Sault Ste. Marie news

• Trade deal’s new name has Trump written all over it

  02-10-2018 23:56
  OTTAWA — What’s in a name? Lots of jokes, apparently, if it’s the moniker for the revamped North American Free Trade Agreement. While NAFTA rolled off the tongue and became almost as familiar to Canadians as RCMP and NHL, it appears the almost unpronounceable USMCA will take a little getting used to. The acronym for the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement […]
  
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• Doug Ford’s Plan to scrap Bill 148 is misguided and mean-spirited, says Ontario Federation of Labour.

  02-10-2018 23:19
  TORONTO, Oct. 02, 2018 – The Premier told the legislature today that he would scrap paid sick days, as provided in the Fair Workplaces, Better Jobs Act, known as Bill 148. Paid sick days and the other reforms in the Act from the legislated increase in the minimum wage to $15 to unpaid personal emergency […]
  
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• Need Help With Funding? FedNor is Here to Help

  02-10-2018 23:06
  FedNor wants the Sault’s business and entrepreneurial community to known what options are available for funding in Northern Ontario. Initiatives Officer Tracey Forsyth came down to the ONNtv studios to talk specifically about local resources available, and where interested parties can start. For more information, click here.
  
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• FAMILY LIFE: Loads of Family Fun in October!

  02-10-2018 23:00
  FAMILY LIFE is a convenient listing of Family Friendly and Fun events filtered directly from the Community Events Calendar. There are loads of upcoming children, youth and family events happening throughout the year with new ones added pretty much on a daily basis. Don’t forget to check back here frequently to keep up to date […]
  
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• Heavy Rain May Cause Trouble

  02-10-2018 22:54
  The Sault Ste Marie Region Conservation Authority is warning of possible flooding in a statement released today. Although currently local rivers, creeks and streams are running at normal level the forecasted rain fall may change that.  The weather forecast is calling for 35-45 mm or more of rainfall on Wednesday October 3rd.  Isolated thunderstorms could […]
  
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• Hayton to start season with Arizona

  02-10-2018 22:53
  He’s only 18, but he’s going to be starting his season in the NHL! It was announced today that Soo Greyhounds forward Barrett Hayton has made the Arizona Coyotes opening night roster. Hayton, who was selected by the Coyotes in the 1st round (5th overall) in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft this past June, scored […]
  
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• Parliament revokes Myanmar leader’s honorary Canadian citizenship

  02-10-2018 22:50
  OTTAWA — Parliament has formally stripped Aung San Suu Kyi of her honorary Canadian citizenship for complicity in the atrocities committed against Myanmar’s Rohingya people. The Senate voted unanimously Tuesday to strip Suu Kyi, Myanmar’s civilian leader, of the symbolic honour bestowed on her in 2007. The upper house’s move follows a similar unanimous vote in the House of Commons last week. […]
  
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• Youth Counselling Clinic opens in the Sault with help of SSMEDC

  02-10-2018 22:11
  Sault Ste. Marie, ON (October 2, 2018) – What talents and abilities make a successful entrepreneur? One trait is the capacity to see a shortage of services and figuring out how to fill that gap. Kelsey Dugas is a prime example. Growing up in Sault Ste. Marie, she didn’t think there were enough support systems […]
  
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• CAPY, Anna (neeTaraborrelli)

  02-10-2018 21:56
  Passed away peacefully after a courageous battle, surrounded by her family at the Ottawa General Hospital on Saturday September 29, 2018 at the age of 57. Loving wife and best friend of Jim. Proud and devoted mother of Tiana (fiancé Steven Vorholt) and Tara (fiancé Patrick Armstrong). Special nanny to her beloved granddog Ruby. Precious daughter of […]
  
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• Voter notification cards coming in the mail this week.

  02-10-2018 21:40
  Sault Ste. Marie, ON – The City of Sault Ste. Marie is advising residents that voter notification cards for the upcoming election will begin arriving in mailboxes this week. Voters who do not receive a ‘You Vote At Card’ in the mail, or have incorrect information on their card can add their name or update […]
  
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• Unruly fans face suspension

  02-10-2018 21:29 via saultstar.com
  NORTH BAY — Overly intense hockey fans better watch what they say or they could find themselves evicted from the arena.
  The Northern Ontario Hockey Association is taking a tough stance against abuse of officials by hockey fans.
  The association has enacted a new rule to try to curb the verbal abuse referees receive.
  Fans who threaten or use profanity toward an official will be penalized, says Glen Campbell, the association’s director of officials.
  “Officials will come to a stati
  
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• Zombie walk lurches to a stop – for now

  02-10-2018 21:19 via saultstar.com
  Too few dollars have killed off Soo Zombie Walk – for a year anyways.“Our small team of volunteer horror fans were unable to gather the necessary funding and resources to run the event his year,” a release reads.A return is planned in 2019. Anyone interested in helping can email [email protected]
  
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• Sault Fire Services responds to Punctured Gas Line

  02-10-2018 21:17
  SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – October 2, 2018 –  On Tuesday, October 2, 2018, Sault Ste. Marie Fire Service crews were called to a reported gas leak in the west-end of the city. Shortly after 11 a.m., fire crews responded to a high-pressure gas-line puncture in the 700 block of Peoples Road. Crews blocked off […]
  
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• Downtown Association surveys candidates

  02-10-2018 21:10 via saultstar.com
  The Sault Ste. Marie Downtown association has released the results of a survey it distributed to candidates in the upcoming election.
  The survey is used as a tool by the association in creating strong teamwork that will promote collaborative decision making with the new upcoming city council.
  The online link, www.saultdowntown.com/candidates2018 will outline the association’s strategic plan, provide a list of candidates and whether they responded to the survey, as well as the answers to th
  
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• Voter info cards in the mail

  02-10-2018 21:07 via saultstar.com
  The City of Sault Ste. Marie voter notification cards are in the mail.
  Voters should start receiving the ‘You Vote At’ cards this week.
  Voters who do not receive the card or have incorrect information on their card can add their name or update their information at saultstemarie.ca/election . Voters can also verify their information and find their voting place online by using the voter services tool.
  Voters should bring their voter notification card to advance voting or to their votin
  
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• Look for your voter notification card in the mail this week. More info: saultstemarie.ca/Newsroom/Octob… #Election2018 https://t.co/TOq8aeJACo

  02-10-2018 21:07 via twitter.com
  
  Look for your voter notification card in the mail this week. More info: saultstemarie.ca/Newsroom/Octob…#Election2018 https://t.co/TOq8aeJACo
  
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• Don’t take pot on international flights, transport minister warns

  02-10-2018 21:01
  OTTAWA — Canada’s transport minister says travellers aboard domestic flights will be allowed to carry a small quantity of cannabis with them after Oct 17. But Marc Garneau warns against packing it into luggage that’s destined outside the country. And the country’s airport screening authority says it has yet to finalize procedures for dealing with passengers […]
  
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• Catch the Ace projected to hit $1.2M

  02-10-2018 20:40 via saultstar.com
  Even Boomer Braido gets a little star-struck considering just how big Esquire Club’s Catch the Ace jackpot will be on Thursday.With just one card left in the draw’s 52nd week, the winning ticket drawn is guaranteed to win both the weekly and cumulative prizes.Braido, a club co-owner, expects the total prize will be about $1.2 million.“Just think about that,” he told The Sault Star on Tuesday. “Like, wow.”Esquire Club is the first Catch the Ace raffle licensed
  
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• Woman Charged with Possession of Stolen Property

  02-10-2018 20:18
  On October 1st, 2018 officers with the Patrol Services Division of The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested 23 year old Megan Laird of Wellington Street East for possession of stolen property. It is alleged that just after 10:30 a.m. the accused entered multiple vehicles in the area of Pim Street.  Witnesses in the area […]
  
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• MacPherson, Cole Kenneth Albert

  02-10-2018 20:12
  Passed away suddenly on September 24, 2018 at the age of 23. Lovingly remembered by his parents, Cheri Pearson-Nicholls (Jay), Albert MacPherson and loving stepmother, Lorie Furber. Remembered by his grandparents, Janice & Ken Pearson and late Gloria & Bob MacPherson. Brother of Alycia Nicholls & Jamie Powley, Erin Scott and step brother to Taniel, […]
  
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• LITTLE, John

  02-10-2018 20:07
  Suddenly and unexpectedly on Friday September 28, 2018 at the age of 59. Survived by his biggest fan Glo. He will be remembered by his son David and daughter Robyn. Papa of Jesse (Brandon), Reilly, Nicholas and Morgan. Predeceased by his parents Herb and Melba Little. Brother of Wanda Roe (Vern), Ron and Bev Lunge […]
  
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• Look Listen Learn Be Aware Fire Can Happen Anywhere saultonline.com/2018/10/look-l… via @saultonline

  02-10-2018 19:41 via twitter.com
  Look Listen Learn Be Aware Fire Can Happen Anywhere saultonline.com/2018/10/look-l… via @saultonline
  
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• Local Community Business Supports International Students

  02-10-2018 18:49
  This year, Sault College welcomed a record number of international students to its campus. With more than 420 international students representing 15 countries from around the world, our campus and our community continues to grow and diversify. Each of these students has enriched our campus and allowed us to gain an amazing appreciation for various […]
  
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• Residents Evacuated Due to Gas Leak

  02-10-2018 18:40
  Sault Ste. Marie Fire Services are currently on-scene at People’s Road and Second Line for a gas leak. SaultOnline.com has learned that people in and around the area have been evacuated. Reports from the scene indicate the lower portion of People’s road is closed to all traffic. The gas line was ruptured during a construction […]
  
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• Look Listen Learn Be Aware Fire Can Happen Anywhere

  02-10-2018 18:17
  The Sault Ste. Marie Fire Service is urging all citizens to LOOK, LISTEN and LEARN about fire safety during this year’s Fire Prevention Week. This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme, which runs from October 7-13, 2018, is “LOOK. LISTEN. LEARN. Be aware. Fire can happen anywhere.” The theme focuses on three fundamental actions people can take to be […]
  
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• Female Arrested for Possession of Stolen Property #Sault #Police #SaultNews #TheSoo - news.ssmps.ca/EN/News/index.…

  02-10-2018 17:31 via twitter.com
  Female Arrested for Possession of Stolen Property #Sault #Police #SaultNews #TheSoo - news.ssmps.ca/EN/News/index.…
  
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• DANICICH, Branko John

  02-10-2018 17:28
  It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Branko Danicich on Saturday, September 29, 2018 at the age of 76. Born in Kirkland Lake, Ontario – and forever proud to tell you – Branko was raised by his parents, the late Barbara and Ivan, alongside his loving big sister Zorka. Branko […]
  
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• Court rules Canada’s TV regulator exceeded its authority with restrictions on Bell

  02-10-2018 17:26
  TORONTO — Bell Canada and its media arm have won a round in their battle against regulatory restrictions on their activities as television content producers and distributors. The Federal Court of Appeal has issued a 2-1 split decision that agrees with Bell’s argument that the Broadcasting Act doesn’t give the CRTC authority to enforce its “wholesale code.” The Canadian […]
  
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• ***Female Arrested for Impaired Driving*** On October 1st, 2018 officers with the Patrol Services Division of The… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  02-10-2018 17:17 via twitter.com
  ***Female Arrested for Impaired Driving***On October 1st, 2018 officers with the Patrol Services Division of The… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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• Google’s first urban development raises data concerns

  02-10-2018 17:09
  TORONTO — Heated streets will melt ice and snow on contact. Sensors will monitor traffic and protect pedestrians. Driverless shuttles will carry people to their doors. A unit of Google’s parent company Alphabet is proposing to turn a rundown part of Toronto’s waterfront into what may be the most wired community in history — to […]
  
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• CMHC passes stress test for severe scenarios such as cyber attack and earthquake

  02-10-2018 16:48
  TORONTO — Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says its mortgage loan insurance and securitization businesses are stable enough to withstand several extreme scenarios. In its annual stress test, the housing agency says its capital holdings are sufficient to weather against severe financial stress, a sustained low oil price and a global trade war. It says it would […]
  
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• James Neville wins $100,000

  02-10-2018 16:09 via saultstar.com
  An Elliot Lake man won $100,000 playing an Ontario Lottery and Gaming scratch ticket.James Neville, 52, won playing The Big Spin Instant (Game No. 2104).He bought his ticket at Hillside Shop and Save on Hillside Drive.“It feels good, life-changing, there are always things you need to do, and this will help do a lot,” Neville said in a release.The cash will help the retiree with home renovations and a planned trip with his girlfriend next summer.
  
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• Elliot Lake Resident Wins Big

  02-10-2018 15:58
  Congratulations to James Neville of Elliot Lake for winning $100,000 with THE BIG SPIN INSTANT game. (Game #2104). “I enjoy playing INSTANT tickets, LOTTO 6/49 and LOTTO MAX,” shared James, while at the OLG Prize Centre to pick up his winnings. “But this is my first big win!” James was at home playing his ticket […]
  
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• Provenzano Takes Aim at Ring’s Business Record

  02-10-2018 15:05
  Throughout Sault Ste. Marie’s election campaign, Mayoral challenger Rory Ring has criticized the financial management of Mayor Provenzano and City Council. Mr. Ring has also made audacious claims about what he would accomplish as Mayor based on his leadership ability, business knowledge, and financial expertise. As such, it is important and relevant for voters to […]
  
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• Gong Lake showdown 'spiraled out of control'

  02-10-2018 14:32 via saultstar.com
  A confrontation between two boaters fueled by a joke quickly escalated into a man pointing a shotgun at several people at point-blank range last summer.Albert Sewell, 62, of Batchewana First Nation, pleaded guilty on Monday to three counts pointing a weapon related to the July 7, 2017 incident at Gong Lake, 75 kilometres north of Sault Ste. Marie.Sewell’s son, Peter, was preparing to go on Gong Lake to fish. Peter Sewell’s father-in-law make a joking reference to him checking fish ne
  
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• Community Honours Orange Shirt Day at Algoma U

  02-10-2018 12:00
  On Sunday, students, faculty and community members alike joined together at Algoma University campus to honour survivors and those who were lost to the residential school system. ONNtv’s Alex Parr joined in the emotional afternoon, speaking with Shingwauk Residential School Centre Director Elizabeth Edgar-Webkamigad about the significance of the day and the activities taking place […]
  
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• Algoma U to host election debates

  02-10-2018 06:52 via saultthisweek.com
  On Tuesday, Oct. 9 and Thursday, Oct. 11, Algoma University will host the 2018 Sault Ste. Marie Municipal Election Debates in the Shingwauk Auditorium.
  Ward councillor debates will be 60 minutes in length, while mayoral candidate debates will be 90 minutes in length.
  A full schedule for the debates follows:
  Tuesday, Oct. 9: Ward1, 6 p.m.; Ward 2, 7:15 p.m.; Ward 3, 8:30 p.m.
  Thursday, Oct. 11: Ward 4, 6 p.m.; Ward 5, 7:15 p.m.; Ward 6, 8:30 p.m.
  The mayoral candidates debate will follow.
  Debates
  
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• Library to hold four election Meet and Greet events

  02-10-2018 06:46 via saultthisweek.com
  Sault Ste. Marie Public Library will host a series of Meet & Greets for 2018 Municipal Election candidates.
  Residents can meet the candidates from their wards and ask questions about election platforms, the library says in a media release.
  Ward boundaries have changed for the upcoming election. Do you know which candidates are running in your ward? Don’t miss the opportunity to become an informed voter on Election Day, the release says.
  Meet & Greet Dates:
  Ward 1 & 2 candidates
  
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• Coffee not just coffee for youthful entrepreneur

  02-10-2018 05:45 via saultthisweek.com
  Lars Moffat a 22-year-old coffee enthusiast started roasting coffee out of small air popcorn makers and spent the better part of two years researching methods and profiles of coffee roasters.
  Now he runs Copper Country Coffee Roasters, “ethically responsible, organic coffee”, set up at Algoma Farmers Market every Saturday.
  Moffat’s love for coffee began over a decade ago.
  For Moffat, coffee brings friends and family together, along with its uncanny ability to wake us up and hel
  
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• No Limits raises the ceiling for disabled

  02-10-2018 05:37 via saultthisweek.com
  The No Limits Adaptive Ski Association will host a movie night that comes with a warning:
  “You may experience a deep stirring of passion for life within.”
  The night also includes snacks and drinks to help raise funds for its equipment and programs
  Doors open at 6 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 12, at the Grand Theatre.Dianne Morrell, a member of the No Limits Board of Directors, herself an adaptive mono-skier, will deliver an introduction at 6:30.
  First of two documentaries presented over the
  
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• For Gaga, Cooper, cast, ‘A Star Is Born’ hits close to home

  02-10-2018 03:56
  TORONTO — When Bradley Cooper saw Lady Gaga perform “La Vie en Rose” at a fundraiser at the home of entrepreneur Sean Parker, it wasn’t one of the important moments along the road to making “A Star Is Born.” It was, Cooper says, THE moment. “She demolished the room,” he recalls, still wide-eyed about it. […]
  
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• Carroll and LeGuerrier listed among NHL Central Scouting’s October ‘Players to Watch’ list

  02-10-2018 03:52
  The NHL Central Scouting’s October ‘Players to Watch’ list has been released today with a pair of Soo Greyhounds making it. Forward Joe Carroll and defenceman Jacob LeGuerrier are among forty four Ontario Hockey League players to watch for the 2019 NHL Entry Draft, which takes place next June in Vancouver, British Columbia. Hounds second […]
  
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• Poll commissioned by OMA shows Ontarians concerned but largely in the dark about the effects of recreational cannabis.

  02-10-2018 02:49
  The legalization of cannabis in Canada is around the corner, but according to a Nanos Research poll commissioned by the Ontario Medical Association (OMA), Ontarians aren’t knowledgeable about health risks associated with recreational cannabis, so Ontario’s doctors are urging potential consumers to get informed on the facts. Ontario’s Doctors want patients to be educated on […]
  
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• Liberals hope relief at getting a deal will trump anger over concessions

  02-10-2018 02:32
  OTTAWA — The united partisan front maintained in Canada throughout 14 months of tortuous negotiations on NAFTA evaporated the moment a new agreement was announced, with political opponents scrambling Monday to ensure Justin Trudeau gets no credit for reaching a new continental trade deal — and reaps the maximum political damage for the concessions made. […]
  
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• Wooden crosses placed outside Ontario legislature to mark overdose deaths

  02-10-2018 02:13
  TORONTO — More than 1,000 wooden crosses representing lives lost to drug overdoses were placed outside Ontario’s legislature on Monday as advocates called on the province to maintain and expand overdose prevention sites currently under review, but the government said it needed more time to decide on the fate of the facilities. The Progressive Conservatives […]
  
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• John Mellencamp is nobody’s American Fool

  02-10-2018 01:36 via saultstar.com
  Fears were that nothin’ would happen following Nothin’ Matters and What if it Did.
  John Mellencamp, or John Cougar as he was known in 1980 when the American rocker’s fourth album was released, was so disillusioned with both the material and his record label he seriously thought the end was nigh.
  “I take no credit for that record,” he was quoted as saying a few years later. “Toward the end, I didn’t even go to the studio. Me and the guys in the band thoug
  
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• On National Seniors Day, CMA urges country to build better communities.

  02-10-2018 00:12
  October 1st is National Seniors Day and there are so many reasons to celebrate senior life in our region. While this one day a year is recognized nationally, we can be thinking about ways to support seniors all year long. Canada’s aging population challenges the viability of our physical and built environments. To promote seniors’ […]
  
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