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• Feds to let court decide on releasing cabinet secrets to Norman lawyers

  07-12-2018 23:48
  OTTAWA — The federal government says it will let a judge decide whether to release thousands of pages of cabinet secrets to Vice-Admiral Mark Norman’s lawyers, who have argued the records are needed to ensure their client gets a fair trial. The Crown’s plan is contained in new filings in an Ontario court in Ottawa […]
  
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• Toronto stock index, New York indices fall amid continued volatility

  07-12-2018 23:39
  TORONTO — Major North American indices experienced steep drops Friday amid continued volatility. The S&P/TSX composite index retreated 141.87 points to 14,795.13 despite being in positive territory earlier in the day. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average plunged 558.72 points to 24,388.95. The S&P 500 index shed 62.87 points to 2,633.08 while the […]
  
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• Algoma University Senate Approves New Computer Science Options

  07-12-2018 23:33
  New Post-Grad Certificates Expected to Generate Significant Enrolment (SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – Dec, 7, 2018): Thanks to the recent approval of four new post-graduate certificates by the Algoma University Academic Senate, those looking to obtain a university credential in a computer science related discipline will have a number of new options available to them […]
  
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• Immigration Minister Ahmed Hussen defends Canada signing onto UN migration pact

  07-12-2018 23:30
  OTTAWA — Canada is committed to signing onto the United Nations pact on migration, Immigration Minister Ahmed Hussen says, despite angry protest from right-wing political activists both here and abroad. Speaking from Marrakech, Morocco on Friday, where a UN summit on migration is to kick off next week, Hussen said the Global Compact on Migration is an important agreement […]
  
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• “What the people of Ontario need right now is a leadership with a team approach” Mantha MPP

  07-12-2018 23:22
  Frequent readers of this column well know how much I value holding regular constituency clinics in communities across the riding. Having the opportunity to talk face-to-face with individuals to listen to their concerns is one of the most effective ways for an MPP to stay in touch with what is going on in the lives […]
  
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• Leafs players William Nylander, Kasperi Kapanen involved in minor car accident

  07-12-2018 23:05
  Toronto Maple Leafs players William Nylander and Kasperi Kapanen were involved in a minor car accident Friday afternoon. A team official confirmed in an email to The Canadian Press the collision occurred near the Leafs’ practice facility in the city’s west end. It’s unclear which player was behind the wheel at the time of the […]
  
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• Altria invests $2.4 billion for 45% stake in Canadian cannabis producer Cronos

  07-12-2018 22:53
  TORONTO — Marlboro maker Altria Group Inc. will invest $2.4 billion in Canadian cannabis producer Cronos Group Inc. — marking a major foray by Big Tobacco into the pot sector — as the global market for weed continues to grow. The Virginia-based parent of the company behind Marlboro, Parliament and other cigarette brands will acquire […]
  
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• PETA threatens to sue City of Toronto and Astral Media over Canada Goose ads

  07-12-2018 22:48
  TORONTO — The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals is threatening to sue the City of Toronto and Astral Media for removing anti-Canada Goose ads. The animal rights group says Astral took down the ads that criticized the Toronto-based luxury jacket maker for using goose down and coyote fur in its jackets. The ads […]
  
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• One Human Service Network Platform Receives Federal Support

  07-12-2018 22:38
  Local MP Terry Sheehan announced today, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister for Fednor, an investment of $588,000 in RBB Innovations Ltd. in the form of a repayable contribution. RBB Innovations, now known as One Human Service Network, is a Social Purpose Enterprise that builds […]
  
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• Letter to the Editor. CN Rail Failing as Community Partner

  07-12-2018 21:59
  As today’s politicians move lock-step to appease big business, it’s worth remembering not all benefits must slide toward corporations. CN Rail is a company forgetting that. Examples abound that CN views those impeding maximum profit as nuisance, regardless of legal right or argument. Carry this point forward – CN Rail recently made the highest quarterly […]
  
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• APH making changes to genetic counselling program

  07-12-2018 21:39
  Algoma Public Health is planning to wind down their genetic counselling department as one of their cost-cutting measures and way to stretch limited budget money, The Sault Star has learned.
  APH manager of communications Leo Vecchio says the public health unit has “planned changes to the delivery of the genetics program. The services is not being cut but will undergo a transition and once the transition plan is finalized, we will share confirmed details,” he said in an emailed respons
  
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• MACKENZIE, Opal M.

  07-12-2018 21:27
  ~ Passed away suddenly yet peacefully at the FJ Davey Home on Thursday, December 6, 2018 at the age of 90. Predeceased by her husband John.  Loving mother of Stuart and Heather.  Dear grandmother to Angel MacKenzie.  Predeceased by her parents John and Luella Martin and her sister Ruth Martin. Friends may visit at the […]
  
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• UPDATE Chartwell Drive Homicide – First Degree Murder Charge Laid

  07-12-2018 21:22
  Officers with the Investigation Services Division of The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service are continuing the investigation into the November 12th incident that lead to the arrest of 22 year old Mathew L’Heureux of Chartwell Drive for second degree murder. As a result of the investigation, officers have now laid a charge of first degree […]
  
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• Trump demands border wall money; shutdown showdown nears - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  07-12-2018 21:14
  Trump demands border wall money; shutdown showdown nears  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsPresident Donald Trump said Friday that Congress should provide all the money he wants for his promised U.S.-Mexico border wall, and he called illegal ...
  
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• We were happy to join This amazing group of kids from F.H. Clergue Public School in #thesoo as they made a signific… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  07-12-2018 21:07 via twitter.com
  We were happy to join This amazing group of kids from F.H. Clergue Public School in #thesoo as they made a signific… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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• *UPDATE Chatwell Drive Homicide* - First Degree Murder Charge Laid #Sault #Police #SaultNews #TheSoo - news.ssmps.ca/EN/News/index.…

  07-12-2018 21:03 via twitter.com
  *UPDATE Chatwell Drive Homicide* - First Degree Murder Charge Laid #Sault #Police #SaultNews #TheSoo - news.ssmps.ca/EN/News/index.…
  
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• 12 Days of Holidays Draw Winners Announced

  07-12-2018 20:59
  SAULT STE. MARIE, ON — The Sault Area Hospital Foundation’s 12 Days of Holidays raffle was drawn weekdays at noon in the SAH lobby between November 12th – 27th, 2018. This new draw raised over $50,000. Funds will be used to purchase medical equipment for Sault Area Hospital, to ensure our healthcare providers can deliver […]
  
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• PAQUIN, Gilles

  07-12-2018 20:50
  ~ Unexpectedly at the Sault Area Hospital on Thursday, December 6, 2018 at the age of 63. Beloved husband and best friend of Sonja Plastino. Cherished son of Pauline and the late Sylvain Paquin. Loving father of Claude (Lee) and Michel. Proud Papa of Kanessa, Maximo, Michela, Wyatt, Ethan and Myka. Dear brother of Gerry […]
  
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• THERIAULT, Hannah Leigh

  07-12-2018 20:46
  ~ Heaven gained a strong and beautiful angel on Monday, December 3, 2018 ~ Hannah had an infectious smile, contagious laugh, kind soul and eyes that would light up the room.  Hannah was a cherished and beloved daughter of Jeffery and Jennifer Theriault and she will forever be in their hearts.  She was a proud […]
  
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• New Indigenous trustee works for inclusion

  07-12-2018 20:43
  Algoma District School Board’s first Indigenous student trustee calls the position’s creation late in coming as some First Nations students don’t feel welcome in the English board’s schools.Katelyn Wildgoose sat at the table for the first time last Tuesday when trustees held their annual meeting at ADSB’s office on Albert Street East. She’s a Grade 12 student at W.C. Eaket Secondary School in Blind River.Wildgoose chairs the board’s recently launched Nor
  
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• Should We Stay or Should We Go ?

  07-12-2018 20:31
  Yes, it’s that time of year and the junior hockey trade sweepstakes are starting to heat up. The Greyhounds have many options but trading to recoup picks are not in my vocabulary. With the dynamic job that the coaching staff, Raftis and his bandit of scouts have done over the most recent times, I believe […]
  
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• Proposed government legislation could solve city's 'construction designation' woes

  07-12-2018 20:21
  New legislation proposed by the provincial government may give the City of Sault Ste. Marie a way out from its construction designation.
  The Tory government introduced Restoring Ontario’s Competitiveness Act, designed to reduce red tape and regulations so businesses can grow, create and protect jobs.
  It’s believed the legislation,which will amend the Labour Relations Act 1995, will explicitly deem public bodies, including municipalities, school boards, hospitals and universities and
  
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• Today’s Workout: Leg curl will strengthen your backside - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  07-12-2018 20:13
  Today’s Workout: Leg curl will strengthen your backside  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsToday's move is a donkey leg curl. This move will be working your glutes and hamstrings.Start by placing yourself on all fours on the floor. Square your body and ...
  
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• U.S.-China spat sidetracks steel tariff issue: MORNEAU

  07-12-2018 20:04
  By Christopher ReynoldsTHE CANADIAN PRESSMONTREAL — Finance Minister Bill Morneau says the ongoing U.S.-China trade dispute is distracting from talks aimed at solving the steel tariffs issue between Canada and its largest trading partner.
  At an event in Montreal Friday, Morneau said the Americans’ Pacific trade row puts “multiple challenges on their plate.”
  “That means we’ve got a challenge in getting this focused on in the near term,” he said.
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• Local company gets federal loan to develop platform to help Northern health

  07-12-2018 19:48
  A local business is receiving a loan of $588,000 from the federal government to undertake applied research and development activities to develop its One Human Service Network platform to new markets.
  Sault MP Terry Sheehan announced the repayable contribution on behalf of the Ministry of Innovation, Science and Economic  Development  at his office Friday.
  Sheehan said the support will help create 23 jobs and provide  valuable service to the community.
  RRB Innovations will test a p
  
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• Should Sault Ste. Marie ban retail cannabis stores? - SooToday.com

  07-12-2018 19:45
  Should Sault Ste. Marie ban retail cannabis stores?  SooToday.comWith just six weeks to reach a decision, two city councillors will try Monday to begin a process that could lead to retail cannabis stores being outlawed within the ...
  
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• The deadline is fast approaching to nominate your favourite home or business for the 2018 Christmas Lighting Awards… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  07-12-2018 19:41 via twitter.com
  The deadline is fast approaching to nominate your favourite home or business for the 2018 Christmas Lighting Awards… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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• D’ORAZIO, Fedora (Filomena)

  07-12-2018 19:34
  Peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital on Thursday, December 6, 2018 at the age of 87 surrounded by family. Devoted wife of Vinicio for nearly 70 years. Loving and caring mother of Ivana Boston (Randy), Benny D’Orazio (Lorraine) and Milena Dagenais (Keith).  Proud nonna of Donny Boston (Melanie), Steven D’Orazio (Kristen), Kevin D’Orazio (Kesha), Stephanie […]
  
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• Ontario Government Consults with People for Budget

  07-12-2018 19:27
  The Ontario government is turning to residents to look for ideas for the 2019 Ontario budget. In a statement released today, the Ontario government is asking people to submit their “innovative and cost effective ideas” to improve the provinces balance sheet and save taxpayers money.   Minister of Finance Vic Fedeli, launched the budget consultations […]
  
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• What is Advent? - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  07-12-2018 19:12
  What is Advent?  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsAdvent is celebrated by Christians in the weeks leading up to Christmas and marks the beginning of the liturgical year for Christians.Advent, which comes from ...
  
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• Koski, Rosemary

  07-12-2018 18:27
  It is with our deepest and great sadness we announce the sudden passing of another one of God’s angels. On Tuesday December 4, 2018, Rosemary Margaret Koski in her 78th year was called home. Mom was predeceased by her parents, Oskar and Elsa Kojonen, her sister, Laila Moore, her husband, Carl David Hnatow and her […]
  
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• Cycling Club proposes natural bike trail adjacent to Finn Hill

  07-12-2018 18:25
  A proposal to develop an Active Trail Network with a series of sustainable biking trails around the city could get some traction Monday from city council.
  Ward 1 Coun. Sandra Hollingsworth and Ward 3 Coun. Donna Hilsinger have penned a resolution asking city staff to work with the Sault Cycling Club and its proposal to assess the costs, feasibility and make recommendations on whether or how to proceed with such a project.
  The proposal is to begin developing a trail network that complements the H
  
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• Watch the newly released trailer for Avengers: Endgame - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  07-12-2018 18:12
  Watch the newly released trailer for Avengers: Endgame  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsThe final installment of the “Avengers” franchise is coming.Marvel released the trailer for for “Avengers: Endgame” Thursday, providing a sneak peek of the way ...
  
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• Ontario government fires 3 directors after Google deal

  07-12-2018 17:41
  TORONTO — Ontario’s provincial government has fired three board members from a government organization working with a Google-affiliated company to create a smart-city development in Toronto. The move raises doubt about the development’s future. Monte McNaughton, Ontario’s minister of infrastructure, said in a statement Friday that he informed the three provincial appointees he was bringing […]
  
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• Toronto stock index shows modest rebound as energy, cannabis shares lift

  07-12-2018 17:29
  TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index was up moderately Friday morning, with energy and cannabis companies providing some of the lift. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 45.37 points at 14,956.14, after declining nearly 246 points on Thursday to the lowest close in five weeks. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was down 310.22 points at […]
  
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• #FireSafe4TheHolidays @CitySSM https://t.co/hyD2ThcmYm

  07-12-2018 17:11 via twitter.com
  
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• Looking Up: Geminid meteor shower visible all week - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  07-12-2018 17:09
  Looking Up: Geminid meteor shower visible all week  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsOne of the very best meteor showers in the night sky is the Geminids, which peaks Wednesday night- Thursday morning, Dec. 13-14. All this week, if skies are ...
  
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• Celebrate Christmas shopping downtown - sooeveningnews.com

  07-12-2018 17:09
  Celebrate Christmas shopping downtown  sooeveningnews.comThe traditional Christmas Open House is set to bring holiday joy to downtown Sault Ste. Marie throughout Saturday with old timey shopping experiences and ...
  
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• Brighton Are Still Rocking All Cylinders

  07-12-2018 16:50
  Cylinders are code for members. Yes, these guys who were rockers in the ’80s are still playing and have ALL original members in the band. I was lucky enough to talk to former Saultite and guitarist Greg Fraser last week. Since 2012, the band has been playing about 5 shows a year and it started with […]
  
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• Shoemaker Thrilled with Restoring Ontario’s Competitiveness Act

  07-12-2018 16:33
  Ward 3 Councillor Matthew Shoemaker released the following statement with respect to the proposed changes announced Thursday by the provincial government in the Restoring Ontario’s Competitiveness Act, 2018 After two years of renewed effort to have the City of Sault Ste. Marie’s construction employer designation changed, I am thrilled to see the Provincial Government introduce […]
  
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• UN committee tells Canada to do more on sterilizations of Indigenous women

  07-12-2018 15:53
  OTTAWA — The UN Committee Against Torture says it’s concerned about “extensive forced or coerced sterilization” of Indigenous women and girls in Canada, including recent cases in Saskatchewan. The committee says Canada must ensure all allegations are impartially investigated and that those responsible are held accountable. It also says the state needs to take legislative and policy measures to […]
  
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• PRPICH, Debbie (Pettenuzzo)

  07-12-2018 15:52
  Passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family at the Sault Area Hospital, Sunday December 2, 2018 at the age of 59. Debbie is now reunited with her beloved daughter Shannon and mother Donna Pettenuzzo. Devoted wife and best friend of Rick for 37 years. Beloved daughter of Eddie Pettenuzzo (Verna Dear). Cherished […]
  
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• TruNorth Chaga Opens Food Production Facility

  07-12-2018 15:32
  Did you know: chaga mushroom powder is used by millions of people worldwide for its health and wellness benefits? Did you also know: local entrepreneur Cody McElrea recently opened a production facility to manufacture and sell the product around the globe? His company, TruNorth Chaga Inc., harvests the fungus in the Sault Ste. Marie area, […]
  
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• Drake picks up seven Grammy nominations, Shawn Mendes gets two nods

  07-12-2018 15:24
  TORONTO — Chart-toppers Drake and Shawn Mendes led the Canadians picking up nominations at this year’s Grammy Awards. The Toronto rapper pulled in seven nominations, including in the album, record and song of the year categories for work from his 2018 double-album “Scorpion.” The performer, born Aubrey Graham, was also recognized for his contributions to other rappers’ tracks, […]
  
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• Surge in job growth drives unemployment rate down to new 40-year low of 5.6%

  07-12-2018 15:10
  OTTAWA — A blast of 94,100 new jobs last month has knocked the country’s unemployment rate down to 5.6 per cent — its lowest level since Statistics Canada started measuring comparable data more than 40 years ago. The overall number marked the labour force survey’s largest monthly increase since March 2012 when there was a gain of 94,000 jobs, Statistics Canada […]
  
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• Want to get involved in the community? City Council is accepting applications to serve on various boards and commit… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

  07-12-2018 15:08 via twitter.com
  Want to get involved in the community? City Council is accepting applications to serve on various boards and commit… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…
  
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• Altria investing $2.4 billion for 45% stake in Canadian cannabis producer Cronos

  07-12-2018 14:34
  TORONTO — Canadian cannabis producer Cronos Group will receive a $2.4 billion equity investment from Altria Group, one of the biggest tobacco companies in the world, under a friendly agreement announced Friday. Virginia-based Altria, parent of the company that make Marlboro cigarettes, will acquire a 45 per cent ownership stake in Toronto-based Cronos under the initial investment. […]
  
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• Booster Juice Grand Opening on Saturday

  07-12-2018 14:33
  Booster Juice will be celebrating it’s official grand opening this Saturday, December 8th.  Doors open at 8am, and the first 50 people will receive a complementary Booster Juice Infuser bottle. In addition, it is ‘2 for 1’ smoothies all day.  A purchase will give you a ballot to win a Samsung 58” Big screen TV, […]
  
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• UM-Dearborn’s iLabs’ eCities research recognizes Sault Ste. Marie for supporting business in their community - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  07-12-2018 09:00
  UM-Dearborn’s iLabs’ eCities research recognizes Sault Ste. Marie for supporting business in their community  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsSAULT STE. MARIE — Sault Ste. Marie is one of four communities across the state of Michigan to have been identified for the strategies they employ to foster ...
  
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• Restaurant Week is back on the menu - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  07-12-2018 09:00
  Restaurant Week is back on the menu  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsIt's the most scrumptious time of the year. At least it will be for a week as downtown Sault Ste. Marie brings back its annual Restaurant Week starting Monday at ...
  
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