Local & Area News

Weather – Cloudy with 40 percent chance of showers. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 21. Humidex 26. UV index 3 or moderate. Tonight – Cloudy. 40 percent chance of showers early this evening. Fog patches developing near midnight. Low 11. Statistics from Algoma Public Health  – August 18, 2020 Algoma Public Health is in the process of transitioning to ...

Members from the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently investigating multiple breaks and enter incidents which occurred since the 6th of August 2020. Officers are currently investigating the following thefts:   Between Aug. 6 and Aug. 12, 2020 – Unknown person(s) attended a property on Ansonia within the Municipality of Huron Shores and broke a ...

New Books on the 7- Day Shelf this week are: “Walk the Wire” by David Baldacci, “Revenge” by James Patterson and Andrew Homes, “Fair Warning by Michael Connelly  and “Hideaway” by Nora Roberts. The New Movies cataloged this week are “Avatar” available in Blu-Ray and DVD, “The Godfather” available in Blu-Ray only as well as “Charlotte’s Web” in DVD for ...

Twelfth  Sunday after Pentecost. Although we cannot meet for Worship together you may like to read the Scriptures for August 23, 2020. Exodus 1: 8-2:10        The baby Moses is adopted  by Pharaoh’s daughter. Psalm 124                If God had not been at our side! . Romans 12: 1-8        Present yourselves as a living, holy sacrifice to God. Matthew 16: 13-20   Who ...

The Government of Canada’s number-one priority remains keeping Canadians safe and supporting families and businesses through the COVID-19 pandemic. Even at this time, work continues, to help the economy recover, create conditions for new jobs, lower emissions, and make life more affordable for Canadians. Today, the Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie, Terry Sheehan, on behalf of the Minister ...

Weather – Sunny. Increasing cloudiness near noon then 30 percent chance of showers late this afternoon. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 19. UV index 7 or high. Tonight – Mainly cloudy with 30 percent chance of showers. Fog patches developing overnight. Low 13.   Statistics from Algoma Public Health  – August 18, 2020 Algoma Public Health is in the ...

On August 14, 2020, members from the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began an investigation involving a stolen pick-up truck in the Hat Lake area, approximately 65 kilometres north of the City of Elliot Lake. The investigation evolved when, a day later, a log skidder was reported stolen from a Forestry business also in the Hat Lake area.   ...

On August 17, 2020, at approximately 7:20 a.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a call regarding an unwanted person on Beck Avenue in Wawa. Police attended the scene and located the individual laying in a grassy area adjacent to a residence. The person was placed under arrest for being intoxicated in a ...

They say the olfactory senses can bring about some of the strongest emotions and memories in people.  Like when you walk into a room and a particular scent such as baking cookies or a certain potpourri brings back powerful memories of your grandma.  For me this week, a simple calendar evoked strong memories.  I just couldn’t believe my eyes when ...

TOn dit que les sens olfactifs peuvent provoquer certaines des émotions et des souvenirs les plus forts chez les gens. Comme lorsque vous entrez dans une pièce et qu’un parfum particulier tel que la cuisson des biscuits ou un certain pot-pourri vous rappelle de puissants souvenirs de votre grand-mère. Pour moi cette semaine, un simple calendrier évoquait des souvenirs forts. ...

Council is holding a Special Council Meeting tonight in Council Chambers. The public is invited to attend electronically.   CALL TO ORDER DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST APPROVAL OF AGENDA Approval of the Agenda DELEGATIONS/PRESENTATIONS ANNOUNCEMENTS AND GIVING OF NOTICE Federal-Provincial Safe Restart -Emergency Funding Assistance ADOPTION OF MINUTES STAFF REPORTS BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF PREVIOUS MEETING NEW BUSINESS Receive Integrity ...

On August 4, 2020 at 8:38 p.m. members from the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a 911 call for an unwanted person related to a domestic disturbance at a residence in the Sables-Spanish Rivers Township. Police responded and located a victim who was transported by Emergency Medical Services (EMS) to hospital where they were pronounced ...

The Ontario government is opening a new, leading edge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) detachment in Little Current to serve the communities of Manitoulin Island. Outfitted with advanced technology and state-of-the art policing equipment, the new $20 million facility will ensure local OPP personnel have the tools and space they need to provide residents with modern, cost-efficient and high-quality police services. ...

On August 12, 2020, at approximately 2:00 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a domestic dispute that occurred the night prior in a remote area near Dubreuilville. As a result of the investigation, a 29-year-old person, from Sault Ste. Marie, was arrested and charged with the following: Assault – Spousal, contrary ...

Algoma Family Services (AFS) Foundation is proud to announce the return of the annual Great Escape Dream Draw throughout Sault Ste. Marie and the Algoma District. This year marks the 24th Anniversary. Due to concerns involving Covid-19 the draw had been delayed from its original draw date in May. With Covid-19 still in mind The Great Escape Dream Draw has ...