Sault Ste. Marie news

• Vancouver measles outbreak sending unvaccinated youth to doctors for shots

  20-02-2019 23:39
  TORONTO — Vancouver doctors are seeing an uptick in the number of unvaccinated teens and young adults seeking to be inoculated against measles in the wake of an outbreak of the disease at two schools in the city. Dr. Eric Cadesky, a family physician and president of Doctors of BC, said he’s seen a number of young patients recently who made appointments to get the measles, […]
  
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• Lobby group hoping Finance Minister's comments translate to cash

  20-02-2019 21:52 via saultstar.com
  Lobby groups are gaining momentum as their efforts to press the provincial government for promised passenger rail funding has netted a response from the Minister of Finance.
  Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing, has reportedly told other news sources recently that the PC government remains committed to restoring passenger rail services to the North.
  “We’ve made a commitment. We said our intent is to return passenger rail to the North and that’s still our intention,” Fedeli is qu
  
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• Chief, deputy suspended following complaints

  20-02-2019 21:36 via saultstar.com
  Two senior command members of Anishinabek Police Service are suspended following complaints about their conduct.Chief John Syrette and Deputy Chief Dave Whitlow are suspended with pay until a disciplinary hearing that’s expected to happen in the spring.Jeffrey Jacobs, chair of the Police Governing Authority, declined further comment about the matter. The authority governs the police service.“For now, this is all the information I am authorized to provide,” said Jacobs in an ema
  
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• Jay Baruchel has trained the dragon, now he’s letting go with ‘The Hidden World’

  20-02-2019 21:33
  TORONTO — The first time actor Jay Baruchel stepped into a recording booth to voice a young Viking named Hiccup for “How to Train Your Dragon,” it was summer 2007 and his career was skyrocketing. “Knocked Up” had hit theatres around that time, with Baruchel playing one of the slacker friends to Seth Rogen’s character, and the […]
  
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• Federal Liberal government to introduce pre-election budget on March 19

  20-02-2019 21:12
  OTTAWA — Finance Minister Bill Morneau says the federal government will introduce its pre-election budget on March 19. The document will be the Trudeau government’s fourth budget since the Liberals won the 2015 election — and its final one before October’s federal election. Morneau made the announcement today in the House of Commons. The budget is expected to include money to […]
  
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• Grandview School Students help St. Vincent Place

  20-02-2019 21:05
  When St. Vincent’s Place put out a call for help, it was Grandview Public School that stepped up to the plate. On Wednesday, Grandview Public School invited member sof the media to the school to celebrate the success of their latest fundraiser, a can food drive. With over 1000 non-perishables donated, the Sault’s men’s shelter […]
  
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• Northern businesses take guarded approach to Chamber's Ontario Economic Report

  20-02-2019 20:55 via saultstar.com
  Sault Ste. Marie businesses have a slightly more conservative outlook on business than the entire province, a Chamber of Commerce annual Ontario Economic Report reveals.
  The report, the third of its kind, is designed to present a candid look at private sector sentiment and opportunities for economic growth for the year ahead.
  While businesses are gaining confidence in Ontario’s economic outlook as a whole, northern businesses – including those in Sault Ste. Marie and Sudbury –
  
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• Wanted Wednesday: Chantelle Syrette

  20-02-2019 20:44
  Crime Stoppers in partnership with the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service are seeking tips regarding the whereabouts of Chantelle Syrette, 32, who is wanted for: CC 334(B) THEFT UNDER $5000 X 2 CC 354(1)(A) POSSESSION STOLEN PROPERTY CC 145(5)(B) FAIL TO ATTEND COURT If you know where we can find the Wanted Wednesday individual please […]
  
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• Barbershoppers celebrate donation milestone

  20-02-2019 20:11 via saultstar.com
  Northland Barbershop Chorus is preparing to celebrate a six-figure milestone at its annual show this spring.The Sault Ste. Marie barbershop group will top $100,000 donated to assist Sault Area Hospital’s speech pathology unit.The dollars were raised starting in 1995.“It’s kind of a bigger year than usual for us,” music director Bob Shami told The Sault Star.Dave Montera, president of Barbershop Harmony Society’s Pioneeer District, will attend the group’s April
  
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• AUBE, Gerard

  20-02-2019 19:07
  Peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital on Monday, February 18, 2019 at the age of 85. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy Aube. Loving father of Denise Mercer (Stan), Carmen Vincent (Bob) and Paul Turmaine (Kathy). Proud grandfather of Cathy, Jay, Holly and Greg. Great grandfather of many. At Gerard’s request there will be no […]
  
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• New program helps Indigenous musicians

  20-02-2019 19:00 via saultstar.com
  Indigenous musicians can tap a new mentorship program offered by Music and Film In Motion.One-one-one assistance is available to musicians and songwriters who are First Nation, Metis and Inuit and based anywhere in Northern Ontario, a release says.Mentors include singer-songwriter Nick Sherman, musician Josh Deperry, who performs at Classic Roots, and multidisciplinary artist Melody McKiver.Participants can participate in Northern Ontario and Music Film Awards held May 23-25.Information is avail
  
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• Business Confidence Improves, But More Work To Be Done: Chamber

  20-02-2019 18:53
  On Tuesday, the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce (SSMCOC) and the Ontario Chamber of Commerce (OCC) released their third annual Ontario Economic Report (OER), offering a unique perspective on the experience of businesses of all sizes across the province. Through the Business Confidence Survey, the Business Prosperity Index, and the Economic Outlook, this report […]
  
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• Ontario to Restore Respect for Police Officers in Sault Ste. Marie - SaultOnline.com

  20-02-2019 18:48
  Ontario to Restore Respect for Police Officers in Sault Ste. Marie  SaultOnline.comComprehensive Ontario Police Services Act would fix broken Bill 175, restore fairness and accountability to police oversight. Sault Ste. Marie – Ontario police ...
  
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• Ontario to Restore Respect for Police Officers in Sault Ste. Marie

  20-02-2019 18:48
  Ontario police officers and the families in Sault Ste. Marie who depend on them will finally be able to count on a fair and transparent police oversight process that will always put public safety first.  Yesterday, Ontario’s Government for the People will introduce new legislation, the Comprehensive Ontario Police Services Act, 2019. If passed, this […]
  
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• MAVILLE, Maurice Lenord

  20-02-2019 18:43
  ~August 23, 1934 – February 18, 2019~ Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family in his 85th year. Will be forever missed by Patricia his loving wife, partner and soul mate of 62 years. Treasured father of Cindy Brannan (Pat) and Tammy Maville (Edward). Beloved Grandpa of Stacey Schellekens (Derek) and Chad […]
  
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• It’s Time To Say Good Bye To Winter

  20-02-2019 18:33
  Lake Superior State University holds its 49th annual Snowman Burning on Wednesday, March 20, to welcome spring and banish Old Man Winter. Ceremonies commence at noon on the south side of the Walker Cisler Center with LSSU President Rodney S. Hanley emceeing. Spring officially arrives in the Northern Hemisphere later that day, at 5:58 p.m. EST. […]
  
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• January Keeps OPP Busy

  20-02-2019 18:29
  During the month of January 2019, members from the Sault Ste. Marie Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment and Highway Safety Division (HSD) responded to 426 calls for service which included the following: 22 property and vehicle related calls 14 motor vehicle collisions 2 personal injury motor vehicle collisions 7 violent related crimes 1 Impaired charge 75 […]
  
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• WICKETT, Gerald Raymond

  20-02-2019 17:57
  Gerald died peacefully with family at his side one week before his 87th birthday. He will be forever missed by his beloved wife of 59 years Lynn. Gerald leaves behind son Bill Wickett and daughter Patti Gjos (late David Gjos). Proud Grampa of Sarah Gjos, Lucas Gjos (Tiffany Senko) Becca Gjos, Liam Wickett. Predeceased by […]
  
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• Ontario naturopaths offer pampered Pap tests, but diagnostic process raises concern

  20-02-2019 17:57
  TORONTO — Naturopathic clinics in Ontario offering Pap smears say their pampered approach to the medical procedure helps put patients at ease. For approximately $100, the test offered by naturopaths starts with a discussion away from the examination table, during which the clinician also obtains consent. “Patients can ask questions about contraception, pelvic pain, pain […]
  
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• Job Fair For Meat The Butcher Prime Cuts

  20-02-2019 17:52
  The Sault Community Career Centre will be hosting a job fair on Monday, February 25th from 10 am to 4 pm for Meat the Butcher – Prime Cuts.  The job fair will be held at the Sault Community Career Centre, 503 Queen Street East, on the corner of Queen and Spring Street. Meat the Butcher […]
  
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• 'Vintage Rachmaninoff' performed

  20-02-2019 16:56 via saultstar.com
  Rachmaninoff rocks for Anne Louise-Turgeon.The Russian pianist and composer’s Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43, is one of six works featured when Turgeon, and her husband Edward, perform as Duo Turgeon on Friday at The Machine Shop. The duo piano concert, starting at 7:30 p.m, is presented by Algoma Conservatory Concerts.Rachmaninoff’s work, written in 1934, is a nod to Italian violinist Niccolo Paganini.“It’s vintage Rachmaninoff in every way – pianistically
  
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• STEINBURG, Yvonne

  20-02-2019 16:54
  With family by her side at the Sault Area Hospital on Thursday, February 14, 2019 in her 87th year. Beloved wife of the late Bruce. Cherished mother of Valeda Steinburg, Veronica Cinelli (Sergio), the late Gordon, and Marcia Keenan (Michael). Beloved Nanny of Jordan Sloan (Dave), Jacob Begin, Katrina Cinelli (Dan), Tessa Cinelli and Olivia […]
  
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• Man punched, threatened: OPP

  20-02-2019 15:49 via saultstar.com
  A man was allegedly punched in the face and threatened with a knife by his roommate in Elliot Lake.The incident happened at an apartment on Spruce Avenue on Monday, Ontario Provincial Police say.David Anderson, 60, of Elliot Lake, was charged with assault and two counts assault with a weapon.
  
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• City music series calls for talent

  20-02-2019 15:47 via saultstar.com
  Musicians can now apply for City of Sault Ste. Marie’s summer concert series.Shows are staged Tuesdays and Thursdays.Cancellations due to poor weather will not be rescheduled, a release says.Applications can be completed at saultstemarie.ca/summerconcertseries. Musical samples can be sent to [email protected]
  Application deadline is April 26.
  
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• Harvest Algoma joins group

  20-02-2019 15:44 via saultstar.com
  Harvest Algoma is now a member of Good Food Organizations.Health centres, food banks, teaching farms and anti-poverty groups are all part of the Community Food Centres Canada project, a release says.The GFO membership puts Harvest Algoma “in the big leagues,” said operations manager Mike Delfre.“The access to information, best practices and advice will help our operation move forward more effectively,” he said.United Way Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma District launched Harve
  
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• McCarthy, Bannerman team up Thursday

  20-02-2019 15:42 via saultstar.com
  Four musicians team up for a night of acoustic music at Algoma’s Water Tower Inn on Thursday.Junk and Juice, featuring Maja Bannerman and Rusty McCarthy, will be joined by Penny Gribbon and Kerri Findlay at 9 p.m.McCarthy started playing with Bannerman in the 1970s when she was active in the Queen Street music scene in Toronto.
  The pair are working on album featuring originals and covers that’s expected out this fall.Bannerman was part of a two-night Lilith Fair event that McCarthy o
  
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• Algoma Steel and City Disassociate From Local Businessman Dave Selvers Following Blog Posts

  20-02-2019 15:41
  As SaultOnline.com reported first on Sunday , one supporter of the United We Roll Protest has been denounced by the organizers of the Truckers protest because of the comments made online. Dave Selvers, a local businessman and organizer of the yellow jacket movement locally has had an enormous amount of backlash surrounding comments he has […]
  
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• OPALA, John

  20-02-2019 15:32
  Heaven gained an angel on Saturday, February 16, 2019. Peacefully and surrounded by his family, John Opala in his 81st year, passed suddenly at the Sault Area Hospital. Waiting for him with open arms and dancing feet, he was reunited with his wife and soulmate, the late June Opala. He will be forever missed by […]
  
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• Market volatility, mortgages loom over upcoming earnings of Canada’s big banks

  20-02-2019 12:00
  TORONTO — Canada’s biggest banks are set to report on what has traditionally been the strongest quarter of the year, but market volatility and slower mortgage growth during the period could weigh on their latest results. North American markets saw a sharp selloff at the end of 2018 amid a trade skirmish between China and the U.S. and political uncertainty with a partial shutdown […]
  
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• Good morning, Sault Ste. Marie! 3 - SooToday.com

  20-02-2019 12:00
  Good morning, Sault Ste. Marie! 3  SooToday.comLight snow during the day but mixed with freezing drizzle at night.
  
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• Mayor announces he will not seek re-election - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  20-02-2019 09:00
  Mayor announces he will not seek re-election  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsWith the 2019 city election deadlines approaching, Mayor Anthony Bosbous announced that his name will not be appearing on the upcoming ballots. “I will not ...
  
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• Petoskey turns it on in second half to beat Sault Ste. Marie - Petoskey News-Review

  20-02-2019 03:45
  Petoskey turns it on in second half to beat Sault Ste. Marie  Petoskey News-ReviewPETOSKEY — With a tight Big North Conference title race ahead in the final days of the regular season, Petoskey's boys wanted to play about as good of a ...
  
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• FROST, Gordon William George

  20-02-2019 02:24
  Passed away suddenly at home on Sunday, February 17, 2019 at the age of 69. Beloved husband of Lise. Loving father of Christian (Nicole), Jeremy (Bridget) and Chantal Plastino (Jer). Proud Papa of Nicolas, Nash, Leila, Charlotte and Georgia. Loving son of Bertha and the late George Frost. Dear son-in-law of Therese and the late […]
  
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• DANNRATH, Roland Felix

  20-02-2019 02:16
  It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Roland on Saturday February 16, 2019 at the Sault Area Hospital as the result of a stroke. Roland was born in Jena, Germany on July 22, 1935. Son of the late Elizabeth and Bernhard Dannrath. Dearest friend and partner of Marilyn Eddy for 21 […]
  
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• ‘Stunning’ diagnosis

  20-02-2019 01:58 via saultstar.com
  SUDBURY — Sexual harassment is alarmingly common among budding doctors in Canada, according to new research guided largely by Sudbury academics.
  Two faculty members and one student at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine contributed to the study, along with a Queen’s University professor and student, and two University of Alberta med students.
  Their paper, titled Sexual Harassment of Canadian Medical Students: A National Survey, paints a distressing picture of sexist remarks, unin
  
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• Choose next chief ‘wisely’: outgoing leader

  20-02-2019 01:46 via saultstar.com
  PRINCE TOWNSHIP — After serving seven years as chief of the Prince Township Volunteer Fire Dept., Ed Haley resigned.
  But in his final report to council, Haley made several recommendations on how the township might “revitalize” the 17-member department.
  The cost of implementing all his suggestions could reach $125,000.
  “The overall budget of $125,000 will provide the next chief enough breathing space to move forward effectively while considering all cost saving measures,&r
  
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