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• Horwath motion calls for universal access to drug coverage, dental care

  27-03-2018 23:54
  QUEEN’S PARK – Ontario NDP leader Andrea Horwath has introduced a motion at Queen’s Park to give all Ontarians pharmacare and dental care now, regardless of age, income, job status or health status. “I love Ontario, and I want everyone to be able to build their best life, right here,” said Horwath. “But too many people in […]
  
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• Enter for a chance to win a pair of tickets to 9 to 5 The Musical!

  27-03-2018 23:42
  The Musical Comedy Guild of Sault Ste. Marie is proud to announce a high energy musical, featuring music and lyrics by 8-time Grammy Award Winner Dolly Parton and the book by the movie’s screenwriter Patricia Resnick. This hilarious story is based on the Tony Award-nominated, country music-infused 1980 hit movie of the same name. 9 […]
  
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• BARNES, Samuel G

  27-03-2018 23:39
  Passed away peacefully at the F. J. Davey Home on Friday, March 23, 2018 at the age of 87. Beloved husband of Shirley for 65 years. Loved father of Simon (Michelle) and the late Robert and Brodie. Grandad to Simon Jr. and Brodie Jr.. Dear Brother of Bob (Veronica). In respecting Samuel’s wishes there will […]
  
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• ELLIOTT, Colin Benjamin

  27-03-2018 23:19
  Peacefully at Kirkwood Place (Oak Lodge) Sudbury on Monday, March 26, 2018 at the age of 73. Beloved husband of the late Margaret. Loving father of Mark (Patti) and Craig (Tami). Cherished grandpa of Susie, Megan, Taylor, Cali-Anna and Delaney. Predeceased by his parents Russell and Joyce Elliott. Dear brother of Russell Virley Elliott (Gwenne), […]
  
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• Local 1359 head says joint effort will help bring hospitals back to table

  27-03-2018 22:23 via saultstar.com
  
  Three of Canada’s largest unions are banking that power in numbers will prompt Ontario hospitals to return to bargaining tables.Ontario Council of Hospital Unions of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (OCHU/CUPE), SEIU Healthcare and Unifor, have joined forces to seek a negotiated agreement on behalf of 75,000 nurses, personal support workers,
  
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• Councillor considering reconsideration motion after wolf escape

  27-03-2018 21:39 via saultstar.com
  
  A recent wolf escape from Spruce HavenNature Park is causing at least one citycouncillor to rethink whether the zooshould be exempt from a city bylawcurrently being drafted.
  
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• Only use electronics, appliances and devices that are certified for use in Canada. It's not worth the risk!… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  27-03-2018 21:05 via twitter.com
  Only use electronics, appliances and devices that are certified for use in Canada. It's not worth the risk!… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Calgary police officer shot, male officer in stable condition, suspect dead

  27-03-2018 21:03
  CALGARY — A police officer has been shot in northeast Calgary and has been taken to hospital. Police say the man is in stable condition. The extent of his injuries was not released. Police say the “active situation” involving a firearm in the Abbeydale neighbourhood has concluded and the suspect has been found dead. People in […]
  
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• NEAL, Donald Wellington C.D.

  27-03-2018 20:45
  Peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital on Monday, March 26, 2018 in his 86th year. Beloved husband of 64 years to Laurene (nee Snell). Loving father of  Don (Helen) Neal and Debbie (Gary) Collins. Proud grandpa of Kevin, Chris (Jamie) Robinson, Kyle, Sarah (Les) Deruiter, Kristy (Ryan) Conroy.  Great grandpa of Christian, Ainsley, Tess, Lorelei, […]
  
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• Passport to Career Success – Motivated Youth and Mentors Wanted

  27-03-2018 20:38
  The Youth Career Mentorship Program (YCMP) is a new pilot program unlike anything currently offered in the Algoma region. YCMP will connect local youth ages 16 to 20 with an experienced mentor and a chance to learn about a dream career and the path it takes to get there. The program is an initiative of […]
  
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• Breaking the ice

  27-03-2018 20:29 via saultstar.com
  
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• INGRAM, Alfred

  27-03-2018 19:29
  Peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital on Thursday March 22, 2018 at the age of 73. Father of Carol Brown, Christine Ingram, Karen Blais (Danny) and James (Jimmy) Niemi.  Grandfather of 7 and great grandfather of 3. Brother of Don (Dorothy), Mel (Dale), Jack (Pearl), Bob, Jim (Deloris), Dale (Cathy), Jerry (Leslie), Linda Rebbe (Joe), […]
  
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• WRONA, Eva

  27-03-2018 19:25
  Peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital, with her family by her side on Wednesday, March 21, 2018 in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Louis Wrona. Loving mother of Mary Louise Wrona, Theresa Folz (Willard), Robert Wrona (Marlene) and Darlene Wrona. Proud grandmother of Christopher Folz. Great grandmother of Joshua and Abigail Folz. […]
  
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• New partnerships planned for Old Stone House site

  27-03-2018 19:22 via saultstar.com
  
  Expanded display panels, a gender-free washroom and partnerships with more community groups are ways Ermatinger-Clergue National Historic Site plans to make its location more diverse and inclusive.
  
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• MCKENNEY, Brenda Ellen (nee- Nieminen)

  27-03-2018 19:21
  After a courageously fought 2 year battle at the tender age of 55, Brenda peacefully left this world with her loving family by her side to go be with her parents on March 23, 2018 at ARCH Hospice. She is survived by the love of her life Jeffrey McKenney.  She will be forever cherished by […]
  
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• With the snow melting and warmer temperatures starting to return - it's important to inspect and clean your BBQ bef… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  27-03-2018 19:20 via twitter.com
  With the snow melting and warmer temperatures starting to return - it's important to inspect and clean your BBQ bef… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Watershed Statement Issued

  27-03-2018 18:30
  The Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority would like to issue a watershed conditions statement to residents in regard to current watershed conditions. The weather forecast for the next few days indicates a continuing warming trend with precipitation amounts of 5-10 mm on Tuesday March 27, 2018 and no significant rainfall amounts are currently forecast. […]
  
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• Teen wins $1,000 per week for life with ticket bought to celebrate 18th birthday

  27-03-2018 17:41
  MONTREAL — A Quebec teen who bought a lottery ticket for the first time to celebrate her entry into adulthood has walked away with $1,000 a week for the rest of her life. Charlie Lagarde won the grand prize in the Gagnant a Vie lottery. Lagarde, who hails from the Monteregie area just southeast of […]
  
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• Dead man found

  27-03-2018 17:36 via saultstar.com
  
  A dead man was found in a vehicle on Highway 17.
  
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• Canada, provinces lack clear plan to adapt to climate change, auditors say

  27-03-2018 16:47
  OTTAWA — A new audit says neither Ottawa nor the provinces have really assessed the risks a changing climate poses to the country and have no real idea what might be needed to adapt to it. The joint audit, conducted by federal environment commissioner Julie Gelfand and auditors general in nine provinces, looks at climate […]
  
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• Purses stolen, trio charged

  27-03-2018 16:43 via saultstar.com
  
  Two purses were taken from a gas station in Spanish on Friday.
  
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• Canadian customs facilities in the U.S.? Americans say it could happen soon

  27-03-2018 16:34
  WASHINGTON — Canada could soon have its first customs facilities inside the United States, says an American official who cites Florida and Arizona as potential sites for pilot projects in ongoing experiments to modernize the border. This would come decades after American preclearance facilities were first placed at major Canadian airports, where travellers have long […]
  
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• Canada gives border security extra powers to crack down on cheap steel, aluminum

  27-03-2018 16:30
  he federal government is taking steps to crack down on companies that try to ship cheap foreign steel and aluminum through the Canadian market. Canada Border Services Agency is being granted extra powers to identify businesses that try to dodge import duties and more flexibility to determine whether prices in countries of origin are reliable […]
  
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• Social Services Easter Weekend Office Closures

  27-03-2018 16:21
  Social Services offices; including Ontario Works, Housing Services and Early Years Services; will be closed on Friday, March 30th and Monday, April 2nd over the Easter weekend. Regular Social Service operations will resume on Tuesday, April 3, 2018.
  
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• Province Providing Free Preschool Child Care for Children Aged 2.5 to Kindergarten

  27-03-2018 16:17
  Today Premier Kathleen Wynne announced that full-day licensed child care will become free for preschool children from the age of two-and-a-half until they are eligible to start kindergarten, beginning in 2020. Free preschool child care will save families an estimated $17,000 per child, allow parents to go back to work when they choose and help […]
  
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• Reminder - Walking has been cancelled at the @Essar_Centre and Northern Community Centre on Good Friday, March 30.… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  27-03-2018 15:35 via twitter.com
  Reminder - Walking has been cancelled at the @Essar_Centre and Northern Community Centre on Good Friday, March 30.… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Walk this way, or that way, on Mighty Mac

  27-03-2018 13:53 via saultstar.com
  
  Participants in the 2018 Mackinac Bridge walk on Labour Day have a new option.
  
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• Tony and the Time Machine – A Barbershop Odyssey

  27-03-2018 08:06
  The NORTHLAND BARBERSHOP CHORUS of the Sault, Ontario Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society is proud to announce its 54th Annual Show will be presented Sat. April 7th, 2018 starting at 7:30 p.m. at the Sault Community Theatre Centre. Show info can be found  HERE Tony and the Time Machine – A Barbershop Odyssey The […]
  
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• Thunderbirds are going to game 7

  27-03-2018 07:51
  A series is not over until it’s over! That’s what the Soo Thunderbirds have proved so far in this NOJHL West Division semifinal series against the Soo Eagles. After picking up a big 3-0 victory in game 5 last Saturday at the John Rhodes Community Centre and cutting the series lead to 3-2, the Soo […]
  
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• Ideas to get real at Maker North

  27-03-2018 06:39 via saultthisweek.com
  
  An eclectic trio of partners soon will open a place in Sault Ste. Marie to fill what they see as a major gap.
  
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• New NPO talks for mental health

  27-03-2018 06:35 via saultthisweek.com
  A recently-formed nonprofit is trying to do a part in eliminating the stigma surrounding addictions and mental illness in Sault Ste. Marie.
  
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• Religious leaders oppose Sudbury casino

  27-03-2018 05:47 via saultstar.com
  
  Saying it would lead to increased ‘family breakdown, depression, addiction, bankruptcies and crime,’ 40 faith leaders in Sudbury have signed a joint letter opposing a new casino on The Kingsway.
  
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• Local control sought over landfill plans

  27-03-2018 05:42 via saultthisweek.com
  A movement opposing Ontario legislation regarding the approval of landfill sites has gained momentum in southern Ontario.
  
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• Zoo By-Law Information Session Moves Location

  27-03-2018 03:35
  An information session concerning City council’s recent decision on grandfathering Spruce Haven Zoo originally planned at the main public library has been changed to a new location. The group issued the following Monday: We are a group local residents who are concerned about City Council’s decision to grandfather Spruce Haven Zoo into the city’s new […]
  
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• Sheehan Continues to Advocate on the National Opioid Crisis

  27-03-2018 00:11
  Today during Question Period in the House of Commons Chamber, Sheehan asked the Minister of Health, the Honourable Ginette Petitpas-Taylor, for an update on the government’s most recent actions in dealing with the national opioid health crisis. Sheehan is concerned for individuals and families in the Sault who are battling addictions. “People need help and they […]
  
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• Freighter Fans Gathered for Midnight Opening of Shipping Season – UP Michigan Soo Locks

  27-03-2018 00:03
  The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District, officially opened the Soo locks at 12:01 am – March 25th, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, marking the beginning of the 2018 Great Lakes shipping season. The 1,000-foot, diesel powered, American Steamship Co., ‘American Century’ entered the Poe Lock early Sunday morning by heading upbound into Lake […]
  
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