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• City of Sault Ste. Marie appoints new Fire Chief | SaultOnline.com - SaultOnline.com

  31-07-2017 23:48
  City of Sault Ste. Marie appoints new Fire Chief | SaultOnline.com
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  The City's selection committee has recommended Peter Johnson as the new Fire Chief for Sault Ste. Marie effective August 1, 2017. Mr. Johnson comes to the ...and more »
  
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• City of Sault Ste. Marie appoints new Fire Chief - SaultOnline.com

  31-07-2017 23:48
  City of Sault Ste. Marie appoints new Fire Chief
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  The City's selection committee has recommended Peter Johnson as the new Fire Chief for Sault Ste. Marie effective August 1, 2017. Mr. Johnson comes to the Fire Chief position with nearly 23 years of Fire Service experience, having served most recently ...and more »
  
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• 5 Car Draw and a new CT Scanner for Sault Ste. Marie - SaultOnline.com

  31-07-2017 23:48
  5 Car Draw and a new CT Scanner for Sault Ste. Marie
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  Front Row: Winners of the 5 Vehicles – Chris Lefave, Madge Clark, Emma Gallo, and Mark Whalen. Absent: Fay Loyer. Back Row: Cheryl Pavoni, Executive Director, Sault Area Hospital Foundation, Joe Orazietti, Volunteer Chair, 5 Car Draw, and Logan Costa ...
  
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• 5 Car Draw and a new CT Scanner for Sault Ste. Marie | SaultOnline ... - SaultOnline.com

  31-07-2017 23:48
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  5 Car Draw and a new CT Scanner for Sault Ste. Marie | SaultOnline ...
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  Front Row: Winners of the 5 Vehicles – Chris Lefave, Madge Clark, Emma Gallo, and Mark Whalen. Absent: Fay Loyer. Back Row: Cheryl Pavoni, Executive ...and more »
  
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• City of Sault Ste. Marie appoints new Fire Chief

  31-07-2017 23:32
  The City’s selection committee has recommended Peter Johnson as the new Fire Chief for Sault Ste. Marie effective August 1, 2017. Mr. Johnson comes to the Fire Chief position with nearly 23 years of Fire Service experience, having served most recently as Deputy Fire Chief (Suppression) for the City of Sault Ste. Marie. Mr. Johnson’s […]
  
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• New CT scanner on way

  31-07-2017 23:27 via saultstar.com
  
  Sault Area Hospital will house a new CT scanner.
  
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• Workshops aim to help business starters

  31-07-2017 23:26 via saultstar.com
  
  NORDIK Insitute will host workshops onsocial enterprise, entrepreneurship andbusiness basics.
  
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• We wish to congratulate Peter Johnson in his new role as Fire Chief. https://t.co/hIJKo1MrrI

  31-07-2017 23:22 via twitter.com
  
  We wish to congratulate Peter Johnson in his new role as Fire Chief. https://t.co/hIJKo1MrrI
  
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• New fire chief appointed

  31-07-2017 23:00 via saultstar.com
  
  Sault Ste. Marie has a new fire chief.
  
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• 5 Car Draw and a new CT Scanner for Sault Ste. Marie

  31-07-2017 22:35
  In Spring of 2015, the Sault Area Hospital (SAH) made it known that one of the two CT Scanners in use in the Diagnostic Imaging Department needed to be replaced. Since then, the proceeds of the 2016 and 2017 5 Car Draws, a $200,000 pledge from the SAH Volunteer Association (pledge will be completely fulfilled […]
  
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• UPDATE: Highway 17 closed west of Braniff Road between Bruce Mines and Thessalon

  31-07-2017 22:32
  UPDATE 2AM: OPP says the highway has re-opened. ____________________________________________ 4:00 pm The East Algoma Detachment of the OPP are advising that Highway 17 has been closed west of Braniff Road between Bruce Mines and Thessalon due to a serious motor vehicle collision. No detour has been made available and the estimated duration of the closure […]
  
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• Highway 17 closed west of Braniff Road between Bruce Mines and Thessalon

  31-07-2017 22:32
  4:00 pm The East Algoma Detachment of the OPP are advising that Highway 17 has been closed west of Braniff Road between Bruce Mines and Thessalon due to a serious motor vehicle collision. No detour has been made available and the estimated duration of the closure is unknown at this time. We will provide further […]
  
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• LOUBERT, Jules Honoré

  31-07-2017 22:05
  Peacefully at the Algoma Residential Community Hospice on Sunday, July 30, 2017 at the age of 81. Beloved husband of Noëlla. Loving father of Gilbert (Kelly), Robert (Tina), Marc-André and Michelle (Doug). Cherished grandfather of Alicia, Andrea, Caroline and Kathy. Dear brother of Ange-Aimeé, Marielle, Gabrielle, Ronald, Yves, Richard, Denis, Florent and the late Alphonse. […]
  
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• Public Open House - Proposed New Ward Boundaries August 2 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. - Russ Ramsay Board Room saultstemarie.ca/Newsroom/July-…

  31-07-2017 21:48 via twitter.com
  Public Open House - Proposed New Ward Boundaries August 2 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. - Russ Ramsay Board Room saultstemarie.ca/Newsroom/July-…
  
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• Reminder: Pim Street closed for 3 days starting today, visit saultstemarie.ca/Newsroom/July-…. For bus detours, visit saultstemarie.ca/Newsroom/July-…

  31-07-2017 21:37 via twitter.com
  Reminder: Pim Street closed for 3 days starting today, visit saultstemarie.ca/Newsroom/July-…. For bus detours, visit saultstemarie.ca/Newsroom/July-…
  
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• Schedule changes for Sir William H. Hearst Day

  31-07-2017 21:33
  The City of Sault Ste. Marie reminds residents of schedule changes for Sir William H. Hearst Day (August 7 Civic Holiday). The following facilities and services are closed Monday, August 7: – Cemetery office – Centennial Public Library and Korah Branch Library – Jessie Irving Children’s Centre – City Landfill site and Household Hazardous Waste […]
  
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• Police investigate human remains found in Montreal River

  31-07-2017 20:50 via saultstar.com
  
  Around 5 p.m. Sunday, police responded to the discovery of human remains in the area near Montreal River.
  
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• BARBARIE, Deloris

  31-07-2017 20:40
  It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Deloris Barbarie peacefully at Algoma Residential Community Hospice on Sunday, July 30, 2017 after a very hard fought, year-long battle with ALS. Beloved wife, travel companion and best friend of Larry for forty-six years.  Adored Mother and Gramma of Amy Barbarie, Jennifer and Chris […]
  
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• Sault Ste. Marie airport to be closed for construction | WPBN - UpNorthLive.com

  31-07-2017 20:01
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  SAULT STE MARIE, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU)-- The Sault Ste. Marie airport will be closed for up to 12 days due to construction. The City's municipal airport, ...
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• Sault Ste. Marie airport to be closed for construction - UpNorthLive.com

  31-07-2017 20:01
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  Sault Ste. Marie airport to be closed for construction
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  SAULT STE MARIE, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU)-- The Sault Ste. Marie airport will be closed for up to 12 days due to construction. The City's municipal airport, KANJ-Sanderson Field, will be closed starting Monday, Aug. 7. The current project taking place is the ...
  
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• CBC to reveal hosting details for ‘The National’

  31-07-2017 19:24
  TORONTO – CBC’s “The National” plans to reveal its new anchors on Tuesday, giving viewers more insight into the direction it hopes to take with its flagship news program. The announcement comes after the public broadcaster said that it is revamping the format of the hour-long nightly news package. Among the changes, CBC News has […]
  
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• PUC Weekly Activity Notice

  31-07-2017 19:19
  PUC wishes to advise the public of the following activities for the week of July 31st, 2017. This notice is organised into four sections; Electrical Line Clearing (Tree Trimming), Water Infrastructure Renewal, Water Operations Activities, and Unidirectional Flushing Program (UDF). ELECTRICAL LINE CLEARING PROGRAM (TREE TRIMMING) Each year, PUC Forestry Technicians inspect Sault Ste. Marie’s […]
  
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• Fringe North International Theatre Festival is going to unleash 11 days of fun!

  31-07-2017 19:19
  From Aug. 10-24, fringers will enjoy high-calibre and often edgy theatre, busking, art, music and an ambitious Kids Fringe program, all at a very low cost. The global fringe festival movement has been growing for 70 years. Fringe North is the Sault’s first annual festival and it promises to be August’s major arts and entertainment […]
  
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• AINSLIE, Ronald Dustin

  31-07-2017 19:10
  Ainslie, Ronald Dustin passed away peacefully at home on July 27, 2017. Beloved husband of Carolyn for 53 years.  Cherished father of Corinna Foley (Liam), Pam Jones, and Dustin Ainslie (Rhonda).  Proud grampa to Chieanne (Albert), Natasha (Mike) and Sarah.  Loving great-grandfather to Oriana, Apple, Archer, Greyson, Jay and Aleera. Son of the late Leone […]
  
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• On Camera: Robbery At Local Medical Marijuana Dispensary

  31-07-2017 18:44
  Crime Stoppers and the Sault Ste. Marie police service are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects involved in a robbery. On the 25th of July 2017 at around 6:45 pm two males dressed in black, wearing bandanas, carrying crowbars, and black backpacks entered a Medical Marijuana Dispensary located on McDonald Avenue. The […]
  
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• Canteen Attendant - Apply now! More info: saultstemarie.ca/jobs #saultjobs https://t.co/h4AFHASyFB

  31-07-2017 17:47 via twitter.com
  
  Canteen Attendant - Apply now! More info: saultstemarie.ca/jobs#saultjobs https://t.co/h4AFHASyFB
  
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• Nine weeks of workshops on Social Enterprise, Entrepreneurship and Business basics

  31-07-2017 17:10
  NORDIK Institute, Algoma University’s community-based research organization with ongoing goals of increasing employment and promoting community resilience is hosting a series of nine workshops geared to Social Enterprises, Social Entrepreneurs and new business start-ups. The Social Enterprise and Entrepreneurship (SEE) Northern Region Partnership workshops will be held at the Sault Community Career Centre every Wednesday […]
  
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• Ontario and Michigan Launch Canada’s First Cross-Border Automated Vehicle Test Drive

  31-07-2017 16:06
  Province and Michigan Testing New Technologies to Drive Innovation in Auto Sector Ontario and Michigan are completing North America’s first national, cross-border automated vehicle test drive through Southern Ontario and Michigan, promoting innovation in the auto sector and driving economic growth. Minister of Transportation Steven Del Duca and federal Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic […]
  
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• Resounding Number of Sault Taxpayers Fed Up With Squandered Tax Dollars

  31-07-2017 15:56
  Sault residents have had it with government policies and politicians who waste public infrastructure dollars, according to a new provincial poll conducted by Forum Research. The poll shows 89% of residents believe elected officials should be doing more to ensure taxpayers are getting good value. As many as 85% of those surveyed in the Sault […]
  
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• No end in sight to Pearson ground crew strike

  31-07-2017 15:41
  TORONTO – There were widely differing accounts Sunday on how Canada’s busiest airport coped with the strike of 700 ground workers. Swissport, which employs the strikers at Toronto’s Pearson airport, said there were no major delays Sunday afternoon. “Our efforts to move passengers and their bags in and out of Pearson Airport safely and without […]
  
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• MATHIEU, Jean ‘John’

  31-07-2017 14:34
  It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our dear “Pépère,” Jean Mathieu, at Sault Area Hospital on Saturday, July 22, 2017, in his 95th year. Jean, known to many as John, spent his final days surrounded by his loving “p’tite famille.”  A cherished husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, he was […]
  
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• “Thank you” From the Family of Michael V. Doan

  31-07-2017 14:20
  The family of Michael V. Doan would like to express their sincere thank you. The support from our family, neighbours, friends, coworkers and community has been overwhelming. Thank you to everyone who has reached out to us with visits, phone calls, flowers, food, and donations. To everyone who contributed to the memorial page started by Mike Maniacco, your […]
  
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• Canadian stations expanding local news

  31-07-2017 12:45
  TORONTO – A year after Canada’s broadcast regulator demanded that English-language TV stations devote more time to local news, some networks are now doing just that. Bell Media recently announced it’s adding 5 p.m. newscasts to all its local CTV stations, and Rogers is expanding its local newscast format “CityNews” to Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg […]
  
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• Wynne to shuffle cabinet, sources say

  31-07-2017 12:11
  TORONTO – Sources say Premier Kathleen Wynne will be announcing a mini cabinet shuffle this morning, triggered by the departure of her environment minister to the Pembina Institute. Environment Minister Glen Murray is leaving his cabinet position and will resign his Toronto Centre seat on Sept. 1. The announcement comes as a surprise, as Murray […]
  
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• No injuries, under investigation, 5 residents displaced

  31-07-2017 04:41 via saultstar.com
  
  Five residents living above Reggie's Place Tavern were displaced early Sunday evening after fire broke out at the downtown Sault Ste. Marie establishment.
  
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• TAAG dreams of securing solid digs after receiving notice at Elgin Street location

  31-07-2017 04:34 via saultstar.com
  
  An animal shelter organization that has been helping cats finding their forever homes for decades is looking for a new home.
  
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• NOWITSKI, Walter John

  31-07-2017 03:27
  Peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital, with his family by his side on Saturday July 29, 2017 Walter Nowitski in his 84th year. Father of Kathleen, Wayne (Jim), Wendy (Al) Heon and Cyndie (Hani) Fayed. Grandpa of Felecia (Eric), Jason (Colleen), Sara, Ramsey, Andrew, Matthieu and Charelle. Great grandpa to Jackie, Danielle, Jacob, Noah and […]
  
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• Sent to SAH with broken leg

  31-07-2017 02:56 via saultstar.com
  
  Sault Ste. Marie Fire Services had to use aerial equipment Sunday afternoon to retrieve a man who had fallen on top of the bridge of the ship on which he was a crew member.
  
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• Downtown Apartment Fire

  31-07-2017 02:33
  A portion of the downtown was closed off due to an apartment fire Sunday evening. Sault Ste. Marie Police, Fire and EMS were dispatched to Reggie’s downtown with smoke coming out of the upstairs window. Queen Street at March street was closed to traffic as Fire Services attacked the fire. The fire was extinguished  quickly, […]
  
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• “We need our damn train!”

  31-07-2017 00:44
  It’s been three years since the last passenger train between Sault Ste. Marie and Hearst and the economic impact to the area is mounting, according to the advocacy group , Coalition for Algoma Passenger Trains. The group held a press conference Friday morning at the Civic Centre to provide evidence to disprove Transport Canada & […]
  
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