Local & Area News

In my view, Ontarians, in general, are pretty resilient people. I take great pride in saying this is particularly true of Northern Ontarians. Ontarians can work with just about any situation that comes our way. Here in the North, sometimes we just don’t have easy access to every product or service we need. Be that as it may, if Northerners ...

Sol Mamakwa, the NDP’s critic for indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, issued the following statement calling on the Ford government to support the community of Cat Lake, and their request for immediate action on the community’s state of emergency.   Mamakwa, the MPP for Kiiwetinoong, joined Cat Lake community leaders who were at Queen’s Park on Friday to press the Ford government ...

On February 17, 2019, shortly before 12:30 p.m., members from the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a motorized snow vehicle collision that occurred on the Thessalon River below the John A. Fullerton Bridge, between Huron Street and Francis Street in the town of Thessalon. Investigation determined that 20-year-old Nicolas BARBER from Thessalon, Ontario was killed when the ...

Weather – Increasing cloudiness. 60 percent chance of flurries this afternoon. Wind up to 15 km/h. High minus 9. Wind chill minus 34 in the morning and minus 16 in the afternoon. Risk of frostbite. UV index 1 or low. Tonight – Mainly cloudy with 60 percent chance of flurries. Wind up to 15 km/h. Low minus 16. Wind chill ...

Monday 1:30 – 2 p.m. MFN Cardboard Box Races, Queen’s Park Registration begins at 1:30 and the races start at 2 5:30 – 7:30 United Church Stew Supper $10 per adult, $5 for children under 10   Today is the last day to enjoy fishing in Ontario without a fishing licence. Remember that you have to follow conservation catch limits, ...

Weather – Sunny. Wind up to 15 km/h. High minus 13. Wind chill minus 31 in the morning and minus 16 in the afternoon. Risk of frostbite. UV index 2 or low. Tonight – A few clouds. Wind up to 15 km/h. Low minus 24. Wind chill minus 21 in the evening and minus 29 overnight. Risk of frostbite. News ...

LIVE TRACKER   Feb 17, 2019 @ 10:30 – Red Rock Corner   Feb 17, 2019 @ 07:53 – The United We Roll Convoy left Thunder Bay (Valhalla Inn) at 7:30 this morning. They were planning a fuel stop for everyone at the Flying J (just east of Thunder Bay). Unfortunately, there is no official time of their passing by ...

Our town has some very talented skaters. If you didn’t go down to the MMCC yesterday afternoon – you missed a great show. Here are photos of skaters in the first half of the performance!

  Once again Rotarians are feeding carnival goers a hearty breakfast. Today is the last day that you can go out and enjoy pancakes and sausage! While you are there, check out the display of books and if you have a child within their age range – sign up! The Rotary Club of Wawa and Cathy Cannon have brought the ...

The Wawa Legion has the best wings in Wawa. We came to our table early and were prepared for a wait – these wings are delicious and everyone wants some. The music and good company at our table made that wait very enjoyable. Make sure to put this event in your planner for next year!

  Entomica from Sault Ste. Marie is the feature event for this year’s Wawa Winter Carnival. Since 2014, Entomica has allowed people to meet and experience a variety of insects. If you like you can have Millie walk up your arm, or perhaps a walking stick. It is an experience that you shouldn’t miss. Entomica will be at the MMCC again ...

Sunday 8 – 10:30 Rotary Pancake Breakfast MMCC Curling Lounge, Adult $7, Child $5, Family $20 10 – 2 p.m. Entomica MMCC Lower Fitness Room 6 – 11 p.m. Roxy Bowling – Cosmic Bowling free shoe rental with carnival button  

Just as eagerly anticipated as the parade, the fireworks and warmth of the bonfire were the next on the carnival agenda. The fireworks were oohed and aahed by everyone, then the bonfire was greatly appreciated – keeping everyone warm. After the fireworks and a hot chocolate, families started to go inside for the family dance, a la bug! The Wawa Volunteer Firefighters ...

  The 2019 Wawa Winter Carnival has officially begun. The event that kicks it off is the eagerly anticipated Wawa Winter Carnival Parade. The theme this year is “Bugs”. First place – St.Josephs French Immersion Catholic School Second place –  “It’s The Wawa-News Bug” Third place –  The Boondockers snow bikes Most Original Or Humorous – Mike Mantha Most Spirit – Mission ...

Saturday 8 – 10:30 Rotary Pancake Breakfast MMCC Curling Lounge, Adult $7, Child $5, Family $20 10 -3 p.m. Artisan’s Fair MMCC Banquet Room 10 – 4 p.m. Entomica MMCC Lower Fitness Room 1 – 3 p.m. Lions Club Family Bingo MMCC Curling Lounge 1 – 4 p.m. Legion Cribbage Legion Hall, Broadway Avenue 4 -5 p.m. Wawa Figure Skating ...