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• FCA to cut Windsor auto assembly shift in fall at loss of 1,500 jobs

  28-03-2019 23:22
  WINDSOR, Ont. — Fiat Chrysler Automobiles says it plans to cut the third shift at its Windsor, Ont., assembly plant later this year at a cost of about 1,500 jobs. The move to end the shift starting Sept. 30 is to “better align production with global demand,” said company spokeswoman LouAnn Gosselin. She said retirement […]
  
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• Sunny days in east, north Algoma

  28-03-2019 22:23 via saultstar.com
  ALGOMA — Many regional administrative, health-care and education officials, made the Sunshine list, the annual public-sector salary disclosure list that records all Ontario civil servants who earn more than $100,000.
  Former chief administrative officer for Wawa Chris Wray topped the community’s sunshine list with a 2018 salary of $155,442.22.
  The only other municipal employee to just make the cut at $100,559.40 was clerk Cathy Cyr was also acting CAO.
  At the Lady Dunn Health Centre,
  
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• Trudeau says sorry for sarcastic thank you comment to Indigenous protester

  28-03-2019 22:04
  OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who typically takes a more deferential, let’s-talk approach when protesters get in his face, found himself delivering a rare and rapid apology Thursday for his sarcastic retort to an Indigenous heckler who interrupted his remarks during a high-end fundraising event. Trudeau said he’s sorry for how he responded to the previous […]
  
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• Loss of provincial dollars won't stop FutureSSM: Mayor

  28-03-2019 21:54 via saultstar.com
  FutureSSM’s work will be modified, but will continue following the recent loss of provincial funding, Mayor Christian Provenzano told Sault Ste. Marie’s business community.The Ontario government is cutting its $1.4-million support of the municipal project at month’s end.FutureSSM is also funded by the federal and municipal governments. Provenzano wants FutureSSM to continue operating for years to come.“I want to see it continue and I think it can continue on a different s
  
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• UP county sued - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  28-03-2019 21:15
  UP county sued  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsA man says his rights were violated when an Upper Peninsula jail refused to allow him to wear his artificial leg during a three-day stay. Ralf Keller of Sault Ste.
  
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• Severe winter weather, winds, and ice storms - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  28-03-2019 21:15
  Severe winter weather, winds, and ice storms  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsChippewa County seeks multi-hazard mitigation plan feedback.
  
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• Art has multiple ingredients

  28-03-2019 21:08 via saultstar.com
  Ray Fox has always shared an inherent interest for art, and he remembers, quite vividly, the spark that helped him evolve into an artist of note in his own right.
  The chef at Shabby Motley Handcraft and Café in Sault Ste. Marie was in Grade 7 when he leafed through an art magazine and came across a painting, The North American Iceberg, by well-known Indigenous artist and fellow M’Chigeeng resident Carl Beam.
  “That painting shook my entire world as an aspiring native artist,&rd
  
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• Firefighters keep Pedals for Possibilities moving

  28-03-2019 20:51 via saultstar.com
  United Way Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma District and Sault Ste. Marie Fire Services are riding in tandem to raise cash to fight poverty in the city and area.Fire Chief Peter Johnson will lead a 911-kilometre ride that will stretch from Elliot Lake to Wawa May 30 and 31 with a goal of raising $91,000 to help United Way during the second annual Pedals for Possibilities.Sonny Spina, a Sault Ste. Marie Police Service constable who served as United Way’s campaign chair in 2018, raised about $107
  
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• SANTORO, Ida

  28-03-2019 20:35
  Surrounded by the love of her family, it is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Ida Santoro on Tuesday, March 26, 2019. Ida will be greatly missed by her beloved husband of 53 years, Giovanni. Adored and cherished mother of Maria Santoro and Silvana Bassanello (Steve). Proud and ever-loving Nana of Emma […]
  
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• Sault Ste. Marie Power of Many: Regional Activation Meeting (2019-04-03) - SaultOnline.com

  28-03-2019 20:22
  Sault Ste. Marie Power of Many: Regional Activation Meeting (2019-04-03)  SaultOnline.comUnder the Doug Ford government, there is a lot at stake for labour and communities throughout Ontario. Labour and community allies must be at the forefront of ...
  
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• UP county sued - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  28-03-2019 20:14
  UP county sued - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsA man says his rights were violated when an Upper Peninsula jail refused to allow him to wear his artificial leg during a three-day stay. Ralf Keller of Sault Ste.
  
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• MELCHIONNA, Carmine (1927-2019)

  28-03-2019 20:10
  ~ 1927 – 2019 ~ It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of Carmine Melchionna suddenly, on Wednesday, March 27, 2019. His wish finally came true: to be reunited with the love of his life, the late Ermelinda, wife of 60 years. Best friend, confidant, teacher and dearly loved father of Marie […]
  
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• Provenzano Accepts Big Cheque

  28-03-2019 19:29
  The City of Sault Ste. Marie along with Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) recognize the economic impact and benefits of being a host gaming community. At today’s Fireside Chat with Mayor Provenzano, hosted by the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce, Jake Pastore, OLG’s Director of Municipal and Community Relations presented a cheque to […]
  
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• Fire Services to Pedal for United Way

  28-03-2019 19:19
  Sault Ste. Marie Fire Services has teamed up with the United Way this year for the second annual Pedals for Possibilities event, keeping the theme of emergency responders. This two-day cycling fundraiser, which takes place May 30-31 this year, helps raise money for the United Way to help them in their fight against poverty in […]
  
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• NOLAN, John Clement

  28-03-2019 19:07
  On March 23, 2019, at the age of 63, John passed away peacefully at the Kirkwood Place (Oak Lodge) in Sudbury, Ontario. John will be lovingly remembered by Lesli, his wife of 36 years, his daughters Jessica (Kyle) and Samantha (Lyss), and his granddaughter Graysen. He will be greatly missed by his brother Patrick (Sandi), […]
  
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• LAMMING, Marlene (nee Gray)

  28-03-2019 19:07
  Unexpectedly at home on Friday March 22, 2019 at the age of 55. Survived by her husband Laurie Lamming. Lovingly remembered by her daughter Lori Lamming and step children Stephanie Van Buskirk (Jenson), Greg Lamming (Shauna), Erin Pezzotti (Justin) and Devin Lamming (Melinda). Grandmother of Michael, Sarah, Bronwyn, Jacob, Audrey, Gavin, Quinton and Blair. Sister […]
  
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• 9th Annual Immigration Forum

  28-03-2019 18:15
  Back On Tuesday, March 26, the Local Immigration Partnership (LIP) hosted its 9th annual Immigration Forum at the Water Tower Inn in the Pavilion Ballroom. This year’s theme, “Building Better Bridges to Employment,” featured a selection of speakers from the federal and provincial governments as well as private organizations discussing ways Sault Ste. Marie can […]
  
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• Travel: ‘Swamp People’ stars offer airboat swamp tours - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  28-03-2019 18:10
  Travel: ‘Swamp People’ stars offer airboat swamp tours  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsIt is not often that one can claim to have gone on the bayou in an airboat with a television star. But Houma, Louisiana natives R.J. and Jay Paul Molinere of the ...
  
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• Sault CVB seeks fishing tournament volunteers - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  28-03-2019 17:41
  Sault CVB seeks fishing tournament volunteers  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsWith three major fishing tournaments just around the corner the Sault Convention & Visitors Bureau is looking for a handful of volunteers to help pull off these ...
  
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• Facebook charged with housing discrimination by HUD - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  28-03-2019 16:36
  Facebook charged with housing discrimination by HUD  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsHUD said Thursday that Facebook is allowing advertisers to exclude people based on their neighborhood by drawing a red line around those neighborhoods on ...
  
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• Supreme Court stresses jail should be ‘the exception’ for people awaiting trial

  28-03-2019 16:28
  OTTAWA — The Supreme Court of Canada says making an accused person wait in jail before trial should be the exception, not the rule, in a decision that affirms a key legal safeguard intended to ensure speedy justice. In a 9-0 ruling today, the high court says people accused of crimes are automatically entitled to periodic reviews of their […]
  
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• LSSU seeks higher enrollment in 2019 and beyond - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  28-03-2019 16:10
  LSSU seeks higher enrollment in 2019 and beyond  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsLake Superior State University administrators are feeling good about where they stand regarding enrollment numbers for the fall, 2019 semester. In addition ...
  
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• City election deadline nears - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  28-03-2019 16:10
  City election deadline nears  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsFollowing the announcement of Mayor Anthony Bosbous in February that he would not be seeking re-election, there appears — at least on the rumor front — to ...
  
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• Let The Sunshine In

  28-03-2019 16:03
  118 employees at the Sault Area Hospital earned over $100,000 last year . Former President and CEO Ron Gagnon topped the annual sunshine list announced yesterday by the Province.  Gagnon earned $391,512 in 2018. Over 600  employees of the City including those at City Hall, Police and Fire Services made the list last year with […]
  
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• Improving access, service to those who need it - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  28-03-2019 15:13
  Improving access, service to those who need it  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsThe state of Michigan has several safety nets in place for residents down on their luck. In recent years, however, some of these safety nets have failed them.
  
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• Understanding last-resort options when you can no longer pay your debts

  28-03-2019 15:00
  TORONTO — If you’ve found yourself with an overwhelming amount of debt, you can at least take comfort in knowing you’re not alone. Canadian debt levels have been rising for decades, with the average family now owing $1.78 for each dollar of disposable income, compared with 66 cents for each dollar of income in 1980. Overall household […]
  
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• Sault College Students’ Union Announces New Council 

  28-03-2019 14:46
  Sault College students will welcome in their new 2019/20 council to the office beginning May 1st, 2019. Current and returning President, Jonathan Boyer-Nolan, welcomes the new and returning student leaders who will make up next year’s board. “We are thankful for the work the current board has done in regards to the challenges we have […]
  
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• Gas Price Hike Totals 29 Cents Come Monday

  28-03-2019 14:18
  We’ve already seen gas prices jump twice in a week and drivers are in for another hike at the pumps starting Monday. Prices in Sault Ste. Marie shot up from $1.07 a litre to $1.12  last week. This week, price rose again to $119.9 and starting Monday the price will go up again at least […]
  
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• Cates spins plates in clean comedy show

  28-03-2019 14:18 via saultstar.com
  Cutting school ended up helping Bob Cates decide to give being an entertainer a spin.When he opted to pass on a high school class, his classmates told him he missed a film that featured a juggler.“I said, ‘Wouldn’t it be neat to know how to juggle?’” Cates told The Sault Star during a telephone interview with The Sault Star from his home in Cambridge, Ont., on Wednesday.He made good on his comment, spending two hours that night at home “getting the basics&rdqu
  
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• Tahqua-Land Theatre to feature ‘Dumbo’ - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  28-03-2019 14:08
  Tahqua-Land Theatre to feature ‘Dumbo’  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsTahqua-Land Theatre, located at 212 Newberry Ave., will begin showing “Dumbo” on Friday. Showtimes will be at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. each night through April 11.
  
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• Michigan law drops license requirement for house painters - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  28-03-2019 14:08
  Michigan law drops license requirement for house painters  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsHouse painters won't need a license under a new Michigan law. The law starts Thursday. It removes painting and decorating from a list of trades covered by a ...
  
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• E-Commerce Attract Criminals

  28-03-2019 13:36
  Using the internet has certainly made e-commerce more convenient for consumers but has increased the likelihood of victimization by fraud. Consumers and merchants need to be vigilant when purchasing or selling online. Combined CAFC statistics estimate losses of $6.3 million Canada-wide in 2018. Before buying or selling with technology, ensure you are familiar with the […]
  
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• LaSalle Township 3/18/2019 meeting synopsis - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  28-03-2019 06:29
  LaSalle Township 3/18/2019 meeting synopsis - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsSYNOPSIS OF LASALLE TOWNSHIP. REGULAR BOARD MEETING. March 18, 2019. 7:00 P.M.. Meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m. 5 members present.
  
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• Joseph Michael Ravary notice to creditors - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  28-03-2019 06:29
  Joseph Michael Ravary notice to creditors - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsPAID PUBLIC NOTICE. STATE OF MICHIGAN. PROBATE COUNTRY. COUNTY OF MONROE. NOTICE TO CREDITORS. Decedent's Estate. FILE NO.
  
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• Charlotte L. Roth Trust - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  28-03-2019 06:29
  Charlotte L. Roth Trust - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsPAID PUBLIC NOTICE. STATE OF MICHIGAN. PROBATE COURT. COUNTY OF MONROE. NOTICE TO CREDITORS. Decedent's Trust. Trust of. CHARLOTTE ...
  
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• Betty J. Bischoff Trust Agreement - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  28-03-2019 06:29
  Betty J. Bischoff Trust Agreement - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsPAID PUBLIC NOTICE. STATE OF MICHIGAN. COUNTY OF MONROE. NOTICE TO CREDITORS. Decedent's Trust. The BETTY J. BISCHOFF REVOCABLE ...
  
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• Ash Township 3/23/2019 meeting minutes - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  28-03-2019 06:29
  Ash Township 3/23/2019 meeting minutes - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsASH TOWNSHIP. PROPOSED SPECIAL BOARD MEETING MINUTES. MARCH 23, 2019. 8:00 A.M.. The Ash Township Special Board meeting was called to ...
  
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• Amanda Jean Morenti-Forster notice to creditors - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  28-03-2019 06:29
  Amanda Jean Morenti-Forster notice to creditors - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsPAID PUBLIC NOTICE. STATE OF MICHIGAN. PROBATE COURT. COUNTY OF MONROE. NOTICE TO CREDITORS. Decedent's Estate. FILE NO. 2018-0474- ...
  
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• Sault Ste. Marie Man Sues Chippewa Co., Sheriff's Office for Not Letting Him Wear Artificial Leg in Jail - 9&10 News

  28-03-2019 03:53
  Sault Ste. Marie Man Sues Chippewa Co., Sheriff's Office for Not Letting Him Wear Artificial Leg in Jail  9&10 NewsA man is suing Chippewa County because he says they did not let him wear his artificial leg during a three-day stay in jail. Ralf Keller of Sault Sainte Marie filed ...
  
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• ‘Anne with an E’ and ‘Cardinal’ win big at second Canadian Screen Awards gala

  28-03-2019 02:42
  TORONTO — The CBC series “Anne with an E” and the CTV detective drama “Cardinal: Blackfly Season” nabbed the most trophies on the second night of the Canadian Screen Awards. Each got five nods at a Toronto gala honouring creative fiction storytelling on Wednesday. “Anne with an E,” which is inspired by Lucy Maud Montgomery’s classic novel […]
  
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