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• Emergency Situation With Art Gallery Building

  20-12-2017 23:21
  The Art Gallery of Algoma (AGA) is going through an emergency situation, facing major building issues that will have impact on the exhibitions and programming. In early December there was a major leak in the storage area along the outside east wall of the building. We were fortunate not to have any damage to the […]
  
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• Province must move more quickly to remove animals from Michipicoten Island, First Nation official warns

  20-12-2017 23:16 via saultstar.com
  
  Recent data from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry suggest that plans to rescue some of the threatened caribou herd from Michipicoten Island might have to be revamped. Following a Dec. 14 phone call with Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry personnel in Thunder Bay and Peterborough, Ont., Leo LaPiano, Michipicoten First Nation La
  
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• Man behind Christmas display dies after ladder falls from roof

  20-12-2017 22:24
  An Ontario man known for decking his house in brilliant Christmas lights for more than three decades died this week after falling from his roof while tending to the annual display, his family said as members of the community mourned his death. The family of Douglas Musson of Burlington, Ont., said the 82-year-old had been […]
  
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• Wanted Wednesday: Brodie Robert Barnes

  20-12-2017 22:03
  Crime Stoppers in partnership with the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service are seeking tips regarding the whereabouts of Brodie Robert Barnes, 28, who is wanted for: CC 267(A) ASSAULT WITH A WEAPON CC 344(1)(A.1) ROBBERY USING FIREARM CC 349(1) UNLAWFULLY IN DWELLING HOUSE CC 88 POSSES WEAPON DANGEROUS PURPOSE CC 145(3) BREACH OF RECOGNIZANCE CC […]
  
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• Poppy donations leave vet 'in shock'

  20-12-2017 21:50 via saultstar.com
  
  Paul Paolini heard the call and volunteered to help during Royal Canadian Legion Branch 25's poppy campaign.
  
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• It can be cold and snowy out there at 5 am for our Public Works crews, but photos sent to us like this make it all… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  20-12-2017 21:28 via twitter.com
  It can be cold and snowy out there at 5 am for our Public Works crews, but photos sent to us like this make it all… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Labour/Operator - Apply now! More info: saultstemarie.ca/jobs #saultjobs https://t.co/XbX8Ze3zCu

  20-12-2017 21:15 via twitter.com
  
  Labour/Operator - Apply now! More info: saultstemarie.ca/jobs#saultjobs https://t.co/XbX8Ze3zCu
  
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• PENNER, Edward

  20-12-2017 20:55
  January 3, 1920 – December 17, 2017 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear father. Dad was predeceased by our mother Joan [Hodsdon] who died in 2003 and our sister Terry [Arthur] who died in 2000. Father of Susan [Mario], Patricia [Euclid], Tim [Rita] and Robin. Grandfather of 12 […]
  
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• PIRAINO, Natalia (Lina)

  20-12-2017 20:38
  December 25, 1924 – December 19, 2017 Surrounded by her family, Lina entered into the waiting arms of her Lord and Saviour. Her focus and resolve through her many health battles was an inspiration to us. Beloved wife of Peter for 67 years. Mother of Sam (Shari), Anthony (Julia) and Frank (Toni Pilotti). Grandmother of […]
  
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• Did you happen to catch the test of the Alert Ready System, to learn more about when and how this emergency alert s… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  20-12-2017 20:03 via twitter.com
  Did you happen to catch the test of the Alert Ready System, to learn more about when and how this emergency alert s… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Holiday Reminder - Christmas trees and clean white packaging Styrofoam, towels, blankets and books can be dropped o… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  20-12-2017 19:33 via twitter.com
  Holiday Reminder - Christmas trees and clean white packaging Styrofoam, towels, blankets and books can be dropped o… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Special thanks to the staff at @shawtvssm for giving us a huge hand at #TheSoo #ChristmasCheer… instagram.com/p/Bc7yctsAQQN/

  20-12-2017 19:31 via twitter.com
  Special thanks to the staff at @shawtvssm for giving us a huge hand at #TheSoo #ChristmasCheer… instagram.com/p/Bc7yctsAQQN/
  
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• Special ticket pricing on now for 9 to 5 The Musical coming this spring!

  20-12-2017 19:12
  The Musical Comedy Guild of Sault Ste. Marie is proud to announce the upcoming high energy musical, featuring music and lyrics by Dolly Parton that premier’s this spring! The show runs April 12, 13, 14 and 15th 2018. Just in time for Christmas and to celebrate the anniversary of the theatrical release of 9 to […]
  
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• Ethics watchdog says Trudeau vacation on private island broke conflict rules

  20-12-2017 18:40
  OTTAWA — Federal ethics commissioner Mary Dawson has concluded that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau violated conflict of interest rules when he vacationed last Christmas at the private Bahamian island owned by the Aga Khan. Dawson says in a report today that Trudeau’s vacation broke conflict of interest law that prohibits a minister or any member […]
  
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• MEAROW, Annie (Nancy)

  20-12-2017 18:07
  On December 19, 2017 a mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother went to sleep peacefully at home. Beloved wife of the late Martin Mearow. Very loving mother of Patrica Larrett (Bryan) and Heather McMullin. Cherished grandmother of Joshua McMullin, Valerie Hurley (Raymond), Kathleen Houle (Glenn), Christopher Rose (Sherrie), Misty Larrett who was always brightening […]
  
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• Kaplan Arbitration Award

  20-12-2017 17:09
  Ontario colleges are very pleased with the arbitrator’s award, which is consistent with the colleges’ bargaining positions. The award enshrines the academic freedom policies that exist at most colleges while providing the same percentage salary increase that the colleges tabled before the strike started. “We have a workable award that is in the best interests […]
  
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• At least seven companies investigated in bread price -fixing probe

  20-12-2017 16:44
  OTTAWA — The Competition Bureau’s investigation into allegations of bread price fixing includes at least seven companies from bakery wholesalers and discount chains to Canada’s three major grocers, according to court documents. George Weston Ltd. (TSX:WN) and Loblaw Companies Ltd. (TSX:L) admitted Tuesday to participating in an industry-wide bread price-fixing arrangement for over a decade […]
  
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• Montreal suspends pit bull ban, will consult before reworking bylaw next year

  20-12-2017 16:36
  Montreal’s new administration has temporarily put on hold the city’s controversial ban on pit bull-type dogs. The city says it is suspending the ban as well as specific sections pertaining to the breed such as mandatory muzzling and special permits. The measures were ratified by the city’s executive committee today. Coun. Craig Sauve says a […]
  
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• Many hands help Christmas Cheer

  20-12-2017 16:22 via saultstar.com
  
  Teresa D'Angelo and her daughter, Alana D'Angelo, take a breather at the Christmas Cheer depot
  
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• Holiday Reminder - There is no garbage & recycling collection December 25 and January 1. Collection will be one day… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  20-12-2017 15:37 via twitter.com
  Holiday Reminder - There is no garbage & recycling collection December 25 and January 1. Collection will be one day… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Wawa-area crash kills one

  20-12-2017 14:57 via saultstar.com
  
  A single-vehicle crash south of Wawa late Tuesday killed the male driver.
  
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• Fatal Collision Near Wawa

  20-12-2017 14:21
  On Tuesday December 19, 2017 at approximately 11:15 pm members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Superior East (Wawa) Detachment responded to a fatal motor vehicle collision located on Highway 17 approximately 45 kilometres south of Wawa in the Brimacombe Township District of Algoma. The lone male driver of the northbound vehicle was pronounced deceased […]
  
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• Bridge crossings increased by 4.0 per cent for November

  20-12-2017 14:00
  The International Bridge Administration announced that one-way traffic crossings of the International Bridge at Sault Ste. Marie totaled 107,467 for the month of November 2017. This figure represents an increase of 4.0%, a difference of 4,178 crossings as compared to November 2016. Here is the drill down of one-way crossing statistics: Full-Fare Passenger Cars: 37,768 […]
  
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• Snow Squall Warning – December 20 2017 – Sault Ste. Marie Region - Net Newsledger

  20-12-2017 13:39 via netnewsledger.com
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  Snow Squall Warning – December 20 2017 – Sault Ste. Marie Region
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  SAULT STE MARIE – WEATHER – Environment Canada has issued snow squall warnings for the Sault Ste. Marie – St. Joesph Island district. The weather could impact highway travel on the Trans-Canada Highway. Snow squall warning in effect for: Sault Ste ...and more »
  
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• Only hybrid or electric cars for cabinet as Ottawa aims to cut emissions

  20-12-2017 02:00
  OTTAWA — The federal government is going to stop buying internal combustion cars for cabinet ministers starting next year, a new federal environment plan says. The Greening Government Strategy being unveiled today sets a goal to cut emissions from federal government buildings and vehicles at least 80 per cent compared with 2005 levels by 2050. The 15 […]
  
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• Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds' Morgan Frost Named CHL Player of the Week - hockeyfights.com

  20-12-2017 00:05 via hockeyfights.com
  Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds' Morgan Frost Named CHL Player of the Week
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  Toronto, ON – The Canadian Hockey League today announced that Morgan Frost of the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds is the CHL Player of the Week for the week ending December 17 after scoring four goals and four assists for eight points in three games with a ...and more »
  
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