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• Obamacare applications pour in as enrollment deadline arrives - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  14-12-2017 22:53 via sooeveningnews.com
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  Obamacare applications pour in as enrollment deadline arrives
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  The Healthcare.gov website is seen on a laptop computer in Washington. The Trump administration came in looking to dismantle Barack Obama's health care law, but the Affordable Care Act survived. Now the administration is on the line to deliver a smooth ...and more »
  
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• SMITH, Warren Nelson

  14-12-2017 21:47
  Peacefully at home on Tuesday, December 12, 2017 at the age of 50 surrounded by his loving family.  Husband of Tracey.  Loving father of Steven (Emily), Bryan and Nicholas. Excited grandfather to unborn baby boy. Son of Donald and the late Phyllis Smith.  Dear brother of Patty Defend, Karen Theberge (Roger) and Randy Smith (Nancy). […]
  
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• Substance use among Ont. students down but concerns rise over fentanyl use: report

  14-12-2017 21:00
  TORONTO — Ontario adolescents are drinking, smoking and using cannabis and other recreational drugs at the lowest rates since the late 1970s, suggests a biennial survey of Grade 7 to 12 students by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health. But the 2017 survey released Thursday turned up a disturbing finding: almost one per cent of respondents in Grades 9 to 12 reported […]
  
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• PALMER, Ethel Florence (Nee Holmberg)

  14-12-2017 20:50
  December 22, 1917 – December 13, 2017 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother at the Sault Area Hospital on Wednesday, December 13, 2017.  Beloved wife of the late Neil Palmer. Special friend of the late Cecil Marshall. She will be sadly missed by her children Wayne (Suzanne), Sandra […]
  
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• BISHOP, Shirley Rose (nee Smith)

  14-12-2017 20:36
  (October 1, 1943 – December 12, 2017) – It is with broken hearts that we, Sherry and Shawn, announce the passing of our loving and amazing mom on Tuesday, December 12, 2017. She is now reunited with her dear husband James Edward Bishop. Grandmother of Daniel Larouche (Alycia), Michelle Larouche (Ron), Braydon Solomon (Brittany), late […]
  
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• Happy to join @emilyssmps at Korah #highschool to speak with a group of #youth about… instagram.com/p/BcsYOitAcwz/

  14-12-2017 19:53 via twitter.com
  Happy to join @emilyssmps at Korah #highschool to speak with a group of #youth about… instagram.com/p/BcsYOitAcwz/
  
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• Electric cars will be cheaper than gas models but Canada lags in EV policy

  14-12-2017 19:53
  OTTAWA — A Canadian energy think tank says the world is less than a decade away from the tipping point at which electric cars will cost the same as conventional gas-powered vehicles. Clean Energy Canada says the price of electric batteries is plunging every year, representing an opportunity for everyone from auto parts makers to […]
  
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• Sault residents convicted for neglecting dog

  14-12-2017 19:43 via saultstar.com
  
  Two Sault Ste. Marie residents have been found guilty of animal cruelty under the Ontario SPCAS Act. Investigators responded to a concern about the welfare of animals at a home in Sault Ste. Marie last December and discovered an 11-year-old female Jack Russel Terrier type dog suffering from swollen infected ears, a laceration behind her ear and hai
  
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• Familiar Names at the Helm

  14-12-2017 19:43
  The Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board (HSCDSB) will have familiar names at the helm for the next year. John Caputo was retained as Chair of the Board of Trustees by acclamation. “I was honoured that the trustees showed their confidence in my leadership to represent them as their Chair. I am going to work hard […]
  
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• Sault Star Santa Fund - Dec. 14

  14-12-2017 19:31 via saultstar.com
  
  Previous Balance $0.00Desbarats W.I. $100.00In memory of Suzanne Farrell $20.00Rosario Tan $50.00In memory of loved ones-Mike and Nina Coulter $100.00Merry Christmas from Beta Sigma Phi $100.00Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to friends and family-Page and Joyce Nicolson $100.00Golden Hour Seniors Club #290 $27.50Christmas memories. Ruby and Do
  
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• Neglected Elliot Lake cat leads to fine

  14-12-2017 19:23 via saultstar.com
  
  Rosanna Shiels, 30, was found guilty in an Espanola Provincial Offences Court earlier this month of permitting distress, failing to provide adequate and appropriate medical attention and failing to provide adequate and appropriate food and water.
  
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• 17 Year Old Arrested for Multiple Armed Robberies

  14-12-2017 19:18
  On December 12th, officers with the Investigation Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested a 17 year old male in relation to multiple robberies. It is alleged that on June 30th, the accused attended a store in the 200 block of Bay Street where he selected just under $100 worth of merchandise […]
  
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• Sultans of String Ticket Winners!

  14-12-2017 19:00
  Saultonline.com and Sultans of String are pleased to announce our two prize pack give-away winners! Congratulations to: Jennifer MacDonald and Tim Gowans The show is this Saturday night, December 16th at the Sault Community Theatre Centre (White Pines) starting at 7:30pm.  You can still purchase tickets by Clicking Here. Watch the video below for a […]
  
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• Farenthold to retire from House amid harassment accusations - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  14-12-2017 18:44 via sooeveningnews.com
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  Farenthold to retire from House amid harassment accusations
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  Rep. Blake Farenthold, R-Texas, arrives for a House Committee on the Judiciary oversight hearing on Capitol Hill, Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2017, in Washington. Two Republicans say that Texas GOP Rep. Blake Farenthold won't seek re-election next year. The ...
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• Hounds ticket winners

  14-12-2017 17:36 via saultstar.com
  
  The winners of the two pair of tickets to Wednesday nights Greyhounds, Flint Firebirds game were Kim Seabrook and Ian Johnston. Keep coming to this website to see when the next draw will be.
  
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• Male Arrested for Possession of Stolen Property

  14-12-2017 17:25
  On December 12th, 2017 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested 37 year old Travis Ahde of Lake Street for possession of stolen property. It is alleged that on October 26th, the accused was in possession of a stolen bicycle that he then sold. Officers recovered the item […]
  
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• Downtown Sault to host Bright Lights Shopping Night - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  14-12-2017 17:21 via sooeveningnews.com
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  Downtown Sault to host Bright Lights Shopping Night
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  Downtown Sault Ste. Marie will hosts its first Bright Lights Shopping night from 4-8 p.m. Friday. Bright Lights Shopping Night is retail focused event with over 30 stores offering extended hours and exclusive in-store specials and sales. Complimentary ...
  
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• DDA announces Main Street Committee heads - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  14-12-2017 17:21 via sooeveningnews.com
  DDA announces Main Street Committee heads
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  The Downtown Development Authority took steps in reinforcing the Main Street Committees' structures by appointing chairs to the four branches Wednesday morning. “Our big training on Dec. 6 had over 35 people make it to the meeting,” said DDA Director ...
  
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• Male Arrested for Breach of Recognizance

  14-12-2017 17:13
  On December 12, 2017 officers with the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested 19 year old Jacques Roy of no fixed address for breach of recognizance and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. The accused was taken into custody in relation to an outstanding warrant for breach of recognizance.  Once in custody, officers […]
  
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• Fireman Dan says... Having all of your fuel burning appliances inspected (by a licensed contractor) on an annual ba… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  14-12-2017 17:06 via twitter.com
  Fireman Dan says... Having all of your fuel burning appliances inspected (by a licensed contractor) on an annual ba… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Male Arrested for Breach of Recognizance #Sault #Police #SaultNews #TheSoo - news.ssmps.ca/EN/News/index.…

  14-12-2017 17:00 via twitter.com
  Male Arrested for Breach of Recognizance #Sault #Police #SaultNews #TheSoo - news.ssmps.ca/EN/News/index.…
  
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• Pita Pit donating to AFS Foundation for Student Nutrition Program

  14-12-2017 16:58
  Pita Pit Canada is pleased to announce the opening of a second location in Sault Ste. Marie. The new location at 710 Second Line E is owned and operated by Matthew DiFlumeri. Pita Pit Canada has recently developed a national partnership with Breakfast Clubs of Canada and it is through this partnership that Pita Pit […]
  
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• Theatre of Night to perform in Sault - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  14-12-2017 16:22 via sooeveningnews.com
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  Theatre of Night to perform in Sault
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  Theatre of Night will perform a “Christmas Night” concert at the Soo Theatre in downtown Sault Ste. Marie at 7 p.m. on Saturday. Theatre of Night is based in Grand Rapids and features musicians from the Eastern Upper Peninsula, including Rachel Mender ...
  
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• Permits available for national forest roads - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  14-12-2017 16:22 via sooeveningnews.com
  Permits available for national forest roads
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  With a recent influx of snow across the region and no foreseeable end in sight, Hiawatha National Forest personnel are reminding those accessing the road network at this time of year. “Given the multiple uses that occur on forest roads, uses can pose ...
  
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• Companies fret about hazy rules around pot use

  14-12-2017 16:22
  TORONTO — Once recreational cannabis use becomes legal, taking a “smoke break” at work could suddenly become much more complicated. At least that’s the fear among some human resources officials who wonder if the law change will bring impairment at work, decreased productivity, poor attendance and, of course, safety issues. Many questions linger over what […]
  
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• CREA cuts 2017, 2018 forecast due to incoming tighter mortgage rules

  14-12-2017 15:25
  OTTAWA — The Canadian Real Estate Association says it has cut its home sales forecast for next year due to the impact of tighter mortgage regulations taking effect in the new year, which will erode affordability. The association representing real estate agents across the country also downgraded projections for 2017. It now expects national sales activity this year to decline […]
  
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• An arctic blast - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  14-12-2017 13:38 via sooeveningnews.com
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  An arctic blast
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  While far from record-breaking, temperatures throughout the Eastern Upper Peninsula tumbled below the zero degree mark on Wednesday. This well-insulated horse, photographed near Rudyard, appears ready to face the chill with a coat so thick that falling ...
  
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• Quilts exhibited

  14-12-2017 07:26 via saultstar.com
  
  A new exhibition at Art Gallery of Algoma celebrates Quilt Guild's 25th anniversary.
  
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• Hillman's writing gets the spotlight

  14-12-2017 06:58 via saultstar.com
  
  The first chapter in what Lauren Hillman anticipates will be an extensive writing career starts with Outcast.
  
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• Caputo, Trembinski keep leading trustees

  14-12-2017 04:30 via saultstar.com
  
  John Caputo and Gary Trembinski will continue to lead Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board's trustees.
  
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• The NOP demands end to contracting out our winter highway maintenance

  14-12-2017 03:25
  White Knuckle Driving There is a term used in Northern Ontario called white-knuckle driving. This is a simple description of what northern drivers experience when they are forced to drive on one of our highways after a snowfall. Our knuckles turn white from gripping the steering wheel so tight because of  the life-threatening driving conditions […]
  
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• Clinton visit Vancouver, applauds Trudeau, celebrates Democrats’ win in Alabama

  14-12-2017 01:00
  VANCOUVER — Hillary Clinton says she feels “a tiny bit less” concerned about the United States following the Democratic party’s surprise win in Alabama’s senate race on Tuesday. The former presidential candidate is calling the electoral upset a turning point for Americans in pushing for accountability from President Donald Trump, who backed the unsuccessful Republican candidate. […]
  
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