternoon. High 27. Humidex 29. UV index 7 or high. Tonight – Mainly cloudy. 30% chance of showers this evening. Low 13. COVID Statistics: Current Change in the previous 7 days Central & East Algoma 988 28 Elliot Lake ...

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Kilotile removes Cry To Me from all digital music stores

Canadian DJ/producer Kilotile removes Cry To Me from all digital music stores to stick with the record contract with Polydor. A delay on the release date of Empower has been issued as well so it is expected in 2023. In a recent post on his social media, Kilotile stated: “Hey everyone, so, I have unfortunate news. In order for me ...

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40th Annual Wawa Salmon Derby underway

The 40th Annual Wawa Salmon Derby is underway. Fishing began a 5 p.m. yesterday, and anglers are already back out on the waters of Michipicoten Bay. Today is the famous Pancake Breakfast, and tonight is the Fish Fry, with everyone invited down to watch the boats with fish come in, and watch the ‘Parade of Lights’ as boats return tonight ...

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Nominations Close for Wawa Election

The nomination period for the 2022 Wawa municipal election has closed. From the municipal website, there continues to be only one candidate for Mayor, Melanie Pilon. With no other candidates for Mayor at this time, Melanie will be acclaimed Mayor. For Councillors there will be an election: There are nine candidates for four (4) seats. Current councillors Cathy Cannon and ...

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Morning News – August 20

Saturday, August 20, 2022 at 07:56 Weather: Today – Cloudy. 70% chance of showers changing to 30% chance of showers this afternoon. Risk of a thunderstorm this morning and early this afternoon. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 21. Humidex 28. UV index 4 or moderate. Tonight – Mainly cloudy. 30% chance of showers this evening. Fog patches developing overnight. ...

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Lake Superior Park Experiences – Friday, August 19

Looking for something to do? Got friends visiting and not sure what to do with them? Visit Lake Superior Provincial Park and not only enjoy the spectacular scenery but learn about this unique area. Amphitheatre, Agawa Bay 10:00 AM SPECIAL EVENT: STORYTELLING WITH BRAD WOODS – Join master storyteller Brad Woods during his Superior Storytelling Tour! He’ll tell myths, legends, ...

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