Local & Area News

On August 16, 2024, at approximately 4:00 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to suspicious vehicle/driver that pulled into a driveway of a local business on Highway 17 in the Town of Iron Bridge. The car had left in an eastbound direction on Highway 17 and was later travelling 40 kph in a 70 ...

Premier Ford delivered the following remarks at the 2024 Association of Municipalities of Ontario annual general meeting and conference. “Well, good morning, everyone. Thank you, Martin, for that kind introduction. And before I get started… I want to congratulate you Colin… And the outgoing AMO Board of Directors… For all the work you’ve done over the last two years. Thank ...

We had 105 golfers! 1st Flight: 1st: Charlee Simon, Asley Coombs, Anj Oberai – 35 2nd: Lise Noel, Toni Rutland, Guylaine Domich – 36 3rd: Rachael Korytko-Amos, Meghan Amos, Alexis Alexopoulos – 37 2nd Flight: 1st: Marcie DLF, Cassee Provost, Dawn Campbell – 41 2nd: Lise Noel, Lonna Desbiens, Trudy Dunham – 42 3rd: Mel Charbonneau, Gen Verreault, Spare – ...

Lake Superior Provincial Park is is one of Ontario’s largest provincial parks in Ontario, covering about 1,550 square kilometres along the northeastern shores of Lake Superior between Sault Ste. Marie and Wawa. There are many things to do in the park, but one of the highlights are the learning opportunities that park staff present to visitors throughout the summer. Monday, ...

On behalf of the entire Zagar Family, we would like to thank everyone who joined us, from near and far, and sent messages for Ralph’s funeral/celebration of life on August 10th. We enjoyed reading the messages and seeing so many faces from the past and present!  It was a very special day as we shared memories and stories to celebrate Ralph.  ...

Weather: Today – Mainly sunny. Wind north 20 km/h gusting to 40. High 19. UV index 6 or high. Tonight – A few clouds. Wind northeast 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light late this evening. Low plus 5. Northeast Forest Fire Update: There are 31 active wildland fires in the Northeast Region. Of these, 3 are not under control, ...

Officers from the SE OPP Wawa Detachment and members of the Wawa Fire Department were called to the Wawa Drill Rig this evening. A male had climbed to the top of the drill rig after 9 p.m. OPP officers could be heard talking to the individual, asking for a safe return to ground. The identity of the person is unknown, ...

We are devastated to announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather Jim Walsh at the age of 73 years in Sault Ste Marie on Thursday, August 15, 2024. Jim was six months old when his first death certificate was issued. He gave death a tiny middle finger and went on to survive his parents Leo ...

The Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe) version of Star Wars: A New Hope makes its debut August 8, 2024 at Centennial Concert Hall in Winnipeg. Manitoba. Starting on August 10, the film will debut in limited release in Winnipeg and other select markets. Walt Disney Studios Canada is collaborating with exhibitors in Winnipeg and other select markets to offer free screenings for the ...

Premier Doug Ford has named Jill Dunlop as the new Minister of Education and Nolan Quinn as the new Minister of Colleges and Universities. Kevin Holland has joined Cabinet as the new Associate Minister of Forestry and Forest Products as part of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Graham McGregor has joined Cabinet as the new Associate Minister of Auto ...

Le premier ministre Doug Ford a nommé Jill Dunlop au poste de ministre de l’Éducation et Nolan Quinn au poste de ministre des Collèges et Universités. Se sont joints au Conseil des ministres Kevin Holland en tant que ministre associé des Forêts et des Produits forestiers, relevant du ministère des Richesses naturelles et Graham McGregor en tant que nouveau ministre ...

Weather: Cloudy. 40 percent chance of showers early this morning. Showers beginning early this morning. Risk of a thunderstorm this afternoon. Local amount 10 to 15 mm. Wind becoming northeast 20 km/h this afternoon. High 22. Humidex 29. UV index 3 or moderate. Tonight – Cloudy. 40 percent chance of showers this evening and after midnight. Risk of a thunderstorm ...

A year-and-a-half ago, Michael Mantha, MPP for Algoma-Manitoulin, was removed from the ONDP Caucus as an independent, confidential investigation into “workplace misconduct” was undertaken. While details were sparse at the time, he was alleged to have been in contravention of the party’s harassment, violence, and discrimination policy. Our anti-harassment statement is read and recommitted to at every ONDP gathering. While ...

Weather: Today – Showers. Risk of a thunderstorm late this afternoon. Local amount 10 to 15 mm. High 19. Tonight – Cloudy with 60 percent chance of showers. Risk of a thunderstorm this evening. Low 16. Northeast Forest Fire Region Update: There are 26 active wildland fires in the Northeast Region. Of these, 4 are under control, 6 are not ...

March 9, 1958 – August 7, 2024 Despite the hand in life Gary was dealt and the many challenges he faced, he never complained. He always had a positive attitude. Gary was a great support to Dad and his brother Earl. Born in Wawa on March 9, 1958, Gary enjoyed his childhood and summers at the cottage, swimming and boating, ...