From the Editor: Manitouwadge & Michipicoten Represent at OFSAA Badminton Championships (provincial) The 2011 Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations Badminton Championships were held at St. Andrew’s College ib Aurora and Villanova College in King City May 12th through 14th; [Read more]
Forest fire situation update Northeast Region The Northeast Fire Region responded to three new fires on May 19 in Timmins (1) and Wawa (2) districts. Timmins 7 was reported south of Timmins and is under control at 2.1 hectares. The fire was burnt along the power line right of way. Wawa 6 was [Read more]
Written by family LaRoche, Arthur Gilbert Paul Oct 2, 1929 – May 19, 2011 Passed away at the Manitouwadge Hospital where he has been living under the care of his daughter, Louise and the wonderful staff there that grew to care and love him for his helpful ways and teasing nature during his 6 [Read more]
LIFE AT OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Catholic Education Week at Our Lady of Lourdes School During the week of May 1st to May 6th, Catholic Education week was celebrated across the province of Ontario. Schools and Boards celebrated 168 years of success, serving as foundation for millions [Read more]
Manitouwadge Public School News Photo courtesy MPS. MANITOUWADGE, ON – The Thunder Bay District Health Unit Public Health Nurse Shirley Saasto- Stopyra accompanied by Reene Warren the Health Promotion Community Resource Person conducted a peer lead training program for students at MPS [Read more]
Photos, Videography & Interview courtesy Natalie Labbee ANNUAL MCAG WALK RAISES OVER $3000FOR MANITOUWADGE RESIDENTS TOUCHED BY CANCER MANITOUWADGE, ON – The Manitouwadge Cancer Assistance Group (MCAG) is a non-profit organization, managed by volunteers, which helps local individuals touched [Read more]
THE WEEK IN POLICING MARATHON, ON – Calls for Service: 77 Traffic: 19 Criminal Charges: 2 R.I.D.E. Checks: 11 Resuls of R.I.D.E.: 482 vehicles checked: 1 HTA warning 1 CAIA warning 1 Roadside Screening device [Read more]
MANITOUWADGE, ON – There was quite a disturbance yesterday in Manitouwadge’s downtown core as news quickly travelled through town that couple, Tracy Lynn Shawayahamish and Stan Labonte, engaged to married, were dressed up and, in the case of Labonte, willing to undergo a bit of [Read more]
MEAGHER, Francis Xavier The family of Francis Xavier Meagher sadly announce his passing on Thursday, May 12, 2011, at the Manitouwadge General Hospital, Manitouwadge, Ontario. Beloved husband of Irene (nee Stack) for 60 years. Loving father of Lauchie (Pauline) and Diane (Joe). Adored grandfather [Read more]
MARATHON , ON –The Town of Marathon is airing its disappointment on the Province with the recent announcement that all of the fibre traditionally allocated to the mill in Marathon has been allocated to a U.S. firm who plans to develop a site an hour east in White River. The Town of Marathon, [Read more]
MANITOUWADGE PUBLIC SCHOOL NEWS MANITOUWADGE, ON – WOW Again!! For some time now our school has been very pleased to be the drop off point for the Diabetes Clothesline. Our grade 8 students came out with their usual enthusiasm to help load 286 bags and boxes onto the truck!! We know the [Read more]
– Yesterday evening, Tuesday, May 3rd, students of Our Lady of Lourdes school in Manitouwage brought family and friends to enjoy an open house featuring students work and special projects from the school year to date. In addition to in-class displays and attractions a Book Fair was being [Read more]
ELLIOT LAKE, ON – Carol Hughes was re-elected today as NDP Member of Parliament in Algoma-Manitoulin-Kapuskasing in a historic result as the New Democratic Party more than doubled the size of its caucus and earned status as Official Opposition for the first time. “I want to thank the voters of [Read more]
Manitouwadge, ON – Le 28 avril, après la diffusion en directe de la soirée des candidats à l’école secondaire ‘Manitouwadge High School’ la Députée Carol Hughes prend le temps pour parler avec OntarioNewsNorth.com et addresser les choses qu’elle n’a pas eu [Read more]
By: Gord Martin This past Wednesday, Manitouwadge was hit with a spring storm of rain, snow and freezing rain. Less than ideal conditions to introdroduce the Northern Studies class to backpacking. The students however, had the skills and gear to deal with the conditions even if they may have had [Read more]
