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• Being Prepared Can Be A Lifesaver

  05-01-2018 23:41
  Members of the Sault Ste. Marie Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to remind members of the public that being prepared for winter driving can save your life. With the inclement cold weather in the area this weekend OPP remind drivers to be aware what to do should you become stuck or […]
  
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• Pipe thawing starts fire

  05-01-2018 23:01 via saultstar.com
  
  A fire that destroyed a residential garage on Friday started when a homeowner used a propane torch to thaw hot water pipes.
  
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• ARMSTRONG, Theresa (Ianni)

  05-01-2018 22:50
  Peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital on Thursday January 4, 2018, Theresa Armstrong in her 92nd year. She will be remembered by her children Sheril Armstrong (Bob Benoit), Ian Armstrong and her granddaughter Rachel. Predeceased by her parents Marianna and Giuseppe Ianni. Sister of Sylvia Devinec, Sister Barbara Ianni, Frank Ianni and the late Ron […]
  
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• Economic experts say broad-based strength explains 40-year-low jobless rate

  05-01-2018 22:37
  CALGARY — Economists used words like “unbelievable,” “astonishing” and “impressive” to describe 13 straight months of job creation in Canada that culminated in a more-than-40-year-low unemployment rate of 5.7 per cent in December. But they also warned Friday the economic swell will likely result in the Bank of Canada raising its key overnight interest rate by […]
  
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• FAUBERT, Thelma Irene

  05-01-2018 22:20
  It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our mother,  grandmother and great grandmother on Tuesday, January 2, 2018 two weeks prior to her 96th birthday.  She will be reunited with her husband Roland Faubert. She will be lovingly remembered by her only son Tim and his wife Lillian. Dearly missed by […]
  
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• Super artist at work

  05-01-2018 22:17 via saultstar.com
  
  Tra Shaganash, 5, focuses on colouring his Incredible Hulk mask
  
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• PASQUALE (King), Elizabeth “Betty”

  05-01-2018 22:11
  It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dearly loved sister Betty, on Thursday, January 4, 2018 at the age of 76. With her family by her side, she peacefully slipped away at the Sault Area Hospital. Predeceased by her parents Lawrence DiPasquale and Angeline DiPasquale-King, brothers Bob […]
  
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• Council to debate motions to improve budgetting

  05-01-2018 21:06 via saultstar.com
  
  City council will debate two councilresolutions Monday geared to providemore and continuous information tocouncillors to aid them in theirdecision-making process.
  
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• Open house will introduce transit changes

  05-01-2018 20:36 via saultstar.com
  
  Transit users are invited to an openhouse to review the completed TransitOptimization Study and provide input onthe proposed new route designs.
  
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• Judge considers sentence for drug explosion

  05-01-2018 20:12 via saultstar.com
  
  A judge needs more time to decide what punishment a Blind River man will face after he caused an his explosion in his apartment when making hash oil from marijuana.
  
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• ‘Respected’ game fish’s fight never fails to challenge

  05-01-2018 19:52 via saultstar.com
  
  “There’s a lot of great splake lakes around here, ”says Tom Alton after dismounting his snowmobile onto the ice of a large circular Lake North of Geraldton, “and a few that consistently produce big fish.”Partner Gord Ellis and I are familiar with the high-calibre angling found in the Greenstone region of Northwestern Ontario and hurriedly rig rods
  
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• Scientists warn of vanishing oxygen in oceans, including Canadian waters

  05-01-2018 19:32
  Almost two dozen scientists from around the world are issuing a warning about an often-overlooked side effect of climate change and pollution. They say oxygen is disappearing from increasingly large areas of ocean and threatening marine life. Researchers say in a paper published this week that the problem has been growing since the 1950s, and […]
  
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• Paramedics Plan Rally at City Hall

  05-01-2018 18:48
  The union representing 54 paramedics that work in the EMS division of Sault Fire Services is looking for community support in order to get a new contract. “Unifor Local 1359 is requesting the support of citizens of Sault Ste. Marie as well as the support of all our Sister’s and Brother’s in the Labour movement.  […]
  
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• ROOLEY–JOHNSTON, Brenda Lee Margaret

  05-01-2018 18:33
  Passed away peacefully with family by her side on Thursday, January 4, 2018 in her 59th year. Loving wife of David Johnston for 17 years. Proud mother of Jason (Alison), Tyler (Ashlyn), Meghan and David Jr.  Cherished grandma of Hunter and Liam. Daughter of Francis Devoe and the late William “Bill” Devoe.  Sister of Bill […]
  
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• Man arrested for stolen wallet; owners of tap cards beware!

  05-01-2018 18:22
  On January 4th, 2017 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested 47 year old Jerry Leveille of Queen Street East for theft under $5,000. It is alleged that on December 18th, 2017 the accused stole a wallet from a person at a downtown business.  The accused then used […]
  
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• On January 4th, 2017 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested... fb.me/56k6YllLM

  05-01-2018 17:50 via twitter.com
  On January 4th, 2017 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested... fb.me/56k6YllLM
  
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• JURCZENKO, Christine

  05-01-2018 17:48
  ∼December 14, 1923 – January 3, 2018∼ It is with mixed emotions that the family of Christine Jurczenko, announces her passing at a local nursing home on Wednesday, January 3, 2018. Christine in her 94th year is predeceased by her husband Ivan, and is survived by her son Gunther, grandchildren Michael (MaryAnn) and Michele (Mike), […]
  
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• On January 4th, 2017 officers with the Investigation Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service... fb.me/OlNp4hAG

  05-01-2018 17:30 via twitter.com
  On January 4th, 2017 officers with the Investigation Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service... fb.me/OlNp4hAG
  
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• Male Arrested for Aggravated Assault #Sault #Police #SaultNews #TheSoo - news.ssmps.ca/EN/News/index.…

  05-01-2018 17:30 via twitter.com
  Male Arrested for Aggravated Assault #Sault #Police #SaultNews #TheSoo - news.ssmps.ca/EN/News/index.…
  
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• Elderly Ontario woman seeks husband; both die in bitter cold: police

  05-01-2018 17:15
  EXETER, Ont. — An elderly woman who went to check on her husband on their southwestern Ontario property died outdoors from extreme cold this week, while her spouse was found dead after a medical episode. Ontario Provincial Police say officers were called to check on the well-being of the couple in the Exeter area around […]
  
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• Today is the last day from 3 - 4:30 pm at the Northern Community Centre! Drop in and play! #getoutgetactiveSSM twitter.com/ActiveSault/st…

  05-01-2018 17:12 via twitter.com
  Today is the last day from 3 - 4:30 pm at the Northern Community Centre! Drop in and play! #getoutgetactiveSSM twitter.com/ActiveSault/st…
  
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• On January 4th, 2017 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested... fb.me/9xyGQnPIR

  05-01-2018 17:00 via twitter.com
  On January 4th, 2017 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested... fb.me/9xyGQnPIR
  
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• Snowshoe or Ski at Stokely to Support ARCH Hospice

  05-01-2018 16:35
  Winter in the north is always breathtaking, especially after so much snowfall. Consider buying tickets for our 3rd annual Chocolate Express on January 14, 2018 at Stoke Creek Lodge, and experience the wonderland with your family and friends. Last year, over 400 participants skied and snowshoed in a memorable afternoon of chocolatey treats and lighthearted […]
  
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• Fierce storm causes storm surges, extensive power outages in Atlantic Canada

  05-01-2018 16:07
  HALIFAX — Tens of thousands of people were waking up in the dark this morning after a ferocious storm blasted through Atlantic Canada, flooding coastal roads, battering sailboats and downing trees with hurricane-force winds. Nova Scotia Power says 125,000 customers were without electricity in an area that stretched from one end of the province to […]
  
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• FAMILY LIFE: Plenty of Family Fun in January!

  05-01-2018 16:00
  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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• Unemployment rate tumbles to 5.7% to reach lowest mark in more than 40 years

  05-01-2018 15:54
  OTTAWA — The unemployment rate fell to its lowest level in more than 40 years as Canada closed out a calendar year that saw it produce jobs at a pace not seen since 2002. Statistics Canada reported Friday that the unemployment rate dropped to 5.7 per cent in December, down from 5.9 per cent the […]
  
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• LAANEMAA, Adele (nee Juhkam)

  05-01-2018 15:10
  Passed away suddenly at the Sault Area Hospital on December 29, 2017. Survived by her loving husband Elmar. She will forever be missed by her daughters Linda (Rob) Rock and Rita (Carl) Bumbacco. Kindest grandmother to Hilary and Shane Rock and Carly and the late Luke Bumbacco. Aunt to Evald (Barbara) Timusk and Elmar (Lilli) […]
  
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• Schultz resigns from Soulpepper

  05-01-2018 14:14 via saultstar.com
  
  Albert Schultz is out as artistic director of Soulpepper Theatre Company after four actresses, including a Sault Ste. Marie native, accused him of sexual assault.
  
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• Elderly Exeter area couple, Grant and Ada Triebner, died outside their farmhouse

  05-01-2018 02:59 via saultthisweek.com
  
  An elderly couple who died together inthe brutal cold outside their farmhouseare remembered by neighbours as aninseparable pair who loved living intheir rural Huron County home.
  
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• OPP issue warning because of 3 fatal collisions in the past 24 hours

  05-01-2018 00:23
  SAFE WINTER DRIVING IS IMPERATIVE Sault Ste. Marie Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) advise the motoring public to remain diligent throughout their travels on locals highways. There have been 3 fatal motor vehicle collisions in the past 24 hours within the North East Region highways. Staff Sergeant Michael Maville-Detachment Commander, Sault Ste. Marie OPP would like […]
  
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