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Six locals in the Bird house

Shop local. Stay local. Play local. Soo Thunderbirds of the Northern Ontario Jr. Hockey League have been playing the local theme thus far this off season. To be sure, the Thunderbirds now have commitments from six local skaters — four returnees and two newcomers — ahead of the 2020-2021 season. […]

Business as unusual

These are unusual times. And in the hockey world, the so-called ‘new normal’ means the phrase ‘business as usual’ may no longer be applicable. The COVID-19 pandemic has altered the way lives are being led and how business is being conducted. And in the instance of hockey — which literally […]

Two more for the Birds

Another day. Another pair of returning commitments. Soo Thunderbirds general manager Trev Zachary has confirmed to Hockey News North that veteran forwards Avery Rebek and Kurtis Rogers will be returning to the Northern Ontario Jr. Hockey League team for another season. The return of Rebek and Rogers follows the day […]

What’s in a Letter

I love writing letters and receiving letters in the mail. But it seems that it has turned out to be a lost art of sorts. With technology, people find it easier to email, call, text, and use social media to stay in touch with others, and to me, that seems […]

Larry Edward Wallace

Larry Edward Wallace, age 76, died on July 1, 2020 at his home in Newberry, Michigan. His wife of 23 years/best friend of 31 years was at his side. He was born in Pontiac, Michigan to James William Wallace and Betty (Clyne) Wallace, on July 13, 1943. He received his […]

Judy LaFord

Judy LaFord, age 79, of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2020, at her home after a long battle with ovarian cancer.  Judy was born on February 24, 1941 She is survived by her husband: Jerry LaFord; children: Becky (Ely) Andary, Steve (Jackie) LaFord; grandchildren: Katie […]

D-man Daca to Soo Eagles

Soo Eagles have committed to free agent defenseman Hayden Daca, Hockey News North has confirmed. The December, 2001 birth year skater spent the 2019-2020 season with the Elliot Lake Wildcats, who finished in last place in the Northern Ontario Jr. Hockey League. The Wildcats have since ceased operations ahead of […]