Local & Area News

Saturday Morning News – June 6

Weather: Today – Cloudy. 30% chance of showers this morning. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 21. UV index 5 or moderate. Tonight – Partly cloudy. Fog patches developing near midnight. Low 9.

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DESMOULIN, Willard

Passed away in his sleep at the Wilson Memorial Hospital on Tuesday June 2, 2026 at the age of 79 years. Dear son of the late Monica and Stephen Desmoulin. Loving brother of Peter Desmoulin and he was predeceased by Stella Black (George), Helen Porter (Joe), Walter Desmoulin, Ambrose Desmoulin (Shirley), Noreen Desmoulin (Albert), Brenda Desmoulin and Douglas Desmoulin.  Willard ...

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Friday Morning News – June 5

Weather: Today – Cloudy with 60% chance of showers and risk of a thunderstorm. High 17. UV index 5 or moderate. Tonight – Cloudy with 60% chance of showers. Risk of a thunderstorm this evening. Low 12.

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ATV Safety Week (June 1-7): Ride Smart. Ride Safe.

Half of ATV riders killed in OPP-investigated incidents were not wearing a helmet, a trend that hasn’t improved in over a decade. Nearly half of fatalities also involve alcohol or drugs. These are preventable tragedies. Before you hit the trails: Wear a helmet, every ride, every time Never ride impaired Control your speed and stay alert Your choices don’t just ...

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Thursday Morning News – June 4

Weather: Today – Mainly sunny. Increasing cloudiness this afternoon. High 20. UV index 8 or very high. Tonight – Mainly cloudy with 40% chance of showers and risk of a thunderstorm. Low 12. News Tidbits: Be careful driving and watch for wildlife not only at night but during broad daylight. The moose are out and about, and so are the ...

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Happenings at Wawa First United Church – June 3

Last Sunday,  Trinity Sunday, we had an explanation of the Trinity sign. There are several names for the trinity: Father, Son, Holy Spirit, or Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer, or Maker, Giver and Lover. Explaining the Trinity has many answers and questions. Jesus, Many stories in the Bible focus on Jesus, friend of little children, This was to show that God ...

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Between the Covers – June 2

Music Night with James Smedley! What a great Music Night with James! The story at the beginning and the jokes throughout the show were definite highlights. James is a very talented performer/comedian, and we thank you for an amazing show. The hour went by in the blink of an eye! It was a lot of fun. Thank you as well ...

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Tuesday Morning News – June 2

Weather: Today – Sunny. High 23 with temperature falling to 16 this afternoon. UV index 8 or very high. Tonight – Clear. Low 5. News Tidbits: Don’t forget the scheduled power outage today for customers on: Joliet Street, Highway 101, Montreal Avenue, and Main Street between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. This interruption is required for line ...

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Ladies Night Golf – May 27th

96 Golfers. A great start to the season! Call ins begin on Mondays at 10 a.m. A friendly reminder to please treat staff with respect and have patience for call ins. There should be no rush to call in for 1:30 p.m. shotgun as it is unlikely to fill up. 1st FLIGHT: 1st – Suzanne Lacasse, Charlee Simon, Guylaine Domich  ...

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Ontario Expands First Nations Ownership in East-West Tie Transmission Line

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As part of its plan to protect Ontario and build a stronger, more reliable electricity system, the government is welcoming increased First Nations ownership of the East-West Tie (EWT) Transmission Line. Bamkushwada LP (BLP), representing six First Nations on the shores of Gichigami (Lake Superior), has increased its equity stake in the line from 3.5 per cent to 20 per ...

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L’Ontario soutient la participation accrue des Premières Nations dans le projet de raccordement électrique Est-Ouest

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Dans le cadre de son plan visant à protéger l’Ontario et à mettre en place un réseau électrique plus solide et plus fiable, le gouvernement se félicite de l’augmentation de la participation des Premières Nations dans la ligne de transport d’électricité de raccordement Est-Ouest. Bamkushwada LP (BLP), qui représente six Premières Nations situées sur les rives du Gichigami (lac Supérieur), ...

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Highway 17S (Wawa to Batchawana) OPEN One Lane

Jun 1, 2026 at 04:38 At 23:21, on May 31st, Highway 17 was reopened to one lane on the Old Woman Bay Hill. The eastbound lane and shoulder is closed. May 31, 2026 at 20:07 Travel woes continue for travellers. A collision on Highway 129 has meant that OPP has closed the highway for investigation. The highway is closed in ...

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Travel Woes Continue with Hwy 129 (Sultan – Thessalon) OPEN

Jun 1, 2026 at 04:31 At 3:29 a.m. OPP reopened Hwy 129. Ontario Provincial Police – North East Region fb’d “Hwy. 129 has reopened between Hwy. 17 in Thessalon and Hwy. 667 near Chapleau. We appreciated your patience and understanding during the on-site investigation and clean-up.” May 31, 2026 at 20:07 Travel woes continue for travellers. A collision on Highway ...

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