Local & Area News

The annual Festive RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) campaign has concluded, with 76 drivers now facing impaired driving-related charges in North East Region. From November 20, 2025, to January 1, 2026, Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) North East Region officers conducted 1,574 Festive RIDE spot checks, totaling 2,903 hours of enforcement across 12 detachment areas. This enforcement effort resulted in: 76 ...

Weather: Today – Cloudy. 40% chance of drizzle this afternoon. Wind becoming south 20 km/h this morning. High 4. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Cloudy. 40% chance of drizzle this evening. Periods of rain or snow beginning late this evening then changing to snow at times heavy after midnight. Risk of freezing drizzle late this evening and after ...

In response to the recent layoffs announced at Algoma Steel, Sault College is extending support to affected workers through a series of January information sessions focused on retraining, upgrading and employment opportunities.   These January sessions will help individuals explore available services and education pathways. Participants will learn about employment supports, resume and cover letter assistance, employer connections, and retraining ...

Jan 8, 2026 at 06:48 Hwy 101 From Opishing River Br to Shawmere River Bare and wet road Good No 2026-01-08 05:07 From Shawmere River to Highway 651 Bare and wet road Partly snow packed Good No 2026-01-08 05:22 From Highway 651 to Wawa Bare and wet road Snow covered Good No Hwy 129 From Thessalon to Hinckler Lake Snow ...

October 16, 1928 – January 5, 2026 With heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life so fully lived, we announce the peaceful passing of Jane Elizabeth Valois, January 5, 2026, surrounded by the family she loved so fiercely. She is predeceased by her devoted husband, Jack, and her beloved eldest son, Murray. Though we grieve these losses deeply, we ...

Jan 7, 2026 at 15:10 Hwy 651 is reduced to one lane in the Missanabie area due to a disabled vehicle.ON511 Mapping shows the disabled vehicle just south of the CPKC crossing which is south of Missinabie. The northbound lane and shoulder is blocked. This incident began on January 7th at 13:54.

To those who dump items in the church porch, PLEASE DO NOT BLOCK entry!   This is still a church.  This past Sunday morning, the organist could not get into the church because of bags and boxes piled in front of the door.  We cannot continue to block this entryway.   There are numerous other groups using the church building ...

With deep sadness, the family announces the passing of John “Jack” Joseph Roussain in his 98th year. Jack passed away peacefully on Christmas evening, Thursday, December 25, 2025, at the Lady Dunn Health Centre in Wawa. Born on March 8, 1928, to the late Francis Roussain and the late Mabel Sherlock (Rathbone), Jack was a true son of the Algoma ...

Weather: Today – Cloudy. 60% chance of light snow this morning then 60% chance of flurries this afternoon. Risk of freezing drizzle. Fog patches dissipating this morning. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 this morning. High zero. Wind chill -8 this morning. Tonight – Cloudy. 30% chance of flurries this evening with risk of freezing drizzle. Wind southwest ...

Jan 7, 2026 at 07:12 Primary Conditions Secondary Conditions Visibility Drifting Last Updated Hwy 101 From Opishing River Br to Shawmere River Bare and wet road Good No 2026-01-07 05:11 From Shawmere River to Highway 651 Bare and wet road Good No 2026-01-07 05:25 From Highway 651 to Wawa Bare and wet road Partly snow covered Good No 2026-01-07 05:24 ...

Weather: Today – Cloudy. 60% chance of light snow changing to 60% chance of flurries this afternoon. Risk of freezing drizzle. Fog patches dissipating this morning. Wind up to 15 km/h. High -1. Wind chill near -7. Tonight – Cloudy with 60% chance of light snow and risk of freezing drizzle. Fog patches developing near midnight. Wind up to 15 ...

Jan 6, 2026 at 07:09 Hwy 101 From Opishing River Br to Shawmere River Partly snow covered Bare and wet road Good No 2026-01-06 05:10 From Shawmere River to Highway 651 Bare and wet road Partly ice covered Good No 2026-01-06 06:55 From Highway 651 to Wawa Bare and wet road Snow covered Good No 2026-01-06 05:21 Hwy 129 From ...

Jan 5, 2026 at 09:22 At 8:41 this weather alert was ended. Jan 4, 2026 at 23:23 11:22 PM EST Sunday 4 January 2026 Snowfall tonight. What: Snowfall amounts of 8 to 12 cm. Reduced visibility at times in heavy snow. When: Beginning tonight and tapering off Monday morning. Additional information: Snow will taper to light flurries or freezing drizzle ...

Weather: Today – Periods of snow. Wind up to 15 km/h. High -3. Wind chill near -10. Tonight – Cloudy with 60% chance of light snow and risk of freezing drizzle. Wind up to 15 km/h. Low -7. Wind chill -6 this evening and -12 overnight. News Tidbits: Holocaust survivor Eva Schloss, sister (by marriage) of Anne Frank, has died ...

Jan 5, 2026 at 06:15 Hwy 101 From Opishing River Br to Shawmere River Partly snow covered Good Yes 2026-01-05 05:25 From Shawmere River to Highway 651 Snow covered Snow packed Good No 2026-01-05 05:30 From Highway 651 to Wawa Snow covered Snow packed Fair No 2026-01-05 05:29 Hwy 129 From Thessalon to Hinckler Lake Snow covered Good No 2026-01-05 ...