Local & Area News

The NDP caucus has elected Michael Mantha (Algoma-Manitoulin) as the new caucus chair. “Having Michael Mantha as caucus chair is a great addition to our NDP team,” said NDP Leader Andrea Horwath. “Michael brings outstanding leadership abilities, and has the full confidence of our caucus – and our thanks for serving in this demanding role.” The caucus chair is a ...

On Thursday July 26, 2018, at approximately 7:00 pm members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Superior East (Chapleau) Detachment responded to a Chapleau residence regarding a dispute. At the scene investigation revealed that a dispute had taken place between a male and female. As a result a 47 year old Chapleau, Ontario male was arrested and charged with the ...

Weather – A mix of sun and cloud. 30 percent chance of showers late this afternoon with risk of a thunderstorm. Fog patches dissipating near noon. High 18. UV index 8 or very high. Marine News – Wind northwest 10 knots backing to west 10 near noon then becoming light this evening. Wind becoming west 10 Sunday morning. Waves one half metre or ...

On Wednesday July 25, 2018, at approximately 6:00 pm members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Superior East (Wawa) Detachment had occasion to stop a side by side (UTV) vehicle on Highway 17 just North of Wawa, Ontario. During the investigation police noted that the male operator had consumed alcohol.   As a result Paul LOOMIS (50) of Dorr, Michigan ...

Le directeur de l’Unité des enquêtes spéciales, Tony Loparco, a mis fin à une enquête sur une interaction survenue en janvier 2017 entre un homme de 40 ans et des agents du détachement de Marathon de la Police provinciale de l’Ontario. L’UES a été mise au courant de cet incident en septembre 2017. Le 25 janvier 2017, des agents ont ...

The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Tony Loparco, has terminated an investigation into an interaction that occurred in January of 2017 between a 40-year-old man and officers with the Ontario Provincial Police Marathon detachment.  The SIU was made aware of this incident in September of 2017. On January 25, 2017, officers were dispatched to a home in Marathon in ...

Register now for the Annual 2 Man Scramble with a Shotgun Start. It will be held August 4th and 5th at the Michipicoten Golf Club. There will be Men’s 18 holes Saturday and 18 holes Sunday at 11am.  6 Flights of 6 Men’s Teams, with cash prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each Flight (White and Blue tees used). The ...

Weather – Cloudy with 60 percent chance of showers. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 14. UV index 4 or moderate. Marine News – Wind northwest 10 knots increasing to northwest 15 early this morning then diminishing to west 10 Saturday morning. Wind backing to southwest 10 Saturday afternoon. Waves one half metre subsiding to less than one half metre Saturday morning. Chance of ...

The Lady Dunn Health Centre Foundation will be in the community promoting its annual Dream Vacation Lottery.  Tickets are available at hospital admitting and local businesses.  Watch for volunteers selling tickets soon in the community. With only 2000 tickets printed your odds for winning are great. By purchasing a ticket today you are helping to fund Phase 2 of the ...

On Monday, July 23, 2018, at approximately 11:40 pm members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Superior East (Wawa) Detachment responded to a local business address regarding a report of an assault. At the scene, police were advised that a physical altercation had taken place between two men.   As a result, Ryan John KWISSISENS (26) of Gull Bay First ...

Weather – Showers. Risk of a thunderstorm this morning. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 19. UV index 3 or moderate. Marine – Wind light becoming west 10 knots this morning then increasing to northwest 15 this evening. Wind northwest 15 Friday. Waves one half metre or less. Chance of showers. Risk of thunderstorms this morning. Fog patches dissipating Friday evening. News ...

.At the Municipal Council Meeting of July 10th, Council had a number of items on their agenda. After approving the schedule of meetings and agenda, council approved the waiver of fees for Bumps, Babies, and Beyond which will be held on Saturday, September 8th at the MMCC. Over 30 exhibitors have already registered for this event. Council approved donations to ...

Weather – Mainly sunny. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 19. UV index 7 or high. Marine – Wind west 10 knots becoming light early this evening then becoming west 10 Thursday morning. Waves one half metre or less. Chance of showers overnight and Thursday. Fog patches forming near midnight. News Tidbits – The Township of White River has asked its residents to conserve ...

  Pour un douzième été consécutif, les jeunes qui ont le sens des affaires avaient leur place pour briller. Le  camp entreprise jeunesse s’est tenu à Wawa du 9 au 13 juillet 2018 au Centre communautaire Michipicoten. Le camp présente aux jeunes âgés de 9 à 13 ans les valeurs, les attitudes, les qualités et les compétences nécessaires pour réussir ...