Sault Ste. Marie news

• Emergency road closure

  04-12-2017 22:08 via saultstar.com
  
  McPhail Road, in Township of Plummer Additional, east of Sault Ste. Marie, will be closed effective 4 p.m. Monday until further notice due to a cross-road culvert washing out. The route is closed from 238 McPhail Rd., to 504 McPhail Rd., off of Highway 638.
  
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• Rob Brewer takes over from Dominic Parrella

  04-12-2017 22:01 via saultstar.com
  
  Rob Brewer has been named PUC Services president and CEO, effective Jan. 2The appointment follows the recent announcement of the retirement of president and CEO Dominic Parrella, following after 30 years of service.Brewer brings a “wealth” of leadership and business experience that will be “critical to the successful implementation” of PUC’s strate
  
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• Former baseball analyst Zaun apologizes after being fired for inappropriate comments

  04-12-2017 22:00
  TORONTO — Former Sportsnet broadcaster Gregg Zaun is apologizing for “any harm or distress” his comments may have caused his female colleagues. The “absolute apology” — issued today by his Toronto-based lawyer Stuart Ducoffe — comes four days after he was fired for what Sportsnet called “inappropriate behaviour and comments.” Sportsnet says it received complaints about […]
  
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• Meetings set for USW 2251 retirees

  04-12-2017 21:58 via saultstar.com
  
  Special meetings for United Steelworkers Local 2251 retirees are slated for Wednesday, 10 a.m., 3 p.m., and 7 p.m., in Quattro hotel’s main ballroom.Information regarding retirees’ representation in the CCAA process will be discussed. A petition will be available for retirees to indicate their preference.
  
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• City Council begins tonight at 4:30 pm on @ShawTVSSM and @SooToday. Agenda: saultstemarie.ca/CouncilAgendas https://t.co/Mp3o8QqRhg

  04-12-2017 21:56 via twitter.com
  
  City Council begins tonight at 4:30 pm on @ShawTVSSMand @SooToday.Agenda: saultstemarie.ca/CouncilAgendas https://t.co/Mp3o8QqRhg
  
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• Group pegged health needs

  04-12-2017 21:55 via saultstar.com
  
  North Algoma Health System Steering Committee has been recognized. For the past several years, individuals from six communities have worked to make improvements to the health-care system in North Algoma. For their efforts, the North Algoma Health System Steering Committee has been named a Healthy Change Champion by the North East Local Health Integ
  
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• Drug charges

  04-12-2017 21:53 via saultstar.com
  
  On Nov. 26 at 11:33 p.m., East Algoma OPP, patrolling Highway 17 in Blind River, spotted an east-bound vehicle travelling with no headlights or tail lights illuminated. Police stopped the vehicle and detected a strong odour of marijuana emanating from the vehicle. The driver was arrested and the vehicle searched.Drug-related paraphernalia, marijuan
  
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• Man provided false ID: police

  04-12-2017 21:50 via saultstar.com
  
  Last Friday at approximately 2:15 p.m., Superior East OPP stopped a vehicle on Highway 101, Borden Township District of Sudbury, for a traffic violation. Police learned that the male driver had provided a false identification.Philip Martin Seabrook, 31, of Brunswick House First Nation, is charged with: — Personation with intent to avoid arrest;— Ob
  
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• Driver fled on foot: police

  04-12-2017 21:47 via saultstar.com
  
  East Algoma OPP were patrolling Highway 17 Nov. 26 in the North Shore Township when they spotted a west-bound vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed.Before police turned and caught up with the vehicle, it had lost control and entered the ditch. The driver had fled on foot, police say.A short time later, the male driver was located and subsequen
  
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• Charges relate to break and enter

  04-12-2017 21:44 via saultstar.com
  
  Two Sault Ste. Marie residents have been arrested in connection with a break and enter.Police say that just after 5 a.m. Saturday, the accused attempted to break into a residence in the 400 block of Queen Street East. The homeowners contacted police and officers were able to take both of the accused into custody before they got into the residence.A
  
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• Give the gift of life saving this holiday season. Smoke and CO alarms make great gifts and they might just save a l… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  04-12-2017 21:40 via twitter.com
  Give the gift of life saving this holiday season. Smoke and CO alarms make great gifts and they might just save a l… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• WOLDANSKI, Marian

  04-12-2017 21:35
  Peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital on Monday, December 4, 2017 at the age of 85 surrounded by his loving family. Loving husband of Eugenia for over 57 years. Caring father of Jim (Cathy), Donna Isard (Robin) and Grace (Chris Barnes). Cherished Dziadziu of Liisa, Evan and Morgan. He was the strength and pillar of […]
  
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• MARTINELLI, Anthony (Sonny)

  04-12-2017 21:35
  Passed away peacefully on Monday, December 4, 2017 at the age of 90. Beloved husband of Norma Jean. Father of Terry, Barry (Nancy), Rick, Susan (Mark Lang), and Lisa J. (Kevin Turcotte). Grandfather of Patrick (Kaitlyn), Kate (Tyler), Ryan (Jen), Joel, Natalie and the late Kyle. Great Grandfather of Anthony (his name sake).  Son of […]
  
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• Special Meeting Called for Steel Plant Retirees

  04-12-2017 20:25
  USW Local 2251 has called for special membership meetings this week for retirees according to a media release issued Monday. This meeting is an information meeting for retirees of USW Local 2251.  The purpose of  the meeting is to provide information to retired members regarding their  representation in the CCAA process. SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS FOR […]
  
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• ARMSTRONG, Valerie Dawn “Val”

  04-12-2017 20:05
  Peacefully at ARCH on Saturday December 2, 2017 at the age of 71. Beloved wife of Keith Armstrong. Val will be lovingly remembered by her sons Barry (Nicole) and Chris (Lola). Adoring Grandma of Angel and Acacia and great grandma of Colton and Rowen. Predeceased by her parents Harry and Gertrude Fowler. Sister of Geraldine […]
  
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• OPP find loaded handgun, fentanyl, heroin and more after dangerous driving complaint

  04-12-2017 19:46
  (BLIND RIVER, ON) – On December 2, 2017, at approximately 6:14 a.m., members of the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) became aware of a west bound traffic complaint on Highway 17 in the Algoma Mills area. The vehicle was reported to be driving dangerously. Police located the suspect vehicle a short time later on […]
  
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• Renters and Airbnb landlords square off as Toronto considers new short-term rental rules

  04-12-2017 19:40
  TORONTO — Politicians in Toronto will be scrutinizing proposed rules for short-term rentals this week that could spell major changes for those who offer secondary residences for rent on platforms like Airbnb. Among the raft of regulations going before city councillors is a rule that would ban short-term rentals of homes that aren’t the landlord’s primary dwelling. Some […]
  
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• Improve your Digital Literacy Skills

  04-12-2017 19:35
  The Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre (SSMIC) and its YouLaunch division encourages everyone to improve digital literacy skills by participating in Hour of Code from December 4-10, 2017 during Computer Science Education Week. Everyone of all ages can log on to www.hourofcode.com and try a one-hour coding tutorial. Canada’s tech industry consists of 71,000 companies […]
  
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• Returns to court next Monday

  04-12-2017 19:04 via saultstar.com
  
  A hearing date will be set next Mondayfor Eric Mearow.Mearow, released fromjail late last week under a number ofconditions, made a brief courtappearance Monday morning beforeOntario Court Justice John Condon.Hewas one of three men to plead guiltyto manslaughter in July 2016 in theJanuary 2011 death of WesleyHallam.Mearow will be represented by
  
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• Female Arrested for Driving with a BAC over the legal limit

  04-12-2017 18:57
  On December 3rd, 2017 offices with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested 53 year old Trudy Vaittinen of Pine Street for an impaired driving related offence. Just after 1:00 a.m. offices observed the accused operating a motor vehicle on Allard Street with no headlights on.  Officers initiated a traffic […]
  
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• Protocol indicates hospital workers can’t report to work ill; sick days hurting bottom line, SAH says

  04-12-2017 18:14 via saultstar.com
  
  Sick Sault Area Hospital employees have a professional and moral obligation to stay away from work —regardless how sick days affect hospital operations and the facility’s bottom line, says the president of Unifor Local 1359.Laurie Lessard-Brown, whose local represents SAH office and clerical and service staff, said members work in an environment in
  
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• Bridge Authority: Deer count numbers climb in 2017 - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  04-12-2017 18:07 via sooeveningnews.com
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  Bridge Authority: Deer count numbers climb in 2017
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  Despite days with turbulent winds, heavy rains and a shortage of tracking snow, the Mackinac Bridge Annual Deer Count reveals that hunters were able to persevere in the face of adversity and deliver a 51 percent increase over the 2016 season. The ...
  
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• On December 3rd, 2017 offices with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested 53.… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  04-12-2017 18:04 via twitter.com
  On December 3rd, 2017 offices with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested 53.… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• On December 2nd, 2017 offices with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested 27.… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  04-12-2017 18:04 via twitter.com
  On December 2nd, 2017 offices with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested 27.… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Female Arrested Driving with a BAC over the legal limit #Sault #Police #SaultNews #TheSoo - news.ssmps.ca/EN/News/index.…

  04-12-2017 18:04 via twitter.com
  Female Arrested Driving with a BAC over the legal limit #Sault #Police #SaultNews #TheSoo - news.ssmps.ca/EN/News/index.…
  
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• Trump complains about 'unfair' treatment of Flynn - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  04-12-2017 17:47 via sooeveningnews.com
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  Trump complains about 'unfair' treatment of Flynn
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  President Donald Trump speaks to reporters before boarding Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, Monday, Dec. 4, 2017, before heading to Utah. Trump will be announcing plans to scale back two sprawling national monuments in ...and more »
  
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• Sault men face charges after stop in Blind River

  04-12-2017 17:22 via saultstar.com
  
  (BLIND RIVER, ON) - On December 2, 2017, at approximately 6:14 a.m., members of the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) became aware of a west bound traffic complaint on Highway 17 in the Algoma Mills area. The vehicle was reported to be driving dangerously.
  
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• PUC Names new President and CEO

  04-12-2017 17:14
  PUC Services is pleased to announce the appointment of Rob Brewer as President and CEO effective January 2, 2018. Rob’s appointment follows the recent announcement of the retirement of President & CEO Dominic Parrella after 30 years of service. Rob brings a wealth of leadership and business experience that will be critical to the successful […]
  
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• Calisti scores twice against Express

  04-12-2017 15:53
  After picking up a big two points one night ago in Blind River and moving into top spot in the NOJHL’s West Division, the Soo Thunderbirds returned home to the John Rhodes Community Centre on Sunday afternoon to take on the last place Espanola Express. The Thunderbirds picked up their 20th win of the season […]
  
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• BEATTY, Russel

  04-12-2017 15:20
  Peacefully passed away surrounded by the love of his family at the Algoma Residential Community Hospice on Friday, December 1, 2017. Beloved husband of Darlene. Loving father of Debbie (Alan Bean), David (Judy), Lisa (Dan Harman) and the late Stephen. Cherished grandfather of Brandon, Steven, Bradley, Nicholas, Trevor, Jennifer and the late Matthew. Great grandfather […]
  
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• Sensitive Santa Surprises Youngsters

  04-12-2017 14:45
  The Northwood Funeral Home provided a tranquil space for Algoma Autism Foundation’s 2nd annual Breakfast with Santa held Sunday morning, Dec. 3, 2017. Katrina Daddario, Vice-President of Algoma Autism Foundation spoke with saultonline, explaining the importance of providing private time for youngsters and families with ‘sensitive’ Santa. “Offering children and families a quiet space to […]
  
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• Sault girls fall short against Eskymos in opener - Sports - Sault Ste ... - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  04-12-2017 14:45 via sooeveningnews.com
  Sault girls fall short against Eskymos in opener - Sports - Sault Ste ...
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  SAULT STE. MARIE – Sault High couldn't overcome a slow start in its girls basketball season opener Saturday. The Blue Devils rallied in the fourth quarter, but fell short and dropped a 38-37 decision against the Escanaba Eskymos. “We were really flat ...and more »
  
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• Sault girls fall short against Eskymos in opener - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  04-12-2017 14:45 via sooeveningnews.com
  Sault girls fall short against Eskymos in opener
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  SAULT STE. MARIE – Sault High couldn't overcome a slow start in its girls basketball season opener Saturday. The Blue Devils rallied in the fourth quarter, but fell short and dropped a 38-37 decision against the Escanaba Eskymos. “We were really flat ...and more »
  
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• Strive Presents the first Algoma Visionary Awards Gala

  04-12-2017 14:00
  The Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce’s, Strive: Young Professionals Group, is proud to announce the first annual Algoma Visionary Awards (AVA) Gala. On January 13th, 2018 at the Grand Gardens Downtown, Strive will be recognizing up to 20 individuals for their incredible efforts to achieve greatness in leadership, community engagement, professional achievement, volunteerism, and […]
  
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• Legalization of recreational weed unlikely to kill pot black market right away

  04-12-2017 13:45
  TORONTO — From texting a local dealer to dropping into a neighbourhood dispensary or ordering online, Canada’s black market for recreational marijuana has seen significant changes in recent years and, no doubt, will see more as the country hurtles toward a new world of legalization next summer. What does seem clear, however, is that the […]
  
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• Majority of Canadians back outright ban on guns in urban areas – Poll

  04-12-2017 01:00
  OTTAWA — The vast majority of Canadians favours a total ban on guns in urban areas, a new poll suggests. According to the poll, conducted by Ekos Research Associates for The Canadian Press, 69 per cent of those surveyed agreed with the statement “I think that there should be a strict ban on guns in urban areas.” Support […]
  
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• RAIMONDI, Luigi

  04-12-2017 00:37
  Passed away peacefully with his family by his side, on Friday, December 1, 2017 at the age of 80. Loving husband of Grazia. Caring father of Frank (Robin), and Maria Causley (Clarence).  Predeceased by his parents Francesco Raimondi and Rosario Addiego. Predeceased by his siblings Carmine (late Nunziaa), Antionieta (late Salvatore), Giuseppina, Giovanni (late Antonetta), […]
  
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• SWANN, Jack Howard

  04-12-2017 00:25
  Passed away peacefully at the F.J. Davey Home on Friday December 1, 2017 at the age of 85. Beloved husband of Frances Swann (nee Elliott) for 59 years. Loving father of John Swann (Diane Edwards) and Marjorie Swann (Bill). Proud Grandpa of Cameron Claude Hugh Swann. Predeceased by his parents Jack and Muriel Swann. Brother […]
  
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