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The study of astronomy has been around for some 5,000 years and is regarded as the oldest of the allied sciences. Over time, the constellations were created by seeing shapes using a handful of stars appearing close together such as Ursa Major or the Big Dipper. By connecting these stellar dots, celestial shapes came in the form of a person, ...

Sault College recognizes that due to the current COVID-19 situation there may be some high school students who have not had the opportunity to further develop their skills and interests in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) learning.   To assist with hands on learning in this exciting area, Sault College Civil Engineering Professor Marc Pilon is sharing his expertise ...

On April 26, 2020, at approximately 4:30 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of a sexual assault in White River. As a result of the investigation, a 14-year-old, from White River, was charged with the following: Sexual Interference, contrary to section 151 of the Criminal Code (CC), and Sexual ...

  Today is the sixth day of the North Algoma Wellness Challenge. Some of yesterday’s submissions are in the gallery above. The creativity that abounds in Wawa is amazing! The winner from yesterday was Cheryl Tremblay! Congratulations! Today’s challenge will be intriguing. I wonder what family traditions can be found in Wawa. To participate in the North Algoma Wellness Challenge follow ...

Weather – Mainly sunny. Wind up to 15 km/h. High 11. Wind chill minus 5 this morning. UV index 6 or high. Tonight – Increasing cloudiness late this evening. Low plus 1.   Statistics Country Total New Total New Cases Cases Deaths Deaths Canada 53,236 1,639 3,184 188 USA 1,095,304 30,829 63,871 2,201 Total: 3,325,620 234,496   Statistics from Algoma ...

It is with profound sadness and broken hearts we announce the unexpected passing of one of the world’s greatest men. Doug McRae was born July 24, 1956 to Paddy and the late Smokey McRae. He passed away peacefully with his loving wife and daughters by his side on Sunday, April 26, 2020 at the age of 63 years. Doug married ...

Army of Masks is a volunteer movement with a vital mission: to protect lives during COVID-19. Its goal – a DIY mask for every Canadian and American. Army of Masks has amplified awareness of protective masks for all and coordinated delivery of free, homemade, non-medical cotton masks within Canada and the USA. “We cannot put a price on a life,” says Tonya Dickenson, a ...

On April 29, 2020, members from the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on patrol duties in the Town of Bruce Mines. Shortly after 11:00 a.m., officers recognized a person who was wanted on a warrant for his arrest. OPP initiated a traffic stop at the eastern border of Bruce Mines on Highway 17. Further investigation ...

At 10:55 this morning East Algoma OPP issued a media release stating that Highway 556 (Ranger Lake Road) has been closed in both directions due to a washout. The highway is closed from Searchmont at Highway 532 to the junction of Highway 556 and Highway 129. The OPP will advise when the highway reopens. OPP reminds motorists that travelling on ...

Today is the fifth day of the North Algoma Wellness Challenge. Some of yesterday’s submissions are in the gallery above. It was great to see some of the ways that people grabbed the deck of card, played hopscotch… Today’s challenge might be fun – Craft Day. I wonder what creations will be brought to life today! To participate in the ...

Weather – Cloudy with 60 percent chance of showers early this morning. Clearing near noon. Wind northeast 20 km/h. High 12. UV index 6 or high. Tonight Clear. Wind north 20 km/h becoming light this evening. Low minus 1.   Statistics Country Total New Total New Cases Cases Deaths Deaths Canada 51,597 1,551 2,996 137 USA 1,064,737 28,429 61,670 2,390 ...

    Dr Shaffaf and Dr Robinson are back with another important video for Wawa. They have some important safety pointers about wearing masks and gloves to protect against COVID-19. This is the second video, the first is available by clicking this link.

I’m certain that regular readers of News from the Park have not been surprised that I have not posted the column since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Needless-to-say, my team and I have been beyond swamped with calls and letters from individuals, groups and businesses posing questions, asking for clarification and direction, and offering thoughts and observations on the ...

Between April 17 and April 19, 2020, members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to two theft occurrences in the Dubreuilville area. On April 28, 2020, officers located and arrested two people in connection with the incidents. As a result of the investigation, Austin PINARD, 20 years-of-age, from Dubreuilville, was charged with the following: Theft ...

  Today is the fourth day of the North Algoma Wellness Challenge. Some of yesterday’s submissions are in the gallery above. Not as many entries but the videos that were submitted were fantastic! Baby Shark was the winner! Today’s challenge might be a little easier – Old Fashion Games Day. It will be interesting to see what games Wawaites can ...