Deceased Identified in Thursday's Collision South of Wawa

A woman from Capreol has been identified as the deceased in Thursday's single vehicle collision just south of Wawa.

Superior East Ontario Provincial Police say they responded to the collision on Highway 17 about ten kilometres south of town around 1:30 Thursday afternoon.

The vehicle's passenger was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries, later succumbing to them - she's been identified as 77-year-old Florences Dines.

The driver was treated in hospital for what police describe as "non-life-threatening injuries".

The OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement - or TIME - Team is still investigating.

Chapleau's "Buddy" Swanson Volunteer Recognition Award Recipients Announced

Chapleau's recognized a number of volunteers for their contributions to the community.

Mayor Michael Levesque says there were two recipients of "Buddy" Swanson Volunteer Recognition Awards, the first being a long-time volunteer.

Mayor Levesque Highlights Award Recipient Pierrette Ouellette
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Mayor Levesque says the other recipient is quite unique.

Mayor Levesque Highlights Child Recipient of Volunteer Award
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Mayor Levesque notes "certificates of appreciation" were given out to recognize local health care providers.

Mayor Levesque Highlights Efforts of Local Health Providers
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There were a few more certificates, too.

Mayor Levesque Highlights Other Certificate Recipients
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Mayor Levesque congratulates all the recipients.

PHSD Confirms New COVID-19 Case

More COVID-19 cases have been confirmed in the region.

Public Health Sudbury and Districts has confirmed its 126th case, a Greater Sudbury resident whose cause of exposure is unknown - that leaves the health unit with six "active" cases, all in Greater Sudbury.

The neighbouring Porcupine Health Unit's reported a total of three more cases, for a total of 99 - it has eight active, two are outside of its region while the others are in the Hearst and Hornepayne area.

Two more cases have been reported by the Thunder Bay District Health Unit - both travel-related cases in the Thunder Bay area - bringing its total to 117, with four currently "active".

Algoma Public Health still has two "active" cases, both in the Sault Ste. Marie area.

Wawa Legion Warns of Major Change for Remembrance Day

As Remembrance Day approaches, members of the Wawa's Royal Canadian Legion Branch 429 are reminding this year will be quite different.

Larry Harvey explains next week's ceremony won't be the usual public event.

Larry Harvey Explains 2020 Remembrance Day Ceremony
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Harvey further reminds that poppy campaign letters are now in the mail, urging anyone who wants to order a wreath to get that order in quickly, and he reminds the annual church service will be held at St. Monica's Catholic Church this Sunday, followed by the annual wreath-laying service in Hawk Junction.

Poppies are available throughout the community.

Spousal Assault Charges in Chapleau and White River Domestic Disputes

Spousal assault charges have been laid in domestic disputes in Chapleau and White River.

Superior East Ontario Provincial Police say the first incident happened on Aberdeen Street in Chapleau shortly after 6 Saturday evening, leading to the arrest of a 24-year-old from Springwater, Ontario, on a charge of spousal assault.

About five-and-a-half hours later, Superior East OPP responded to a domestic dispute in White River, leading to the arrest of a 28-year-old White River resident, also on a charge of spousal assault.

Both have been released from custody, with future court dates.

One Person Dead After Collision South of Wawa

One person is dead after a single vehicle collision just south of Wawa.

Superior East Ontario Provincial Police say they responded to the collision on Highway 17 about ten kilometres south of town around 1:30 yesterday afternoon - a passenger was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries, later succumbing to them, while the driver sustained what are described as "non-life-threatening injuries".

The OPP Traffic Incident Management Enforcement - or TIME - Team processed the scene, with the investigation still ongoing.

Northern Lights Ford Scares Hunger Set to Wrap Up

With Halloween almost here, a campaign to "scare hunger" is in its final day.

All month, Northern Lights Ford has been collecting donations to support the Wawa Community Food Bank through the "Northern Lights Ford Scares Hunger" campaign - and Danette Mathias notes it's supported by other parts of the community.

Danette Mathias on Support for NL Ford Scares Hunger 2020
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Emphasizing "together, let's put a mask on hunger", Mathias reminds donors to wear a mask when dropping off donations, leaving them at the door of the dealership before 5 tonight - someone will take your information to put you in the draw for a $25 gift card.

Chapleau Council Considering Birch St. Handicap Parking Options

Chapleau Council is considering options for new handicap parking downtown.

Mayor Michael Levesque says the idea was discussed in this week's meeting.

Mayor Levesque Discusses Birch St Handicap Parking
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Mayor Levesque says Council discussed two parking spots: the original proposed locations were near post office and the pharmacy, but other options are being explored, with hopes to have handicap parking on both sides of the street.

Wawa & Chapleau Mayors Urge Caution While Trick-or-Treating

Local mayors are urging caution while trick-or-treating this weekend.

Emphasizing those who feel ill shouldn't be going out, Wawa Mayor Ron Rody has some tips for kids.

Wawa Mayor Ron Rody's Halloween Tips
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Rody suggests homes participating in Halloween have lights on, while those not participating consider turning off lights or putting up a sign, such as those on local health unit websites - and he notes the Wawa Volunteer Fire Department will be out, so children will feel safe on the streets.

Chapleau Mayor Michael Levesque offers some ideas for those handing out candy.

Chapleau Mayor Michael Levesque's Halloween Tips
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Levesque urges trick-or-treaters to be understanding with those not handing out candy, and to simply move on to the next house.

Health authorities have also recommended wearing a face covering - not just a costume mask - and standing outside while handing out candy - instead of a treat bucket or bowl - possibly using tongs or a similar tool, like a hockey stick.

APH Announces New Medical Officer of Health & CEO

Algoma Public Health's hired a new top executive - promoting a key official.

The health unit's Board of Health has announced the appointment of Dr. Jennifer Loo as Medical Officer of Health and Chief Executive Officer for the Algoma District as of January 1st, 2021.

Algoma's Associate Medical Officer of Health since August 2017, Loo is a specialist physician in public health and preventive medicine who is also an assistant professor with the Northern Ontario School of Medicine's public health and preventive medicine residency program, and an adjunct lecturer at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto.

Loo replaces Dr. Marlene Spruyt, who's retiring at the end of the year after four years heading the health unit.

ADSB Trustees Approve 2020-21 Capital Projects

Trustees with the Algoma District School Board have approved more than a dozen capital projects - though no local projects.

In their meeting this week, the school board approved fourteen capital projects recommended for 2020-21 by the Operations and Budget Committee, amounting to about $17.7-million - the projects include work on the board's Education Centre and Algoma Education Connection/Late school.

Deadline Nears for Prospective Wawa Marina Advisory Committee Members

Time's almost up for prospective members for a new committee focused on Wawa's marina.

While Community Services and Tourism Director Alex Patterson says an informal committee's existed for some time, he's recommended formalizing it as part of efforts to gain full ownership of the marina.

Alex Patterson Explains Reason for Marina Advisory Committee
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Patterson says the Municipality's looking for five people who use the marina, hoping for diversity of experience, including types of boat they have and how long they've used the facility.

Anyone interested is asked to submit an expression of interest by emailing slord@wawa.cc by noon tomorrow.

Chapleau Council Approves Rezoning By-Law Amid Lot Separation Plans

The process is continuing for some zoning changes to Chapleau's "Beaudry Estate".

During their meeting earlier this week, Chapleau Council approved a by-law to rezone lands at 30 Planer Road, which Mayor Michael Levesque says is another needed step, following several discussions of a proposed "lot severance" under the Committee of Adjustment.

Mayor Levesque on Beaudry Estate Situation
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The mayor emphasizes the move to split the property into five simply recognizes existing use.

Chapleau Renewing CAO Recruitment Efforts

Chapleau's renewing recruitment efforts for a new top administrator.

Following "in-camera" discussions about recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer during this week's Chapleau Council meeting, Mayor Michael Levesque says the Township's again casting out the call for applicants.

Mayor Levesque on Renewal of CAO Recruitment Efforts
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Mayor Levesque admits that means a new CAO may not be chosen until next year - he's previously noted an "arrangement" with the previous CAO, who is "carrying the fort" at this time and "available for the transition".

Chapleau Council Considers Pair of Committee of Adjustment Items

Chapleau Council's moving forward with a pair of Committee of Adjustment items.

Mayor Michael Levesque explains the Township's consultants cleared the requests.

Mayor Levesque on Recent Committee of Adjustment Items
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Mayor Levesque notes neighbouring properties will be notified about the latter item, to see if there are any objections, otherwise the request is likely to be approved in a future Council meeting.

Algoma Reports Another New COVID-19 Case

Another COVID-19 case has been reported in Algoma.

Algoma Public Health says its 43rd case is located in the Sault Ste. Marie area, though it's unknown how they were infected, considered evidence of ongoing community spread in the Sault area.

This leaves Algoma with three "active" cases, all in the Sault area.

Public Health Sudbury and Districts - which confirmed its 125th case Monday night - still have twelve "active" - all in Greater Sudbury - while the neighbouring Porcupine Health Unit has five, and the Thunder Bay District Health Unit has four, all in the Thunder Bay area.

New COVID-19 Case Confirmed in Sudbury

Another COVID-19 case has been confirmed in Sudbury.

Public Health Sudbury and Districts says its 125th case stems from close contact with another confirmed case - combined with one new recovery, it leaves the health unit with twelve "active" cases, all in Greater Sudbury.

That's the most in the region, as the Porcupine Health Unit currently has five "active", the Thunder Bay District Health Unit has four - all in the Thunder Bay area - and Algoma Public Health has two, both in the Sault Ste. Marie area.

Wawa Council Holding Special Meeting

Wawa Municipal Council will discuss a few items in a special meeting tonight.

Included on the agenda is a project update from Lakeshore Natural Gas, a resolution for a Phase 2 application for funding assistance under the Safe Restart Agreement, and a by-law respecting a Site Plan Control Area for the construction of temporary housing units.

The meeting will be broadcast on the Muncipality of Wawa's YouTube page, starting at 6:30 pm tonight.

PHSD and Neighbouring Health Units Confirm More COVID-19 Cases

More COVID-19 cases have been confirmed in the region.

Just hours after declaring an outbreak at a Greater Sudbury high school which has seen three cases, Public Health Sudbury and Districts has confirmed its 124th case, stemming from close contact with another confirmed case - it leaves the health unit with twelve "active" cases, all in Greater Sudbury.

The Thunder Bay District Health Unit's also reporting a new case, its 115th, also stemming from close contact with a known case - this leaves that health unit with five "active" cases, all in the Thunder Bay area.

Meanwhile, Algoma Public Health has two "active" cases - both in the Sault Ste. Marie area - while the Porcupine Health Unit has seven "active".

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