Sault Ste. Marie news

• Significant Storm Brewing For The Weekend.. (Maybe)

  08-03-2019 23:58
  Today is what March is supposed to feel like. Starts off cool then add some bright the sun  and you can feel the warmth . The melting begins and everything is good. That is, until Mother Nature throws us a curve ball . The most recent threat of the return to snowy weather comes from […]
  
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• On Camera : Circle K Theft on February 27, 2019

  08-03-2019 22:29
  Crime Stoppers and the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service are requesting your assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an incident of theft. On February 27, 2019 two unknown males enter the Circle K located at 381 McNabb Street. The males selected and concealed various items before leaving the property. They were last seen running […]
  
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• Eight Charged in Connection with Remand Centre Incident

  08-03-2019 22:20
  Officers with the Investigation Services Division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police service have charged eight men in connection with an incident at the Algoma Treatment and Remand Centre. It is alleged on January 27th, 2019 the eight accused were involved in a situation where a fire was started in a common area of the […]
  
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• An Imposter Tricks People at The Water Tower

  08-03-2019 22:00
  Ryan McFarling is a world-renowned illusionist who has been sharing his acts with Sooites and travelers alike every Thursday at The Water Tower Inn. ONNtv stopped by and took a peek at his show, which runs from 8 P.M. until 9:30 P.M..
  
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• Alien and Predator Run Rampant in The Soo

  08-03-2019 21:49
  Ed Dobrainski has collected models of anything from WWII planes and boats, to his beloved “Alien” and “Predator” models that can be worth upwards of five digits. Ed welcomed in ONNtv to do a tour of his collection that he has been working on since he was 8 years old.
  
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• Ontario nowhere near goal of full accessibility by 2025, review finds

  08-03-2019 21:46
  TORONTO — The accessibility law that took effect in Ontario 14 years ago and has served as a blueprint for similar legislation in other parts of Canada has fallen well short of its goals and continues to leave disabled residents facing daily, “soul-crushing” barriers, a former lieutenant governor has found. David Onley, a wheelchair user tasked with reviewing […]
  
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• Elderly Ottawa man dug out by police after spending winter snowed into home

  08-03-2019 21:42
  Ottawa Police helped dig an elderly man out of his home Thursday after the city’s excessively snowy winter left him housebound for weeks. The man in his 70s had heat and electricity and access to a phone, but decided he would ration his food and wait for spring rather than call for help. “He just was […]
  
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• Hollowell signs with Maple Leafs - Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario - Hometown Hockey - Hometown Media

  08-03-2019 21:36
  Hollowell signs with Maple Leafs - Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario - Hometown Hockey  Hometown MediaSault Ste. Marie - The Soo Greyhounds, in conjunction with the Toronto Maple Leafs, are excited to announce this afternoon that overage defenceman Mac ...
  
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• Ontario should reconsider and invest in Sault Ste. Marie's future. - Sault Star

  08-03-2019 21:08
  Ontario should reconsider and invest in Sault Ste. Marie's future.  Sault StarThe Ontario government's NOHFC has pulled the plug on FutureSSM's funding just shy of its first year. Mayor Christian Provenzano vows the project will go on.
  
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• FLUKE, Gary John

  08-03-2019 21:02
  ~ September 9, 1937 – March 7, 2019 ~ It’s with great sadness we announce the passing of our loving husband and father Gary John Fluke at the SAH on March 7, 2019 at the age of 81. He proudly wore the title of Papa and Big Papa, was always quick to help a friend […]
  
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• Ontario should reconsider and invest in Sault Ste. Marie's future.

  08-03-2019 20:57 via saultstar.com
  The Ontario government’s termination of its $1.4-million funding agreement with the City of Sault Ste. Marie to support the FutureSSM project is simply playing dirty politics.
  Mayor Christian Provenzano put a brave face on earlier this week when the news was shared with city council and the public.
  He told council those hired to lead aspects of the project will continue in their jobs and that he has the confidence that the project will proceed and be successful.
  The worst he said about the
  
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• Charges laid in jailhouse riot

  08-03-2019 20:45 via saultstar.com
  Eight inmates at the Algoma Treatment and Remand Centre have been charged in connection with a January incident that resulted in a fire, the damaged property and a facility lockdown.
  City police were called in to contain the area but did not enter the Great Northern Road facility, police had said at the time.
  The incident also resulted in a number of minor injuries to both inmates and staff. The facility was under lockdown and public visits were suspended.
  As a result of a city police investigat
  
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• SWAREK, Mary

  08-03-2019 20:28
  Peacefully at the Van Daele Manor on Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late Stan Swarek. Loving mother of Tim Swarek (Monica), Barbara Swarek and the late Alvin Swarek. Proud Baba of Sawyer, Cody and Alivia. Dear sister of Michael Telchak (Sharon) and late Helen Kozak (late Nick). […]
  
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• Honouring Women In Business

  08-03-2019 20:07
  “I’m not usually at a loss for words,” said this year’s Women in Business Athena Award winner Karen Bird, standing at the podium with tears in her eyes, speechless. Bird, a Financial Advisor at RBC Dominion Securities, was one of 14 local business women nominated for this year’s Athena award – an award, sponsored by […]
  
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• City prepared to move Norgoma, forward bill to SMRMHC

  08-03-2019 19:37 via saultstar.com
  If the St. Mary’s River Marine Heritage Centre won’t move the Norgoma, the City of Sault Ste. Marie will.
  And they’ll bill the volunteer organization for its costs.
  City council will receive a report at its March 18 meeting outlining options on how and where the Norgoma will be moved to, said Tom Vair, the city’s deputy CAO of community development and enterprise services.
  Vair has penned a letter to Louis Muio, president of the board of directors of the SMRMHC, confirmin
  
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• A heartfelt fundraiser at Holy Family

  08-03-2019 19:24 via saultstar.com
  Holy Family Catholic School’s Grade 8 class are showing some heart for their classmate.
  The students raised $1,007 during a wake-a-thon last month for Congenital Heart Disease in honour of their fellow student Dominic Ralph.
  Ralph, and Grade 6 student Isla Bertrand, suffer from CHD and the school has learned how their peers have had to live with the dangerous condition.
  “It was such a great learning opportunity to be able to learn about a disease that affects two students in our scho
  
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• Turn clocks ahead Sunday; refresh smoke alarm batteries

  08-03-2019 19:04 via saultstar.com
  It’s spring ahead!
  Clocks officially turn forward on Sunday at 2 a.m., marking the unofficial start of spring.
  The Sault Ste. Marie Fire Department also says its time to test all hard-wired and battery-operated smoke alarms to ensure they are in working condition.
  They recommend that all batteries be changed in smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.
  In addition, the alarms themselves all have expiry dates and should be replaced according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  “Working
  
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• Ontario Employment Grows by 36,900 Jobs in February

  08-03-2019 16:16
  Employment in Ontario increased by 36,900 jobs in February, according to Statistics Canada’s announcement this morning. The gains included 59,200  full time positions and 22,300 decrease part time jobs. Since the beginning of 2019, 78,300 jobs have been created in Ontario. “We promised that we would put Ontario back on track and that is exactly […]
  
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• Sexual assault charges laid

  08-03-2019 15:39 via saultstar.com
  A 63-year-old man has been charged with sexual assault.
  It’s alleged that on multiple occasions the accused touched a young person known to him for sexual purposes 1995 and 1999.
  The man faces one count of sexual assault and one count of sexual interference.  He is to appear in court April 8.
  
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• Soo Sings for Kids returns May 8, 2019 and there are still tickets left!

  08-03-2019 15:23
  Energetic teams made up of local workplaces, along with a vocal and a dance mentor, will put together a spectacular performance for the 7th annual Soo Sings for Kids fundraising event. We’ve raised over $110,000 for local children’s charities since 2013… will you help us raise the bar so we can provide teams with LARGER […]
  
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• In Memory of

  08-03-2019 15:04
  My dear friend who passed away March 9 2018 forever thought of, forever missed. There is a little finch that visits me through out the day. Its just a tiny little thing but, it has the most beautiful feathers. It is grey with soft yellow wings, perfect marking and a strong beak. It’s the kindness […]
  
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• Second candidate seeks Conservative nod for October federal election

  08-03-2019 14:53 via saultstar.com
  A second candidate is vying for the Conservative Party of Canada nomination in the upcoming federal election.
  Sonny Spina, a city police officer and life-long resident of Sault Ste. Marie announced his intention to seek the nomination Friday.
  He has taken a leave of absence from his job.
  “I know politics can be done differently,” Spina said in a press release. “We need elected officials that will lead by example. Sault Ste. Marie deserves strong passionate leadership in Ottawa
  
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• Police on Look Out For Distracted Drivers

  08-03-2019 14:37
  March is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service urges community members to please put down their mobile devices while driving. Provincial statistics show a driver using a phone is four times more likely to crash than a driver focusing on the road. The Ontario Provincial Police’s 2017 annual report shows […]
  
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• Sonny Spina enters race to become Conservative candidate in Sault Ste. Marie - SaultOnline.com

  08-03-2019 14:05
  Sonny Spina enters race to become Conservative candidate in Sault Ste. Marie  SaultOnline.comLife-long Sault Ste. Marie resident, Sonny Spina, has joined the race to become the next candidate for the Conservative Party of Canada in the upcoming federal ...
  
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• Sonny Spina enters race to become Conservative candidate in Sault Ste. Marie

  08-03-2019 14:05
  Life-long Sault Ste. Marie resident, Sonny Spina, has joined the race to become the next candidate for the Conservative Party of Canada in the upcoming federal election. “I know politics can be done differently” said Sonny. “We need elected officials that will lead by example.  Sault Ste. Marie deserves strong passionate leadership in Ottawa, and […]
  
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• Honour Women on International Women’s Day

  08-03-2019 13:29
  On Thursday March 7th the 2019 honourees were guests at a Women’s Week Dinner. Guest speaker was Dr. Patricia Zehr, ‘Campaign for Women’s Health’. The 2019 honourees were: Monday : Rose Burton Spohn – Currently in her second year as Director HSCSB guiding and mentoring approximately 600 employees that includes principals, vice principals, teachers and […]
  
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• No-fault reform - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  08-03-2019 09:00
  No-fault reform - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsThe high cost of auto insurance in Michigan has been a topic of discussion for many years. Residents have made it clear that they want this problem solved.
  
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• Local attorney faces stalking charge - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  08-03-2019 09:00
  Local attorney faces stalking charge - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsLocal attorney Charles W. Malette, 37, found himself on the other side of court proceedings on Friday as he was arraigned on a single count of misdemeanor ...
  
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• International Womens Day: Strikes, protests and holidays - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  08-03-2019 09:00
  International Womens Day: Strikes, protests and holidays  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsThe day, sponsored by the United Nations since 1975, celebrates women's achievements and aims to further their rights. MADRID — Marches and protests are ...
  
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• Eight face charges after detention centre fire in Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. - CP24 Toronto's Breaking News

  08-03-2019 09:00
  Eight face charges after detention centre fire in Sault Ste. Marie, Ont.  CP24 Toronto's Breaking NewsPolice in Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. say eight men are facing charges related to a fire at a local detention centre.
  
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• Exeter Township 3/19/2019 budget hearing - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  08-03-2019 08:57
  Exeter Township 3/19/2019 budget hearing  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsEXETER TOWNSHIP. ANNUAL BUDGET HEARING. FISCAL YEAR 4-1-19 TO 3-31-20. REGULAR BOARD MEETING TO FOLLOW. The following information is ...
  
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• Hollowell signs with Maple Leafs

  08-03-2019 02:02
  The Soo Greyhounds, in conjunction with the Toronto Maple Leafs, are excited to announce this afternoon that overage defenceman MAC HOLLOWELL has agreed to terms on an entry-level contract with the NHL club. Originally selected in the 4th Round of last year’s (2018) NHL Entry Draft, Hollowell is in his 4th, and final, season with the Greyhounds. […]
  
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• Reducing Litter in Parks and Neighbourhoods, but how?

  08-03-2019 01:53
  The province is inviting public feedback on proposals to reduce plastic litter and waste in our neighbourhoods and parks across Northern Ontario, including Sault Ste. Marie. They are looking at ways to divert and reduce food and organic waste from households and businesses and increase opportunities for people to participate in waste reduction efforts. A […]
  
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• 42 Year Old Male Missing

  08-03-2019 01:46
  Officers with the Investigation Services Division of The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a 42-year-old missing person. Darryl Dagenais was last seen on March 4, 2019. He is described as a 42-year-old Caucasian male who is 6’3” tall with a slim build, brown hair, and brown eyes. He […]
  
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• Fake News

  08-03-2019 01:40
  In the day of dollars and cents, lawyers and litigation, it’s no surprise that even in sport, we only get the information they want us to hear; not necessarily the truth. Sometimes we are given “fake news”, which is no different than inaccurate news or propaganda for that matter. It was February 19 when Barrett Hayton was […]
  
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• Deceased Identified In Manitoulin Island Fatal Fire

  08-03-2019 01:28
  (LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – On Monday, February 2, 2019, at approximately 8:30 p.m., members from the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were requested to check on the well-being of a male at a residence in the Township of Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands, Ontario. On Tuesday, February 3, 2019 Manitoulin OPP, with […]
  
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