Sault Ste. Marie news

• Do you Want to Try Disc Golf this Summer?

  07-07-2018 20:12
  ONNtv had the pleasure of speaking with Matthew LaMontagna, the Physical Literacy Coordinator for the City of Sault Ste. Marie, about the new sports program being offered for the first time for free in our community. This summer, the city’s Community Service Department is offering a Disc Golf program. Located at the Sault’s Disc golf […]
  
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• Library challenges adults to read and earn rewards

  07-07-2018 19:39 via saultstar.com
  
  In addition to the teen summer readingchallenge, the Sault Ste. Marie PublicLibrary is launching a challenge foradults.
  
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• Toronto lawyer files complaint against WestJet, says he was racially profiled

  07-07-2018 17:18
  TORONTO — The Canadian Transportation Agency is investigating a complaint from a Toronto lawyer who claims he was racially profiled by WestJet. Selwyn Pieters, who is black, says the incident happened when he was trying to check in for a WestJet flight to Toronto on July 2, at the conclusion of a weeklong trip to Trinidad and Tobago, where […]
  
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• Current Fire Bans Issued

  07-07-2018 16:27
  Due to the extreme fire hazard, several recent periods of heavy lightning and the large number of wildfires burning, fire bans have been issued in much of Northeastern Ontario, including the Algoma region. Johnson Township Effective Saturday, July 7th 2018 The Township of Johnson has issued a fire ban and all current burning permits are […]
  
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• Toronto police investigating officer’s scathing letter to mayor

  07-07-2018 15:14
  Toronto’s police chief says a professional standards investigation has been launched after an officer wrote a scathing letter accusing Mayor John Tory of being a direct contributor to the city’s gun violence. Mark Saunders says in a statement issued Friday night that the officer — who he does not name — will be disciplined if he is found to […]
  
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• Doug Millroy: The mall is pulling the plug on them

  07-07-2018 14:12
  In reading the story in The Sault Star about the intention of Health Sciences North in Sudbury to lay off 76 unionized employees on top of the 33 non-unionized personnel already let go, one thing came immediately to mind – incompetency. And by incompetency I am talking about those who have been in charge. How […]
  
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• But These Go To Eleven

  07-07-2018 04:36
  If you were a fan of the cult classic movie to be mentioned you would have read no further than the title to know that I am writing about the movie This Is Spinal Tap (1984) This movie was a favourite of many of us metalheads; just like Fast Times At Ridgemont High was a […]
  
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• Sault PUC touts Smart Grid project

  07-07-2018 04:16 via saultstar.com
  
  Sault Ste. Marie PUC unveiled the Community Smart Grid project which aims to improve electrical efficiency in the Sault by ensuring each home and business receives the appropriate amount of energy. This technology gauges how much voltage is required and provides it, which PUC President and CEO Rob Brewer said can make electric utilities last longer
  
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• Sault Ste. Marie Mourns the Loss of Lex Walsh, Celebrated Barber - 9&10 News

  07-07-2018 04:01 via 9and10news.com
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  Sault Ste. Marie Mourns the Loss of Lex Walsh, Celebrated Barber
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  The Sault Ste. Marie community is mourning the loss of Lex Walsh. Lex passed away late last month at the age of 83. He was a well-known Barber in the area, but he's remembered for much more than cutting hair. He got out of the coast guard and went into ...
  
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• Canada has new Paralympic middle-distance running star in Nate Riech

  07-07-2018 03:19
  OTTAWA — Nate Riech’s brain scan looks like the surface of the moon. There’s a dark crater where the cells that control the right side of his body once were. It’s exactly the size of a golf ball. Riech was just 10 when he was playing golf with some buddies in Phoenix, where the family […]
  
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• Three Car Collision at Busy East-End Intersection. (Video)

  07-07-2018 03:09
  Earlier this evening, an accident took place at the intersection of Lake St and Wellington Street East. Sault Fire Services and EMS paramedics were on the scene, responding to the collision around 8:00 pm. There were three vehicles involved. No serious injuries reported.  
  
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• Canadian Troops arrive amid heightened tensions, raised hopes over Mali election

  07-07-2018 02:06
  OTTAWA — The arrival of Canadian troops in Mali has coincided with raised hopes and heightened tensions over what is expected to be a decisive moment in the West African country’s recent history: presidential elections later this month. The elections, scheduled for July 29, are being hailed as an important milestone for the country, which […]
  
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• DIOTTE, June Henriette

  07-07-2018 01:49
  Peacefully, surrounded by family at the Sault Area Hospital on Friday, July 6, 2018 in her 76th year. Beloved wife of Lyle for 52 years. Loving mother of Stephen (Angela) and Kevin (Cindy). Proud grandma of Steven, Justin, Christopher, Daniel, Vannessa and Patricia and great grandma of Jude and Harvey. Daughter of the late August […]
  
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• Ontario asks Trudeau for Resources to Address Influx of Asylum Seekers

  07-07-2018 01:45
  TORONTO — Just a week after Doug Ford took office, the rift between his new Tory government and Justin Trudeau’s federal Liberals appears to be growing as they verbally spar over funding for refugees and asylum seekers in the province. On Friday, the Ontario government said it faces a “looming crisis” next month if Ottawa […]
  
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• A visit with the Sault’s RC Car Club

  07-07-2018 01:43
  On July 5th, 2018, I had the pleasure of visiting 129 Spruce Street, the hangout for the Sault RC Car Club. Welcomed with open arms by track manager Evan Punch and other members of the club, members were happy to show me their cars, try them out, and take the time to explain why exactly […]
  
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• Judicial council offers up courses for judges on handling sex assault cases

  07-07-2018 01:01
  OTTAWA — The Canadian Judicial Council has launched a new website showcasing the training courses it is offering to federally appointed judges — including seminars to help judges handle sexual assault cases. In a statement on the site, council chair Richard Wagner, who is also the Supreme Court’s chief justice, says so-called social context education […]
  
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• SIMONEN, Robert (Bobby)

  07-07-2018 00:31
  It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Robert Simonen at the age of 77. Bobby passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at the Sault Area Hospital on Thursday, July 5, 2018. Predeceased by his two loving parents, Aili and Eino Simonen. Devoted husband and soulmate for 54 years to Lorraine Simonen […]
  
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• Meet this weeks #CommunitySuperhero Karol from shoppersdrugmartofficial in #TheSoo. Karol saw an elder customer w… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  07-07-2018 00:15 via twitter.com
  Meet this weeks #CommunitySuperhero Karol from shoppersdrugmartofficial in #TheSoo. Karol saw an elder customer w… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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