Sault Ste. Marie news

• City continues ferrochrome plant pitch

  29-08-2017 22:56 via saultstar.com
  
  The provincial government’s announcement that paves the way for an all-year road to be created to the Ring of Fire region also means several Northern Ontario communities will step-up their game to have a ferrochrome facility established in their community.
  
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• Dixon rides for veterans

  29-08-2017 22:34 via saultstar.com
  
  Cycling across Canada was John Dixon's dream.
  
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• CHAYER, Corine (nee Morris)

  29-08-2017 21:49
  Passed away suddenly at Sault Area Hospital on August 29, 2017 at the age of 70. Survived by her loving husband, Rick Chayer. Lovingly remembered by her daughter Shellie Stopar (Darren) and son, Shawn Hotson (Nova). Forever loved by her grandchildren, Jozee, Piercyn and Braitley. Loving sister of Rosemary Kennedy. Special aunt to Gidget Davidson […]
  
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• Another fire extinguisher training session in the books! Great work @SaultCollege @CitySSM #FireSafety https://t.co/iiRX8GWqwF

  29-08-2017 21:45 via twitter.com
  
  Another fire extinguisher training session in the books! Great work @SaultCollege @CitySSM #FireSafety https://t.co/iiRX8GWqwF
  
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• City continues pitch ferrochrome plant

  29-08-2017 21:42 via saultstar.com
  
  The provincial government’s announcement that paves the way for an all-year road to be created to the Ring of Fire region also means several Northern Ontario communities will step-up their game to have a ferrochrome facility established in their community.
  
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• Some city services closed for Labour Day

  29-08-2017 20:50 via saultstar.com
  
  A number of city facilities and services will be closed on Monday to recognize Labour Day.
  
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• At the Chippewa County Fair - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  29-08-2017 20:11 via sooeveningnews.com
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  At the Chippewa County Fair
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  Enjoy the Chippewa County Fair through September 4 at the Chippewa County Fairgrounds in Kinross, 1 mile off I-75 Kinross exit 378 in the Kinross Township Community Park. For more information on the fair and a full schedule of events, head online to ...
  
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• Ontario Providing Support to Those Affected by Opioid Crisis

  29-08-2017 19:44
  Measures Include More Front Line Workers, Naloxone and Rapid Access to Treatment Ontario is providing urgent relief to those affected by the opioid crisis, including adding more front-line harm-reduction workers, expanding the supply of naloxone, and creating new rapid access addiction clinics in every region of the province. Dr. Eric Hoskins, Minister of Health and […]
  
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• Father charged after toddler left in vehicle

  29-08-2017 19:16
  HALIFAX – A Halifax-area father has been charged after a toddler was found alone locked in the back seat of a vehicle with the windows up, in distress. “The child was very upset,” Halifax police Const. Dianne Penfound said Tuesday. “He was crying, he was sweating and obviously very scared.” Police say they were called […]
  
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• Statement from Chief Keetch on Matter of Constable Forsyth

  29-08-2017 18:32
  The events on August 27th, 2016 that resulted in the matter of Constable Jarrott Forsyth coming before the courts are unfortunate and do not reflect the core values and the expectations of members of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service. The officers and civilian staff of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service are held to […]
  
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• The events on August 27th, 2016 that resulted in the matter of Constable Jarrott Forsyth coming before the courts... fb.me/uUdgPImB

  29-08-2017 18:17 via twitter.com
  The events on August 27th, 2016 that resulted in the matter of Constable Jarrott Forsyth coming before the courts... fb.me/uUdgPImB
  
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• Statement from Chief Keetch #Sault #Police #SaultNews #TheSoo - news.ssmps.ca/EN/News/index.…

  29-08-2017 18:17 via twitter.com
  Statement from Chief Keetch #Sault #Police #SaultNews #TheSoo - news.ssmps.ca/EN/News/index.…
  
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• CASEY, Phillip Joseph

  29-08-2017 18:08
  In loving memory of Phillip Joseph Casey who passed away peacefully at the age of 84 on Monday, August 28, 2017 at Golden Birches Terrace, Blind River.  Beloved husband to Lizabeth (predeceased).  Loving father to Margaret-Rose Negrych (Jeffrey) and Maureen Casey (Jeremy Bobiwash).  Adored Poppa to Erica and Bauer, Kayla, Hunter and Maeson. Born in […]
  
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• Tropical storm Harvey highlights importance of preparedness - City of Sault Ste. Marie saultstemarie.ca/Newsroom/Augus…

  29-08-2017 17:50 via twitter.com
  Tropical storm Harvey highlights importance of preparedness - City of Sault Ste. Marie saultstemarie.ca/Newsroom/Augus…
  
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• Kidney Walk events hope to raise $750,000

  29-08-2017 17:39 via saultstar.com
  
  The annual Kidney Walk will take place in September.
  
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• Labour Day Schedule for City Facilities saultstemarie.ca/Newsroom/Augus… https://t.co/7xBN2hHF5x

  29-08-2017 17:25 via twitter.com
  
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• Municipal Services Engineer - Apply now! More info: saultstemarie.ca/jobs #saultjobs https://t.co/7215gssEWN

  29-08-2017 17:24 via twitter.com
  
  Municipal Services Engineer - Apply now! More info: saultstemarie.ca/jobs#saultjobs https://t.co/7215gssEWN
  
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• Canteen Attendant - Apply now! More info: saultstemarie.ca/jobs #saultjobs https://t.co/82oPMDnygJ

  29-08-2017 17:24 via twitter.com
  
  Canteen Attendant - Apply now! More info: saultstemarie.ca/jobs#saultjobs https://t.co/82oPMDnygJ
  
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• ST. JACQUES, Rene

  29-08-2017 17:18
  The family of Rene St. Jacques sadly announce his death on August 27, 2017 at the age of 87 years after long suffering with diabetes and dementia. Rene served as an RCAF mechanic on jets for 5 years, then moving to Sault Ste. Marie when married to work as a mechanic on cars and heavy-duty […]
  
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• Chess Nights start September

  29-08-2017 16:50 via saultstar.com
  
  The Centennial Library is bringingback Chess Nights. The weekly chessclub event will run every Tuesdaybeginning Sept. 12, 2017 from 6 – 8:30p.m. In the Adult Area of the library.The even runs until spring of nextyear.
  
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• Genealogy workshops at library on Sept. 23

  29-08-2017 16:32 via saultstar.com
  
  The Centennial Library will hold free Genealogy workshops on Saturday, Sept.23, 2017, with speakers from the Ontario Genealogical Society. Topics include Ancestry DNA, Family Search, Ancestry Help, and more. There will be lunch served. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  
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• Forsyth guilty of assault

  29-08-2017 16:24 via saultstar.com
  
  Const. Jarrott Forsyth is guilty ofassaulting the girlfriend of a fellowSault Ste. Marie police serviceofficer. Ontario Court of JusticeJudge Richard Humphrey announced hisdecision via video conference fromSudbury on Tuesday morning. Humphreyalso found Forsyth not guilty ofassaulting Const. Melanie Roach at herManitou park home on Aug. 27,
  
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• Tropical storm Harvey highlights importance of preparedness

  29-08-2017 16:12
  The current heavy rain and flooding along the Texas Gulf Coast from Tropical Storm Harvey is a poignant reminder of the importance of emergency preparedness. Although hurricanes and tropical storms are not a high risk for the area, Sault Ste. Marie is not immune to emergencies. Emergencies can happen anywhere, anytime. Being prepared ahead of […]
  
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• MILANO, Raffielina (Maria)

  29-08-2017 15:58
  It is with broken hearts and great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother Raffielina in her 97th year at the Sault Area Hospital on Saturday, August 26, 2017 with her children by her side. The Good Lord gently placed his arms around her and released her beautiful soul from her very tired […]
  
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• BURT, Timothy Shane

  29-08-2017 15:47
  Peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital with his family by his side on Friday August 25th, 2017 at the age of 59. Beloved partner of Chrissy Lacrosse. Loving father of Melissa (Rob), Calvin, Keanna, and Madison. Stepfather of Jersey. Proud grandfather of Hannah. Dear brother of Heather (Tom) Deevey, Trudy (late Max) DeRosario, William (Elena), […]
  
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• LEMAY, Jean Guy

  29-08-2017 15:46
  Unexpectedly at the Sault Area Hospital on August 25, 2017, Jean Guy in his 83rd year. Loving husband of Jody Lemay. Jean Guy will be remembered by his children Chantale Dupuis and Patrick Dupuis. Predeceased by his parents Joseph and Florida and many siblings. He is survived by Rita, Paul and Giselle Lemay. Uncle to […]
  
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• Korah Branch Library holds teen events in September

  29-08-2017 15:38 via saultstar.com
  
  The Korah Branch Library will host multiple events every Thursday in September as part of its teen program, starting with the “Back to School Bash” event on Sept. 7 – which provides a sneak peek on what the program has to offer.
  
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• Pumpkin festival returns

  29-08-2017 14:10 via saultstar.com
  
  Roberta Bondar Pavilion hosts Sault Ste. Marie Public Library's fifth annual pumpkin festival on Sept. 30.
  
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• Credit cards taken

  29-08-2017 14:07 via saultstar.com
  
  Two credit cards were taken from a vehicle in the 100 block of Lamming Avenue on Aug. 22.
  
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• MDOT talks Michigan Sault project

  29-08-2017 14:05 via saultstar.com
  A planned I-75 business spur reconstruction and roundabout project in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., will be discussed at an upcoming meeting.
  
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• The McCartney Years returns

  29-08-2017 14:01 via saultstar.com
  
  The McCartney Years is returning to Sault Ste. Marie for an encore presentation.
  
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• Feds roll out student placement funds

  29-08-2017 13:56
  OTTAWA – The federal government is rolling out millions in new spending to help thousands of students heading back to campus find work placements during their studies. The Liberals had promised to spend $73 million over four years on provided work-integrated learning opportunities with the money supposed to start flowing a year ago. The spending […]
  
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• Legal marijuana must be competitive: Blair

  29-08-2017 13:24
  MONTREAL – There is an overwhelming national consensus that legal marijuana must be priced, taxed and made available competitively with the black market, the man tasked with leading the drug’s legalization in Canada said Monday. All the provinces agree more needs to be done to better protect children and to take away revenues from organized […]
  
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• Labour Day Weekend Already!! The Schedule for City Facilities

  29-08-2017 12:33
  The City of Sault Ste. Marie reminds residents of schedule changes for the Labour Day statutory holiday. The following facilities and services are closed Monday, September 4: Cemetery office Centennial Public Library and Korah Branch Library City Landfill site and Household Hazardous Waste Depot Civic Centre Essar Centre arena, office and Box Office John Rhodes […]
  
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• Gas leak - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  29-08-2017 07:03 via sooeveningnews.com
  Gas leak
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  Members of the Sault Ste. Marie Fire Department were called to a gas leak at the JKL Bahweting School on Marquette Avenue Monday morning. Reports indicate a two-inch plastic line was accidentally severed by excavation equipment. DTE Energy ...
  
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• More to spend:

  29-08-2017 04:58 via saultthisweek.com
  As the Ontario Liberal government is set to increase the province’s minimum wage to $14 an hour this coming January, and ultimately $15 an hour a year later, voices sharing opposing opinions are speaking their minds about what it might mean for the average Ontarian.
  
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• 17th Sylvan Circle arts and crafts tour brings wide choice

  29-08-2017 04:26 via saultthisweek.com
  A total of 58 exhibitors will participate in this year’s Sylvan Circle Artist and Artisan Tour.
  
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• Miner Thrown, Killed by Vehicle, Company Fined $200,000 in Death

  29-08-2017 01:55
  SUDBURY, ON – Glencore Canada Corporation, owner-operator of the Nickel Rim South Mine, pleaded guilty and has been fined $200,000 in the death of a worker who was run over by a vehicle. The incident took place on October 20, 2015, at Glencore’s base metal mine near Sudbury, which produces nickel and copper ore. A […]
  
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• Looking For The Great Pumpkin!

  29-08-2017 01:46
  How Did Your Pumpkin Grow?  The Fifth Annual Pumpkin Festival sponsored by Rector Machine Works will take place on Saturday, September 30th at the Roberta Bondar Pavilion from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.  The Sault Ste. Marie Public Library will also be partnering with The Algoma Farmer’s Market and the City of Sault Ste. Marie […]
  
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