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Dorothy Woods, passed away on December 7, 2025, at the age of 77, surrounded by the love of her family. A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother; Dorothy’s life was defined by kindness, generosity, and a deep love for those around her. She is lovingly remembered by her husband of 55 years Peter Woods, and her children Natalie (Sean), Jamie (Jess), ...

Passed away suddenly at the age of 79 on December 5, 2025, in Wawa. Andre is survived by his spouse, Claudette. Loving father to Annette Paquette (Pierre), Renee Spooner (Reg). Cherished grandpapa to Glenn (Nicole), Alicia (Mariusz), Devon (Racheal), Joel (Jessie), Tyrel (Jenna), Sara (Tyler), Lyanne and great grandpapa to Xavier, Chloe, Andie, Jayce. Andre worked as a logger for ...

Standings as of December 4th, 2025. Team Rank Wins G.P. LESCHISHIN, Barb 1 4 5 TERRIS, Tom 1 4 5 BUCKELL, Chris 3 3 3 DUGGAN, Sarah 3 3 5 FAHRER, Tom 3 3 5 GLOVER, Justine 6 2 5 MORRISON, Matthew 6 2 4 TREMBLAY, Cheryl 6 2 4 HALL, Spencer 9 1 3 HUFF, Amanda 9 1 4 ...

Weather: Lake effect snow continues between Montreal River and the Sault witht otal local snowfall amounts of 5 to 10 cm. Environment Canada warns that motorists may experience significantly reduced visibility at times in heavy snow. Today – A mix of sun and cloud. 40% chance of flurries late this afternoon. Wind up to 15 km/h. High -8. Wind chill ...

Weather: Today – Flurries ending early this morning then mainly cloudy with 30 percent chance of flurries. Clearing this morning. Risk of snow squalls early this morning. Wind up to 15 km/h. High -11. Wind chill -21 this morning and -14 this afternoon. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Clear. Becoming partly cloudy late this evening. Wind up to ...

Dec 6, 2025 at 06:03 From Wawa to the Soo, lake effect snow continuing into the afternoon with total local snowfall amount of 10 to 15 cm. This may cause significantly reduced visibility.   Primary Conditions Secondary Conditions Visibility Drifting Last Updated Hwy 101 From Opishing River Br to Shawmere River Partly snow covered Bare and wet road, Partly snow ...

Weather: Snow Squall Warning: Snow squalls continuing into early this afternoon. Local snowfall amounts near 15 cm. Reduced visibility in snow and blowing snow. Continuing into early this afternoon. Today – Snow squalls or flurries ending this morning then cloudy with 60% chance of flurries late this morning and early this afternoon. Flurries beginning this afternoon. Risk of snow squalls ...

A collision last night on Broadway Avenue has left 6 vehicles damaged. The above photo (10:45) shows three of the six. The collision occurred last night during Ladies Darts at the Legion Hall.

There’s a chill in the air, and that means it’s time for the LDHCF’s annual Wish Campaign! The campaign launches on Friday, December 5, 2025, and runs until Thursday, January 15, 2026. Every household in Wawa, White River, Hawk Junction, Missanabie, and Dubreuilville will receive a flyer in their mailbox asking for support to purchase 10 new hospital beds. Most ...

RANK WINS G.P. BUSSINEAU, Denise 1 4 4 MATHIAS, Danette 1 4 4 PARSONS, Rochelle 3 3 4 SPENCER, Diane 3 3 4 AMOS, Tracy 5 2 3 BONITZKE, Wendy 5 2 3 LESCHISHIN, Barb 5 2 4 SMITH-MORIN, Glynis 5 2 4 SZEKELY, Annik 5 2 4 TREMBLAY, Cheryl 5 2 4 CHIUPKA, Lorna 11 1 3 TAVELLA, Debbie ...

Weather: Today – Sunny this morning then a mix of sun and cloud with 60 percent chance of flurries this afternoon. Wind up to 15 km/h. High -7. Wind chill -28 this morning and -13 this afternoon. Risk of frostbite. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Snow and local blowing snow. Risk of snow squalls before morning. Local amount ...

Dec 4, 2025 at 06:02 Hwy 101 From Opishing River Br to Shawmere River Partly snow covered Partly snow packed Good No 2025-12-04 05:11 From Shawmere River to Highway 651 Bare and wet road Snow packed Good No 2025-12-04 05:22 Hwy 129 From Thessalon to Hinckler Lake Snow covered Good No 2025-12-04 05:20 From Hinckler Lake to Chapleau Bare and ...

Last Sunday was the First Sunday of Advent. Are you ready for the coming of the Christ Child? There are so many things to do. In many churches the Advent Wreath is is placed in front of the Congregation and each Sunday a candle is lit, Together, the four Advent candles represent a journey of hope, peace, joy and love, ...

Weather: Snow Squall Watch Frontal snow squalls likely with a cold front this morning. Significantly reduced visibility in heavy snow and local blowing snow, especially associated with a cold front moving from north to south through the region. Total snowfall amounts up to 10 cm Today – Flurries ending this morning then a mix of sun and cloud with 40% ...

In light of the recently announced layoffs at Algoma Steel, Sault College is stepping forward to support affected workers and their families with a comprehensive suite of employment, academic, and personal supports.   “Sault College is part of this community, and many of those impacted are our alumni, partners, friends, and neighbours,” said Sherri Smith, Interim President, Sault College. “We ...