Sault Ste. Marie news

• The Caverners to perform at Korah Collegiate!

  03-04-2018 23:43
  The Caverners, Canada’s Premier Beatle Show, is coming to perform in the Sault! And it’s not too late to get your tickets and rock out – all while supporting a great cause. The Caverners, who debuted in 1994 and have since been exciting audiences with their note perfect portrayal of the Beatles in concert, stem […]
  
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• THOMAS, Jeffrey Neil

  03-04-2018 23:02
  ∼November 22, 1966 – March 30, 2018∼ Passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on March 30, 2018 at the Thessalon Hospital. Loving father of Coty and Chelsya. Son of Maylon Thomas and Betty-Anne Cameron. Brother of Karen Senecal (Steve). Uncle to Brad Senecal. Special papa to Dallas and Denver Dow. Partner to Leanne […]
  
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• Martin Luther King: 50 years later, his mission not quite accomplished

  03-04-2018 22:47
  WASHINGTON — Just across the street from the scene where Martin Luther King Jr. was murdered 50 years ago Wednesday, a woman has stood vigil, day after day, for several decades, protesting against the site becoming a museum. Jacqueline Smith was the last resident of the Lorraine Motel in Memphis until she was evicted, carried out sobbing […]
  
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• TILLEY, Douglas

  03-04-2018 22:29
  Passed away suddenly at the Sault Area Hospital on Sunday, April 1, 2018 in his 84th year. Beloved husband of the late Martha and dear friend of Mary Gawant.  Dear father of Troy (Patrick) and Bill. Father-in-law of Suzanne. Dear grandpa of Grayson and Olivia, Shannon and Elijah (Kara) and great grandfather of 6. Brother […]
  
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• Alberta’s Notley heads to Toronto, U.S. to build support for pipelines

  03-04-2018 22:25
  EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Rachel Notley says she will soon be heading to Toronto and New York to rally support among business leaders for the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion. Notley says she will also take her message to a meeting of U.S. and Mexican governors and Canadian premiers in early May. The premier says it’s […]
  
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• BROADBENT, Gordon

  03-04-2018 22:20
  Unexpectedly at home on Monday, April 2, 2018 at the age of 69. Husband of Cheryl.  Caring father of Richard (Angie Rattu), Andrew (Crystal) and Mandy.  Proud grandfather of Anthony, Cassidy and Marissa. Dear brother of Jim, Geraldine McPhee (Doug), Tom (Nancy) and Judy Broadbent-Morris and predeceased by his siblings Bruce (late Helene), Viola Hill […]
  
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• Motion asks judge to get Algoma to pay port fees or don't trespass

  03-04-2018 21:22 via saultstar.com
  
  The Port of Algoma’s primary lenderwants a judge to send a simple messageto Algoma: if you use the port, abide bythe contract and pay for using it. Ifnot, stay off of it.
  
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• Symbolic NAFTA win possible, but hard work is nowhere near done: trade insiders

  03-04-2018 20:46
  OTTAWA — Trade insiders say a token win on NAFTA may soon be possible — but the substantive work is nowhere near complete. Experts say people should temper their expectations following media reports that a preliminary agreement on the North American Free Trade Agreement could be announced as early as next week’s Summit of the Americas in Peru. […]
  
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• EDC releases manufacturing sector promo video

  03-04-2018 20:45
  With its strategic location, low cost of doing business and high quality of life, Sault Ste. Marie offers competitive advantages for manufacturing firms. To promote this sector around the world and attract new investment, the Sault Ste. Marie Economic Development Corporation (SSMEDC) released a marketing video today. The segment highlights several local companies and why […]
  
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• Viotto is new education superintendent

  03-04-2018 20:40 via saultstar.com
  
  Danny Viotto is a new Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board superintendent of education.
  
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• WALKER, Dorothy

  03-04-2018 20:06
  WALKER, Dorothy – Passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness at the FJ Davey Home on Saturday, March 31, 2018 at the age of 86. Cherished wife of Harold for 67 years. Sweet, patient mother of Richard (Cindy), Debbie Lajoie (late Mark), Leigh Gainer (Brian), Grant (Marywin) and Kerri Fryia (Chris). Grandmother of 10 and […]
  
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• Wright, Charles “Chuck”

  03-04-2018 20:02
  It is with heavy hearts that we announce Chuck’s passing in his 65th year. He leaves behind the love of his life Sharon wife of 19 years, and his treasured canine fur baby Jack. Cherished and much loved father of Adam and Jennifer. Stepfather of Melissa and honorary father of Theresa (Ken). Survived by his […]
  
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• Report finds Canadians waste a lot of food; calls for action

  03-04-2018 19:54
  A report from an international environmental group is calling for action to reduce the large amount of food wasted in Canada. The Commission on Environmental Cooperation says Canadians are among the heaviest wasters of food on the planet. The commission says that from farm to table, almost 400 kilograms of food annually is wasted or lost per […]
  
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• Lac-Megantic tragedy: Crown says bankrupt railway won’t have to stand trial

  03-04-2018 19:41
  MONTREAL — The railway at the heart of the Lac-Megantic tragedy five years ago will not have to stand trial for criminal negligence causing the death of 47 people, Crown officials in Quebec said Tuesday. Prosecutors weren’t convinced they could obtain a guilty verdict against the now-bankrupt Montreal Maine and Atlantic Railway, Crown spokesman Robert Benoit said in an […]
  
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• Toronto police withdraw bid to march in Pride parade amid community concerns

  03-04-2018 19:21
  Toronto police say they will withdraw their application to march in the city’s Pride parade after event organizers said the presence of uniformed officers would make members of the LGBTQ community feel unsafe. Chief Mark Saunders said in a statement Tuesday that he hopes the move “will be received as a concrete example” of the fact that he is listening closely […]
  
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• ROYAL, Lorraine

  03-04-2018 19:09
  (January 30, 1930-March 28, 2018) Lorraine Royal at the age of 88. Beloved mother of Jocelyn (late Richard), Susan (Don) and Linda. Cherished Grandmother of Danny (Connie), Zachary, Ryan (Nicky), Adam (Amber), Travis (Vanessa), Matthew and Michael (Sarah). Great Grandmother of Josh, Jacob, Leah, Cole, Jack, Charlie, Lochlan, Finley, Oliver and Abbey. Great Grandmother of […]
  
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• Counterfeit Money Used At The Market Mall

  03-04-2018 18:46
  Crime Stoppers and the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service are asking for your assistance in identifying a suspect passing counterfeit money. On the 17th of March 2018 at approximately 2:20 pm a male attended at the Market Mall Pharmacy located at 275 Second Line West. The unidentified male bought lottery scratch tickets and paid with […]
  
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• “Spring Bowl for ARCH” – Almost sold out!

  03-04-2018 18:44
  The Sault College Public Relations and Event Management Program (PEM) presents “Spring Bowl For ARCH.” The Sault College PEM program is proud to host this special fundraising event in support of ARCH Hospice. WHO: The Public Relations and Event Management program at Sault College is inviting the community of Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma District […]
  
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• Man faces drug, sex charges

  03-04-2018 18:03 via saultstar.com
  
  A Wawa man is accused of sex-related and drug offences.
  
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• RATHWELL, Dennis

  03-04-2018 17:56
  Peacefully passed at his residence in Richmond, BC, with his wife Grace and daughter Dawn by his side on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at the age of 73. Beloved husband and best friend of Grace Rathwell for 49 years. Predeceased by his parents Ernest and Helen Rathwell. Devoted father of Marianne Leva (Anthony), Dawn Rathwell […]
  
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• Celebrate National Service Recognition Day - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  03-04-2018 17:33 via sooeveningnews.com
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  Celebrate National Service Recognition Day
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  Jack Olson works with the United Way of the Eastern Upper Peninsula's Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). He dedicates his time to the RSVP's Reading Buddies program, which aims to have volunteers read for 45 minutes a week to young students ...and more »
  
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• The youth here in #TheSoo always find ways to amaze us! Thanks to @Sarah_KidBaker for making a… instagram.com/p/BhHNyElBH8C/

  03-04-2018 17:09 via twitter.com
  The youth here in #TheSoo always find ways to amaze us! Thanks to @Sarah_KidBaker for making a… instagram.com/p/BhHNyElBH8C/
  
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• Don Neal served in Korea

  03-04-2018 16:55 via saultstar.com
  
  When Sault Ste. Marie Memorial Tower was rededicated to Korean War veterans in 2006, Don Neal was there.
  
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• Canusa Woodwind Quintet concludes 'Music at Central' series - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  03-04-2018 16:28 via sooeveningnews.com
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  Canusa Woodwind Quintet concludes 'Music at Central' series
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  The Canusa Woodwind Quintet — comprised (in alphabetical order) of Brian Carter, Barbara Finch, Rob Galbraith, Cathy Wilkinson, and John Wilkinson — will perform in a Music at Central concert on Sunday at Central United Methodist Church in Sault Ste ...
  
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• Winter Storm Warning To The East

  03-04-2018 16:24
  The good news is Sault Ste. Marie isn’t part of the winter storm warning issued by Environment Canada, the bad news is, we will still see about 9 to 12cm of new snow today and into Wednesday. A Colorado low will push into the area Tuesday afternoon, but the track of the low will push […]
  
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• #changethebehaviour @CitySSM #firesafe https://t.co/0ci9FIU6p0

  03-04-2018 16:17 via twitter.com
  
  #changethebehaviour @CitySSM #firesafe https://t.co/0ci9FIU6p0
  
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• Tumaini Afrika helps orphans, schools

  03-04-2018 16:06 via saultstar.com
  
  Tumaini Afrika added political lobbying to its to-do list when the Sault Ste. Marie volunteer group made its most recent trip to Kenya.
  
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• Discover Sault College and Win

  03-04-2018 16:00
  There is no better time to discover all of the amazing things Sault College has to offer than at its annual spring Open House! We invite you to join us on Saturday, April 14, 2018 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. for a day of learning, excitement and exploration! From campus and residence tours to […]
  
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• A friendly reminder that with the Easter weekend schedule, garbage pick-up will be one day late this week. https://t.co/hxE7igFBKY

  03-04-2018 15:16 via twitter.com
  
  A friendly reminder that with the Easter weekend schedule, garbage pick-up will be one day late this week. https://t.co/hxE7igFBKY
  
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• Program pairs youth with mentors

  03-04-2018 15:03 via saultstar.com
  
  A new program pairs young adults with mentors who work in a field of interest to them.
  
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• Production climbs at Wawa mine

  03-04-2018 14:50 via saultstar.com
  
  Gold production at Wesdome's Eagle River complex in Wawa climbed 24 per cent in 2017.
  
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• Call for Nominations Larry Knapp Award for Community Building

  03-04-2018 14:34
  The United Way of Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma District is seeking nominations for the Larry Knapp Community Building Award. United Way defines Community Building as a process of mobilizing communities to improve people’s lives. We understand the hard work and dedication our volunteers deliver and we want to celebrate and recognize the positive impact […]
  
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• Service delay - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  03-04-2018 14:15 via sooeveningnews.com
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  Service delay
  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  For residents of Neebish Island it was April, not March, that came in like a lion. Severe ice blockages have caused delays in the Neebish Island ferry's schedule — resulting in the temporary shut down of service. According to an United States Coast ...
  
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• Catherine Tait to become CBC president, the first woman to hold role

  03-04-2018 12:00
  OTTAWA — The federal government is making a Canadian television and film executive the first woman to head the CBC/Radio-Canada in the organization’s history. Heritage Minister Melanie Joly will make the appointment of Catherine Tait official in an announcement this morning on Parliament Hill. Tait, 60, has worked in the film and television business in Canada and […]
  
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• City hunts opportunities in mining sector

  03-04-2018 05:24 via saultthisweek.com
  A delegation from Sault Ste. Marie was among more than 24,000 mining industry officials to attend the 2018 Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada International Convention in Toronto.
  
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• Watershed scores over average — now to maintain it

  03-04-2018 05:17 via saultthisweek.com
  
  Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority released its Watershed Report Card, and overall the region scored above provincial average in the three primary categories.
  
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• OPP links lack of seatbelt use to 49 fatalities in 2017

  03-04-2018 04:22 via saultthisweek.com
  Last year 49 people died on Ontario’s highways and side roads following collisions in which they were not safely buckled in.
  
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• Group plans passenger rail summit in Sault

  03-04-2018 04:18 via saultthisweek.com
  Northern and Eastern Ontario Rail Network has unveiled a proposed route for Northern Ontario rail passengers and will discuss that and other items at an upcoming summit to be held in Sault Ste. Marie.
  
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• EDC again to assist young summertime entrepreneurs

  03-04-2018 04:16 via saultthisweek.com
  Applications are now being accepted for a young entrepreneur program.
  
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• Tenants Evacuated in Apartment Fire

  03-04-2018 03:49
  Hundreds of tenants in an apartment complex just down from the Moose Lodge on Trunk road were evacuated Monday night due to a fire reported on the second floor of the four storey building. According to tenants in the building, heavy smoke was located on the second floor, all tenants were evacuated while Sault Fire […]
  
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• Opinion: Sour Grapes & Hot Dogs

  03-04-2018 00:01
  In case you haven’t been online or tuned into social media for the past few days, I’ll fill you in. There was quite a bit of angered reaction here in the Soo Saturday night when Don “Cherry Picked” on the Soo Greyhounds and called our boys a bunch of “hotdogs”. My initial reaction was “big […]
  
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