Sault Ste. Marie news

• MCDOUGALL, Dave

  17-04-2018 23:54
  Heartbroken, the family of Dave announce his peaceful passing after a valiant struggle at the Sault Area Hospital on Monday, April 16, 2018. Much loved husband of Judy (nee Palmer).  Dear father of Michael McDougall (Tammy), Ian McDougall, Steve Hilderley (Brenda), Scott Hilderley (Teresa) and Tracey Hilderley (Stephen). Loving grandpa of Kaela, Brock and Alexia, and […]
  
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• Asian development bank will help lure infrastructure cash to Canada: president

  17-04-2018 23:39
  OTTAWA — The head of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank says Canada’s new membership in his multinational organization will create opportunities for Canadian companies abroad and even offer indirect support for Ottawa’s efforts to build bridges, highways and rail lines at home. The Beijing-based multilateral development bank will bring a number of economic benefits to Canada and lift the international profile of the […]
  
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• Calgary man survives 30-metre-plus fall into glacier crevasse south of Jasper

  17-04-2018 23:38
  JASPER, Alta. — A Calgary man has survived more than a 30-metre fall into a glacier crevasse in the Columbia Icefield area of Jasper National Park. Parks Canada says the 24-year-old was snowshoeing with a friend Sunday on the Athabasca Glacier when he fell deep into the ice and was knocked unconscious. The pair were not wearing safety […]
  
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• Consumers warned to watch out for counterfeit dresses, apparel online

  17-04-2018 22:22
  VANCOUVER — From wedding dresses to summer apparel, consumers planning to add new items to their wardrobes are being warned to watch out for knock-off brand name merchandise that is increasingly tricking online shoppers. A consumer group and a counterfeit goods investigator both say it’s not only unaware consumers and brands that lose out when knock-offs are sold, but […]
  
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• Boosted business case for a Level 3 withdrawal management facility to be submitted to the province this week

  17-04-2018 22:02 via saultstar.com
  
  An “enhanced” business case for a Level 3 withdrawal management facility will be submitted to the province this week.“I think I have the next to last draft in front of me,” Sault Area Hospital president and CEO Ron Gagnon told The Sault Star in an interview Tuesday.In March, North East Local Health Integrated Network's board passed a resolution to
  
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• Sault Area Hospital Foundation’s Around the World winners

  17-04-2018 21:57 via saultstar.com
  
  The Sault Area Hospital Foundation’s Around the World in 30 Days raffle was drawn weekdays at noon in the SAH lobby throughout March. The month of draws awarded winners with 12 trips and 10 cash prizes of $150.This draw raised just over $50,000. Funds will be used to purchase medical equipment for Sault Area Hospital.Winners were:March 1, Krystal a
  
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• 30 pounds of pot seized

  17-04-2018 21:50 via saultstar.com
  
  Thirty pounds of pot was allegedly found stashed in two hockey bags when police stopped a vehicle on Highway 17 near Algoma Mills.
  
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• Annual Around the World in 30 Days Draw Winners

  17-04-2018 21:43
  SAULT STE. MARIE, ON — The Sault Area Hospital Foundation’s Around the World in 30 Days raffle was drawn weekdays at noon in the SAH lobby throughout the month of March 2018. The month of draws awarded lucky winners with 12 trips and 10 cash prizes of $150. This draw raised just over $50,000 this […]
  
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• Point in Time homelessness count set for Wednesday

  17-04-2018 21:24 via saultstar.com
  
  The message is simple. Everyone Counts.
  
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• Halifax police look into chain’s contest promising ‘free weed for a year’

  17-04-2018 21:22
  Halifax police say they’re looking into a contest by a chain of East Coast smoke shops that promises four winners “free weed for a year.” Mary Janes, which has a store in St. John’s, N.L., and three stores in Nova Scotia, is promoting the contest on social media and say the draw will be made the […]
  
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• Tab for Trudeau family fashions, including India outfits, not paid by taxpayers

  17-04-2018 21:14
  OTTAWA — The bureaucratic arm of the Prime Minister’s Office says it hasn’t paid a dime for any clothes, shoes or fashion accessories worn by Justin Trudeau or his family since he took office. In response to a written opposition question, the Privy Council Office says it hasn’t paid for any clothes, shoes, other apparel or fashion […]
  
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• Canadian minister calls for G7 ‘naming and shaming’ on ocean overfishing

  17-04-2018 20:45
  OTTAWA — Canada’s fisheries minister wants the G7 to use military and other surveillance technology to name and shame countries that are conducting massive illegal overfishing operations. Dominic LeBlanc isn’t ready to name countries yet, but he says he has seen recent Canadian Forces satellite images that shocked him — and would shock the conscience of […]
  
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• NDP urge Liberals to take quicker action on pay equity

  17-04-2018 19:48
  OTTAWA — The New Democrats say that if the Liberals were serious about ensuring men and women get equal pay for work of equal value, they would be moving faster on introducing legislation — and attaching a dollar amount. The 2018 federal budget included a promise to implement proactive pay equity legislation, but did not […]
  
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• REID, Dorothy

  17-04-2018 19:45
  Passed away peacefully at the age of 101 at the Extendicare Van Daele on Sunday, April 15, 2018. Beloved wife of the late Nelson Harvey Reid. Loved mother of  Marlene Bailey (late Alfred), Gail Boomhower (Ken), Elaine Reid and Linda Kalenuik (late Nick). Dear Grandmother of Dawn Barill (Shane), Maxine Cain (Kevin), Debbie Mannette (Donnie), […]
  
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• First Sault Summit ready to launch

  17-04-2018 19:31 via saultstar.com
  
  Paul Christian is very interested to hear what ex-patriates will say about Sault Ste. Marie and its plans to move forward.
  
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• When watching the @NHLPLAYOFFS2018 be safe and leave the cooking to the restaurants and pubs. This way it won't dis… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  17-04-2018 19:27 via twitter.com
  When watching the @NHLPLAYOFFS2018 be safe and leave the cooking to the restaurants and pubs. This way it won't dis… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Melting Arctic sea ice may be behind endless winter: scientists

  17-04-2018 19:12
  Scientists suggest that too much winter across broad stretches of Canada is the result of not enough of it in the Arctic. An increasingly accepted theory holds that melting northern sea ice is behind this year’s delayed spring. Albertans woke up this morning to slushy wet snow instead of sprouting tulip bulbs. In Toronto on Monday, a major […]
  
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• Getting Pumped Up For The Hounds

  17-04-2018 19:01
  Special Olympics Ontario partnered up with LETR Sault Ste. Marie to pump up the city for tonight’s Soo Greyhound’s game 7 versus Owen Sound! Taking a break from training for the 2019 Special Olympic games, which will take place here in Sault Ste. Marie, to show the hounds some love! Loud and proud, they belted […]
  
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• Traffic Stop Results in Drug Charges

  17-04-2018 18:45
    (TOWNSHIP OF THE NORTH SHORE, ON)- On April 16, 2018, members from the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on patrol on Highway 17 within the Township of the North Shore. Shortly after 1:00 p.m., police observed an eastbound vehicle travelling at low rate of speed on Highway 17.  The officer conducted a […]
  
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• Algoma U Artists Show Off Work in Year-End Exhibition

  17-04-2018 18:44
    (SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – April 16, 2018): Beginning on April 18th, graduating thesis students from Algoma University’s Bachelor of Fine Arts program will be displaying their work in their year-end exhibition at 180 Projects at 180 Gore Street. The exhibition runs until April 25th with the opening reception happening on April 20th at […]
  
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• IATA wants to join ICAO in creation of global registry for commercial drones

  17-04-2018 18:33
  MONTREAL — The association representing global airlines is proposing to work with the UN aviation agency to institute a global registry for commercial drones to preserve the safety of flight. IATA is scheduled to meet with the International Civil Aviation Organization on Wednesday to discuss creating a joint registry. Alexandre de Juniac, director general of […]
  
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• In Memory of Bob Farell

  17-04-2018 17:37
    Bob Farell, Always thought of and always remembered ~ Bud
  
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• One Last Weekend

  17-04-2018 17:34
  Nobody expected this crazy weather during the middle of April, but its here and conditions are going to be incredible. Searchmont has received over 30cms in past two days, and the forecast for the weekend looks perfect. With warmer temperatures, sunny skies and our Slush Cup, everyone will be having a great time! Searchmont Resort […]
  
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• Healing with horses: The wonders of Roadayo Ranch

  17-04-2018 17:25
  On March 25th, I attended the Spring Holistic Healing Fair at the Machine Shop, where I met a number of people offering energy healing and different types of healing products and sessions. But one in particular stood out to me. Roadayo Ranch. When I spoke with owner, Joan Marie Cameron, at the fair, she asked me, “Have […]
  
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• Man gets $38,000 loan in ex's name

  17-04-2018 17:12 via saultstar.com
  
  A man obtained a bank loan for more than $38,000 in his ex-girlfriend's name, police say.
  
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• Three Day Planner April 18

  17-04-2018 16:44 via saultstar.com
  
  Wednesday April 18
  
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• On April 16th, 2018 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested a 37… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  17-04-2018 16:34 via twitter.com
  On April 16th, 2018 officers with the Patrol Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested a 37… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Cycling marathon tops $7,200

  17-04-2018 16:24 via saultstar.com
  
  A cycling marathon raised more than $7,200 for Pedals for Possibilities.
  
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• McKassen, MacDonald play Richards Landing

  17-04-2018 16:03 via saultstar.com
  
  Fiddler Ryan McKassen and guitarist/singer Eric MacDonald team up for an upcoming concert on St. Joseph Island.
  
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• New Legislation Would Enable Minimum Pay Rates for Private-Sector Contractors

  17-04-2018 15:54
  Ontario will introduce legislation today that would ensure that people working in construction, building cleaning or security jobs under contracts with the government will be paid the fair, prevailing wage in those sectors. Premier Kathleen Wynne was at the United Association of Plumbers and Steamfitters, Local 46, in Toronto today to announce that the province […]
  
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• Young musicians needed for show

  17-04-2018 15:52 via saultstar.com
  
  Young musicians are wanted for The Sky's the Limit.
  
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• Our final Smart Cities Challenge input session is on Thursday, April 19 from 5-7 p.m. at the Civic Centre. Learn mo… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  17-04-2018 15:50 via twitter.com
  Our final Smart Cities Challenge input session is on Thursday, April 19 from 5-7 p.m. at the Civic Centre. Learn mo… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Welcome to the newest addition to the Sault Fire team - #firefighter Alex Garon. #firesafe https://t.co/JNXu8qkkks

  17-04-2018 15:41 via twitter.com
  
  Welcome to the newest addition to the Sault Fire team - #firefighter Alex Garon. #firesafe https://t.co/JNXu8qkkks
  
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• Budget watchdog says a national basic income would cost $76 billion

  17-04-2018 15:37
  OTTAWA — A federal spending watchdog says it could cost federal coffers more than $76 billion a year to provide a national, guaranteed minimum income similar to the one being tested in Ontario. The parliamentary budget officer says the federal government would have to find about $43.1 billion to cover the full cost of the program because Ottawa […]
  
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• Water main breaks on Great Northern

  17-04-2018 15:35 via saultstar.com
  
  A broken water main is expected to slow traffic on Great Northern Road.
  
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• On April 16th, 2018 officers with the Investigation Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrest… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  17-04-2018 15:34 via twitter.com
  On April 16th, 2018 officers with the Investigation Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrest… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Security firm opens Elliot Lake branch

  17-04-2018 14:29 via saultstar.com
  
  KC Security Services has started offering services in Elliot Lake.
  
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• Water Main Break On Great Northern Road

  17-04-2018 14:21
  At approximately 1:00AM on April 17, 2018, a number of customers in Sault Ste. Marie had their water services interrupted, as a result of a broken water main. PUC repair crews have been dispatched and have started repairs. During the repair process traffic flow may be restricted in the affected areas listed below. This traffic […]
  
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• LSSU campus opens at noon

  17-04-2018 13:49 via saultstar.com
  
  Lake Superior State University's main campus opens at 11:45 a.m. Tuesday.
  
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• NOP Announces Candidate for Algoma-Manitoulin Riding

  17-04-2018 13:46
  On June 7th, 2018 the riding of Algoma-Manitoulin will not only have a person they can vote for on the ballot but a local family man. The option is finally here for the constituents of this Northern Ontario riding who want a Stronger voice for their riding and Northern Ontario. The Northern Ontario Party is […]
  
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• Thousands remain without power in wake of weekend ice storm

  17-04-2018 11:16
  TORONTO — Utility crews continued repairing severed power lines on Tuesday morning after a wild few days of rain, freezing rain, snow and strong wind across much of southern, central and eastern Ontario. The province’s largest utility, Hydro One, was reporting around 40,000 homes and businesses without electricity — down from a high of about […]
  
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• Trudeau to end French visit with National Assembly speech, then heads to U.K.

  17-04-2018 10:00
  PARIS — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will wrap up his visit to France today before flying to London to meet with British counterpart Theresa May and Queen Elizabeth. Trudeau is to address the French National Assembly this morning, making him the first Canadian prime minister to do so. His speech is expected to touch on […]
  
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• The Duke keeps the faith after 90 years downtown

  17-04-2018 04:17 via saultthisweek.com
  
  The Duke of Windsor has been a fixture on Queen Street since the 1930s.
  
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• No Super Hero? Build one yourself

  17-04-2018 04:10 via saultthisweek.com
  
  A local businesswoman is offering support to the Sault’s female leaders.
  
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• Weather works for skiers

  17-04-2018 03:26 via saultthisweek.com
  Cross-country skiing on the Pinder Trail at Hiawatha Highlands has been extended to April 30 this year.
  
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• City Seeks Input for Smart Cities Challenge

  17-04-2018 00:09
  Sault Ste. Marie, ON (2018 04 16) –The City will host its final Smart Cities Challenge input session on Thursday, April 19, 2018 from 5 – 7 p.m. in the Russ Ramsay room at the Civic Centre. At this time, members of the public are invited to learn more about the City’s submission and provide […]
  
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