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Morning News – June 21st

Today is the national 25th anniversary of celebrating the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. Happy Indigenous Peoples Day! Weather Periods of rain ending near noon then cloudy with 60 percent chance of showers. Wind north 30 km/h gusting to 60. High 11. UV index 3 or moderate. Tonight – Mainly cloudy. 40 ...

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Réfléchissez à deux fois avant de laisser un animal dans une voiture chaude ou vous pourriez avoir affaire à la loi

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Le gouvernement de l’Ontario exhorte tout le monde à prendre les précautions nécessaires pour assurer la sécurité et la protection de leurs animaux de compagnie pendant les grosses chaleurs de l’été. La température à l’intérieur d’un véhicule peut rapidement dépasser la température extérieure, même si les fenêtres restent légèrement ouvertes. Les animaux de compagnie peuvent courir des risques graves, voire ...

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‘PAWS’ and Think Twice Before Leaving Your Pet in a Hot Car

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The Ontario government is urging everyone to take the necessary precautions to keep their pets safe and protected during the hot summer months. Temperatures inside a vehicle can quickly become hotter than the temperature outside even if windows are left slightly open. Pets can be put at risk of serious illness and possibly death due to heat exposure as a ...

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Men’s Night Golf – June 17

(123 Players) 1st FLIGHT: Francis Dechamplain, Jessy Dechamplain, Joey Dechamplain – 5 under par 31 2nd FLIGHT: Peter Russ, Tim Lesarge, Mike Hogan – 2 under par 34 3rd FLIGHT: Mike Belanger, Danny Mathias, Antonio Alexopoulos – 1 under par 35 4th FLIGHT: Dan Guay, Guy Lachapelle, Roger Gamache – Even par 36 5th FLIGHT: Ray Chevrier, Cory Purcell, Nick ...

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Morning News – June 20th

Happy Father’s Day! Weather A mix of sun and cloud. 40 percent chance of showers this afternoon. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 15. UV index 8 or very high. Tonight – Periods of rain. Low 11. Status of cases in Algoma Tested (1)  Confirmed cases (2) Active cases Currently hospitalized Resolved cases (3) Deceased Cases Screened Positive for VOC ...

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1 new confirmed case of COVID-19 (#398)

Algoma Public Health (APH) has reported one new case of COVID-19, from Sault Ste. Marie and area. Case #398 was tested June 18th, and is of the close contact exposure; and is self-isolating. Through contact tracing, APH notifies all close contacts directly. If you are not contacted by APH you are not considered a close contact.

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Senior’s Golf – June 14

(30 Players) 1st PLACE: Luan Buckell, Derek Chapman – 32 2nd PLACE: Kathy Culhane, Gilbert Bouchard – 36 3rd PLACE: Nicole Chapman, Karl Benstead – 37 LEAST AMOUNT OF PUTTS: Kathy Culhane, Gilbert Bouchard CLOSEST TO THE PIN #3: Tony Thomas CLOSEST TO THE PIN #7: Derek Chapman DRAW WINNERS: Canadian Tire – Club House Voucher – Lise Bernath Mystery ...

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Morning News – June 19th

Weather Cloudy. High 18. UV index 5 or moderate. Tonight – Mainly cloudy. Fog patches developing overnight. Low plus 4.   Status of COVID-19 cases in Algoma Tested (1)  Confirmed cases (2) Active cases Currently hospitalized Resolved cases (3) Deceased Cases Screened Positive for VOC (4) 150,275  397 3 1(1) 394 6 110 Updated: June 18, 2021, 3:00 pm Doses ...

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Perseverance, selflessness and entrepreneurship

Travis Terris, a grade 12 student at École secondaire Saint Joseph (Wawa), is a positive leader who stands out through his composure and self-confidence. His good humour, smile and calmness when facing challenges allowed him to earn the respect of his peers and school staff. Travis manages his time and hobbies according to his strengths and always with a realistic ...

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Persévérance, don de soi et entrepreneuriat

Travis Terris, élève de 12e année à l’école secondaire Saint-Joseph (Wawa), est un leader positif qui s’est affirmé par sa tranquillité et son assurance. Sa bonne humeur, son sourire ainsi que son calme devant les défis lui ont permis de se mériter le respect de ses pairs et du personnel de l’école. Travis gère son temps et ses loisirs en ...

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Morning News – June 18th

Weather Sunny this morning then a mix of sun and cloud with 30 percent chance of showers this afternoon. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 this morning. High 20. UV index 8 or very high. Tonight – Mainly cloudy with 30 percent chance of showers. Low 8.   Status of COVID-19 cases in Algoma Tested (1)  Confirmed cases ...

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East Algoma OPP – Spousal Assault Charges Laid

On June 17, 2021, shortly before 1:30 a.m., members from the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were made aware of a domestic dispute that had taken place the evening prior at a residence on McFarlane Road in the City of Elliot Lake. Investigation determined that a couple went for an ATV ride in a wooded area ...

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Morning News – June 17th

Weather Sunny early this morning then a mix of sun and cloud with 40 percent chance of showers late this morning and this afternoon. Risk of a thunderstorm late this morning and this afternoon. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h this afternoon. High 22. UV index 8 or very high. Tonight – Partly cloudy with 40 percent chance of showers. Risk ...

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Ontario Supporting the Identification and Commemoration of Indian Residential School Burial Sites

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The Ontario government is providing $10 million to help support the identification, investigation, protection and commemoration of Indian Residential School burial sites across the province. The funding will also ensure that culturally appropriate, trauma-informed mental health supports are available for Indian Residential School survivors, their families and Indigenous communities. “Like all Ontarians, I was heartbroken by the news of a ...

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