APH Reports 90th COVID-19 Death

Another COVID-19 death's been confirmed in the region.

Algoma Public Health's reporting one in which COVID contributed but was not the underlying cause of death, bringing the health unit's death toll to 90 - it last reported a death last week.

It's also reporting 96 new cases over the last week, about the same as the previous week - 80 in the Sault Ste. Marie area, twelve in Central and East Algoma, and four in the Elliot Lake area - raising known "high risk active" cases slightly, to 112, with twenty in hospital, two in ICUs.

Wawa Council Holding Back-to-Back Meetings

Wawa Municipal Council's holding back-to-back meetings tonight.

First up is a Committee of the Whole meeting, which includes discussion on 40 kilometer an hour speed limits on residential streets, the drinking water system operation plan, a write-down of the Michipicoten Golf Club's loan, a draft policy prohibiting feeding of wildlife, a fire advisory committee, a funding application, and two requests for fee waivers.

That'll be followed by a regular Council meeting, which includes resolutions approving the write-down of the golf club loan, vesting a property, and approving Council travel for 2023 conferences, as well as by-laws adopting the 2023 schedule of fees and amending the by-law for the Age-Friendly Committee.

The meetings will be held back-to-back, starting at 6:30 pm tonight, in Council Chambers - they'll also be livestreamed through the Municipality's YouTube channel.

PHSD Reports New COVID-19 Cases, No Longer Any Active in Northern Sudbury District

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

Public Health Sudbury and Districts is reporting an overall increase of 37 cases since Friday - with 39 more in Greater Sudbury and two in the Manitoulin District, while the broader Sudbury District's count was reduced by four - with known "active" cases down to 144, including 37 in hospital, two in ICUs.

For the first time in more than a week, there are no longer any "active" cases listed for the northern Sudbury District (which includes Chapleau, Cartier, Foleyet, Gogama, and neighbouring First Nations).

CHADWIC Home Planning Cultural Diversity Event for International Women's Day

With International Women's Day a month away, CHADWIC Home's turning to the community for support of a planned event.

Noting the theme this year is "Embrace Equity", Pam Carruthers explains a "Cultural Diversity Event" is being planned.

Carruthers emphasizes that the event relies on participants, however.

Those interested in signing up for a booth are asked to contact CHADWIC Home at 705-856-2848 by Monday, February 13th, so organizers can confirm plans for International Women's Day, which is March 8th.

Tickets Still Available As 25th Chapleau Pike Ice Fishing Derby Nears

Organizers are ramping up preparations for a special edition of Chapleau's ice fishing derby, just ahead of the event.

Organizer Luc Tessier reminds the Rotary Club of Chapleau's celebrating an important milestone for the Chapleau Pike Ice Fishing Derby: 25 years.

Tessier notes there are some changes in the prizes this year.

Touting over $75,000 in prizes - including a 2023 Polaris Ranger 1000 Side-By-Side for first place - Tessier notes there are still tickets available for the derby, which will be held this Saturday, February 11th.

JJAM FM will be broadcasting live derby updates with shoutouts from 11 am to 4 pm.

PHSD Reports New COVID-19 Cases, Still 2 Active in Northern Sudbury District

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

Public Health Sudbury and Districts is reporting 39 since Wednesday - 32 in Greater Sudbury, six in the broader Sudbury District, and another in the Manitoulin District - pushing known "active" cases up to 160 - that still includes two in the northern Sudbury District (which includes Chapleau, Cartier, Foleyet, Gogama, and neighbouring First Nations).

Across the health unit's region, there are still 36 cases in hospital, four in ICUs.

Wawa Mayor Attends ROMA Conference, Meets With Health Minister & Others

The Municipality of Wawa's touting meetings attended by the mayor at a recent conference.

Mayor Melanie Pilon - and CAO/Clerk Maury O'Neill - attended the recent Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) conference in Toronto, and a municipal release notes Pilon - supported by other members of the Superior East Mayor's Group - presented a briefing to Health Minister and Deputy Premier Sylvia Jones on the need for local physician support and additional funding for locums, and Pilon also joined Dubreuilville Mayor Beverly Nantel and White River Councillor Dwijen Bharad in a dicussion with the Associate Minister of Housing about possible solutions to the regional housing shortage.

It also quotes Mayor Pilon as "looking forward" to attending the upcoming Ontario Good Roads Conference, with plans to advocate for a full-time Drive Test Centre in the region, along with increased infrastructure funding.

Chapleau Thanks Newmont for Donated Truck

Chapleau's thanking a local miner for a new vehicle for the fire department.

The Township says it accepted the donation of a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado crew cab from Newmont Gold - owner of the local Borden Gold Mine - intended to help the fire department respond to emergency calls "efficiently", along with transporting rescue equipment and tools.

It also touts "the championing of Mayor [Ryan] Bignucolo and council's dedication and enthusiasm".

Wawa Emergency Services Hitting Ice for Charity Hockey Game

Members of Wawa's emergency services will be hitting the ice this weekend in a hockey game supporting an important local cause.

Local firefighter Sam Rowe explains the Emergency Services Hockey Game features a combination of all of Wawa's emergency services.

Rowe notes that it serves a dual purpose.

While there is no cost to attend, Rowe says donations will be accepted - and he notes there'll be raffles for some items donated by local businesses and organizations.

Wawa's Emergency Services Charity hockey game begins at 7 pm Saturday night, at the Michipicoten Memorial Community Centre.

PHSD Reports New COVID-19 Cases, Still 2 Active in Northern Sudbury District

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

Public Health Sudbury and Districts is reporting 44 since Monday - 38 in Greater Sudbury, two in the broader Sudbury District, and four in the Manitoulin District - pushing known "active" cases up to 149 - with 36 in hospital, four in I-C-Us - with two still "active" in the northern Sudbury District (which includes Chapleau, Cartier, Foleyet, Gogama, and neighbouring First Nations).

The health unit's reporting the community's COVID-19 risk level is "moderate" while overall influenza activity for the region is "sporadic".

Meanwhile, the neighbouring Porcupine Health Unit's reporting 25 new cases over the last week - down from the previous week - it no longer breaks that down by region nor reports "active" case counts, but does show three in hospital, just over half of the previous report.

Chapleau Council to Consider Zoning Amendment for Residential Units

Chapleau Council will consider a zoning by-law amendment for a multi-residential building later this month.

The Township of Chapleau's issued notice that a public meeting will be held under the Planning Act on February 21st, to receive input on proposed site-specific amendments for the proposal for five residential dwelling units with reduced parking requirements at 49 Monk Street.

Tuesday, February 21st - the day after the Family Day holiday - is the date of the next Council meeting, which would be held at 6:30 pm that night.

APH Reports 2 COVID-19 Deaths, Nearly Doubles Active Cases

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

Algoma Public Health's reporting two - one in which it was the underlying cause, another in which it contributed but was not the underlying cause - but gives no further details.

This brings the health unit's death toll to 89 - it last reported a death two weeks ago.

It's also reporting 95 new cases over the last week - 80 in the Sault Ste. Marie area, twelve in Central and East Algoma, and three in the Elliot Lake area - nearly doubling known "high risk active" cases to 111, with fourteen in hospital, five in ICUs.

PHSD Reports 201st COVID-19 Death, New Cases

Another COVID-19 death's been confirmed in the region.

Public Health Sudbury and Districts is reporting is 201st - the 174th in Greater Sudbury - it last reported a death last Wednesday.

The health unit's also reporting 41 new cases since Friday - 36 in Greater Sudbury, five in the Manitoulin District - pushing known "active" cases up slightly, to 130 - 22 in hospital, one in an ICU - with two cases still "active" in the northern Sudbury District (which includes Chapleau, Cartier, Foleyet, Gogama, and neighbouring First Nations).

Michipicoten Golf Club Holding Annual General Meeting

The Michipicoten Golf Club's set to hold its annual general meeting tonight.

It's urging all members and shareholders to attend, as the president and treasurer will present reports and there will be nominations for new directors, noting more are needed to fill vacant seats.

The meeting will be held at 6 pm, at the Michipicoten Memorial Centre’s Banquet Room.

25th Chapleau Pike Ice Fishing Derby Nears

Organizers are ramping up preparations for a special edition of Chapleau's ice fishing derby, a couple weeks before the event.

Organizer Luc Tessier explains the Rotary Club of Chapleau's preparing to celebrate a milestone for the Chapleau Pike Ice Fishing Derby.

Tessier touts over $75,000 in prizes, including a Polaris Ranger 1000 Side-By-Side for first place.

The Rotary Club of Chapleau presents the 25th annual Chapleau Pike Ice Fishing Derby February 11th.

Chapleau Council Meeting Tonight

Chapleau Town Council's set to meet tonight.

Included on the agenda is a delegation from the Chapleau Regional Development Committee, resolutions for appointments to the Chapleau Hydro Board of Directors and the Board of Health for Public Health Sudbury and Districts, and five "in-camera" items about identifiable individuals such as municipal or local board employees.

The meeting will be held at 6:30 pm tonight, in Civic Centre Council Chambers.

PHSD Reports New COVID-19 Cases, 2 Active in Northern Sudbury District

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

Public Health Sudbury and Districts is reporting 29 since Wednesday - 23 in Greater Sudbury, four in the broader Sudbury District, and two in the Manitoulin District - pushing known "active" cases up slightly, to 127, with 34 in hospital, two in ICUs.

For the first time in nearly two weeks, the "active" cases include two in the northern Sudbury District (which includes Chapleau, Cartier, Foleyet, Gogama, and neighbouring First Nations).

Chapleau Seeking Volunteer for PHSD Board, Local Committees

Time's running out for Chapleau residents interested in sitting on the local public health board.

The Township of Chapleau's seeking residents or ratepayers interested in being part of Public Health Sudbury and Districts, asking they submit a letter of intent outlining interests and experience, by emailing cao@chapleau.ca by noon Monday, January 30th.

It's also looking for volunteers for a few other local committees - the Economic Development Committee, Leisure and Cultural Services, Protection to Persons and Property and Property Standards, and Public Works - Maintenance and Operations - though those interested in volunteering for those have until noon on March 30th to apply.

Wawa Seniors Goose Club Set to Launch Monthly Lunch & Learn

Wawa seniors are being offered a chance to have a bite to eat and learn at the same time.

Wendy Todesco - a member of the Wawa Goose Club executive - explains the local seniors centre is launching a monthly "Lunch and Learn" this week.

Todesco notes the first topic - tackled next Wednesday, February 1st - will be seniors nutrition, featuring dietician Justine Glover and her intern as guest speakers.

Tickets must be purchased in advance, at the Wawa Goose Club, by Monday, January 30th.

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