Local & Area News

On Wednesday, May 19th, Algoma Public Health (APH) reported 4 new cases of COVID-19, all from Sault Ste. Marie and area. All four cases are of unknown exposure are self-isolating. Three cases were tested on May 17th, and one on May 19.  In addition, APH advised of a potential low-risk exposure to COVID-19 via SSM Transit. Today, May 20th, 2021, ...

On May 19, 2021, members from the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on patrol duties on Highway 108 in the City of Elliot Lake. Shortly before 8:30 p.m., police observed a car near Highway 108 and Esten Drive North with one of the two occupants not wearing a seatbelt and as a result a traffic ...

On May 13, 2021, shortly after 1:30 a.m., members from the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a taxi fare theft in the City in Elliot Lake. Investigation determined a customer was picked up on Beckett Boulevard (Blvd.) and wanted to be driven to an address on Spruce Ave. where the person would return to ...

The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, has released its Roadmap to Reopen, a three-step plan to safely and cautiously reopen the province and gradually lift public health measures based on the province-wide vaccination rate and improvements in key public health and health care indicators. In response to recent improvements to these indicators, Ontario will ...

Le gouvernement de l’Ontario, en consultation avec le médecin hygiéniste en chef de la province, a dévoilé son Plan d’action pour le déconfinement, un plan en trois phases d’une durée déterminée pour le déconfinement prudent et sécuritaire de la province et la levée progressive des mesures de santé publique en fonction du taux de vaccination à l’échelle de la province ...

  An award-winning documentary will have its world premiere screening later this month will give viewers around the world a chance to watch it. The film was produced with a lot of local talent from Sault Ste. Marie. “We’re grateful to have our film selected at a festival dedicated to mental health issues… and to have it screened during Mental ...

On May 19, 2021, at approximately 1:00 p.m., members of the North East Region Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) executed a Cannabis Act (CA) search warrant at a commercial property on Martel Road in Chapleau. A search of the premises revealed a large illegal cannabis growing operation. More than 12,000 plants in various stages of growth were ...

Weather: Cloudy. 40 percent chance of drizzle changing to 60 percent chance of showers this morning. Fog patches dissipating late this morning. High 22. Humidex 26. UV index 5 or moderate. Tonight – Showers. Fog patches developing near midnight. Low 16.   Status of COVID-19 cases in Algoma Tested (1)  Confirmed cases (2) Active cases Currently hospitalized Resolved cases (3) ...

Budget 2021 has helped to strengthen the financial security of Canadians later in life. It announced two important measures. In August 2021, we will issue a one-time $500 payment directly to seniors aged 75+ as of June 2022. Then in July 2022, we will permanently increase the Old Age Security pension by 10 per cent for seniors aged 75+. That’s ...

Dean Arthur Smith, 84, passed away on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at his home in Hale, MI surrounded by his beloved wife and family. He lived in Hale all his life and wintered in Florida Keys. He was born on April 10, 1937 in West Branch and raised by Irwin and Lois (Mitchell) Smith. Dean married Patricia Ann McCahill in ...

Fog advisory in effect for: Wawa – Pukaskwa Park Marathon – Schreiber Nipigon – Rossport City of Thunder Bay Cloud Bay – Dorion Near zero visibility in fog is expected or occurring. Areas of dense fog will reduce visibility to near zero. Locations adjacent to Lake Superior, including Highway 17 from Marathon to Thunder Bay may be affected. Thursday morning. ...

The Rotary Club of Wawa is celebrating its 60th year of “Service above Self”! The following a just a few highlights of past projects we have enjoyed being a part of. As a Community, YOU have been great supporters of our efforts. For that, we are truly grateful! Jalopy Dive: This was one of our earliest fundraisers here in Wawa.  ...

May 17th, 2021: North Algoma Covid-19 Vaccine Eligible Groups The following new groups, and previous eligible groups, are welcome to book an appointment: Adults aged 50+ At-Risk Health Conditions: Immune deficiencies/autoimmune disorders Stroke/cerebrovascular disease Dementia Diabetes Liver disease All other cancers Respiratory diseases Spleen problems (e.g., asplenia) Heart disease Hypertension with end-organ damage Diagnosis of mental disorder Substance use disorders Sickle ...

The 2021 Marina Season has launched at the Harry McCluskie Municipal Marina. The sticker system that was implemented last year continues. First, purchase boat launch passes in order to use the boat launches. The application form is available online on the Municipal website (wawa.cc or click this link for PDF download Boat Launch). If you are renting a slip in ...

This is national Canada Road Safety Week, and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reporting 76 road collision fatalities since January 1, 2021. Consistent year to year, a significant number of the road deaths so far in 2021 are attributed to driving behaviours that are the focus of this week’s campaign: aggressive, inattentive/distracted and alcohol/drug-impaired drivers, and unbuckled vehicle occupants. ...