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• 71 year old charged for domestic violence

  22-01-2018 23:55
  On January 21st, 2018 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested a 71 year old male from Sault Ste. Marie as a result of a domestic violence incident. It is alleged that in November of 2017 the accused forcibly confined a female victim to a residence, and assaulted her when […]
  
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• Senior charged in violent domestic matter

  22-01-2018 23:37 via saultstar.com
  
  A Sault Ste. Marie senior faces a number of charges relating to a domestic violence matter.On Sunday, police arrested the man, 71, after police say that in November, the accused forcibly confined a female victim to a residence, and assaulted her when she tried to leave. On Saturday, police say the accused pushed the victim to a bed and sexually ass
  
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• Special guest appearance at tonight’s meeting! Who’s ready for some winter fun? https://t.co/QVtmuvQqV8

  22-01-2018 22:41 via twitter.com
  
  Special guest appearance at tonight’s meeting! Who’s ready for some winter fun? https://t.co/QVtmuvQqV8
  
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• Sault Ste. Marie man charged after pointing realistic BB gun at police - CBC.ca

  22-01-2018 22:37 via cbc.ca
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  Sault Ste. Marie man charged after pointing realistic BB gun at police
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  It's not wise to try to fake out the Sault Ste. Marie Police. Last Friday, a man who answered his door to police and held up what looked like a handgun is facing several charges. He put the gun down only after several commands to do so. It turned out ...
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• Paramedics union says strike possible if no pact reached by week’s end; city of Sault Ste. Marie negotiating a deal ‘fair’ to employees, ‘affordable’ for taxpayers

  22-01-2018 22:09 via saultstar.com
  
  Should no deal between the city andits paramedics be hammered out byweek’s end, pickets could be up bymid-February, says the unionrepresenting the 54 health-careworkers employed in the EMS divisionof Sault Ste. Marie Fire Services.“Ifnot, we’re at an impasse and the clockis ticking,” Laurie Lessard-Brown,president of Unifor Local 1359, tol
  
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• Union says strike possible if no pact reached by week’s end; city negotiating a deal ‘fair’ to employees, ‘affordable’ for taxpayers

  22-01-2018 21:33 via saultstar.com
  
  Should no deal between the city and its paramedics be hammered out by week’s end, pickets could be up by mid-February, says the union representing the 54 health-care workers employed in the EMS division of Sault Ste. Marie Fire Services.“If not, we’re at an impasse and the clock is ticking,” Laurie Lessard-Brown, president of Unifor Local 1359, tol
  
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• Man faces weapons charges

  22-01-2018 21:19 via saultstar.com
  
  A Sault Ste. Marie man faces weapons offence charges after police say the accused pointed what turned out to be “a very realistic” BB gun at officers.On Friday, at approximately 9:40 p.m., officers attended the accused’s residence regarding a noise complaint. Police knocked on the door and, when the accused answered, he was pointing a handgun at th
  
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• On January 21st, 2018 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested... fb.me/95FwyGTqg

  22-01-2018 21:01 via twitter.com
  On January 21st, 2018 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested... fb.me/95FwyGTqg
  
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• Sears employees, pensioners alarmed by insolvency fees, lawyers say

  22-01-2018 21:00
  TORONTO — Sears Canada pensioners, former and current employees say the nearly $52.9 million in professional fees paid by the shuttered retailer during the insolvency process is alarming and concerning, their lawyers told an Ontario court today, noting they reserve the right to challenge them at a later date. Andrew Hatnay, a lawyer representing Sears […]
  
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• Open-air burning permits are required all year round. The guidelines remain the same for all @CitySSM residents at… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  22-01-2018 21:00 via twitter.com
  Open-air burning permits are required all year round. The guidelines remain the same for all @CitySSM residents at… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• On January 20th, 2018 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested... fb.me/2r7AI9UF9

  22-01-2018 20:46 via twitter.com
  On January 20th, 2018 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested... fb.me/2r7AI9UF9
  
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• Man answers door, Points gun at police

  22-01-2018 20:41
  On January 19th, 2018 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested 36 year old Steven Aguonie of Wellington Street East for weapons offences. At approximately 9:40 p.m. officers attended the accused’s residence regarding a noise complaint. Officers knocked on the door and when the accused answered the door […]
  
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• On January 19th, 2018 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested... fb.me/YdsEVY8P

  22-01-2018 20:31 via twitter.com
  On January 19th, 2018 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested... fb.me/YdsEVY8P
  
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• Male Arrested for Pointing a Firearm #Sault #Police #SaultNews #TheSoo - news.ssmps.ca/EN/News/index.…

  22-01-2018 20:30 via twitter.com
  Male Arrested for Pointing a Firearm #Sault #Police #SaultNews #TheSoo - news.ssmps.ca/EN/News/index.…
  
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• TESSIER, Helen

  22-01-2018 20:27
  Passed into the loving arms of Jesus in the presence of her family at the Sault Area Hospital on Sunday, January 21, 2018. Helen is now reunited with her beloved husband, Clyde. Cherished mother of Dianne Behrend (Butch), Elaine Rancourt (Dennis), Denise Foster (Glen), Therese LePage (Mark), Jeanie Chapman (Brian) and Brian Tessier (Shauna). Loving […]
  
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• Any steak specials? RCMP dashcam catches cougar in front of Banff grocery store

  22-01-2018 19:53
  BANFF, Alta. — An RCMP officer on a traffic stop in Banff caught more than he expected on his car’s dash camera. The video, which shows the constable talking to a motorist, captured a cougar dashing by a couple of metres away — in front of a grocery store. It shows the officer turning his head to […]
  
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• OPP & OFSC Kick Off Safe Snowmobile Week

  22-01-2018 19:43
  The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to 27 snowmobile deaths during the 2016-2017 season, marking the highest number of fatalities since the winter of 2003-2004. Last season was also the worst on record for snowmobilers whose ride took a tragic turn while travelling on frozen waterways. One third (9) of last season’s victims died as […]
  
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• Sault EMS Information Rally Today

  22-01-2018 18:57
  UNIFOR Local 1359 EMS Bargaining – Potential Strike and Reduction in Services Unifor Local 1359 is requesting the support of citizens of Sault Ste. Marie, Local 1359 membership as well as the support of all our Sister’s and Brother’s in the Labour movement.  We need full participation at an information rally taking place, Monday, January […]
  
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• REED, William

  22-01-2018 18:01
  Passed away peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital at 82 years old. Beloved father of Sherrie (Sonja Braddock), John (Betty Joe), Lorraine (Marcel Huys), Suzanne Hartfod (Rod) and the late Stephen. Grandfather of Aaron, Noah, Evin and Taylor Reed-Orr. Beloved brother of Judy Routledge (Robbie), Carol Naphan (late Paul), late Joe (Rita), late Isabelle King […]
  
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• Crane Institute for Sustainability Climate Change Event

  22-01-2018 17:45
  On Thursday, January 25, 2018, The Crane Institute for Sustainability is delighted to announce the first in a series of Sault Ste. Marie climate change events for the public. The Crane Institute for Sustainability is a local not for profit organization engaged in sustainability and health promotion activities. This first event, which will focus on […]
  
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• Sault hosting Crank The Shield cycling race

  22-01-2018 17:34
  Hundreds of mountain bike racers and enthusiasts from across North America will be peddling in and around Sault Ste. Marie this summer. The community has been selected to host Crank The Shield, a multi‐day cycling odyssey. Taking place August 17 to 19, the event was secured by Tourism Sault Ste. Marie. “Our team is always […]
  
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• 60 Jobs Available at Sutherland Job Fair

  22-01-2018 17:25
  Employment Solutions in partnership with Sutherland will be hosting a Job Fair on January 31st, from 10:00am to 2:00pm. The Job Fair will be held at Employment Solutions located at 421 Bay Street, 4th Floor, Station Tower. Sutherland is seeking 60 motivated and passionate individuals to join Sutherland’s Technical Customer Service program team in the […]
  
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• On January 19th, 2018 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested... fb.me/9iFhAMgfw

  22-01-2018 16:01 via twitter.com
  On January 19th, 2018 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested... fb.me/9iFhAMgfw
  
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• Heavy Snow Expected To Arrive Mid-Afternoon

  22-01-2018 15:56
  Just as the roads were becoming clear and dry, a Colorado Low promises to dump anywhere from 10 to 20cm in the Sault and Area starting around 3pm and lasting through to Tuesday afternoon. Snowfall warning in effect for: Sault Ste. Marie – St. Joseph Island Searchmont – Montreal River Harbour – Batchawana Bay Snowfall, […]
  
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• In Memory of Jake Langille “A Fighter till the end”

  22-01-2018 15:36
  ∼December 16, 1989 – January 22, 2017∼ Jake came into this world a fighter, having spent the first week of his life in hospital and his first drive home from the Soo in a blizzard on Christmas eve. Jake was a sweet, gentle child who was always happy and enjoyed BMX racing, skateboarding, hockey and […]
  
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• CARGILL, Lilian

  22-01-2018 15:24
  Passed away peacefully at ARCH on Friday, January 19, 2018 at the age of 88. Lilian is now reunited with her beloved husband William. Cherished Mother of Shona, Billy (Tina), Donna Boudreau (Butch) and David. Grandmother of 12 and Great Grandmother of 5. She will be missed by her extended family in Scotland. Memorial donations […]
  
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• UPDATE: Collision Knocks Out Power

  22-01-2018 13:30
  UPDATE: A majority of customers have been restored, 46 customers remain off in the area of Allen Street and Albert Street West of Allen Street. Crews are onsite making repairs. Previous The Sault Ste. Marie PUC report a power outage Monday morning due to a motor vehicle collision at around 6:06 am About 404 customers […]
  
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• Collision Knocks Out Power

  22-01-2018 13:30
  The Sault Ste. Marie PUC report a power outage Monday morning due to a motor vehicle collision at around 6:06 am About 404 customers in the areas of Cathcart St. south to Queen Street West; Huron street west to West Street are affected. No other details are currently available.
  
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• Caruso leads Thunderbirds past Express

  22-01-2018 13:23
  After getting shutout by the Soo Eagles 3-0 on Saturday night and having their five game unbeaten streak snapped, the Soo Thunderbirds concluded their three game weekend on Sunday afternoon as they took on the last place Espanola Express at the John Rhodes Community Centre. Sunday afternoon’s game was a one sided matchup as the […]
  
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• Was sold out, but now $130K could get you on a dive to the Titanic off Newfoundland

  22-01-2018 06:05
  ST. JOHN’S, N.L. — Are you a risk-taking adventurer with $130,000 to spare? The first manned survey of the rusting RMS Titanic in 13 years will depart in June from St. John’s, N.L. — and they’re still taking applications. “It’s not for somebody who’s frail but it’s not as strenuous as, say, climbing a major mountain […]
  
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• Here’s something you don’t see every day…if ever!? (Video)

  22-01-2018 03:33
  Joseph Skouris went fishing with his Dad Joe Dumanski, and a chubby little fella appeared on the scene and tried to steal their fish! When Saultonline asked Skouris where they were fishing at the time, he told us with a laugh, “Oh up north, in behind Echo Bay” That’s code for… ‘I’m not telling you […]
  
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• Environmental Farm Plan holding 2 February workshops

  22-01-2018 01:50 via saultstar.com
  
  It’s an opportunity for farmers to increase their environmental awareness.A Environmental Farm Plan seminar is scheduled to be held in on Feb. 7 and Feb. 14. The program designed by farmers and implemented by Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association is a voluntary assessment to increase environmental awareness in up to 23 different areas. Land
  
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