Local & Area News

NEW BOOKS–on the Seven Day Shelf this week are; “Wild Card” by Stuart Woods, “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Delia Owens, “Blessing in Disguise” by Danielle Steel and “The Dreamers” by Karen Thompson Walker. STAFF PICKS FOR THE MONTH OF MAY  ARE;  “The Great Alone” by Kristin Hannah, “Look for Me” by Lisa Gardner, “What You Wish For” by Fern Michaels ...

The Lady Dunn Health Centre is proud to have participated in STOP! Clean Your Hands Day held on May 6, 2019. Along with the Canadian Patient Safety Institute (CPSI), we spread the word about the most effective way to prevent healthcare-acquired infections.  Every year 220,000 Canadian patients or approximately one in nine develop a hospital-acquired infection during their stay in ...

Weather – A mix of sun and cloud. High 11. UV index 7 or high. Tonight – Cloudy. Rain beginning this evening then changing to periods of snow mixed with rain before morning. Rainfall amount 10 to 15 mm. Local snowfall amount 2 to 4 cm. Wind becoming east 20 km/h before morning. Low plus 1.   News Tibits – ...

So you have completed week 1 of the Community Challenge!! Congrats!!   Winners for week 1 are: Mackenzie Moore Chrystal Morden Mary Lesperance Kathryn Leclair Jude Robinson Sharon Boucher Week 2 Has changed most of the challenges but the themes remain the same. You are encouraged to sit less, squat more, and get in some good ol’ home cooking!   ...

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry – Chapleau District is advising area residents that a Flood Watch continues to be in effect in the District until Monday, May 13, 2019. Residents in Chapleau and Foleyet areas are advised that there is potential for flooding to occur in low lying areas and should keep a close watch on conditions, regularly ...

2:29 PM EDT Tuesday 07 May 2019 Special weather statement in effect for: Elliot Lake – Ranger Lake Greater Sudbury and vicinity Manitoulin – Blind River – Killarney North Bay – West Nipissing Sault Ste. Marie – Superior East Sault Ste. Marie – St. Joseph Island Searchmont – Montreal River Harbour – Batchawana Bay Significant rainfall expected Wednesday night through ...

Noront Resources has named Sault Ste. Marie the home of its new Ferrochrome Production Facility (FPF). Premier Ford said, “Our government promised to make Northern Ontario Open for Business and Open for Jobs. This new processing plant has the potential to create hundreds of direct and indirect jobs, benefitting skilled resource and manufacturing workers across the region. I want to personally ...

A time to be born, March 14, 1960 A time to die, May 6, 2019 After a short but courageous fight with cancer, Bill peacefully transitioned from this world surrounded by love into the loving open arms of God and his parents. Bill is survived by Michelle Robillard, his beloved partner and best friend and her son, Dalton. Predeceased by ...

“Thank You”   There are not enough words to properly express how thankful we the family of Gus Cote are.   Thank you to all the staff of Lady Dunn Hospital, Embassy Restaurant, Mac’s, Kerry Funeral Home and to all our friends for the cards, food, donations, along with the many hugs and love we have received.   Thank you ...

There are two meetings in Council Chambers tonight at 6:30 p.m., a Corporate Planning Committee Meeting and a Council Meeting. Corporate Planning Committee Meeting Agenda (1) CALL TO ORDER & NOTE MEMBERS PRESENT (2) REVIEW OF ADDENDUM & APPROVAL OF AGENDA 2.1 Approval of Agenda (3) ANNOUNCEMENTS / DEPUTATIONS Firefighter 20 Year Exemplary Service Medal Algoma Public Health Unit Cemetery ...

I just viewed the May 5th Liberation Day Parade on Youtube in Wageningen, Holland and there were only about 24 Canadian veterans present with the youngest 91 and the eldest 101. But even they are looking forward to next year and the 75th celebrations. On May 4th there were silent remembrances all over the country to honor the fallen military ...

Passed away at the Lady Dunn Health Centre on Sunday, April 28, 2019, at the age of 71 years. Father of Joanne and Sean. John is survived by his 5 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. At John’s request, cremation has taken place at River’s Edge Cremation Centre, Sault Ste. Marie. Arrangements entrusted to the Kerry Funeral Home Ltd., Wawa, 705-856-7340. www.kerryfuneralhome.ca

Weather – Mainly sunny. High 8. UV index 8 or very high. Tonight Clear. – Wind up to 15 km/h. Low minus 3. Wind chill minus 5 overnight. News Tidbits – Last night Mattawa declared a state of emergency. Ontario Power Generation will be spilling 2′ of water from the Otto Holden Dam which is at capacity. Estimates are that ...

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry – Wawa District is advising area residents that a Watershed Conditions Statement – Flood Outlook is in effect in the District until Friday, May 10, 2019 Residents in Wawa District should be aware that conditions could be dangerous for boaters, anglers, swimmers and other recreational users. Although no flooding is anticipated based on ...

  A number of Wawa residents have been following Jamie’s efforts. Today he succeeded in his quest to become the Guinness World Record Holder for the greatest distance covered in seven days on a treadmill. From the Adventureman facebook page, He’s done it!!! Jamie is now the (unofficial, until verified) world record holder of the @guinnessworldrecords record for the greatest ...