Sault Ste. Marie news

• Municipal Elections 2018: Here’s Who is Running for City Council

  10-08-2018 23:49
  Saultites, the nomination period to run for the 2018 municipal elections, (which opened May 1st) has officially ended on July 27th. The vote will take place on October 22nd, with an adjusted ward system for the first time in 18 years, dropping from 6 wards to 5. (Learn more on that here) In case you […]
  
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• He said he would always come home, says spouse of officer killed in Fredericton

  10-08-2018 23:40
  Const. Robb Costello would often tell his spouse that no matter what happened to him on the job, he would always come home. On Friday, the Fredericton officer didn’t return. Instead, police showed up at Jackie McLean’s home to tell her the 45-year-old was among four people killed in a shooting that took place in a […]
  
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• Municipality’s Fire Ban remains in effect for Huron Shores

  10-08-2018 23:19
  Huron Shores Fire Chief Jim Kent has been informed by the sector officer for the MNRF Fire – Chapleau that the Ministry’s Restriction has been terminated for our area effective at Noon today, August 10th.  However, the Municipality’s Fire Ban remains in effect. The Municipality of Huron Shores’ Fire Ban permits small, contained fires for cooking […]
  
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• Uncle Kracker heads to Kewadin

  10-08-2018 21:21
  Rock and country artist Uncle Kracker plays Kewadin Casino in late September.The native of Mount Clemens, Mich., performs at the venue in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., on Sept. 20 at 8 p.m.Tickets cost US $35.50 and $38.50 and are on sale at www.kewadin.com or by calling 800-539-2346.Born Matthew Shafer, Uncle Kracker has released five albums. His most recent effort, Midnight Special, came out in 2012.Uncle Kracker’s hits include Follow Me and Drift Away.
  
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• City to try again for Black Road connecting link funding

  10-08-2018 21:17 via saultstar.com
  Three times a charm?
  Sault Ste. Marie won’t know until early next year.
  But city council is being asked to approve designating the Black Road widening project as its priority project for 2019 connecting link funding yet again.
  It will be the third time the city will make application for funding up to 90 per cent of the project, to a maximum of $3 million.
  Connecting link funding, the program which was reinstated in 2016 after several years’ hiatus, finances capital works projects on
  
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• Canada in wait-and-see mode as U.S. and Mexico work on bilateral NAFTA issues

  10-08-2018 21:16
  OTTAWA — The federal government finds itself in a holding pattern on NAFTA negotiations with one-on-one talks between the United States and Mexico set to spill into next week. A source familiar with the effort said Friday that Canadian negotiators won’t be returning to the NAFTA bargaining table in Washington until its two partners find common ground on their outstanding issues, especially the […]
  
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• Truck Hits Cyclist

  10-08-2018 20:57
  Traffic was backed up on Great Northern Rd this afternoon after a collision. A Black Dodge pick-up truck collided with a cyclist at the corner of Great Northern Rd and Industrial Park Cres. The cyclist was taken to hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries. Saultonline will update this story when more information becomes available. […]
  
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• ‘There’s just nothing left:’ Cottage in family for generations lost to wildfire

  10-08-2018 20:30
  Jane Lee had heard about the forest fires burning many kilometres away from her family cottage but hadn’t seen smoke or other signs of a blaze when she and other relatives gathered at the retreat in northeastern Ontario earlier this summer. All appeared to be well when she and 11 family members left the property in mid-June, but a massive […]
  
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• Study finds kids busy with structured sport find time for free play

  10-08-2018 20:30
  TORONTO — Parents who fear that kids in organized sport spend less time on just-for-fun activities can take heart in a new study by researchers at McMaster University and the University of Toronto. Not only did the study find those kids embraced free play, it found they generally engaged in more physical activity on their own than […]
  
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• The MNR imposted fire ban has been lifted for Sault Ste. Marie. saultstemarie.ca/Newsroom/Augus… https://t.co/sIBhOjqUyS

  10-08-2018 20:29 via twitter.com
  
  The MNR imposted fire ban has been lifted for Sault Ste. Marie. saultstemarie.ca/Newsroom/Augus… https://t.co/sIBhOjqUyS
  
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• Fire Ban Lifted saultonline.com/2018/08/fire-b… via @saultonline

  10-08-2018 20:29 via twitter.com
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• Fire Ban Lifted

  10-08-2018 20:19
  Effective 12 noon, on August 10th, 2018, the MNR (Ministry of Natural Resources) imposed restricted fire zone, inclusive of the municipality of Sault Ste. Marie, has been lifted. Sault Fire Services would like to remind all citizens to burn with caution and follow the provisions of the Open-Air Burning for the Municipality of Sault Ste. […]
  
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• Point of impact

  10-08-2018 20:05 via saultstar.com
  A paramedic responds to a two-vehicle collision at Second Line East and Old Garden River Road early Friday afternoon.
  
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• 2018 Fourth Tax Installment Due September 5 saultstemarie.ca/Newsroom/Augus…

  10-08-2018 19:59 via twitter.com
  2018 Fourth Tax Installment Due September 5 saultstemarie.ca/Newsroom/Augus…
  
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• Cell Phone Taken From Shopper

  10-08-2018 19:55
  Crime Stoppers and the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service are asking for your assistance in identifying a suspect in a theft. On the 29th of July 2018 at approximately 7:50 a.m. an unidentified male attended at Wal-Mart located on Great Northern Road. The unidentified male was in the Photo Centre where he saw a Samsung […]
  
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• Largest energy storage system of its kind to be constructed in Sault Ste. Marie

  10-08-2018 19:21 via saultstar.com
  Sault Ste. Marie will have the most competitive business environment in Ontario for utility rates when a new massive energy storage facility is up and running.
  Sault Ste. Marie PUC is to present the project to city council Monday.
  The partnership, to be called the Customer Energy Management (CMEa) program is a PUC Services initiative with partners Fluence, Siemens and APG.
  It will see the construction of a 45MW/165MWh energy storage facility that will reduce the need for expensive peak generatio
  
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• August Remember When

  10-08-2018 19:15 via saultstar.com
  ShareTumblr Pinterest Google Plus Reddit LinkedInEmail GALLERY:Here are some Remember When pictures from August over the years. They include hospital construction from 1953, Nurses at school in 1962, young ladies getting buried in the sand in 1972, a young lad getting pushed on a some cool summer wheels in 1980.
  
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• Fire ban still in effect and enforced saultstar.com/news/local-new…

  10-08-2018 19:09 via twitter.com
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• Mill Market’s Moonlight Market

  10-08-2018 19:06
  August 15th, 2018, 6 to 9 pm – Mill Market is hosting our seasonal handmaker’s market Moonlight Market. This event happens 6 to 9 pm and is licensed, with live music, new craft vendors (and some seasoned pros), hot food, and more. This season, there will be a special outdoor event Yoga on the Lawn […]
  
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• ANTIKKO, Mary Angeline

  10-08-2018 17:40
  It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our mother Mary Angeline (Jiggs) Santikko. She passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 9, 2018 in her 93rd year at the Queensway Carleton Hospital, Ottawa, ON. She was a woman of great faith, strength and courage; her greatest joy and pride were her family who […]
  
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• Someone is Catching This Ace

  10-08-2018 17:24
  The Ace wasn’t caught at the Esquire Club last night.  But the story will be different tonight at the Echo Bay Elks Lodge.  This is the night someone will definitely catch the Ace. The prize for tonight’s draw is expected to reach over $23,000. Tickets go on at sale at 3:00pm  tickets are $5.00 each […]
  
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• Update: Suspected Arson at Former School

  10-08-2018 16:43
  Flames blazed at former St. Veronica school late last night. Located at 309 East Balfour Street in Sault Ste. Marie, this is allegedly the third fire at the site in two months. The fire was reported at approximately 11:30pm Thursday evening. Sault Police Services arrived on scene at 3:30am to extensive damages on the property. […]
  
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• Suspected Arson at Former School

  10-08-2018 16:43
  Flames blazed at former St. Veronica school late last night. Located at 309 East Balfour Street in Sault Ste. Marie, this is allegedly the third fire at the site in two months. The fire was reported at approximately 11:30pm Thursday evening. According to a witness, four fire trucks rushed to the scene onto extinguish flames […]
  
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• Fire at old school deliberately set

  10-08-2018 16:07 via saultstar.com
  A fire was deliberately set a former Catholic elementary school in the city’s west end on Thursday.
  Sault Ste. Marie Fire Service was called to St. Veronica’s on East Balfour Street at about 11:30 p.m.
  The fire caused extensive damage to the gym area, said Const. Sonny Spina of Sault Ste. Marie Police Service.
  The department’s criminal investigations unit is investigating.
  Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board declared the school surplus and sold the site two to three y
  
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• DUBE, Marc

  10-08-2018 15:33
  (November 7, 1958 – August 9, 2018) – With heartfelt sadness the Dube family announces the passing of their beloved Marc on Thursday, August 9, 2018 after a short battle with cancer. Best friend and husband of Veronica (Ronnie) for 34 years. Father of Derek (Krystal), Ryan and Graham (Brooke). Papa of Patrick and Vanessa Dube. Son of […]
  
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• Fire ban still in effect and enforced

  10-08-2018 15:29 via saultstar.com
  The regional open fire ban is still in effect, and violating it comes at a steep cost, according to Sault Ste. Marie Fire Services (SSMFS).
  According to the Government of Ontario, people within a restricted fire zone, which Sault Ste. Marie and area are currently in, cannot have an outdoor fire. This includes all burning, including grass, debris and campfires, even when using an outdoor fire gate, fire place or fire pit.
  “Currently, SSMFS officers have issued over 20 fire permit suspension
  
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• A Blizzard of goodness served

  10-08-2018 15:02 via saultstar.com
  Sault Ste. Marie Dairy Queen employees Lynette Wilen, (left) Kas Ghassemkhani and Teresa Tanninen serve up Blizzards on the company’s 16th annual Miracle Treat Day, Thursday. This event sees all net proceeds from the sale of Blizzards in Canada donated to Children’s Miracle Network member hospitals.
  
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• MP Sheehan Announces Investment in Safety at Sault Airport

  10-08-2018 15:00
  Canadians, tourists and businesses benefit from safe and well-maintained airports. From visiting friends and family, to traveling to medical appointments, or getting goods to market, we rely on our local airports to support and sustain vibrant communities. These airports also provide essential air services including community resupply, air ambulance, search and rescue and forest fire […]
  
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• Our newest #firefighter started this past week. Welcome to the team FF David Quesnele. #saultfire @CitySSM https://t.co/WW1kD46yHe

  10-08-2018 14:58 via twitter.com
  
  Our newest #firefighter started this past week. Welcome to the team FF David Quesnele. #saultfire @CitySSM https://t.co/WW1kD46yHe
  
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• Surge in part-time work offsets full-time losses, helps drops unemployment rate

  10-08-2018 14:55
  OTTAWA — A rush of new part-time jobs offset a drop in full-time work last month to help the economy post a net gain of 54,100 positions and drop the unemployment rate back to a four-decade low. The July jobless rate was 5.8 per cent, down from six per cent the previous month, Statistics Canada said Friday in its latest labour force survey. However, the details of the report revealed weaker […]
  
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• Government’s Approach to Sex-ed is Harmful Say Northern Ontario Pride Groups

  10-08-2018 14:43
  In the 5 weeks since the Ontario PCs’ cabinet was sworn in it has become increasingly apparent that when Premier Doug Ford was sloganeering about his government being the first “For the People”, he didn’t mean LGBTQ2 people or anyone who cares about child safety or building a more inclusive Ontario. The PCs have moved […]
  
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• Wonderful summer for gardens, but not dry crops

  10-08-2018 14:40 via saultstar.com
  This summer’s heatwave has been dramatically impacting crop growth across Northeastern Ontario, according to local farmers and gardeners.
  Certain crops have been flourishing, while others, namely dry produce like grains and hay, have suffered.
  Suzanne Hanna, who runs the community garden in Sault Ste. Marie, said the fruits and vegetables she’s been growing are exceeding all expectation.
  “I’ve never seen tomatoes look this good,” she said. “Our zucchinis are t
  
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• Beware of bogus rental units

  10-08-2018 14:32 via saultstar.com
  Fraudsters are trying to collect deposits for rental properties they don’t own in Sault Ste. Marie, police warn.
  Details of numerous properties are being taken from legitimate online advertisements and reposted by wrongdoers who ask victims for e-transfers of cash to secure the apartment or home.
  “They’re out the money and they have nowhere to live,” said Const. Sonny Spina.
  One bogus post asked for a deposit of $900.
  Spina warns people looking for a place to live to bewa
  
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• Beware bogus property rentals: police

  10-08-2018 13:58 via saultstar.com
  Fraudsters are trying to collect deposits for rental properties they don’t own in Sault Ste. Marie, police warn.Details of numerous properties are being taken from legitimate online advertisements and reposted by wrongdoers who ask victims for e-transfers of cash to secure the apartment or home.“They’re out the money and they have nowhere to live,” said Const. Sonny Spina.One bogus post asked for a deposit of $900.Spina warns people looking for a place to live to beware o
  
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• Garden River Community Days Starts Saturday

  10-08-2018 13:38
  Garden River First Nation’s 2nd Annual Community Days take place this Saturday, August 11th   until Sunday August 19th. A week of fun and entertainment is planned for the whole family. It all starts Saturday August 11th with the Family Slow Pitch Tournament at 9am. The GRNF Monster bingo takes place Sunday at 12pm, along with […]
  
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• Cineplex profit jumps on higher Q2 attendance, more spending per person

  10-08-2018 13:35
  TORONTO — Cineplex Inc. had $24.4 million of net income in the second quarter, beating analyst profit estimates, as total revenue increased by 12.4 per cent from last year and the company made progress on its cost-reduction efforts. The Toronto-based cinema and entertainment company says revenue for the three-months ended June 30 was $409 million, […]
  
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• Rory Ring is Running for Mayor

  10-08-2018 11:57
  Rory Ring is looking forward to the challenge of running for Mayor. He stopped by the ONNTV studios to tell Lou Anne Young why he chose to run.
  
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• Children born to spies in Canada should not be handed citizenship: Ottawa

  10-08-2018 10:30
  OTTAWA — Russian spies lurking in the Canadian shadows may toil in secret, but they’re still employees of Moscow — and therefore their children are not Canadian citizens, the federal government is telling the Supreme Court. In a newly filed court submission, the government argues the Toronto-born son of Russian intelligence agents should be denied Canadian citizenship, the same exception […]
  
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• Esquire Club’s Catch the Ace Still in Play. Mandy went home with a huge pot though.

  10-08-2018 04:54
  The line-up of people started early this afternoon as folks waited for their chance to purchase tickets on Catch the Ace at the George Wellington Esquire Club. At 9:30 pm, the packed clubhouse, parking lot, patio area and general vicinity of the Esquire Club was absolutely humming with excitement. Suffice it to say, Mandy Paim […]
  
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• Cannabis infused medical pet products closer to fruition as research grows

  10-08-2018 02:55
  TORONTO — Canadian pets are a few steps closer to getting their paws on cannabis based medical treatments in Canada as more cannabis companies research marijuana’s efficacy for companion animals. Canopy Growth Corp. is the latest medical marijuana company to enter the potentially lucrative pet market with its announcement this week that it will embark […]
  
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• A Staggering 8,566 traffic-related charges were laid over Civic Weekend: OPP

  10-08-2018 02:26
  ORILLIA, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) dealt with a tragic Civic Day Long Weekend with two children among the six people who died on OPP-patrolled roads. The weekend marked the highest number of fatal road incidents since the 2011 August long weekend. A three-year-old girl died after being struck by a pick-up truck […]
  
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