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More than 130 animals received vital veterinary care during a four-day animal wellness clinic hosted by the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society in partnership with Constance Lake First Nation.   From June 1-4, the Ontario SPCA’s mobile MASH-style clinic provided spay/neuter surgeries for 48 cats and dogs, helping prevent close to an estimated 1,800 unplanned puppies and kittens. The clinic also provided 84 wellness appointments to animals in the community and administered 119 rabies vaccinations. The ...

On June 15, 2026, members from the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on patrol in the community of Thessalon First Nation and observed a side-by-side being operated by a driver not wearing a helmet. At approximately 11:15 a.m., police conducted a traffic stop on Maple Ridge Road and determined that the driver was also suspended. ...

On Sunday, June 14, 2026, members from the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on patrol in the Town of Thessalon. At approximately, 10:15 a.m., police observed an individual operating an e-bike on Huron Street West. The e-bike was being propelled by its motor, and the driver was not wearing a helmet. A traffic stop was initiated; ...

Officers with the Thunder Bay detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) as well as the satellite detachment of Shabaqua arrested and charged one individual following flight from police. On Wednesday, June 10, 2026, shortly before 10:00 a.m., officers noticed a stopped sprinter van along Highway 11-17 near Highway 527. After a brief conversation with the driver, officers became suspicious ...

The countdown is on for the 2026 Queen Street Cruise, and organizers are reminding participants that online pre-registration will officially close at 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 17. The Queen Street Cruise returns this Friday, June 19 and Saturday, June 20, bringing thousands of people downtown, hundreds of incredible vehicles, and a full weekend of automotive excitement to Sault Ste. ...

Nipigon and Schreiber Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) participated in a joint Commercial Motor Vehicle traffic campaign, which resulted in 76 charges. Between the 9th and 10th day of June, 2026 members of the Nipigon and Schreiber OPP in conjunction with officer’s from the Ministry of Transportation conducted a traffic campaign on the Highways between the Dorion Township and the Township ...

June 15, 2026 Westport, Ireland “We warmly welcome the announcement of the memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran. We congratulate the United States, the Iranian government and all those involved, including Pakistan, Qatar and all other mediators, on this diplomatic breakthrough. This is a moment of opportunity to restore regional stability and stabilise the global economy. It is ...

Le 15 juin 2026 Westport (Irlande) « Nous saluons chaleureusement l’annonce du protocole d’accord entre les États-Unis et l’Iran. Nous félicitions les États-Unis, le gouvernement iranien ainsi que tous les acteurs impliqués, y compris le Pakistan, le Qatar et tous les autres médiateurs, pour cette avancée diplomatique. C’est le moment idéal pour rétablir la stabilité régionale et stabiliser l’économie mondiale. Il ...

The Algoma Family Services Foundation is excited to announce the return of the 5th Annual Community Strong Race Weekend, taking place June 20-21, 2026, bringing together runners, walkers, families, volunteers, and supporters from across Algoma and beyond in support of local children’s mental health services. As the Foundation’s largest annual fundraiser, Community Strong Race Weekend has grown into a signature ...

The Sault Film Festival is opening a new Art House Cinema and Event Space called the SFF Creative Hub which is dedicated to supporting local artists through independent film screenings, networking events, socials, and other art-focused events. Located at 40 Queen St. E, in the heart of downtown Sault Ste Marie, the SFF Creative Hub will promote the local art ...

Thunder Bay’s Waterfront Trail Rotary Community Action Team (WTRCAT) is pleased to announce some early success in its fundraising efforts for the City of Thunder Bay Waterfront Trail expansion. “When we began our advocacy efforts nearly five years ago, we intended to raise money to support Waterfront Trail building and maintenance,” says Warren Philp, WTRCAT Team Leader. “Today, we are ...

The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested the same person in relation to numerous additional offences. Police originally arrested this person on November 24, 2025, after investigating numerous structure and motor vehicle arsons which occurred in the City of Elliot Lake between September 24, 2024, and July 8, 2025. As part of the investigation, numerous electronic devises were seized ...

C’est avec fierté que l’École secondaire catholique Trillium (Chapleau) offrira le programme Académie des habiletés Hockey Canada (AHHC) dès l’année scolaire 2026-2027. Ce nouveau programme spécialisé, offert pour la première fois dans la communauté de Chapleau, permettra aux filles et aux garçons ayant une passion pour le hockey de développer leurs compétences dans le cadre de la journée scolaire.   ...

Starting in the 2026-2027 school year, École secondaire catholique Trillium (Chapleau) will proudly offer the Hockey Canada Skills Academy (HCSA) program. This new specialized program, offered for the first time in Chapleau, will give both girls and boys with a passion for hockey the opportunity to develop their skills within the school day.   The HCSA Program will be part ...

June 11, 2026 Ottawa, Ontario “Today, we kick off the 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Over the next five weeks, 48 countries will compete at the largest World Cup in the competition’s history. For the first time, FIFA Men’s World Cup matches will be played in Canada. With matches in Vancouver and Toronto, sports bars, ...