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• Davis Fuels joins McDougall Energy Family

  18-12-2017 23:44
  McDougall Energy Inc. and Davis Fuels reach deal on Burford-based business SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – Keeping it all in the family; two family-owned fuel and lubricant distribution businesses have agreed to terms that will see Davis Fuels become a division of McDougall Energy Inc.  A 72-year-old company headquartered out of Sault Ste. Marie Ontario, […]
  
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• Team Romano delivers cheer to the Community Soup Kitchen for the holidays

  18-12-2017 23:37
  Over the last couple of months, various local organizations and businesses have participated in food drives to help support our Community Soup Kitchen. Many, who have in turn, issued calls to action and challenges for others to participate as well. After speaking with staff, Ross Romano MPP for Sault Ste. Marie, decided that simply putting […]
  
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• Wireless carriers can’t keep up after weekend price-cutting promotion

  18-12-2017 23:34
  TORONTO — Canada’s major wireless carriers are apologizing for long customer service wait times as consumers scramble to cash in on limited-time promotional offers. While the holiday season is always competitive for the telecom companies, a low-rate plan offered by Shaw’s Freedom Mobile and a recent update of Canada’s code of conduct for wireless carriers are among the drivers spurring a flurry of special promotions [&hell
  
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• Watermain repair affects McNabb-Great Northern

  18-12-2017 23:29 via saultstar.com
  
  SAULT STE. MARIE, ON (18 December 2017) – The PUC would like to advise the public of a planned traffic restriction this evening at the intersection of Great Northern Road and McNabb Street. The traffic restriction will begin at 9:00 PM (December 18th) and is necessary to facilitate the decommissioning of a broken watermain.
  
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• TARCHUK, William (Bill) Alex

  18-12-2017 23:18
  It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William (Bill) Tarchuk on Sunday, December 17, 2017 at the Sault Area Hospital at the age of 73. Loving father of Michael and Keith Tarchuk. Dear brother of Mary Ann Bailey, late David (Maxene) and late Steven Tarchuk. Predeceased by his parents John and […]
  
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• NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh’s relationship status no longer a secret

  18-12-2017 23:07
  OTTAWA — NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh’s personal life is no longer under wraps. A series of Instagram photos posted over the weekend show Singh and fashion designer Gurkiran Kaur Sidhu attending what appears to be a pre-engagement party. The pair are dressed in traditional Punjabi garments and one post congratulated the couple on their “rokha” —a traditional Punjabi ceremony […]
  
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• What do you think about the food and drink options in recreation facilities? youtu.be/6tm67sNnB3E via @YouTube

  18-12-2017 22:23 via twitter.com
  What do you think about the food and drink options in recreation facilities?youtu.be/6tm67sNnB3E via @YouTube
  
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• DANZ, Violet (LaFontaine)

  18-12-2017 22:22
  Passed with peace and grace on Sunday, December 17, 2017 with her family at her side. Predeceased by her loving husband William (Bud). Cherished mother of Patricia Stanghetta (Philip), William (Kathy) and Brenda McMillan (Mel). Grandmother of Marc Stanghetta (Lori), Robert Danz (Jennifer), Cassie Danz (Toni), Matthew McMillan and Lindsay Danz. Great grandmother of Hugh, […]
  
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• Ice rentals are available throughout the holidays! Contact Jenn at 705-759-5383 for more info. https://t.co/ao5HAnencQ

  18-12-2017 22:08 via twitter.com
  
  Ice rentals are available throughout the holidays! Contact Jenn at 705-759-5383 for more info. https://t.co/ao5HAnencQ
  
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• What's open and what's closed this holiday season: saultstemarie.ca/Newsroom/Decem… https://t.co/qsFi3zg5fu

  18-12-2017 22:04 via twitter.com
  
  What's open and what's closed this holiday season: saultstemarie.ca/Newsroom/Decem… https://t.co/qsFi3zg5fu
  
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• BOWERS, Pete

  18-12-2017 21:38
  It is with heavy hearts that we announce the loss of Pete Bowers, who has left us way too soon at the age of 55. He leaves behind his two sons Jesse and Justin Bowers, who he loved and cherished with all his heart and who will forever keep the memories of him alive. Cherished […]
  
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• Give-away! Phatboy wants you to win, no it’s not fireworks silly! Click Here

  18-12-2017 21:14
  Phatboy Fireworks sent out the call for Santa Phatboy, and told him to bring toys, and lots of them! So Santa Phatboy is here and he Pop-Upped A Toy Shop! There is a a truck load of toys for kids of all ages with blow-out prices!! Even better, Santa Phatboy is giving a lucky Saultonline.com […]
  
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• Watermain repair tonight will restrict traffic on McNabb and Great Northern

  18-12-2017 21:00
  WATERMAIN REPAIR TO AFFECT TRAFFIC FLOW ON MCNABB STREET SAULT STE. MARIE, ON (18 December 2017) – The PUC would like to advise the public of a planned traffic restriction this evening at the intersection of Great Northern Road and McNabb Street. The traffic restriction will begin at 9:00 PM (December 18th) and is necessary […]
  
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• Coast Guard urges caution around ice on the Great Lakes as temperatures rise

  18-12-2017 20:39
  The U.S. Coast Guard is encouraging people to exercise caution in the coming days around ice on the lakes and waterways in the Great Lakes region. Rising temperatures and scattered showers over the next several days can pose significant risks to ice-related activities as the ice weakens and can appear to be more stable than it is. People are reminded to […]
  
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• LONGO, Eugenio

  18-12-2017 20:15
  Peacefully passed away, surrounded by his family, at the Sault Area Hospital on Saturday, December 16, 2017. Beloved husband of Annina (Giorno). Loving father of Nick (Julie), Mario and Lina Longo. Cherished Nonno of Brianna and Alessia. Predeceased by his parents Maria and Nicola. Dear brother of Guiseppe Longo (Antonetta), Rosina Ferrari (Eugenio), Carmela Gatto […]
  
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• NEVEU, Ruth “Ruthie” Wilena of Algoma Mills, ON

  18-12-2017 20:03
  “A beautiful person” Peacefully, with her husband at her side, at Blind River Health Centre, Blind River, ON, Tuesday, December 12, 2017, after a long battle with a chronic autoimmune disease. Ruth “Ruthie” Neveu (nee Malcomnson) passed away at age 74. She was born on June 9th, 1943 in Kemptville, Ontario. Dearly beloved wife of […]
  
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• Increase for Bus Fares and Parking Fees

  18-12-2017 19:35
  At its November 20, 2017 meeting, Sault Ste. Marie City Council approved an increase in user fees, including Sault Ste. Marie Transit and Parking user fees. The City of Sault Ste. Marie Transit Services would like to advise residents that new user fees come into effect January 1, 2018. The new Transit fare is as […]
  
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• A Buggy Buffet and the Chamber of Horrors

  18-12-2017 19:27
  No one really likes Mondays. After all, it’s the beginning of another long work week. Take a few people Monday morning at the Great Lakes Forestry Centre. About 6 employees were nominated by their peers to take part in a fundraising challenge for the United Way that would leave most people’s skin crawling. The Government […]
  
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• Legion helps Christmas come early - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  18-12-2017 18:52 via sooeveningnews.com
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  Legion helps Christmas come early
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  ABOVE: Dozens of children gather around Jolly Old St. Nick on Saturday before gifts were dispensed. BELOW: American Legion Post #3, complete with a Christmas tree and brand-new bicycles, awaited the arrival of local children on Saturday for the annual ...and more »
  
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• On Camera: Mail Theft

  18-12-2017 18:39
  Crime Stoppers and the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service are asking for your assistance in identifying a suspect in a theft. On the 2nd of December 2017 at approximately 7:20 pm a female attended at a apartment build on Sackville road. The unidentified female was with a male who appeared to be moving out of […]
  
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• Sault Star Santa Fund donors list - Dec. 18

  18-12-2017 18:23 via saultstar.com
  
  Balance Forward $16,660.00Anonymous $20.00Anonymous $20.00In memory of our parents Mario Spina and Carmela and Saverio Lepore. From children Mary and Vince and family $50.00Anonymous $40.00In memory of Albert Inch –John Inch $300.00Anonymous $20.00Merry Christmas. Huy Lu $20.00Merry Christmas-Don and Lynn Buchan $40.00In loving memory of a dear fat
  
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• Come into effect in new year

  18-12-2017 18:19 via saultstar.com
  
  City of Sault Ste. Marie Transit Services announces a number of new user fees will come into effect Jan. 1.For transit service, cash fare will be $2.85, with adult 31-day passes $66.A 20-ride multi-pass will cost $45, while a youth 31-day pass (18 and under) will cost $28. Semester passes (Algoma University and Sault College only) will cost $180, w
  
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• DIETZ, Kim Ernest

  18-12-2017 18:03
  Kim Ernest Dietz passed away peacefully with family on Thursday, December 14, 2017 at the age of 61. Proud father of Mannie and Thomas. Will be missed by his friend, life partner and the mother of his children Carol Dietz. Son of June and the late Ernie Oliverio. Brother of Mark Dietz. Kim will be […]
  
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• Test Drive: 2018 Toyota Prius - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  18-12-2017 17:23 via sooeveningnews.com
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  Test Drive: 2018 Toyota Prius
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  This week, we're driving the 2018 Toyota Prius, the midsize hatchback sedan available in Two, Three and Four nomenclature models and seven trims, ala Two, Two Eco, Three, Three Touring, Four and Four Touring. There is also a smaller Prius to choose ...and more »
  
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• Mark L. Hopkins: When Christmas music comes alive - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  18-12-2017 17:23 via sooeveningnews.com
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  Mark L. Hopkins: When Christmas music comes alive
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  Several years back I spend most of December in India visiting several cities. It was Dec. 22 when I was on a plane moving down the taxiway headed for home. Just at the edge of my consciousness I became aware that the wonderful Christmas carol “Hark ...and more »
  
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• Statistics Canada estimates the cannabis market in 2015 worth as much as $6.2B

  18-12-2017 17:17
  OTTAWA — A new report by Statistics Canada estimates the country’s cannabis black market was worth as much as $6.2 billion in 2015. The report used several estimates of the price of marijuana to determine the market was about one-half to two-thirds of the size of $9.2 billion beer sector. The agency also estimated it would have represented around 70 to 90 per […]
  
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• Feds make crash avoidance systems mandatory for all new trucks and buses

  18-12-2017 17:09
  OTTAWA — New trucks and buses sold in Canada will have to include crash-avoidance technology under newly approved federal regulations. Electronic stability control technology on school and heavy buses will become mandatory in June as governments aim to reduce collisions and prevent rollovers. The crash avoidance systems will now be required on all new truck tractors, just as they have been since 2011 […]
  
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• Tanya Kim feels honoured all over again

  18-12-2017 15:27
  We connected with our hometown girl Tanya Kim, TV Host & Personality and Dog Advocate to let her know the city has unveiled the new display concept for the Walk of Fame which she is a recipient since 2011. Now she is in a ‘box of fame’ due to our harsh winter weather. Dr. Roberta […]
  
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• Police release cause of death of Barry and Honey Sherman

  18-12-2017 15:12
  TORONTO — Homicide detectives have taken over the investigation into the deaths of billionaire Barry Sherman and his wife Honey after autopsies revealed the couple died from “ligature neck compression,” Toronto police said Sunday night. Police issued a brief statement, but refused to comment further about the deaths of the couple, who were found in their […]
  
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• Screen industry willing to weather job storm to end sexual misconduct

  18-12-2017 15:10
  TORONTO — When Kelowna, B.C., animator Jeff Saamanen recently heard that a Louis C.K. series he was hired for had been shelved due to the comedian’s admissions of sexual misconduct, he was conflicted. On the one hand, he was concerned for his immediate financial future and how it would affect his colleagues also working on the high-profile production that was […]
  
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• Officials to apologize to former firefighter over alleged discrimination

  18-12-2017 15:00
  HALIFAX — Municipal officials in Halifax will offer an apology today to a former firefighter who waged a 12-year battle against what she says was “systemic” gender discrimination. Liane Tessier said last week that a settlement was reached with the city after years of complaints about abusive and disrespectful behaviour from her male counterparts. Tessier […]
  
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• Canadian grocers make $3M per year from penny-rounding: UBC study

  18-12-2017 14:15
  VANCOUVER — Grocery stores across the country are cashing in on the demise of the penny, according to a young researcher at the University of British Columbia. Third-year economics and mathematics student Christina Cheng has written a paper that says Canadian grocers are making $3.27 million per year from penny-rounding. Ottawa announced plans in 2012 […]
  
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• Bill Morneau voted Canadian Press 2017 business newsmaker of the year

  18-12-2017 03:28
  OTTAWA — When 2017 dawned, Finance Minister Bill Morneau was presiding over the early stages of an economic resurgence that would lift growth beyond expectations, create jobs at an impressive clip and help shave billions off his projected budgetary deficits. What a difference a year makes. As the holidays loom, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s financial lieutenant is likely licking his wounds after months spent […]
  
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• ‘A unique Canadian problem:’ Goalie rental apps connect teams with netminders

  18-12-2017 00:00
  MONTREAL — His netminding skills may not rival those of the Montreal Canadiens’ Carey Price, but Jacques Gravel has saved many a hockey game. And at about $40 a game, Gravel comes considerably cheaper than Price, who commands an eight-year, $84 million contract. Gravel is one of the growing number of goaltenders offering his services […]
  
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