Local & Area News

The East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is now investigating 11 arsons and looking for the public’s assistance. On October 19, 2024, police responded to a fire at an art school on Spine Road, where a horse trailer had been set on fire. On February 10, 2025, officers were called to a church on Ottawa Avenue, where ...

Weather:  Today – A mix of sun and cloud. Wind up to 15 km/h. High 6. Wind chill -16 this morning. UV index 4 or moderate. Tonight – A few clouds. Fog patches developing late this evening. Wind up to 15 km/h. Low minus 8. Wind chill -11 overnight. Friday – Mainly sunny. Fog patches dissipating in the morning. Wind ...

Although Wawa-news is aware of only one oak tree in Wawa, this is a great article, and is a good reminder to research before you prune. It is not always good to prune a tree in the spring. Ontario residents are urged to refrain from pruning oak trees during the no-pruning season, which runs from now until November. Pruning or ...

Confederation College is once again ready to roll out the red carpet for its annual Conflix Film Night, showcasing short films created by second-year students in the Film Production program. The screening will occur on Saturday, April 12, at 7:00 p.m. in the Dibaajimogamig Lecture Theatre on campus and is free to attend. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served ...

Weather: Today – Sunny. Wind up to 15 km/h. High plus 1. Wind chill -21 this morning. UV index 4 or moderate. Tonight – Clear. Becoming partly cloudy after midnight. Wind up to 15 km/h. Low minus 13. Wind chill -19 overnight. Thursday- Mainly cloudy. Wind up to 15 km/h. High 6. Wind chill -18 in the morning. UV index ...

With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of Arla Singleton (née Roussain) on April 1, 2025, at Thunder Bay, Ontario. Born on March 14, 1948, in Wawa, Ontario, to Elaine and Jack Roussain, Arla’s roots were deeply embedded in the close-knit community where she grew up alongside her siblings Randy (Gisele), Patti (Fred), and David (Kerri). After graduating from ...

January 6, 1973 – April 2, 2025 It is with heavy hearts and sadness that the family announces the passing of Leila Veronica McMahon on April 2, 2025, after a lengthy illness. Born and raised in Wawa, Ontario, Leila lived in Ottawa as a young adult to work and attend college. While in school, she was surprised to learn she ...

Weather: Today – Sunny. Wind north 20 km/h becoming light late this morning. High -2. Wind chill -25 this morning and -6 this afternoon. UV index 4 or moderate. Tonight – Clear. Wind up to 15 km/h. Low -16. Wind chill -7 this evening and -19 overnight. Wednesday – A mix of sun and cloud. Wind up to 15 km/h. ...

Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd. and Angus Gold Inc. are pleased to jointly announce that they have entered into a definitive arrangement agreement whereby Wesdome will acquire all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Angus pursuant to a plan of arrangement. Under the terms of the Agreement, each of the issued and outstanding common shares of Angus that Wesdome ...

The Wawa Men’s Annual Bonspiel was held from March 28-30, 2025, with 18 teams participating. Thanks to Club President Jim Hoffmann and Secretary-Treasurer Andy Stevens, who organized the event.  Thanks to all the participants, Pat and her crew for a great meal, the ladies who BBQ’d the steaks, the volunteers at the Registration Desk and at the Random Prize table, ...

  At the end of March, three talented Lake Superior Figure Skating Club skaters showcased their skills at the provincial championship in Stratford. Delaney Schumacher, Addyson Atkinson and Erin Bagg represented our club with dedication, passion, and remarkable talent. “The skaters never fail to amaze us when they get on the ice and show off the skills they have been working ...

Weather: Today – Mainly cloudy. 40% chance of flurries this morning. Wind north 30 km/h gusting to 50. High -6. Wind chill -22 this morning and -14 this afternoon. UV index 2 or low. Tonight – Mainly cloudy. Wind north 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light late this evening. Low -16. Wind chill -14 this evening and -21 overnight. ...

November 28, 1930 – April 1, 2025 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Elianne at the age of 94 with family by her side. Elianne passed away peacefully at the Long-Term Care Unit of the Lady Dunn Health Centre in Wawa. She left this world to be taken back into the arms of her beloved husband Marcel (2000). ...

At 11:18 a.m. this incident was cleared. Apr 5, 2025 at 09:42 About 65km south of Wawa (Baldhead River area), a single commercial vehicle collision has blocked the westbound lane and the shoulder of Highway 17. OPP is on scene. As a result there may be minor traffic delays – please drive with care and be aware of emergency services.

October 18,  1941 – March 27, 2025 Donald “Ian” MacDonald, formerly of the 4th of Kenyon, Alexandria, Ontario, died peacefully at the Ottawa Heart Institute on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at the age of 83. Beloved husband of Patricia (née Lowe) MacDonald for over 60 years. Loving father of Scott, Tonya and Tyson (Michelle) MacDonald. Adoring grandfather of Mykelti, Elijah ...