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• WEEKENDER: Holiday gifts & craft shows, Christmas concerts, Sensitive Santa and more…

  01-12-2017 23:52
  There are many great events taking place around town Saturday and Sunday, and we want to make sure you don’t miss out on anything! Mill Market Holiday Gifts and Crafts Market 10am to Noon Find out more Click Here ********************* Pathways Retirement Home Annual Christmas Tea and Bazaar 2 to 4pm Find out more info […]
  
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• Gregg Zaun’s flameout follows Sportsnet career filled with controversy

  01-12-2017 23:30
  TORONTO — The sudden flameout of Sportsnet broadcaster Gregg Zaun caps a controversy-laced career for one of television’s most outlandish personalities. Zaun was anything but subtle in his colourful stint as an MLB analyst, a platform he used to regularly criticize the Toronto Blue Jays — most recently calling out ace Marcus Stroman and retired catcher […]
  
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• Multiple charges

  01-12-2017 23:21 via saultstar.com
  
  A Sault Ste. Marie man, 53 was arrested Thursday and faces a host of charges relating to a domestic violence investigation.Police say the accused engaged in a verbal argument with this girlfriend. The argument escalated and the accused assaulted the victim by poking her in the chest with a fork and then grabbed her by the throat. During the assault
  
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• Algoma groups look back at Amazing Race participation

  01-12-2017 23:13 via saultstar.com
  
  It was an amazing year for Denise and Robert Martel, of Meadowview Alpaca Farm, and Michael Odom, program co-ordinator with Entomica. After they signed the confidentiality agreement to provide critters for a TV show, “We didn’t know what the TV show was. We didn’t know what we would be doing. We only knew we weren’t allowed to discuss it with anyon
  
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• Watermain break to close Kerr Drive

  01-12-2017 22:33
  The PUC would like to advise the public of a traffic restriction on Kerr Drive. This traffic restriction is in place to facilitate the repair of a broken watermain. PUC crews have been dispatched and are working to repair the break. During the repair process, the section of Kerr Drive in-between Queen Street East and […]
  
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• Watermain break closes Kerr Drive

  01-12-2017 22:33
  The PUC would like to advise the public of a traffic restriction on Kerr Drive. This traffic restriction is in place to facilitate the repair of a broken watermain. PUC crews have been dispatched and are working to repair the break. During the repair process, the section of Kerr Drive in-between Queen Street East and […]
  
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• Water main break closes road

  01-12-2017 22:33 via saultstar.com
  
  SAULT STE. MARIE, ON (1 December 2017) – The PUC would like to advise the public of a traffic restriction on Kerr Drive. This traffic restriction is in place to facilitate the repair of a broken watermain. PUC crews have been dispatched and are working to repair the break.
  
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• Help the OPP stuff those cruisers for the soup kitchen today at Rome’s

  01-12-2017 22:23
  SAULT STE. MARIE OPP STUFF-A-CRUISER EVENT AT ROME’S Let’s Fill Those Cruisers! The Sault Ste. Marie Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Auxiliary Unit will be conducting a Stuff-A-Cruiser event at Rome’s Independent Grocer this Saturday, December 2, 2017. The event is being held to meet the needs of the Sault Ste. Marie Soup Kitchen over the […]
  
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• City News with Ben MacDonald - Episode 2 youtu.be/IpqjzCWTAWg via @YouTube

  01-12-2017 21:15 via twitter.com
  City News with Ben MacDonald - Episode 2 youtu.be/IpqjzCWTAWg via @YouTube
  
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• Crime Stoppers is hiring for a one year paid internship. Interested?

  01-12-2017 21:05
  Crime Stoppers has a job posting up that might be of interest to you or someone you know.  The deadline for applying is December 15th. FUNDRAISING COORDINATOR INTERN (1-YEAR INTERNSHIP) Fundraising Coordinator Intern, $15.00/hour/ 30 hours a week Minimal  Qualifications: University or college graduate who has graduated within the last three years from an accredited […]
  
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• Romano pushes to educate public on ferrochrome

  01-12-2017 20:52 via saultstar.com
  
  MPP Ross Romano says he will unveil a plan to educate the community on what a ferrochrome processing plant will mean to Sault Ste. Marie in the new year.
  
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• New East End and West End Billboards are up!!! Don’t forget to test your smoke alarms this month! #saultlearnsfire… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  01-12-2017 20:49 via twitter.com
  New East End and West End Billboards are up!!! Don’t forget to test your smoke alarms this month! #saultlearnsfire… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Untweaked budget shows 2.02 per cent increase

  01-12-2017 20:16 via saultstar.com
  
  City staff has been able to keep their 2018 budgets slim with only a 1.03 per cent increase to its approximate $112.2 million budget.
  
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• FAMILY LIFE: Plenty of Family Fun in December!

  01-12-2017 20:09
  FAMILY LIFE is a convenient listing of Family Friendly and Fun events filtered directly from the Community Events Calendar. There are loads of upcoming children, youth and family events happening throughout the year with new ones added pretty much on a daily basis. Don’t forget to check back here frequently to keep up to date […]
  
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• Judge says Canadian’s lawsuit against Weinstein considered served

  01-12-2017 20:00
  A lawsuit brought by a Ontario actress against Harvey Weinstein can be considered served even though lawyers have been unable to hand it to the disgraced Hollywood producer in person, an Ontario judge ruled Friday. The actress, who cannot be named as she is seeking a publication ban on her identity, claims Weinstein sexually assaulted her while she had a part in […]
  
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• Romano speaks to local businesses about NorOnt Ferrochrome Facility

  01-12-2017 19:45
  Sault Ste. Marie M.P.P. Ross Romano took the podium in the South Ballroom of the Quattro Hotel this morning to speak to members of the local business community just prior to a Breakfast and Fireside Chat hosted by the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce. Since taking office, Mr. Romano has worked tirelessly to ensure […]
  
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• Flynn flips: Top Trump confidant pleads guilty, co-operates with FBI

  01-12-2017 19:02
  WASHINGTON — The Russia probe burrowed deeper into U.S. President Donald Trump’s inner circle Friday, with a high-profile presidential confidant suddenly co-operating in the dig for fresh details against his former allies. Michael Flynn, Trump’s former national security adviser and top campaign aide, turned himself over to authorities and pleaded guilty to lying to the […]
  
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• MARTONE, Grazia

  01-12-2017 18:50
  The family of Grazia announce her passing at the Sault Area Hospital on Thursday, November 30, 2017 in her 91st year. She loved her daily walks and missed them tremendously. Now she can walk pain free and as long as she wants. She is now reunited with her loving husband Carmine. Cherished mother of Rosina […]
  
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• Celebrating Success: 2017 Premier’s Award Nominees

  01-12-2017 18:44
  Each year, Sault College proudly nominates remarkable Sault College alumni for the prestigious Premier’s Award. Earlier this week at the Higher Education Summit, these nominees – along with nominees from Colleges across the province – were honoured for the outstanding contributions they make in Ontario and throughout the world. Premier’s Awards were presented in six […]
  
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• LSSU Athletic Training department receives special recognition - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  01-12-2017 17:31 via sooeveningnews.com
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  LSSU Athletic Training department receives special recognition
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  Lake Superior State University's athletic training department has been honored by Special Olympics Michigan for its continued service to the organization. The department was presented with a commendation on Nov. 4 during a Hall of Fame banquet at ...
  
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• Charges laid in domestic

  01-12-2017 17:08 via saultstar.com
  
  A 53-year-old man is facing several charges after police were called to an alleged domestic violence investigation.
  
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• On November 30th, 2017 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested... fb.me/9dcHvY9Rn

  01-12-2017 16:49 via twitter.com
  On November 30th, 2017 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested... fb.me/9dcHvY9Rn
  
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• The forecast calls for debt and no McMeeken changes

  01-12-2017 16:45
  On Monday, city council will do budget deliberation for the new year and from what it looks like, there will be nothing new coming for the city as it is trying to maintain its current needs only, and operate with $22-Million shortfall in the forecast. “Due to limited resource availability, the 2018 Capital Budget currently […]
  
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• Don’t Let a Night Out Cost You An Extra $15,000

  01-12-2017 16:43
  It’s that time of year again when a night out at a Christmas or Office Party could end up costing you an extra $15,000. That’ the cost you’ll be facing if you decide to get behind the wheel after consuming alcohol beverages. On Thursday , Sault Ste. Marie Police Services, RCMP,OPP and Anishinabek Police Service […]
  
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• SteelTown Silver Band to present 'Christmas Festival' - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  01-12-2017 16:15 via sooeveningnews.com
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  SteelTown Silver Band to present 'Christmas Festival'
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  The SteelTown Silver Band will present “Christmas Festival” at 3 p.m. on Sunday, December 3, in the Central United Methodist Church. The program features Christmas selections such as “Ding, Dong Merrily on High,” “Sleigh Ride,” “Nativity Carol,” and ...
  
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• New troopers join the ranks at EUP posts - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  01-12-2017 16:15 via sooeveningnews.com
  New troopers join the ranks at EUP posts
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  The Michigan State Police, St. Ignace Post and Michigan State Police, Sault Post have added five new troopers to the ranks. Troopers Tyler Anderson, Justin Heidman, Samuel Eckola, Anthony Wolfe and Abigail Ziesman graduated as members of the 133rd ...
  
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• VISAGGIO, Alessandrina (Sandra)

  01-12-2017 15:50
  On November 30th, 2017 at Health Sciences North, Sandra Visaggio’s family said sweet and gentle goodbyes to a wonderful Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother. Sandra was born in Italy and came to Canada in 1953 to marry her sweetheart Carlo Visaggio. Together, they started a family and business, Carlo’s Restaurant. Predeceased by sister Maria DiMarzio. […]
  
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• Our 12 Days of Holiday Fire & CO Safety Contest starts on December 4th! Tune in for holiday safety tips and your ch… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  01-12-2017 14:56 via twitter.com
  Our 12 Days of Holiday Fire & CO Safety Contest starts on December 4th! Tune in for holiday safety tips and your ch… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Dr. Roberta Bondar returns home for Walk of Fame unveiling

  01-12-2017 14:00
  Walk of Fame restoration project unveiling The City of Sault Ste. Marie is pleased to announce that its Walk of Fame restoration project is now complete and will be unveiling its newest display cases. Sault Ste. Marie’s Canada 150 Honorary Chair and one of the City’s first Walk of Fame recipients Dr. Roberta Bondar will […]
  
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• Algoma U Small Treasures show and sale today starting at 11am

  01-12-2017 06:40
  Visual Art Students Celebrate Return to Campus! Algoma University’s Visual Art Program is back on campus with students working in new studios. To celebrate, the Fine Arts Student Society of Algoma University (FASS) is hosting an art show and sale on Friday, December 1st. The Small Treasures Open House Show and Sale will feature student […]
  
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• Elections Canada wants no part in organizing leaders debates during campaigns

  01-12-2017 06:10
  OTTAWA — Canada’s independent elections watchdog wants no part in organizing leaders’ debates during federal elections. Stephane Perrault, the acting chief electoral officer, says Elections Canada must stay above the political fray and should not be perceived as being involved in anything that could influence the outcome of a campaign. Perreault says leaders’ debates can be […]
  
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• OPP canine calendar 2018 helps support youth foundation

  01-12-2017 04:43
  The OPP Canine Team has become an elite team of specialized personnel who are highly respected among agencies across North America for their exceptional police work. Members of this Unit provide canine support for search and rescue, tracking wanted persons, detecting narcotics, and are used extensively in searches for explosives, cadavers and physical searches. The […]
  
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• 1980s flashback 'going to be fun'

  01-12-2017 04:23 via saultstar.com
  
  White Pines Onstage hops back into its time machine for its latest production.
  
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• ‘Historic agreement:’ Canada signs High Arctic commercial fishing ban

  01-12-2017 04:20
  An international deal has been reached to prevent commercial fishing in the High Arctic for at least the next 16 years. “Canada has reached an historic agreement in principle today in Washington, D.C. to prevent unregulated commercial fishing in the high seas of the central Arctic Ocean,” Fisheries and Oceans Minister Dominic LeBlanc said in a […]
  
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• ADSB has surplus of over $400,000 for 2016-17 year

  01-12-2017 04:10
  Audit Committee Chair Graham Lidstone and Superintendent of Business Joe Santa Maria updated the Board on the 2016/2017 Financial Statement audit that was completed by auditors KPMG LLP, Chartered Accountants. The Board’s Trustee Audit Committee members and staff were on hand to outline highlights and to respond to Trustees’ questions. Committee members consist of Trustee […]
  
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• Air Transat slammed, fined for handling of hours-long tarmac delay

  01-12-2017 03:40
  OTTAWA — A federal agency has ordered Air Transat to cover out-of-pocket expenses for passengers who were caught in an hours-long tarmac delay this summer as part of a ruling that places the blame for the fiasco solely on the airline. The Canadian Transportation Agency said Air Transat broke its tariff agreement with customers about when they can be […]
  
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• Greg Zaun fired from Sportsnet for “inappropriate behaviour”

  01-12-2017 03:30
  TORONTO — Gregg Zaun has been fired from Sportsnet due to “inappropriate behaviour and comments” toward female employees. Rick Brace, President of Rogers Media, said in a statement Thursday that the company was terminating the contract of the Blue Jays analyst effective immediately. “This week, we received complaints from multiple female employees at Sportsnet regarding […]
  
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• Tracy's Dream 2018 Algoma District Cancer Support Calendar features 12 area ‘grassroots’ groups that assist cancer patients

  01-12-2017 03:22 via saultstar.com
  
  First it was the gals. Then it was the guys. Now it’s the groups.Tracy's Dream 2018 Algoma District Cancer Support Calendar, launched Thursday evening during a reception at Gateway Casinos Sault Ste. Marie, features a host of area organizations that support cancer patients, from ARCH Hospice and Algoma Breast Cancer Support Group, to Canadian Cance
  
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• Officers help senior clear driveway

  01-12-2017 02:28 via saultstar.com
  
  Two city police officers shovelled the driveway of an elderly woman during a heavy snowfall in mid-November.
  
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• Officers get mental health training

  01-12-2017 01:52 via saultstar.com
  
  All patrol officers with Sault Ste. Marie Police Service will get 40 hours of mental health training to help them respond to Mental Health Act calls.
  
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• Overtime costs city police more

  01-12-2017 00:45 via saultstar.com
  
  Overtime is costing Sault Ste. Marie Police Service more cash in 2017.
  
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• It's tough to get a taxi, police board hears

  01-12-2017 00:20 via saultstar.com
  
  Michael Adams says he's waiting too long to get taxi rides in Sault Ste. Marie.
  
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• Tic Tac Toe

  01-12-2017 00:04
  This past weekend saw the boys play like we all knew they could ; they didn’t just win, they dominated the last two games and a team that is considered one of the best in the country must play like this. Winning games by a goal here and there is nice, but it also can […]
  
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