On March 4, 2021, at 6:00 p.m., members of the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attended a townhouse on Spruce Avenue in Elliot Lake to execute a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) warrant. The OPP’s Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), East Algoma Crime Unit, Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB), the Canine Unit, Emergency Response Team (ERT), and ...
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École secondaire Saint-Joseph students honoured during Recognition Gala
On February 12, École secondaire Saint-Joseph (Wawa) students and staff vibrated to the rhythm of the Recognition Gala. Organized by teachers Ms. Stephanie McGregor and Ms. Lynne Burnham, the program included several events. An impressive group of students, proud of their achievements and good practices, marched through the school foyer to receive their awards and plaque! The ...
Read More »Des élèves à l’honneur lors du gala de reconnaissance de l’école secondaire Saint-Joseph (Wawa)
Le 12 février dernier, les élèves et les membres du personnel de l’école secondaire Saint-Joseph (Wawa) vibraient au rythme du Gala de reconnaissance. Organisé par les enseignantes Mme Stephanie McGregor et Mme Lynne Burnham, le programme comprenait plusieurs événements. Un groupe impressionnant d’élèves fiers de leurs réussites et de leurs bonnes pratiques ont défilé au foyer de l’école ...
Read More »Mixed Curling Standings – March 4
Team Rank Wins G.P. TERRIS, Tom 1 5 5 HOFFMANN, Jim 2 4 5 HALL, Dave 3 2 6 LESCHISHIN, Mark 3 2 6 TURMELLE, Katherine 5 1 6 March 11 Game Schedule Ice 1 Ice 2 Ice 3 Ice 4 Bye HOFFMANN LESCHISHIN HALL TERRIS TURMELLE
Read More »Morning News – March 5th
Weather: Sunny. Wind becoming north 30 km/h gusting to 50 this morning. High minus 3. Wind chill minus 23 this morning and minus 10 this afternoon. UV index 3 or moderate. Tonight – A few clouds. Wind north 20 km/h. Low minus 18. Wind chill minus 13 this evening and minus 25 overnight. The Montreal River Radar is not showing ...
Read More ȃcole Saint-Joseph (Wawa) closed until March 9, 2021
The health and safety of students and employees remains CSC Nouvelon’s top priority. Due to frozen pipes in various parts of École Saint-Joseph (Wawa), the school will be closed for all students from Kindergarten to grade 12 on Friday, March 5, as well as Monday, March 8, 2021. At the moment, students are expected to resume their in-class learning ...
Read More »Emergency Closure of St. Joseph French Immersion Catholic School (March 5 & 8…)
As a result of a frozen sewer line, the Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board (HSCDSB) will be temporarily closing St. Joseph French Immersion Catholic School in Wawa on Friday, March 5. The board made its decision in consultation with Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon, which shares the facility. HSCDSB’s Plant Department has advised that specialized equipment is required to address the ...
Read More »APH – 1 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 (#200) & close contact on Air Canada flights AC481 & AC8321 (March 1)
Algoma Public Health (APH) has reported a new case of COVID-19 from Sault Ste. Marie and area. This case is of Unknown Exposure, and through contact tracing all close contacts are notified directly. If you are not contacted by Algoma Public Health you are not considered a close contact. Case 200 was tested March 3, 2021. In additional, Algoma Public ...
Read More »LDHCF Results of Catch the Ace: Week 25
Congratulations to Jody Ward-Houle, winner of Week 25 of the Foundation’s Catch the Ace Lottery! The Foundation is happy to announce that the progressive jackpot continues to grow; it sits at $29,994 as Week 26 begins. Here are the final numbers for week #25: Weekly Pot: $1,946, and Progressive Pot: $29,994 Winner: Jody Ward-Houle, her envelope #3 held the Ace ...
Read More »East Algoma OPP reminds people to stay vigilant of frauds and scams!
The East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police is reminding the public to stay vigilant of frauds and scams. Arm yourself with the information you need to fight fraud and keep yourself, your family and money safe. You work hard for your money: you want to spend it on things that matter to you. Fraudster are real: They are ...
Read More »Court’s Decision Leaves Autism Community Relieved
The Ontario Autism Coalition is relieved that Alek Minassian has been found guilty for his crimes, and hopes that families impacted by the 2018 van attack will find at least a small sense of comfort from the verdict. We hope that this decision can now lift the dark cloud that has hung over this trial, with a firm rejection of ...
Read More »Morning News – March 4th
Weather: Sunny. Wind up to 15 km/h. High minus 6. Wind chill minus 28 this morning and minus 10 this afternoon. Risk of frostbite. UV index 2 or low. Tonight – Clear. Wind up to 15 km/h. Low minus 19. Wind chill minus 14 this evening and minus 22 overnight. The weather radar at Montreal River is clear, showing no ...
Read More »Between the Covers – March 3
The library will be open to the public beginning Tuesday, March 2, 2021! Open Tuesday-Friday from 11:00am-4:00pm! Patrons must wear a face mask and hand sanitizer must be used upon entering. If patrons cannot wear a face mask we are happy to continue curbside pickup but a proper mask covering face, nose and chin must be worn. Face shields alone ...
Read More »Happenings at First United Church – 3rd Sunday of Lent
Although we cannot meet for Worship together you may like to read the Scriptures for 07 March 2021- Lent 3 Exodus 20:1-17 The ten commandments Psalm 19 The heavens declare the glory of God. 1 Corinthians 1: 18-25 God’s foolishness is wiser than human wisdom. John 2: 13-22 Jesus clears the temple. To Ponder: When have you been stirred up ...
Read More »Morning News – March 3rd
Weather: Cloudy. 30 percent chance of flurries this morning. Wind becoming north 20 km/h late this afternoon. High minus 4. Wind chill minus 19 this morning and minus 9 this afternoon. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Cloudy. Becoming partly cloudy late this evening. Wind north 20 km/h becoming light after midnight. Low minus 21. Wind chill minus 14 ...
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