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• Dogs Can Finally Rest After a Great Long Run !

  16-05-2018 23:59
  Even though the Boys came up a few games short of going to the Memorial Cup, they gave us our $$monies worth and more. We witnessed future NHL’ers in the development stages and witnessed some mistakes and some brilliant plays. Two exception goals even got us nationwide coverage and a “HIGH 5” from Soo Greyhounds […]
  
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• Graduation Held for Thai Exchange Students

  16-05-2018 23:58
  Sault Ste. Marie: Students from three schools in the Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board (HSCDSB) had an early ‘graduation’ ceremony held in their honour during Catholic Education Week. St. Mary’s College, St. Francis French Immersion and St. Mary’s French Immersion held the special ceremony for twenty students from Thailand at the end of their six […]
  
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• LAPLANTE, Molly

  16-05-2018 22:52
  peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital, with her family by her side on Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at the age of 81. Beloved wife of the late Roy Laplante Sr. Loving mother of Desiree Strembesky (Alex), Tamara Thorp (Greg), Lori Laplante, Roy Laplante Jr. (Karen), Tim Laplante (Erica) and Wendy Laplante. Proud Gramma and Great […]
  
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• School forging plan to deal with marijuana on campus, student safety and contending with intoxication, official says

  16-05-2018 22:40 via saultstar.com
  
  Sault College’s plan to deal with legalized marijuana on campus remains in the budding stage, says the school’s director of student services.Matt Trainor says the post-secondary institution has, for the last six to eight months, looked for provincial direction for forging firm local policy, as well as explored “whatever we can create” to ensure stu
  
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• United Conservative leader criticized after calling Trudeau empty, clueless

  16-05-2018 22:37
  EDMONTON — Alberta Opposition Leader Jason Kenney is being criticized for a personal attack on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau who he called empty and clueless. Kenney — who has said he wants to bring civility back to politics — made the comments in a Calgary Sun column detailing his frustration with how Ottawa is handling a dispute over […]
  
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• 283 Kilometers for the United Way

  16-05-2018 22:27
  The United Way and Campaign Chair, Sonny Spina, are finally under way on their “Pedals for Possibilities”. The group have organized a two day biking event all for the purpose of raising donations for the United Way organization, a group dedicated to improving lives in local communities and worldwide. Sonny, a constable with the Sault […]
  
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• Fire ban in Plummer

  16-05-2018 22:11 via saultstar.com
  
  Plummer Additional Township, east of Sault Ste. Marie, has announced a fire ban.
  
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• We are happy to support @pedals283 aiming to raise $283,000 for @UnitedWay_SSM. Way to go @SonnySpina and City staf… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  16-05-2018 22:03 via twitter.com
  We are happy to support @pedals283 aiming to raise $283,000 for @UnitedWay_SSM. Way to go @SonnySpina and City staf… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• Rugby Canada says sport has good safety record, despite two deaths in five years

  16-05-2018 21:52
  Rugby Canada’s CEO says major traumatic injuries like one that killed a P.E.I. teenager are rare despite the lack of protective gear because players are trained to safely tackle opponents and respect each other’s safety. Allen Vansen said Wednesday that he was incredibly saddened to hear about the death of Brodie McCarthy, an 18-year-old high […]
  
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• ‘Appalled’ Trudeau calls for investigation of Canadian doctor in Gaza

  16-05-2018 21:34
  OTTAWA — Justin Trudeau says he is appalled by the shooting of a Canadian doctor who was trying to help wounded protesters in Gaza on Monday. The prime minister is adding his voice to the calls for an independent investigation into the shootings by Israeli soldiers on the Gaza border that killed 59 Palestinians and […]
  
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• CBC/Radio Canada warns employees their financial info may be at risk after theft

  16-05-2018 21:24
  OTTAWA — The CBC is telling thousands of its employees their personal information may have been compromised after a recent computer theft. In an email to staff, the public broadcaster’s chief financial officer says someone stole a piece of equipment during a break-in that, while password protected, may have contained the financial information of people […]
  
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• Manitoba introduces proposed legislation to ban spotlight hunting at night

  16-05-2018 21:07
  WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government has introduced legislation to ban hunting with spotlights at night. The bill would ban the practice in southern Manitoba, except for Indigenous people who are granted a permit. They will only be able to hunt in a specific area. It also bans hunting at night in northern Manitoba, but Indigenous people […]
  
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• EUALE, James Joseph “Jim”

  16-05-2018 20:54
  (July 9, 1947 – May 13, 2018) – Peacefully passed away at Health Sciences North (Sudbury) on Sunday, May 13, 2018 at the age of 70. Loving and devoted husband of Linda for 48 years. Proud father of Christopher (Kristy) and David (Amanda). Caring grandfather of Jake, Abbey and Oliver. Beloved brother of David (Marjorie) […]
  
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• COMPTON, John Alden

  16-05-2018 20:43
  Passed away peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital with family by his side on Sunday, May 13, 2018 at the age of 62. Son of James Alden Compton and the late Joyce Gaudet. Brother of Debbie MacKay (Bruce) and Pat Compton. Uncle of Kate MacKay (Don Lickers). John will be missed by Norman, Gabriel and […]
  
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• Great work by our paramedics and emergency management staff on the #BigBike today @TheHSF @CitySSM @SSM_Paramedics… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…

  16-05-2018 20:39 via twitter.com
  Great work by our paramedics and emergency management staff on the #BigBike today @TheHSF @CitySSM @SSM_Paramedics… twitter.com/i/web/status/9…
  
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• FERGUSON, Glenn

  16-05-2018 20:37
  Peacefully, on Saturday, November 18, 2017 at ARCH with his daughter Stacey at his side.  Dear husband of Barbara for 52 years. Loving father of Stacey (Stewart Szostak) and Shelley Robson (Richard) of London, Ontario. Special grandpa to Barbie Cavaliere (Nic) and Matthew Robson. Great grandpa to Miller Dean and Morley-Rowe Cavaliere. Brother-in-law of Ken and […]
  
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• How Safe is Your Drinking Water?

  16-05-2018 20:29
  The long weekend in May is the beginning of the camping season for many. Algoma Public Health is reminding campers to get their drinking water tested. Public health inspector Nicole Lindahl says getting your water tested regularly is important to prevent illness. “We’re all about prevention. We want to prevent people from getting sick.” One […]
  
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• You spoke, we listened! View the new bus routes and updated schedules set to launch June 3, 2018. Visit saultstemarie.ca/transit.

  16-05-2018 20:26 via twitter.com
  You spoke, we listened! View the new bus routes and updated schedules set to launch June 3, 2018. Visit saultstemarie.ca/transit.
  
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• Miles and Smiles Away: Do You Miss Me Yet?

  16-05-2018 19:29
  For those of you who may not know me well, one of my greatest passions in life is travel. And I am now off on my next great adventure. And lucky for you – the much loved readers of SaultOnline – I get to take you with me on my journey. And if you didn’t […]
  
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• Health Coalition Calls for Concrete Commitments

  16-05-2018 18:48
  After touring Ontario in recent weeks, The Ontario Health Coalition’s Executive Director, Natalie Mehra, returned to Toronto and held a press conference outside the Emergency Department at Mount Sinai Hospital.  Mehra emphasized that there is a crisis as it relates to access to health care. Mehra stated that provincial election discussion should be about rebuilding […]
  
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• 2018 Walk of Fame Recipients Announced saultstemarie.ca/Newsroom/May-2…

  16-05-2018 18:22 via twitter.com
  2018 Walk of Fame Recipients Announced saultstemarie.ca/Newsroom/May-2…
  
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• Huron Shores fire ban

  16-05-2018 18:21 via saultstar.com
  
  Due to current dry conditions, the Huron Shores Fire Department is imposing a fire ban. Small contained fires for cooking and/or warmth are allowed, however, fireworks are not permitted.Permits are not required for campfires, as being a small, contained fire, no greater than one metre in diameter and the flames to be no higher than one metre. This
  
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• Finding her way

  16-05-2018 18:20 via saultstar.com
  
  Flora Duplin, a Grade 11 student at Central Algoma Secondary School, reviews graphic design images at the table of graphic designer Gabrielle Fogg.
  
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• Wanted Wednesday: Andrew Robert Petts

  16-05-2018 18:15
  Crime Stoppers in partnership with the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service are seeking tips regarding the whereabouts of Andrew Robert Petts, 27, who is wanted for: CDSA 5(2) TRAFFICKING If you know where we can find the Wanted Wednesday individual please call the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service at (705) 949-6300 or if you wish […]
  
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• Indigenous Rights activist and medicine man dies

  16-05-2018 17:53
  The Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Patrick Madahbee sends his condolences to all those who mourn the passing of Elder Vernon Harper. “My condolences go out to Vern’s family, friends and loved ones during this difficult time,” says Grand Council Chief Madahbee. “He will be fondly remembered for his passion for helping others and for […]
  
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• Candidates Urged to Endorse Proposal to Produce More Apprentices

  16-05-2018 17:39
  (Sault Ste. Marie, ON May 16, 2018) – Candidates in the 2018 election are urged to support measures to produce more apprentices by expanding the Ontario colleges’ province-wide application service to include apprenticeship applications. Currently, there is no clear entry route into apprenticeship programs. Students have to find a willing employer and many people don’t […]
  
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• GAETZ, Anne

  16-05-2018 17:18
  Peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital on Friday May 11, 2018 with those who she loved by her side. Loving husband of the late Douglas Gaetz (2012). Cherished mother of Joanne Gaetz (Ben Pascuzzi) and Michael Gaetz. Adored grandmother of Vanessa and Matteo Pascuzzi, Madeline, Amelia and Sebastian Gaetz. Also loved by her siblings and […]
  
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• MP Wayne Easter says NAFTA sunset proposal is “a stupid idea”

  16-05-2018 16:17
  WASHINGTON — A Canadian MP has told a Washington audience that the American proposal for five-year sunset clause in a renegotiated NAFTA deal is “a stupid idea.” P.E.I lawmaker Wayne Easter also dismisses U.S. demands for an end to Canada’s supply management policy for dairy products. The former dairy farmer says Americans should not blame Canada for the glut of dairy on the […]
  
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• Lemieux helped start travel club

  16-05-2018 15:43 via saultstar.com
  
  Lucille Lemieux was The Sunshine Girl.
  
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• BlackBerrys accounted for only 3% of smartphones used in Canada at end of 2017

  16-05-2018 15:13
  TORONTO — Somewhat reluctantly, Athar Afzal finally gave up on BlackBerry earlier this year. He was a longtime fan of the iconic Canadian phone brand but his company forced employees who weren’t already using iPhones to transition over. He was ready to make the change though, having grown fed up with the slowness of his aging BlackBerry […]
  
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• Canadian visitors to London eager to soak in royal wedding celebrations

  16-05-2018 14:00
  LONDON — Nicola Day’s flight to London will land just hours before Prince Harry is set to wed Meghan Markle in a lavish ceremony at Windsor Castle, and she’s determined to not let jet lag stand in the way of royal revelry. The Kingston, Ont., resident expects to spend the first hours of her vacation searching […]
  
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• Burton Cummings recovering from several injuries suffered in crash

  16-05-2018 13:43
  Canadian music icon Burton Cummings says he is recovering from several injuries he suffered in a car crash last Sunday in Los Angeles. In a lengthy Facebook post, the Winnipeg rocker and former frontman for The Guess Who writes that he was struck by a driver who ran a red light and that there were […]
  
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• Mulroney children to act as bridesmaids-page boys at royal wedding

  16-05-2018 13:09
  LONDON — All three of Ben and Jessica Mulroney’s children have been selected to be among the bridesmaids and page boys for Saturday’s royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Kensington Palace issued a list of six bridesmaids and four page boys on Wednesday. Four-year-old Ivy Mulroney will be among the bridesmaids while seven-year-old […]
  
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• Candidates Respond to Mayor

  16-05-2018 03:16
  Two of the local candidates for the provincial election have responded to the statement released earlier today by Mayor Provenzano.  In his statement the Mayor requested the commitment of the candidates and their leaders to the successful restructuring of Algoma Steel.  Read the Mayors’ statement here. NDP candidate Michele McCleave-Kennedy, and Liberal candidate Jaclynne Hamel […]
  
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• Homemade explosive devices found at vacant Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., house: police - Ottawa Citizen

  16-05-2018 03:11 via ottawacitizen.com
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  Homemade explosive devices found at vacant Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., house: police
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  SAULT STE. MARIE, Ont. — Police are investigating after two explosive devices were found at a vacant house in Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. Police say the devices, which they described as homemade, were found in a garage on Monday morning by a crew ...
  
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• Carmichael, Lukendas Walk of Fame recipients

  16-05-2018 02:46 via saultstar.com
  
  An artist and a humanitarian are the new recipients of the 2018 Walk of Fame Award.
  
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• Sault Search and Rescue Garage Sale!

  16-05-2018 01:09
  Sault Search and Rescue is happy to announce our upcoming Garage Sale!When: June 9th, 2018 Where: 246 Industrial Park Cres. Time: Gates open at 8 Am and the garage sale runs until 1pm! We have an arrangement of different items from books to outdoor tents, which are priced at very low prices. All proceeds go […]
  
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• Liking those lockers

  16-05-2018 00:58 via saultstar.com
  
  Katherine Bambrick, CEO of the Ontario Trillium Foundation (left), joins Joanie McGuffin, executive director of the Lake Superior Watershed Conservancy, to admire the new watercraft storage lockers designed from repurposed culverts at Gros Cap Marina Park. The park, whose features include a universal dock and wheelchair accessible amenities, is the
  
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• McCAIG, Derryll Alfred

  16-05-2018 00:57
  Passed away suddenly at the Sault Area Hospital on Friday, May 11, 2018 at the age of 56. Beloved son of Donald Ira McCaig and the late Helena Mary McCaig. Dear brother of Brent (Diane), Derrick (Rose) and Barry (Jill). Dear uncle of Curtis (Charlene), Brandon (Miranda), Jake and Jesse. Dear great uncle of Logan. […]
  
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• Department in desperate need of volunteers

  16-05-2018 00:56 via saultstar.com
  
  Council has approved a request by Ed Haley, Prince Township’s fire chief, to have the fire department’s emergency vehicles carry naloxone kits.The naloxone will be for the protection of volunteer firefighters and first responders, who may come in contact with opioid drugs while responding to motor vehicle accidents or medical emergencies.“At least
  
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• Walk of Fame Selections Finalized

  16-05-2018 00:09
  The Walk of Fame Selection committee once again proudly announces three new additions to be placed on the famous walk way on Queen Street.  The names being etched into the city’s history this year are the late Robert Ralph Carmichael (Inducted as an Artist), as well as Mae and the late Dr. Lou Lukenda (Humanitarian). […]
  
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