Weather – Increasing cloudiness. 70 percent chance of flurries changing to 30 percent chance of flurries near noon. Wind becoming west 20 km/h gusting to 40 this morning. Temperature falling to minus 8 this morning then rising. Wind chill minus 15 this morning and minus 8 this afternoon. UV index 3 or moderate. Tonight – Partly cloudy. 30 percent chance ...
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SE OPP Wawa – Person arrested and charged with Spousal Assault
On March 14, 2020, members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a domestic dispute in Wawa. As a result of the investigation, a 28-year-old person, from Wawa, was arrested and charged with the following: Assault – Spousal, contrary to section 266 of the Criminal Code (CC). The accused was released and is scheduled ...
Read More »Week 9 – Winner of the LDHCF ‘Catch the Ace’ Announced!
The winner of the ninth week in the Lady Dunn Health Centre Foundation’s ‘Chase the Ace’ has been announced. If the Ace of Spades is in the envelope they choose, they would win the progressive jackpot as well as the $515.00 from the weekly draw. Bill McCulloch had the winning ticket. His ticket chose envelope #5 to be opened – ...
Read More »WFHT – Note to Patients (COVID-19)
Dear Patients of the Wawa Family Health Team, Due to the current and impending COVID-19 pandemic, we will be making temporary changes in the way we deliver your care. Our goal is to minimize potential exposure to as many people as possible, while freeing up resources to attend to those who require urgent care. Starting immediately: we will no longer be ...
Read More »Municipality of Wawa COVID-19 Response
Council of the Municipality of Wawa held a Special Council Meeting at 12: 15 p.m. on Monday, March 16, 2020, to discuss the Municipality’s response to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Following the advice and information received from district health professionals, regional, provincial and federal agencies, such Algoma Public Health and the Governments of Ontario and Canada, the Municipality will exercise an abundance of caution in an ...
Read More »Legion Cancels March 17 Celebration
Please be advised that this event is cancelled. We are sorry to have to do this but in the circumstances it is our only option. This afternoon after 2 p.m. Do – It – Yourself Sandwich kits ( bread, corned beef, swiss cheese) will be available for purchase at the Branch ( delivery available).
Read More »Food Bank News – March 16
The Wawa Community Food Bank will be open this Wednesday during regular hours, 2pm-4pm. We have not been able to acquire any hand sanitizer, so ask that all clients wash their hands thoroughly on arrival, and keep a one metre distance from each other as much as possible.
Read More »Province Expanding Telehealth Ontario Resources
As the COVID-19 outbreak continues to evolve locally and globally, Ontario is taking further action to ensure the province’s health care system is prepared to continue to protect the health and well-being of Ontarians. Working closely with Telehealth Ontario, the province is rapidly expanding service capacity to ensure timely responses. This is a critical step to help address the increased ...
Read More »Sweet treats at École St-Joseph
The seniors’ organization “La Forêt du bonheur” held a pastry sale in honor of Saint Valentine on February 12 at École St-Joseph (Dubreuilville). School students and staff tood pride in participating in this community activity. All were able to purchase pastries to offer as a Valentine’s Day gift or to taste on the spot. The money raised will allow, ...
Read More »De quoi pour se sucrer le bec!
L’organisme pour les personnes aînées « La Forêt du bonheur » a tenu le 12 février dernier à l’école St-Joseph (Dubreuilville) une vente de pâtisseries en l’honneur de la Saint-Valentin. Les élèves et membres du personnel de l’école étaient fiers de participer à cette activité communautaire. Tous ont pu se procurer des pâtisseries pour offrir en cadeau de Saint-Valentin ou pour déguster ...
Read More »Dubreuilville archers stand out at provincials
Several students from École St-Joseph in Dubreuilville in enjoyed great success at the Ontario Archery Association’s Indoor Championship held from February 15 to 23. Congratulations! Girls, Cub Compound 10 yards 3rd place, Nadine Duclos (grade 8) Boys, Cub Compound 10 yards 4th place, Enrique Desormeaux (grade 8) 5th place, Cody Plourde (grade 7) 6th place, Loïc Bouchard ...
Read More »Des champions du tir à l’arc qui visent juste
Plusieurs élèves de l’école St-Joseph (Dubreuilville) ont connu du succès au Championnat de tir à l’arc intérieur de l’Association des archers de l’Ontario du 15 au 23 février. Félicitations! Catégorie des filles, Cub Compound 10 verges 3e place, Nadine Duclos (8e année) Catégorie des garçons, Cub Compound 10 verges 4e place, Enrique Desormeaux (8e année) 5e place, ...
Read More ȃS Saint-Joseph students take part in the fish restocking in Wawa
For the seventh consecutive year, students in grade 9 and 10 physical education classes at École secondaire Saint-Joseph (Wawa) participated in the fish restocking of two lakes in the region. On March 11, the students were accompanied by teachers Ms. Valérie Lévesque, Mr. Michel Lemoyne, Mr. James Stewart and Mr. Mark Szekely, and went to Wawa and Rod and ...
Read More »Les élèves de l’ÉS Saint-Joseph participent à l’ensemencement du Lac Wawa
Pour une septième année consécutive, les élèves des cours d’éducation physique 9e et 10e années de l’École secondaire Saint-Joseph (Wawa) ont participé à l’ensemencement de deux lacs de la région. Le 11 mars dernier, qu’accompagnés des enseignants Mme Valérie Lévesque, M. Michel Lemoyne, M. James Stewart et M. Mark Szekely, les élèves ont pu se rendre au lacs Wawa ...
Read More »Sault College closes doors to public & implements other COVID-19 measures
We appreciate that this is a difficult time for everyone. Out of concern for our students and employees and being mindful of the public health of our broader community, the following is in effect immediately: The College is closed to the public. This includes Employment Solutions Sault Ste. Marie and Blind River All face-to-face classes beginning this upcoming week (March ...
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