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• Contest: Win a Gal Pal weekend in Sault Ste. Marie, courtesy of Algoma Fall Festival! - Tbnewswatch.com

  13-09-2017 21:44
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  Contest: Win a Gal Pal weekend in Sault Ste. Marie, courtesy of Algoma Fall Festival!
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  Our friends at the Algoma Fall Festival want to give someone the ultimate Gal Pal weekend experience! 0. 6 minutes ago by: Village Media. share_village_contests_1200x628. Gal Pal weekend package includes: Return airfare for 2 from anywhere Porter ...and more »
  
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• NOCIOLI, Tina (Orazietti)

  13-09-2017 21:30
  Peacefully at Extendicare Maple View on Saturday, September 9, 2017 at the age of 98. Beloved wife of the late Romeo.  Dear mother of Judy Barbeau (Bob) and the late David Nocioli (Darlene).  Special nonna of Jeff and Darren and great nonna of Siara and Caden. Sister of the late Primo Orazietti (late Alice), late […]
  
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• TARASUK, Mary

  13-09-2017 20:50
  Passed away peacefully on Tuesday Sept. 12, 2017 at the F. J. Davey Home at the age of 89. Mary is now reunited with her beloved husband Steve and her dearly loved son Dr. Dennis Tarasuk.  Loving mother of Irene DeLuca (Ken), Vickie Zuke (Michael), and Steve Tarasuk (Anna).  Cherished Baba of Trista (Matt), Terry, […]
  
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• You can win $500 at Algoma U’s Acoustic Open Mic Night

  13-09-2017 20:33
  As part of Algoma University’s 2017 Homecoming celebrations, the University will be hosting an Acoustic Open Mic Night on Friday, September 29th from 8:30pm – 12:00 midnight in the Speakeasy with a chance to win great cash prizes. The Algoma University Alumni Council encourages all community musicians to attend and perform at the Acoustic Open […]
  
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• FedNor dishes out cash for IC programs

  13-09-2017 20:21 via saultstar.com
  
  It was about six years ago when MarkLewis came up with the idea ofcreating a digital platform that wouldhelp the health care sector andmanufacturers train their employeesonline but simulate the workplaceenvironment.
  
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• Only testing can detect deadly substance; officials warn potentially fatal fentanyl analogue may be in heroin, cocaine and fentanyl, used in community

  13-09-2017 19:24 via saultstar.com
  
  Detecting cyclopropyl fentanyl with the naked eye — or nose — is a no-go, says Algoma Public Health.The matter must go under the microscope, says APH associate medical officer of health Dr. Jennifer Loo.“Really, there’s no way for a user to distinguish, whether looking at it, tasting it, smelling it … what’s in there,” Loo told The Sault Star.Offic
  
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• Contest: Win a Gal Pal weekend in Sault Ste. Marie, courtesy of Algoma Fall Festival! - GuelphToday

  13-09-2017 18:55
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  Contest: Win a Gal Pal weekend in Sault Ste. Marie, courtesy of Algoma Fall Festival!
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  Our friends at the Algoma Fall Festival want to give someone the ultimate Gal Pal weekend experience! 0. 12 minutes ago by: Village Media. share_village_contests_1200x628. Gal Pal weekend package includes: Return airfare for 2 from anywhere Porter ...and more »
  
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• PERISTERIDIS, Kyriakos “Garry”

  13-09-2017 18:40
  Passed away peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital with family by his side on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at the age of 82. Loving husband of Mary for 49 years.  Proud father of Tim (Betty) and John (Doris).  Cherished Papou of Theo, Keith, Phillip, Niro, Kyriako and Zoe. Brother of Evangelia, the late John and […]
  
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• GOUGH, William (Bill)

  13-09-2017 18:35
  Peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital on Sunday September 10, 2017 Bill Gough in his 82nd year. Loving husband of the late Arlene. Proud father of Mark.  Predeceased by his parents William and Mary Gough. Brother to Bob (Audrey), the late Jimmy and Nancy Happl (late John). Brother-in-law of Beverley Cudlipp (late Reg), their sons […]
  
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• Collision at intersection of Strand and Wilson

  13-09-2017 18:31
  The Sault Ste. Marie Fire Services and Police Service responded to a call yesterday at approximately 4:40 p.m. regarding a collision involving a pickup truck and a SUV. A black Ford Escape entered the intersection travelling northbound at which time a red Dodge pickup truck travelling westbound collided with the SUV resulting in significant damage […]
  
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• MacDonald focuses on finances, family - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  13-09-2017 18:00
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  MacDonald focuses on finances, family
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  The Sault Ste. Marie native and Lake Superior State University graduate held a degree in forensic chemistry. But when a local Edward Jones agent presented him with the chance to become a financial advisor and run his own office, he decided his math ...
  
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• Great Lakes Forestry Centre opens doors

  13-09-2017 17:27 via saultstar.com
  
  Great Lakes Forestry Centre welcomes the public to an open house on Sept. 23.
  
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• How about that! #SmileCookies... fb.me/13AwhOKLx

  13-09-2017 17:13 via twitter.com
  How about that! #SmileCookies... fb.me/13AwhOKLx
  
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• Robbery suspect arrested

  13-09-2017 16:54 via saultstar.com
  
  A man is accused of robbing two Sault Ste. Marie businesses with a knife.
  
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• Dovigi helped feed hungry

  13-09-2017 16:33 via saultstar.com
  
  Angelo Dovigi did a little bit extra when he volunteered at Soup Kitchen Community Centre.
  
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• On September 12th, 2017 officers with the Sault Ste. Marie Police’s Break and Enter Unit arrested 27 year... fb.me/3UyjCWITl

  13-09-2017 16:18 via twitter.com
  On September 12th, 2017 officers with the Sault Ste. Marie Police’s Break and Enter Unit arrested 27 year... fb.me/3UyjCWITl
  
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• Man faces possession charge

  13-09-2017 16:10 via saultstar.com
  A small amount of marijuana was found when police stopped a vehicle in Nimitz Township on Monday.
  
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• [REMINDER] The Hub Trail portion in front of the @BushplaneCentre will be closed September 16-17 from 9 am to 5 pm for #BushplaneDays

  13-09-2017 15:40 via twitter.com
  [REMINDER] The Hub Trail portion in front of the @BushplaneCentre will be closed September 16-17 from 9 am to 5 pm for #BushplaneDays
  
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• Do you use an indoor ice surface? Are ice surfaces in high demand? Do we need more? Take our SURVEY today!… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  13-09-2017 15:33 via twitter.com
  Do you use an indoor ice surface? Are ice surfaces in high demand? Do we need more? Take our SURVEY today!… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Ballet auditions held in November

  13-09-2017 15:22 via saultstar.com
  
  Sault Ste. Marie is one of 18 stops for Canada's National Ballet School auditions this fall and winter.
  
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• Bridge traffic slide eases

  13-09-2017 15:18 via saultstar.com
  
  August saw the third smallest decline in International Bridge traffic in nearly four years.
  
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• Join us tonight for our first budget input session at the Northern Community Centre from 5-6 pm. Be a part of the conversation! #saultbudget

  13-09-2017 15:17 via twitter.com
  Join us tonight for our first budget input session at the Northern Community Centre from 5-6 pm. Be a part of the conversation! #saultbudget
  
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• Brookfied Renewable helps CMHA

  13-09-2017 15:15 via saultstar.com
  
  Brookfied Renewable is donating $35,000 to help Canadian Mental Health Association.
  
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• Ontario donating $150k to Irma relief

  13-09-2017 15:01
  TORONTO – The Ontario government is contributing $150,000 to the Canadian Red Cross to help people in the Caribbean recovering from hurricane Irma. Premier Kathleen Wynne says in a statement that Irma and its consequences are “a worst nightmare come true” for millions of people. Wynne also says she has sent a letter to Florida […]
  
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• Aerospace battle escalates as U.K. involved

  13-09-2017 14:55
  OTTAWA – New details are emerging about the high-level, backroom wrangling around Boeing Co.’s dispute with Bombardier, which is quickly becoming an international dog fight. The Trudeau government revealed Tuesday that it held secret talks with Boeing in hopes of convincing the U.S. aerospace giant to drop its case against Bombardier at the U.S. Commerce […]
  
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• NAFTA: Top U.S. lawmakers express optimism

  13-09-2017 14:45
  WASHINGTON – Top U.S. lawmakers tasked with an oversight role in the NAFTA negotiations are expressing confidence in the state of the discussions, downplaying talk of a halting start to the process. The two highest-ranking members of the U.S. Senate finance committee legally designated with monitoring the negotiations have brushed aside reports of early bumps. […]
  
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• Canada’s privacy office tackles Equifax hack

  13-09-2017 14:41
  OTTAWA – Canada’s Privacy Commissioner office says it has prioritized an examination into the massive Equifax data hack to ensure that Canadians are protected against future risks. In a posting on its website, it says it plans to work with data protection authorities in Canada and elsewhere to find out what went wrong. It says […]
  
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• Mild, dry fall in store for most of Canada: Weather Network

  13-09-2017 14:26
  One of Canada’s most high-profile forecasters is projecting comparatively mild temperatures and dry conditions for much of Canada this coming fall. The Weather Network says temperatures are expected to be near or above seasonal norms from coast to coast, with only momentary flashes of prospective winter conditions. Chief Meteorologist Chris Scott says the outlook is […]
  
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• Give us more time before legal pot: police

  13-09-2017 14:11
  OTTAWA – Canada’s police services say there is zero chance they will be ready to enforce new laws for legalized pot by next summer. That was the main message delivered to MPs on the House of Commons health committee Tuesday which is meeting this week to study federal legislation to legalize marijuana. Officials from the […]
  
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• Algoma Central welcomes new carrier

  13-09-2017 14:11 via saultstar.com
  
  Algoma Central Corp. is welcoming a new self-unloading lake bulk carrier to its fleet.
  
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• More shortfalls despite hot economy: feds

  13-09-2017 14:05
  OTTAWA – Federal Finance Minister Bill Morneau suggests he has no plans to provide a timetable for returning Ottawa’s books to balance — even with a scorching economy. Morneau credited the strong economic performance to the Trudeau government’s strategy to run deficits, which helped it finance measures such as lower income-tax rates for middle earners […]
  
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• Super Hornets could cost US$5.23B: State Dept

  13-09-2017 14:00
  OTTAWA – The U.S. State Department has told Congress that it doesn’t have any concerns about the possible sale of 18 Super Hornet fighter jets to Canada, which it estimates will cost around US$5.23 billion. The price tag includes weapons, spare parts, training, software and other costs associated with putting the jets into service, but […]
  
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• Ontario premier to testify in bribery trial today

  13-09-2017 13:49
  SUDBURY, Ont. – Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne is to testify today in a bribery trial involving a former top adviser and a Liberal fundraiser. Pat Sorbara, Wynne’s former deputy chief of staff and Liberal campaign director, and Gerry Lougheed, a local Liberal organizer, are charged under the Election Act. Both have pleaded not guilty at […]
  
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• Morning News Break for today, September 13th

  13-09-2017 13:42
  MORE CENSUS DATA OUT TODAY Statistics Canada will offer a detailed look today at the size of the gap between the country’s top income earners and those toiling at the bottom — a chasm that appears to be narrowing but remains far too wide for many to easily cross. The income data, collected as part […]
  
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• Celebrate the UP Event Will Be This Saturday in Sault Ste. Marie - St. Ignace News (subscription)

  13-09-2017 00:14
  Celebrate the UP Event Will Be This Saturday in Sault Ste. Marie
  St. Ignace News (subscription)
  Celebrate the UP Sault Sainte Marie, co-sponsored by the Upper Peninsula Environmental Coalition (UPEC) and The Three Lakes Group of the Michigan Chapter of the Sierra Club (TLG), will be held Saturday, September 16, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Lake ...
  
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