Sault Ste. Marie news

• GRAVELLE, Miriam O.

  21-07-2017 22:42
  With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother, great-grandmother Miriam Orvokki Gravelle (nee Leppanen) at the Sault Area Hospital on Thursday, July 20, 2017. She leaves behind her children Gary (Ann), Brian (Nicola) and Brenda, seven grandchildren: Matthew, Emma (Ollie), Anna, Eryn (Craig), Kerilyn (Jonathan), Michael (Ashley), and her five great-grandchildren: […]
  
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• RICHARDS, Ivan Paul

  21-07-2017 22:12
  Born March 24, 1956 – Died July 21, 2017 Peacefully and surrounded by his family at the age of 61 after a short battle with cancer, Ivan Richards joined those loved ones gone before him. Survived by his loving wife of forty years Melva Richards, his son Scott (Suzie) and his daughters Jody McLean (Steve) […]
  
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• Ontario wraps public hearings on minimum wage

  21-07-2017 22:09
  TORONTO – Unions and advocacy groups made one last effort Friday to sway the Ontario government on its plan for sweeping changes to the province’s labour laws, with some sounding the alarm about what they deem drastic measures and others arguing the proposal doesn’t go far enough. The government wrapped up nearly two weeks of […]
  
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• Walleye Wonderland Discovered at this Northern Provincial Park

  21-07-2017 21:41 via saultstar.com
  
  The 20-foot flat erupts into an elongated boulder pile topping out at around 14 feet.
  
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• Bike Stolen: Can you identify this suspect?

  21-07-2017 21:19
  Crime Stoppers and the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service are asking your assistance in identifying a suspect. On the 30th of June 2017 the victim parked their bicycle at the Metro located at 150 Churchill Blvd. at approximately 2:30 p.m. An unknown suspect took the CCM bicycle with blue and white writing valued at $250.00 […]
  
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• Sault hopes for strong tourism season

  21-07-2017 20:32 via saultstar.com
  
  It's too early to gauge how many visitors will check out Sault Ste. Marie this summer but according to Statistics Canada, travel trends are changing.
  
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• Thunder Bay mayor charged

  21-07-2017 20:19 via saultstar.com
  
  THUNDER BAY, Ont. — The mayor of Thunder Bay, Ont., has been charged with extortion and obstructing justice.
  
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• SMITH, Peter

  21-07-2017 20:00
  Our hearts are broken. The family of Peter Smith announces his passing at ARCH on Friday, July 21, 2017 in his 102nd year. He is now reunited with his wife Elizabeth “Beth”. He lived life to the fullest and always said “Everyday you wake up is a good day.”  Treasured father of Bernie (Pete), Mary […]
  
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• City gets $389,282 from OLG

  21-07-2017 19:59 via saultstar.com
  
  The City of Sault Ste. Marie has received $389,282 from the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp. as its first-quarter payment for hosting Casino Sault Ste. Marie.
  
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• FedEx To Close All Canadian Stores

  21-07-2017 19:31
  TORONTO – Shipping giant FedEx is closing its FedEx Office stores in Canada after 32 years in the country. Spokeswoman Stacey Sullivan says FedEx Office will close its 24 stores, a manufacturing plant in Markham, Ont., and its head office in Toronto. The move will result in the loss of 214 jobs, but will not […]
  
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• City cashes in on Casino payment

  21-07-2017 18:40
  The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) today issued a first-quarter (April to June, 2017) non-tax gaming revenue payment of $389,282 to the City of Sault Ste. Marie for hosting OLG Casino Sault Ste. Marie. Since May 1999, Sault Ste. Marie has received more than $27.3 million in non-tax gaming revenue. “OLG gaming revenue provide […]
  
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• Thunder Bay’s Mayor and Two Other People Charged with Extortion

  21-07-2017 18:35
  In what can only be described as extraordinary, Thunder Bay Mayor Keith Hobbs, and his wife Marissa Hobbs have been charged with extortion and obstructing justice according to an OPP media release. One other individual, Mary Voss, has also been charged according to the media release. The accused are to appear in court in September, […]
  
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• Open houses set for new ward boundaries

  21-07-2017 14:36 via saultstar.com
  
  Two public open houses have been set for Sault Ste. Marie residents to review the new proposed ward boundaries that if approved, will change the face of city council for the 2019 election.
  
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• Five potential NAFTA sticking points to watch

  21-07-2017 14:07
  OTTAWA – U.S.-initiated negotiations to overhaul the North American Free Trade Agreement are bound to be long and hard. Canadian officials maintain that Mexico is the real target of President Donald Trump’s determination to renegotiate what he considers to be a bad deal for America. Nevertheless, there are a number of issues bound to spark […]
  
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• Pay It Forward. Health Gear Medical & Safety Inc. Gifts Brand New Walker to Sault Senior.

  21-07-2017 13:57
  Readers of saultonline will recall that a story was featured regarding a Sault senior who had a walker ‘taken’ from Walmart Great Northern Road while she was shopping in early July.saultonline.com Edith Sachro accesses the motorized scooters available for shoppers when shopping at the Walmart location. She always left her custom-built walker near the customer […]
  
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• Keep Your Pets Safe and Cool This Summer

  21-07-2017 13:55
  Summer is here, and for some people in Ontario that means road trips and exploring the outdoors with family and friends – including furry companions. If your pet is travelling with you in your car, keep their needs in mind as you plan your trip. Do not leave pets unattended in your vehicle. The temperature […]
  
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• Smile makes O'Shea grin

  21-07-2017 13:41 via saultstar.com
  
  A storm of interest in one of their songs helped My Son The Hurricane book more concert date and play to large crowds.
  
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• Classic !

  21-07-2017 12:59
  The Sault Area Hospital Volunteer Association (SAHVA) invites the public to attend its’ second annual Classic Car & Bike Show fundraiser event, being held on Sunday, July 30, 2017 at Maslack Supply Ltd., 340 Great Northern Road, between the hours of 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. This fun event is open to the public and […]
  
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• Sears liquidation sales begin at 54 stores

  21-07-2017 12:50
  TORONTO – The liquidation sales at 54 Sears Canada Inc. locations began Friday, a process the company hopes will help it emerge from creditor protection later this year. The process includes 20 full-line, 15 Sears Home, 10 Outlet and nine Hometown locations in every province except Prince Edward Island. The sales are being run by […]
  
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• Driver cut out of car

  21-07-2017 05:32 via saultstar.com
  
  Firefighters used the Jaws of Life to cut out a driver involved in a two-vehicle crash in the city's east end on Thursday.
  
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• City hosts Public Open House to discuss proposed new ward boundaries

  21-07-2017 00:02
  
  Public Open Houses will be held July 26 and August 2 to discuss the proposed new ward boundaries. Both sessions will take place from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the Civic Centre in the Russ Ramsay Board room located on the third floor. The proposed boundary changes to create a five ward system have […]
  
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