Local & Area News

On February 14, 2022 at approximately 3:37 a.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of a traffic complaint on Highway 17 near Wawa. Through investigation, the driver of one motor vehicle was determined to have intentionally made contact with a second motor vehicle. No injuries were sustained by anyone involved. As a result, a ...

With key public health and health system indicators continuing to improve, the Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, is cautiously and gradually easing public health measures sooner, with the next phase of measures being eased on February 17, 2022 at 12:01 a.m. “Given how well Ontario has done in the Omicron wave we are able ...

Les indicateurs de la santé publique et du système de santé continuant de s’améliorer, le gouvernement de l’Ontario, en consultation avec le médecin hygiéniste en chef de la province, assouplira de façon progressive et prudente certaines mesures de santé publique. Les mesures assouplies entreront en vigueur plus tôt que prévu, soit le 17 février 2022 à 0 h 1. « ...

The Extreme Cold Warning continues for all of Northern Ontario. Temperatures vary with Wind chill values between minus 35 and minus 40. Risks are greater for young children, older adults, people with chronic illnesses, people working or exercising outdoors, and those without proper shelter. Watch for cold related symptoms: shortness of breath, chest pain, muscle pain and weakness, numbness and ...

Feb 14, 2022 at 07:56 Weather: Extreme Cold Warning Today – Flurries. Local amount 2 cm. Wind up to 15 km/h. High minus 12. Wind chill minus 31 this morning and minus 15 this afternoon. Risk of frostbite. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Partly cloudy with 30 percent chance of flurries early this evening then clear. Wind up to ...

Suddenly surrounded by the love of her family at the Sault Area Hospital on Sunday, February 13, 2022 at the age of 66.  Partner of Jonathan Gatz.  Loving daughter of John and the late Mary Jane Ramsay.  Dear sister of James (Susan) and their family; Tammy Grawbarger (Charlie), Ashton Kent (Matthew), Jordan Ramsay (Aurora), sister of Alan (Debbie) and their ...

Feb 12, 2022 at 12:32 Just after 12 Noon today, the Wawa Fire Department were called to a residential fire on McKinley Avenue.   Four OPP cruisers are providing traffic control. McKinley Avenue from Algoma Street to Mackay Street, and Laurier Avenue to McKinley Avenue.    

Paul Calandra, Minister of Long- Term Care announced significant funding for long term care beds across Northern Ontario.  Northern Ontario will be the recipient of 228 beds for residents. As PC candidate for Algoma Manitoulin, Cheryl Fort stated “I am delighted to know that both Manitouwadge and Elliot Lake were part of today’s announcement.   Elliot Lake’s St. Joseph’s Manor will ...

Feb 12, 2022 at 07:56 Weather: Extreme Cold Warning Today – Sunny. Becoming a mix of sun and cloud this afternoon. Wind up to 15 km/h. High minus 19. Wind chill minus 38 this morning and minus 26 this afternoon. Risk of frostbite. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Partly cloudy. Becoming clear overnight. Wind up to 15 km/h. Low ...

Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre (SSMIC) is supporting student learning at Sault College by establishing the SSM Innovation Centre IT Success Scholarship. This scholarship is available to students enrolled in their first year of an Information Technology studies program at the College and will be awarded to three local students annually. Each scholarship is valued at $1,500 and is renewable ...

The Ontario government is providing $2 million through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) to support the growing film and television industry in North Bay. This investment will help create jobs, attract talent and boost economic growth, improving quality of life for those who live in northern communities. “Our government is proud to support the film and television industry ...

The Ontario government is providing $400,000 through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) to help establish Norquay Trusses Ltd. in Sault Ste. Marie, a new business in the forestry manufacturing sector. The funding will strengthen the regional economy, create new jobs and boost the competitiveness of Ontario’s forestry sector. “This investment will allow Norquay Trusses to purchase new equipment ...

Le gouvernement de l’Ontario investit 400 000 $ par l’entremise de la Société de gestion du Fonds du patrimoine du Nord de l’Ontario (SGFPNO) pour aider à établir Norquay Trusses Ltd., une nouvelle entreprise œuvrant dans le secteur de la fabrication forestière, à Sault Ste. Marie. Le financement permettra de renforcer l’économie régionale, de créer de nouveaux emplois et de ...

Feb 11, 2022 at 12:17 Highway 17 has been reopened. Feb 11, 2022 at 10:29   Highway 17 from Schreiber to Nipigon has been reopened according to OPP; but ON511 says closed. Whatever the situation really is, Terrace Bay Fire/Emergency Services is warning that road conditions are treacherous. “We are receiving mixed messages from 511 and OPP about the highway ...

Winter weather is upon us and the Nipigon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to remind motorists that adverse weather conditions put extra demands on you as a driver and on your vehicle’s performance. STAY ALERT. SLOW DOWN. STAY IN CONTROL. These are three key elements to safe winter driving. Motorists are advised of the following safety tips to help everyone arrive ...