‘Awards and Contests’ Information
Written by admin on 15 July 2017
TERRACE BAY, ON – July 1st, the Township of Terrace Bay announced the 2017 Inductees to the Terrace Bay Sports Wall of Fame. 24 Athletes, 7 Builders and 5 Teams will be inducted at a Presentation & Social on Thursday, August 17th at the Michael King Hall. CONGRATULATIONS to the 2017 [Read more]
Written by Tyler Davis on 11 July 2017
Many thought that after the tragic and unexpected death of Paul Walker during the filming of Furious 7, the Fast and the Furious franchise would wrap up production without finishing the movie. This was most certainly not the case, as creative use of technology and family allowed producers to finish [Read more]
Written by Tyler Davis on 04 July 2017
The tragic stories of World War 2 are taught in classrooms around the world. We learn about the horrific acts committed, and the ultimate fall of the Nazi empire. We hear about the battles and the soldiers who fought valiantly to protect their lands and freedoms. What we don’t often hear about [Read more]
Written by admin on 04 July 2017
MANITOUWADGE, ON – The Township of Manitouwadge had originally planned to have Canada Day community events both Friday evening and Saturday throughout the day, unfortunately weather did not cooperate Friday evening, the pool party scheduled to kick off the season at the Oasis Pool had to be [Read more]
Written by admin on 03 July 2017
Township of Red Rock residents looking to celebrate had plenty to choose from Saturday! Among the fun were a Mountain Hike organized by Friends of the Library, a one day baseball tournament, a silver-donation BBQ hosted (and cooked) by Red Rock’s Fire Department, a plethora of kids games and [Read more]
Written by Township of Terrace Bay on 03 July 2017
Canada Day festivities began in Terrace Bay on Saturday at the arena and included a performance of the national anthem by Lea Olive and accompanied by many of those in attendance. Throughout the day there were many fun events; among some of the highlights of these were a bike decorating contest, [Read more]
Written by Press Release on 28 June 2017
MARATHON, ON – Children are getting their fishing gear ready for the Kids Fishing Derby, July 8. The event will begin at 10am and wrap up at 2 pm at White Lake Provincial Park. The event is free, however participants must pay for a day entry to the park at $11.25 (taxes included). [Read more]
Written by Our Lady of Lourdes on 26 June 2017
MANITOUWADGE, ON – June 13, 2017, Superior North Catholic District School Board students, as well as student-athletes from a number of other boards, gathered in Manitouwadge for some fun, laughs and competition! This event, hosted by Our Lady of Lourdes catholic school, included [Read more]
Written by Press Release on 22 June 2017
TORONTO, ON – Jacqueline Pelletier is celebrating after winning a $75,000 top prize with Instant Neon 3x Multiplier (Game #1895) on a ticket she purchased at Speedy Lotto on Highway 69 in Hamner. “I love to play instant tickets,” said Jacqueline while at the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto to [Read more]
Written by Tyler Davis on 20 June 2017
Are we alone in the universe? This topic has been explored by scientists and astronauts for decades both in movies and in real life. Agents Mulder and Scully gained fame for their X-Files roles which saw them utilizing their FBI connections to explore reports of the unknown. This week, a team of [Read more]
Written by Tyler Davis on 30 May 2017
Ice Cube’s claim to fame was as a member of the rap group N.W.A (the band featured in the movie Straight Outta Compton) in the 1980’s. Since then, he has diversified his career to include screenwriting, product endorsements, the formation of a professional basketball league and extensive acting [Read more]
Written by Press Release on 30 May 2017
Seven mine rescue teams from across Ontario will test their emergency response knowledge and skills 1,750 feet under Lake Huron in the world’s largest salt mine during the 68 th annual Ontario Mine Rescue Provincial Competition in Goderich, Wednesday and Thursday, June 7 and 8. Compass Minerals, [Read more]
Written by Tyler Davis on 16 May 2017
As we hit the midway mark of May, it is time to take a sneak peek at what awaits in the month of June-including what is expected to be one of the most anticipated new releases of the year- Beauty and the Beast. The remake of the beloved Disney classic hits out shelves on June [Read more]
Written by Superior North Catholic District School Board on 11 May 2017
TERRACE BAY, ON – The Superior North Catholic District School Board hosted its 21st Annual Celebration of Excellence banquet and awards event on Saturday, May 6, 2017, in Terrace Bay. This year’s Master of Ceremonies was Superintendent of Education, Kerry Desjardins. Our amazing employees [Read more]
Written by Conseil Scolaire Catholique Nouvel-Ontario on 03 May 2017
WAWA, ON – Some 130 young chess masters met in Wawa on April 27 for the fourth Franco-Nord-Ouest Chess Tournament. The competition, hosted by Wawa’s École Saint-Joseph, attracted 131 grades 3 to 12 francophone students from the following Northwestern Ontario French Catholic and Public [Read more]