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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 ...

  Students and staff of the Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board (HSCDSB) are preparing for Catholic Education Week 2019 which takes place next week from Sunday, May 5 to Friday, May 10. This year the main theme for Catholic Education Week is ‘Living as Joyful Disciples’. “This is a special week for all of our school communities. It provides an ...

Weather – A mix of sun and cloud. High 7. UV index 6 or high. Tonight – Clearing late this evening. Wind up to 15 km/h. Low minus 3. Wind chill near minus 5. News Tidbits – It has taken years and years, but finally Victoria, BC will build a wastewater treatment facility to treat its sewage instead of dumping ...

Passed away unexpectedly at the Lady Dunn Health Centre on Tuesday April 23, 2019 in her 80th year.  Beloved wife of David Page for 40 years which would have been celebrated on June 1, 2019.  Loving mother of Linsey Blakely (Jim), Laura Page, Janice Goodings (Shawn), Tracy Buckler (Philip “Buck”), Judy Provost (Marcel “Marcy”) and Melanie Emond (Regis).  Proud grandmother ...

A very happy birthday to you Micheline from your mom, friends and family  

  Just after 10 p.m. this evening, a residence on Durham Street in White River caught fire. The White River Fire Department is currently on the scene battling the fire. Photos shared to Wawa-news by a White River resident show the building has been engulfed by flames. Wawa-news has been told that the propane tank exploded just before the firefighters ...