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• These R The Facts As Eye C Them So Far

  27-09-2018 23:59
  At the very least, the Soo Greyhounds will ice Allstar/World Junior talent in all three dimensions of hockey; goaltending, defence & offence. Regardless of the what the naysayers say, with Matt Villalta in net, Jordan Sambrook & Mac Hollowell behind the blueline, and Morgan Frost and Barrett Hayton up front, these boys have the potential to […]
  
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• Popping up all over

  27-09-2018 23:43 via saultstar.com
  THESSALON — Pop-up shops are all the rage these days.
  And why not? Besides making their owners a bit of cash, pop-ups can create a lasting image for customers. Besides, they’re just plain fun.
  That’s what Greg Taylor says about his pop-up store, Samson Books. You might wonder why Taylor, who lives in Trenton, Ont., would even travel so far from his southern Ontario home with a bookstore. He says he’s got a special connection to the area, having grown up in Thessalon. Not
  
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• YouTubers on the steady pressure to keep viewers happy, rack up the views

  27-09-2018 23:40
  TORONTO — Knowing which ingredients go into making a wildly popular YouTube video is still a mystery to brothers Jae and Trey Richards, even after seven years of producing successful comedy skits. They’ve done the Harlem Shake, tussled with Drake and cracked jokes about Snapchat messages. And for a long time, they’d churn out those clips as frequently as possible.             &nb
  
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• Natural gas bills will go down about $29 a year, Enbridge says

  27-09-2018 23:32
  TORONTO — Enbridge Gas Distribution Ltd. says its typical Ontario residential customer’s natural gas bill will go down about $29 a year. The gas distribution company says its received approval from the Ontario Energy Board for new rates starting next month. The Ontario government’s cancellation of the cap and trade program will decrease rates by $80. […]
  
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• Broken Water Main on MacDonald Ave. PUC on it.

  27-09-2018 23:29
  An unknown number of residents in the MacDonald Ave area of the city are currently experiencing water service problems. A Broken Water Main has occurred and the PUC are on scene for repairs. “At approximately 3:43PM on September 27, 2018, a number of customers in Sault Ste. Marie had their water services interrupted, as a […]
  
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• Students from Sandy Lake First Nation Build on their Skills in the Building Maintenance and Construction Program

  27-09-2018 23:04
  (Sault Ste. Marie, ON September 27, 2018) – This past summer students from Sandy Lake First Nation – who were enrolled in Sault College’s Building Maintenance and Construction Certificate program – put their learning and tools to the test to successfully build a house showcasing their training and talents!  The students used their learning to […]
  
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• MPs vote to strip Suu Kyi of honorary Canadian citizenship over Rohingya crisis

  27-09-2018 22:24
  OTTAWA — MPs have unanimously endorsed motion to revoke the honorary Canadian citizenship of Myanmar’s de facto leader, Aung San Suu Kyi. The vote, on a Bloc Quebecois motion, followed Thursday’s question period and came one day after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said it was up to Parliament to decide whether to strip the honour given to […]
  
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• Ontario Universities and Colleges Coalition on government-mandated free speech policies.

  27-09-2018 22:14
  Toronto, Sept. 27, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ontario’s universities and colleges are vital spaces where a culture of rich academic debate and free expression should be fostered. Core to the mandate of our post-secondary institutions is the advancement of knowledge, and that requires our campuses to be places where all community members have the right […]
  
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• Internet groups disappointed in lowered CRTC speed targets for broadband fund

  27-09-2018 21:47
  OTTAWA — Internet advocacy groups say they’re unhappy Canada’s telecoms regulator has halved the minimum speed that projects need to meet for a $750-million fund designed to make broadband internet more accessible. OpenMedia executive director Laura Tribe says the move is a “stunning step backwards” and demonstrates a serious lack of ambition to provide Canadians with faster internet services. The CRTC […]
  
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• Canada post labour dispute could play havoc on elections

  27-09-2018 21:44 via saultstar.com
  A pending Canada Post employee labour dispute may play havoc with some municipal election plans in rural communities – including those communities North and East of Sault Ste. Marie.
  The City of Sault Ste. Marie has entered into an agreement with the regional school boards to run the school board election process.
  That includes areas in the Sault North area, Wawa, Chapleau and east of the city to Huron Shores.
  The move includes sending out between 4,000 and 5,000 ballots to eligible voters
  
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• Algoma District School Board’s Latest Report Card

  27-09-2018 21:35
  Earlier this month, the Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) publicly released the school and school-board results from the 2017/2018 school year for: Primary and Junior Division assessments of Reading, Writing and Mathematics Grade 9 Math assessment Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT) EQAO reports provide school communities with information that contributes to understanding each […]
  
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• New five-week parental sharing to start in March 2019

  27-09-2018 21:17
  Ottawa, Ontario – Employment and Social Development Canada When women have equal opportunities to succeed, they are powerful agents of change—driving strong economic growth and improving the quality of life for their families and their communities. Today, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, helped mark the first-ever Gender Equality Week […]
  
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• BERNARDO, Rosaria

  27-09-2018 20:56
  Our hearts are heavy as we announce the passing of Rosaria, at the Sault Area Hospital on Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at the age of 84. She is now reunited with her beloved husband, Pasquale. Cherished mother of Bianca Paradiso (Gino), John, Frank (Nancy), Sergio (Tammy) and David. Precious Nanna of Ida Orr (Gentry), Christina, […]
  
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• Algoma District School Board adds eight classrooms as a result of enrolment increases

  27-09-2018 20:51
  Algoma District School Board (ADSB) senior staff shared a very positive update and overview of opening enrolment numbers at Algoma District School Board’s first Regular Board meeting held on Tuesday, September 25, 2018. Elementary The September 7th, 2018 Junior Kindergarten (JK) to Grade 8 enrolment is currently 6,381 students, an increase of 223 students from […]
  
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• Shoemaker Talks Norgoma

  27-09-2018 20:49
  The future of the Norgoma has been a contentious issue this past summer. Some believe that the Roberta Bondar Marina is the perfect home for the old vessel, others believe a better home can be found. On Monday night city council  voted  to move the vessel on April 15th or when the ice is gone. […]
  
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• Sandin to suit up for the Marlies

  27-09-2018 19:56
  He was the Leafs first round pick in this year’s NHL Entry Draft, but starting this season, he will be wearing blue and white with a different team. On Wednesday, it was announced that Soo Greyhounds defenceman Rasmus Sandin has been assigned to the American Hockey League’s Toronto Marlies, who are the affiliate team of […]
  
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• Thunderbirds acquire Bazarin

  27-09-2018 18:33
  The Soo Thunderbirds have announced today that they have acquired forward Matthew Bazarin from the OJHL’s Stouffville Spirit in exchange for a player development fee. Bazarin, who stands 6’4 and 214 lbs, spent last season in the OJHL, splitting time with the Toronto Lakeshore Patriots and the Stouffville Spirit. The Roseneath, Ontario native, who played […]
  
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• Ontario pot retail rules pose headwinds for industry players

  27-09-2018 17:49
  TORONTO — Ontario’s decision to not cap the number of privately-operated cannabis shops was welcomed by industry players, but market share restrictions on licensed producers and the lack of clarity on where marijuana stores can be located may pose headwinds for the sector. The provincial government yesterday shed more light on its framework for Ontario’s private cannabis retail marketplace, […]
  
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• Ring Job Creation Strategy Will Deliver

  27-09-2018 17:15
  One of the most important priorities in our community is and continues to be, job creation and filling existing jobs with talent. We are all aware of the challenges our changing economy presents, and we can no longer afford to go from crisis to crisis. We need a plan that will bring real job opportunities […]
  
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• ‘We didn’t ask for a meeting,’ Trudeau says as he disputes Trump’s claim

  27-09-2018 17:11
  OTTAWA — Justin Trudeau says he made no requests to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump while the two leaders were in New York this week for the United Nations General Assembly. The prime minister made the comment a day after Trump told reporters that he had rejected a request for a meeting with Trudeau to discuss the […]
  
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• Sault Ste. Marie Celebrated at Cinéfest Sudbury | SaultOnline.com - SaultOnline.com

  27-09-2018 16:56 via saultonline.com
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  Sault Ste. Marie's local film and digital media talent was on full display at last week's Cinéfest Sudbury International Film Festival, as local producers and ...
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  27-09-2018 16:51 via saultonline.com
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  Sault Ste. Marie's local film and digital media talent was on full display at last week's Cinéfest Sudbury International Film Festival, as local producers and directors were recognized for their work in the industry. Two local groups walked away with ...
  
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• Sault Ste. Marie Celebrated at Cinéfest Sudbury

  27-09-2018 16:51
  Sault Ste. Marie’s local film and digital media talent was on full display at last week’s Cinéfest Sudbury International Film Festival, as local producers and directors were recognized for their work in the industry. Two local groups walked away with top prizes in the CTV Best in Shorts category; Jimmie Chiverelli won second place for […]
  
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• September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

  27-09-2018 16:40
  September is Ovarian Cancer awareness month. Gayle Manley and Jane Vienneau from the Zonta Club joined Tim Murphy on The Morning Show with Lou Anne and Tim to talk about the signs and symptoms of this deadly disease.
  
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• Cistaro To Donate First City Paycheque

  27-09-2018 16:36
  Ward 2 city councillor candidate Sam Cistaro has announced that he will donate his first city paycheque to a local foundation in Ward 2 when elected. “One of the common themes that I heard going door to door was that some of our residents need a helping hand, even if it’s short term. I have […]
  
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• FEIFEL, Walter

  27-09-2018 16:19
  We are saddened to announce the passing of Walter Feifel of Goulais River at the Sault Area Hospital on Saturday, September 22, 2018. He was 94 years young.   Walter was the beloved husband of the late Olivia Feifel and will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by his sons Thomas (Ann) and Peter (Marta). […]
  
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• Cinefest honours two Sault shorts

  27-09-2018 16:11 via saultstar.com
  Two short films shot by Sault Ste. Marie talent were recognzied at Cinefest.The Sudbury film festival ran Sept. 15-23.Jimmie Chiverelli won second place for directing Wisp.The Last Wish, directed by Sault College digital film and production student Vladimir Sokolskyy, won for best cinematography, a release says.Cinfest also screened two feature films shot in the Sault, Giant Little Ones and Angelique’s Isle.Giant Little Ones was nominated for a People’s Choice Award at Toronto Intern
  
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• Creating the Right Business Environment the Key to Economic Growth, Says Provenzano

  27-09-2018 16:02
  Today, Mayor Christian Provenzano outlined his views on what Mayor and Council need to do to continue building a positive and welcoming environment for business in Sault Ste. Marie in order to spur new economic development and investment. “It’s well understood that it’s not within the power of local elected officials to create jobs on […]
  
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• Great Lake Swimmers worship church spaces for recording

  27-09-2018 15:28 via saultstar.com
  Tony Dekker is a believer when it comes to recording music in churches.His band, Great Lake Swimmers, recorded two earlier albums at churches in Wainfleet and Rockport.The Waves, The Wake, released in August, was cut at Bishop Cronyn Memorial Church in London, Ont. The former Anglican church is 145 years old.The church is now managed by Aeolian Hall, a long-standing venue in the southwestern Ontario city.Aeolian management highlighted the space when Great Lake Swimmers played a London date sever
  
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• Suspects drive through store, steal bank machine in central Ont., police allege

  27-09-2018 15:13
  ERIN, Ont. — Provincial Police say they’re looking for at least three suspects after a bank machine was stolen from a store in central Ontario. OPP say the alleged theft took place shortly before 1 a.m. Thursday when a witness reported seeing a pickup truck drive through a glass storefront in Erin, Ont. Police allege at least three […]
  
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  27-09-2018 13:12 via twitter.com
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• Survey finds growing disconnect between Canadians and nature

  27-09-2018 12:04
  TORONTO — A survey for the Nature Conservancy of Canada indicates Canadians feel happier when they are connected to nature, but fewer are making the effort the get out of the house. The online survey of 2,000 Canadians found 87 per cent of respondents felt happier, healthier and more productive when connected to nature. But 74 per […]
  
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• Industrial Tax Rates: SSM Small-Scale Facilities Ask, What Happened in 2017?

  27-09-2018 11:51
  The City of Sault Ste. Marie’s official industrial municipal tax rates are now among the highest in the province. Even with tax capping to spread out the immediate impact of an increase or decrease in taxation or Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) valuations, industrial property owners that SaultOnline spoke to are concerned about the potential […]
  
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• Feds try to pull cloak of secrecy over court case on pipeline spy allegations

  27-09-2018 10:00
  OTTAWA — Federal lawyers want closed-door hearings in a high-profile court case about allegations of Canadian Security Intelligence Service spying on anti-pipeline activists. The civil liberties group behind a complaint about the purported CSIS wrongdoing opposes the federal secrecy request, saying it blatantly violates the principle that justice must be seen to be done. The matter is slated to be heard today in […]
  
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• Ontario government to allow cannabis smoking wherever tobacco smoking allowed

  27-09-2018 02:24
  TORONTO — Ontario residents will be able to smoke recreational cannabis wherever the smoking of tobacco is permitted, the Progressive Conservative government said Wednesday, loosening rules established by the previous Liberal regime. The government will also not put a cap on pot shops when it starts licensing and regulating the province’s private cannabis retail marketplace, […]
  
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• Colin Wilson Welcomed as Algoma U’s New Director of Strategic Advancement

  27-09-2018 01:51
  (SAULT STE. MARIE, ON) Algoma University is pleased to announce that Colin Wilson will fill the role of Director of Strategic Advancement. As a key member of the University’s leadership team, Wilson will work closely with the President and Vice-Chancellor on operational matters, stakeholder relations, and special projects of importance to the University, including the […]
  
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• Operation NANOOK: Towards a new North

  27-09-2018 01:44
  Operation NANOOK takes place each year across Yukon, the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and Labrador. It features up to five deployments throughout the year. Canada is an Arctic nation which guards its sovereignty and defends the country against threats in the region. The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) plays a key role in this. Further, the CAF […]
  
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• Colts sweep Steelhawks in Girls Basketball Action

  27-09-2018 00:30
  With the 2018 edition of the girl’s basketball season tipping off last night, it was the Korah Colts who chalked up 2 victories last night. In the Junior game, it would be a seesaw battle with many lead changes throughout the contest.  When the dust settled, the Colts would come away with a 35-25 victory.  […]
  
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• Hamilton Bulldogs share update on Head Coach Dave Matsos health

  27-09-2018 00:24
  “We continue to be encouraged by the progress Head Coach, Dave Matsos has made with his health. We are also pleased to let everyone know that he was able to spend some time with the players, coaches and trainers yesterday.” The Hamilton Bulldogs said in a statement today. Moving forward Matsos will help the team […]
  
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• AU Thunderbirds come home winless from Thunder Bay

  27-09-2018 00:07
  It’s only pre-season, but the Algoma Thunderbirds have some work ahead of them before the 2018-2019 OUA season begins.  The Thunderbirds travelled to Thunder Bay to take on the Lakehead women’s basketball team.  The Thunderwolves from Thunder Bay took down the Algoma Thunderbirds, posting convincing wins by scores of 93-66 and 87-50. The Thunderwolves started […]
  
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