Local & Area News

Les élèves de Saint-Joseph font de belles découvertes géologiques

À l’école Saint-Joseph (Wawa), les élèves de la 5e année ont accueilli trois géologues de Red Pine Exploration en salle de classe afin d’en apprendre davantage sur les minerais. Suite à la présentation riche en information, les élèves ont pu explorer les propriétés de divers minéraux, appliquer leurs nouvelles connaissances sur le cycle des roches et découvrir des fossiles. Quelle ...

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Wednesday Morning News – April 10th

Weather:  Cloudy with 30 percent chance of showers or drizzle in the morning then a mix of sun and cloud. Fog patches dissipating in the morning. High 10. UV index 4 or moderate. Night – Clear. Becoming partly cloudy near midnight. Fog patches developing near midnight. Low +2. News Tidbits:

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Province’s first annual report on emergency management Released

Today, the Government of Ontario released its first annual report on the Provincial Emergency Management Strategy and Action Plan, highlighting key actions the province is taking to ensure communities across Ontario are safe, practiced and prepared before, during and after emergencies such as floods, wildland fires and cyber attacks. “There is nothing more important than the safety and well-being of ...

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Fog Advisory (Pukaskwa to Batchawana)

4:18 AM EDT Wednesday 10 April 2024 Near zero visibility in fog is expected or occurring. Areas of dense fog have developed. Fog is expected to gradually dissipate this morning. Visibility may be significantly and suddenly reduced to near zero. If travelling, be prepared for areas of near-zero visibility. If visibility is reduced while driving, slow down, watch for tail ...

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MHS Reunion – April Update

Our Reunion Date is Fast Approaching! Excitement is building, plans are evolving and registration numbers for the MHS 70th Reunion are increasing! The July 5-6-7 activities include: Friday Meat & Mead 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday Wawa Golf Club Tournament TBA Saturday afternoon – Rock Island Lodge Social for 50’s, 60’s & 70’s generation 1-4 p.m. Dance 8 p.m. ...

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Mixed Curling Standings

Team Rank Wins G.P. TERRIS, Tom 1 15 16 FAHRER, Tom 2 13 16 McCoy, Joe 2 13 15 HALL, Dave 4 11 15 BUCKELL, Chris 5 9 16 LESCHISHIN, Barb 6 7 16 CORLEY, Sarah 7 4 15 STOYCHOFF, Peter 7 4 14 SWITZER, Anya 7 4 14 RAINVILLE, Heather 10 3 16 GLOVER, Justine 11 1 15 The ...

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L’artiste innu Scott-Pien Picard animera un spectacle à l’ÉSC Trillium pour les élèves du CSC Nouvelon

Le 16 avril, les élèves de la 7e à la 12e année de l’école secondaire Saint-Joseph (Wawa) et de l’École secondaire catholique Trillium (Chapleau) auront le plaisir d’assister au spectacle de l’artiste innu Scott-Pien Picard lors d’une tournée scolaire. Sa musique, à la fois captivante et universelle, transportera les élèves dans un univers où talent et passion se rencontrent. Ce ...

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Innu artist Scott-Pien Picard to perform at ÉSC Trillium CSC Nouvelon students

On April 16, grade 7 to 12 students from École secondaire catholique Trillium and from École secondaire Saint-Joseph (Wawa) will have the pleasure of attending a performance by Innu artist Scott-Pien Picard during a school tour. His music, both captivating and universal, will transport students into a world where talent and passion meet. This presentation will take place at ÉSC ...

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SE OPP Wawa – Criminal Charges Laid after stolen property investigation

SE OPP Wawa

An individual from Wawa is facing criminal charges after their involvement in a stolen property investigation. On April 3, 2024, shortly before 2:00 p.m., the Superior East Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit, along with members of the Superior East OPP Detachment, executed a search warrant at a residence on Churchill Avenue in Wawa. During the search, officers ...

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SE OPP Dubruilville – Criminal Charges Laid after Traffic Complaint

One individual is facing numerous criminal charges after concerned citizens called police for a traffic complaint. On March 30, 2024, shortly after 1:00 p.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police responded to a report of a possible impaired driver on Rue Des Pins in Dubreuilville. The vehicle was located, and a traffic stop was conducted. The driver ...

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SE OPP Wawa – Stolen Vehicle located after traffic stop

SE OPP Wawa

A traffic stop has resulted in multiple charges for one individual. On March 29, 2024, shortly before 9:00 a.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police was conducting general patrol on Highway 17 near Wawa, when their Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system alerted them to a licence plate that had been reported stolen. Officers conducted a traffic ...

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SE OPP Wawa – Charges laid after domestic dispute

SE OPP Wawa

One individual is facing criminal charges after their involvement in a domestic dispute. On March 29, 2024, shortly after 4:00 a.m., the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police responded to a disturbance on Mission Road in Wawa. As a result of the investigation, a 28-year-old person from Sudbury was arrested and charged with: Spousal Assault Assault The accused ...

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Tuesday Morning News – April 9th

Weather: Today – Mainly cloudy with 40% chance of showers or drizzle this morning. A few showers beginning near noon. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 8 with temperature falling to +5 this afternoon. UV index 2 or low. Tonight – Cloudy with 40% chance of showers or drizzle. Low +1. News Tidbits:

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COTTOM, John

Passed away peacefully at the age of 80 years on Tuesday March 26, 2024 in the early morning hours at Wilson Memorial General Hospital in Marathon, Ontario. Beloved father of Jason (Bonnie). Devoted grandfather of Justin, Jordan (Lindsey) and Jasmin (Dan). Cherished great-grandfather of Jack. He will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by numerous nieces and nephews and great ...

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