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• Checker owner jailed

  24-10-2017 23:21 via saultstar.com
  
  A Sault Ste. Marie taxi company owner was sentenced to jail Tuesday for failing to comply with orders to pay wages.Hugh Irwin, who owned the now-defunct Checker Cab, failed to pay wages after being ordered to do so by a Ministry of Labour employment standards officer. There were 63 orders to pay, owed to more than 30 claimants, totalling $74,854.Ir
  
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• Child porn involved high school students: police

  24-10-2017 22:50 via saultstar.com
  
  Four young males face charges relating to child pornography.Beginning in June, officers with the Investigation Services Division and Technological Crime Unit of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service, along with high school liaison officers, began an investigation into the “exploitation of young persons” via the internet, police say. The investigation
  
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• Hospital screening more infants whose mothers may have been on methadone, opioids during pregnancy

  24-10-2017 22:31 via saultstar.com
  
  Sault Area Hospital is neither seeing nor treating an increased number of babies with neonatal abstinence syndrome, the facility says.However, the hospital is screening more infants whose mothers may have been on methadone or opioids during their pregnancy, says Brandy Sharp Young, SAH manager of communications and volunteer resources.“Should the i
  
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• River Road resident retrieves dock early after fearing it would float away due to Tuesday’s high winds, water levels

  24-10-2017 22:25 via saultstar.com
  
  Rob Frech wound up getting a wee wet Tuesday. He and a few friends found themselves waist high in water fronting his River Road home, bringing in the dock before it broke loose.High water, coupled with considerable wind and waves, proved a challenge.“(The dock) was all coming apart on its own, so we just dragged it on to the lawn,” Frech told the S
  
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• On October 20th, 2017 Officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested... fb.me/1pAPZcneS

  24-10-2017 21:49 via twitter.com
  On October 20th, 2017 Officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested... fb.me/1pAPZcneS
  
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• 4 Males arrested for Child Pornography #Sault #Police #SaultNews #TheSoo - news.ssmps.ca/EN/News/index.…

  24-10-2017 21:49 via twitter.com
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• 2 Arrested for Break and Enter #Sault #Police #SaultNews #TheSoo - news.ssmps.ca/EN/News/index.…

  24-10-2017 21:49 via twitter.com
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• On October 23rd, 2017 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested... fb.me/EANjBNgC

  24-10-2017 21:34 via twitter.com
  On October 23rd, 2017 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested... fb.me/EANjBNgC
  
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• Officers with the Investigation Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service are seeking the public’s... fb.me/1lapv7Hca

  24-10-2017 21:34 via twitter.com
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• Male Arrested for Child Pornography

  24-10-2017 21:19
  In December 2016, members of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Services Technological Crimes Unit initiated an investigation into the distribution of child pornography on the internet. On several occasions between December 2016 and August 2017, a suspect computer was identified as making child abuse images available to others on the internet. In September 2017, a […]
  
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• Council wants to ensure Tourism SSM has the money it needs to attract visitors

  24-10-2017 21:15 via saultstar.com
  
  A common tourism industry practice is expected to become part of Ontario’s legislation in the new year and tourism experts hope that the city will agree to ensure it gets the revenue its currently collecting to market the community.
  
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• Child pornography charges laid

  24-10-2017 21:07 via saultstar.com
  
  An eight-month investigation into the distribution of child pornography on the internet has resulted in charges against a Goulais River man.
  
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• Male Arrested for Child Pornography #Sault #Police #SaultNews #TheSoo - news.ssmps.ca/EN/News/index.…

  24-10-2017 20:34 via twitter.com
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• In December 2016, members of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Services Technological Crimes Unit initiated an... fb.me/zaLNQ8J5

  24-10-2017 20:34 via twitter.com
  In December 2016, members of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Services Technological Crimes Unit initiated an... fb.me/zaLNQ8J5
  
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• Judge acquits Ontario Liberals in Election Act bribery case

  24-10-2017 20:21
  SUDBURY, Ont. — A judge has acquitted two Ontario Liberals of Election Act bribery charges. Judge Howard Borenstein granted a directed verdict application from the defence that called for the charges to be dismissed before the defence called any witnesses. That means the case against Pat Sorbara, who was Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne’s deputy chief […]
  
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• Wind and high water notice - Be cautious with the extremely high wind and water levels along the St. Mary's River.… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  24-10-2017 20:14 via twitter.com
  Wind and high water notice - Be cautious with the extremely high wind and water levels along the St. Mary's River.… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Sheehan pushes to keep on top of steel industry

  24-10-2017 19:37 via saultstar.com
  
  While the federal government has made inroads to modernize trade legislation to protect the steel industry, Sault MP Terry Sheehan is asking for more.
  
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• HAMOR, Beatrice Dolleena Ellen “Triece” (nee Donaghue)

  24-10-2017 19:21
  Passed away with family by her side on October 22, 2017 in her 84th year. Beatrice, beloved wife of the late John Hamor. Loving mother of Brad Clayton (Leslie), Joanne Clayton (Bob Lagace), Vince Clayton (Sharon) and Lisa Clayton (Darrin Fry). Proud grandmother of Myles (Wanda), Mario (Jennifer), Drewin (Andrea), Sergio (Andrea), Blair (Cassandra), Cory […]
  
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• Not a Good Hair Day

  24-10-2017 19:15
  The City of Sault Ste. Marie’s Public Works and Engineering department would like to advise residents to be cautious with the extremely high wind and water levels along the St. Mary’s River. A strong easterly wind combined with continuous rainfall has caused water levels to significantly rise in the St. Mary’s River forcing the closure […]
  
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• It's time to prepare for winter saultstemarie.ca/Newsroom/Octob… https://t.co/EYeF0NQZjx

  24-10-2017 18:13 via twitter.com
  
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• Algoma U Signs Partnership Agreement with Dali University

  24-10-2017 16:59
  Students studying computer science at Dali University in the People’s Republic of China can now finish their degree at Algoma University in as little as one year. Recently, Algoma University and Dali University in Dali, Yunnan Province, China signed a formal agreement allowing Dali University computer science students the opportunity to earn their Bachelor of […]
  
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• Missing Hikers Located

  24-10-2017 16:56
  On October 21st, 2017 officers with the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service, Ontario Provincial Police and volunteers from Sault Search and Rescue responded to the hiking trails near Hiawatha Highlands regarding multiple lost hikers. Just after 6:00 p.m. officers received calls from multiple groups of hikers that had become lost while navigating the trials.  After […]
  
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• On October 21st, 2017 officers with the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service, Ontario Provincial Police and volunteers... fb.me/zAly2jL8

  24-10-2017 16:49 via twitter.com
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• Missing Hikers Located #Sault #Police #SaultNews #TheSoo - news.ssmps.ca/EN/News/index.…

  24-10-2017 16:49 via twitter.com
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• Why is Algoma District Plagued By Cancer?

  24-10-2017 16:36
  A comprehensive cancer report, released two years ago by the Algoma Public Health, showed that the mortality rates and incidents of cancer were more predominant in the Algoma region as compared to the province, or even the country, but the articles that came out about the report did not search for answers as to why […]
  
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• Winter parking ban on the horizon

  24-10-2017 16:20 via saultstar.com
  
  The city’s public works department is prepping for winter.
  
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• Retail jobs put at risk by self-service technology, experts say

  24-10-2017 16:19
  VANCOUVER — Retailers are racing to adopt new technologies, like the self-scanner Walmart has rolled out in 22 Canadian stores, to stay competitive in a challenging industry. But experts say the trend toward automation threatens more jobs in a sector that is already slashing head counts. Walmart expanded technology that allows shoppers to choose to […]
  
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• Our #mayorforaday contest winner was hard at work yesterday at City Hall. Thank you Keira you did an amazing job! https://t.co/PKOcKO0r5B

  24-10-2017 16:19 via twitter.com
  
  Our #mayorforaday contest winner was hard at work yesterday at City Hall. Thank you Keira you did an amazing job! https://t.co/PKOcKO0r5B
  
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• Ontario Launches New Program to Help Reduce Electricity Costs

  24-10-2017 16:13
  Affordability Fund Will Support Energy Efficient Home Upgrades Ontario is launching a new program to help people improve the energy efficiency of their homes, while reducing their electricity bills and carbon footprints. Glenn Thibeault, Minister of Energy, was joined by Ted McMeekin, MPP for Ancaster–Dundas–Flamborough–Westdale in Hamilton today to launch the Affordability Fund. Part of […]
  
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• On Camera: Theft of Donation Boxes From The Husky

  24-10-2017 16:07
  Crime Stoppers and the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect caught on camera stealing donation boxes. On the 15th of October at approximately 10:40 pm two males entered the Husky located at 1275 Trunk Road. The one male suspect standing at the cash counter took the […]
  
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• New Ridings Created In Northern Ontario

  24-10-2017 15:50
  Today, Ontario passed the Representation Statute Law Amendment Act to improve representation for those living in the province’s northernmost communities. The legislation will result in a total of four ridings in Northern Ontario, where previously there were two. They include Kiiwetinoong, Mushkegowuk-James Bay, Timmins, and Kenora-Rainy River. Ontario will be consulting with affected communities to […]
  
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• Thunderbirds host “Pink In The Rink” night Saturday

  24-10-2017 15:34
  The Soo Thunderbirds will be hosting their “Pink In The Rink” night on Saturday, October 28th in their home game against the Hearst Lumberjacks at 7:30 p.m. from the John Rhodes Community Centre. The team will be wearing pink jerseys that game to help support Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the jerseys will be auctioned […]
  
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• It’s time to prepare for winter

  24-10-2017 15:26
  As residents prepare for winter, the Public Works and Engineering department would like to provide the following reminders: Staff are currently sweeping and cleaning basins and storm drains in preparation for the flow of water during the winter months. The public is asked to manage leaves as they may cause drains to plug, resulting in […]
  
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• Judge expected to rule today on application to toss case against 2 Ont. Liberals

  24-10-2017 14:03
  SUDBURY, Ont. — A judge is expected to rule today on an application for a directed verdict in the trial of two Ontario Liberals facing bribery charges under the Election Act. Lawyers for Pat Sorbara, who was Premier Kathleen Wynne’s deputy chief of staff and Liberal campaign director, and local Liberal fundraiser Gerry Lougheed argued […]
  
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• Sault OPP Sergeant Wins Award

  24-10-2017 13:52
  Staff Sergeant  Michael Maville SSM OPP received his award in Philadelphia yesterday from the IACP.  Chris Lewis was a guest speaker who will be here on November 2nd for his Leadership talk sponsored by AWIL. The IACP’s 40 Under 40 Award was developed to recognize 40 law enforcement professionals under the age of 40 from […]
  
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• Delta to support hospital patients by adopting blood donor clinic

  24-10-2017 12:55
  Delta Sault Ste Marie Waterfront has partnered with Canadian Blood Services to assist in ensuring lifesaving blood products are available to hospital patients in need. As part of their dedication to their community, Delta Sault Ste Marie Waterfront has generously adopted the November 13, 14 & 15 blood donor clinic and committed to recruit new […]
  
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• Good morning, Sault Ste. Marie! Oct 24, 2017 6:00 ... - SooToday.com - SooToday.com (blog)

  24-10-2017 12:05 via sootoday.com
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  SooToday meteorologist Jerry Shields says the weather today will be cooler with temperatures near 10C. Rain and showers will be accompanied by gusty ...and more »
  
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• Local scientist stars in 'Into the Fire'

  24-10-2017 06:11 via saultthisweek.com
  
  A local scientist will be featured in an upcoming documentary on forest fires, to be aired on CBC’s The Nature of Things.
  
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• School takes spent batteries to raise funds

  24-10-2017 06:09 via saultthisweek.com
  Grand View Public School aims for the top in this year’s Ontario Schools Battery Recycling Challenge, an effort to teach and promote proper household battery storage and recycling.
  
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• The Kitchen does more than feed the hungry

  24-10-2017 06:07 via saultthisweek.com
  The city responded wonderfully last month to the Soup Kitchen Community Centre’s challenge to help stock the kitchen’s shelves.
  
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• Man fined for singing ’90s dance tune in car says he’ll contest ticket

  24-10-2017 03:30
  A Montreal man’s decision to let loose and belt out a 1990s dance hit while inside his car has landed him a $149 ticket for being too loud in public. But Taoufik Moalla said Monday he’ll fight the ticket and denies his singing was as deafening as authorities claim. “Do you think that inside my […]
  
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• Monday, October 23

  24-10-2017 01:31
  Highlights from the news file for Monday, Oct. 23 FEDS TO SHOW SMALLER DEFICIT IN UPDATED FISCAL OUTLOOK: The Trudeau government will release fresh projections Tuesday that predict smaller-than-anticipated deficits over the next several years – but the Liberals are not expected to provide a timeline to bring the books back to balance. After the […]
  
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• There's an app for that!

  24-10-2017 00:58 via saultstar.com
  
  There's an app for that.
  
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• Aviva application making a splash!

  24-10-2017 00:49 via saultstar.com
  
  Pauline's Place will be the official 'applicant' seeking $150,000 from the Ontario Trillium Foundation to support the development of a Bellevue Park splash pad.
  
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• Thessalon First Nation Boundary Claim

  24-10-2017 00:41
  The Municipality of Huron Shores has received the following from the Ontario Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation with respect to the Thessalon First Nation Boundary Claim, advising that it is available for public circulation. Thessalon First Nation Thessalon First Nation is located on the north shore of Lake Huron, 100 kilometers east of Sault […]
  
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• Dissolve LSB? Dennis Township (Red Rock, Pebble Beach) Vote Results are in

  24-10-2017 00:40
  Today the residents of Dennis Township South (Red Rock, Pebble Beach) voted on the Dissolution of the Local Services Board. (LSB) 131 votes were submitted in total. Final results To Dissolve LSB – 89 To Maintain LSB – 41 Spoiled ballot – 1 The Board would like to thank all those that participated in the […]
  
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• Yard waste collection back on the budget table

  24-10-2017 00:38 via saultstar.com
  
  Reinstating leaf and yard waste for the summer months will cost taxpayers $60,000.
  
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• Keira Berlingieri’s Mayor for a Day submission recognized the importance of a ‘familial component to our community’

  24-10-2017 00:21 via saultstar.com
  
  Keira Berlingieri may only be 10, but she has her mayoral platform ready for the future.The Grade 5 student at St. Basil Catholic School won this year's Mayor for a Day contest and, as the winner, officially opened Monday's council meeting.Her essay and video told the story about why Sault Ste. Marie was important to her and what she would do to ma
  
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