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Tuesday, May 29, 2007

BE BEAR WISE! (Elliot Lake, Ont.) During the last month police have responded to several calls regarding bears. Sgt.
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BE BEAR WISE!

(Elliot Lake, Ont.) During the last month police have responded to several calls regarding bears. Sgt. Van Kessell of the East Algoma OPP would like to remind everyone that although the bears are cute and fun to watch, they are still a live animal with unpredictable behaviour, especially from the adults. People who wish to observe the animals should do from a safe distance allowing emergency personnel to deal with the situation should it become necessary to use force or a bear sounding device.

To report bear problems please call:
1-866-514-2327
For further information regarding Bear Wise visit the following website bears.mnr.gov.on.ca.


BOTH DRIVERS INVOLVED IN MOTORCYCLE CRASH CHARGED

(Goulais River, Ont.) The drivers of both motorcycles involved in an injury crash on Saturday 12 May 2007 have been charged.

On Saturday 12 May 2007 at about 11:30 p.m. emergency crews were dispatched to Old Hwy 17 in Goulais River after two motorcycles crashed.

The investigation has revealed that both motorcycles were traveling south on Old Hwy 17. Both bikes came in contact with each other and flipped over throwing both riders to the pavement. The drivers were transported to hospital by ambulance.

As a result of this crash two men from Goulais River now face several charges. 22-year-old Robin Feifel of Robertson Lake Road in Goulais River is charged with Driving While Prohibited Contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada.

He is also charged under the Off Road Vehicles Act of Ontario with Driving With No Insurance and Failing to Wear a Helmet. Mr. Feifel is scheduled to appear in court on June 25 2007.

The driver of the second motorcycle, 23-year-old Travis Nadler of Old Hwy 17 in Goulais River, is charged with Driving While Under Suspension and Failing to Report an Accident Contrary to the Highway Traffic Act of Ontario. Mr. Nadler is also charged with Driving with No Insurance and Failing to Wear a Helmet contrary to the Off Road Vehicle Act of Ontario. Mr. Nadler is to appear on court on June 20 2007.