Sault Ste. Marie news

• The Latest: Canada’s ex-AG removed from Liberal party caucus

  02-04-2019 23:58
  TORONTO — The Latest on Canada’s ex-attorney general (all times local): 5:55 p.m. Canada’s former attorney general says Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has told her she’s been removed from the Liberal party caucus amid a scandal that has rocked Trudeau’s government in an election year. Jody Wilson-Raybould tweeted Tuesday that Trudeau removed her and will […]
  
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• Licence plate changes coming, no cost to taxpayers, Doug Ford says

  02-04-2019 23:21
  TORONTO — Premier Doug Ford says the look of Ontario’s licence plates will soon be changing, at no cost to taxpayers. Ford says the changes for both commercial and regular plates will be detailed in the April 11 budget, although he didn’t specify what they would be. He says the province will continue manufacturing the plates and any […]
  
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• Today’s Crimes

  02-04-2019 22:54
  Male Charged with Possession of Stolen Property On April 1st, 2019 officers with the Patrol Service division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested 45 year old Isreal Neveau of Second Line West for possession of stolen property. It’s alleged on March 20th, 2019 the accused took items from a parked vehicle in the […]
  
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• Motion on Precarious Work in Canada moves forward to Committee Stage

  02-04-2019 22:50
  Earlier today, MP Terry Sheehan’s Private Members Motion (M-194), asking parliamentarians to examine the needs and indicators of precarious workers in Canada in order to apply effective supports for all Canadians, began at the Standing Committee on Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and Status of Persons with Disabilities The committee heard expert testimony from: […]
  
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• Telethon Total Rises To Over $108K

  02-04-2019 22:46
  Following a successful Easter Seals Telethon on Sunday that went off-air with a tote of $102,189 for children and youth for physical disabilities, an additional $6,007.54 has been donated, raising the Sault’s total amount raised to $108,196.54. “We would like to thank the generous citizens of our community,” said Jane Martynuck, Telethon co-host, “As a […]
  
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• Art fundraiser to help injured soldier

  02-04-2019 22:35 via saultstar.com
  SUDBURY — Considering the sacrifices made by William Kerr, Judith Van Boxel figures the least she can do is donate her time and talents to improve the retired soldier’s quality of life.
  Kerr lost both of his legs and most of one arm on Oct. 15, 2008, during his second tour in Afghanistan. A corporal in the Second Battalion Irish Regiment of Canada, he was about four hours into a foot patrol when a remotely-detonated explosive device went off underneath him, shearing off his legs well
  
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• Ontario passes Bill 66, Sault Ste. Marie no longer considered construction employer - Sault Star

  02-04-2019 21:55
  Ontario passes Bill 66, Sault Ste. Marie no longer considered construction employer  Sault StarThe Ontario government has passed its Restoring Ontario's Competitiveness Act and that means Sault Ste. Marie loses its construction employer designation, ...
  
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• Ontario passes Bill 66, Sault Ste. Marie no longer considered construction employer

  02-04-2019 21:40 via saultstar.com
  The Ontario government has passed legislation that will eliminate the City of Sault Ste. Marie’s construction employer designation that it has been tagged with for decades.
  The Progressive Conservative’s Restoring Ontario’s Competitiveness Act was officially passed Tuesday at Queen’s Park.
  It is designed to reduce regulatory burdens in 12 sectors so businesses can grow, create and protect jobs, the Tory’s argue.
  For Sault Ste. Marie, the legislation deems public bod
  
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• STIENBURG, Darlene Ellen

  02-04-2019 21:03
  Peacefully at home on Monday, April 1, 2019 at the age of 80. Beloved wife of the late Herb. Loving mother of Patty Stienburg (Henry), Charmaine Stienburg, Sandra Mammarella (Enzo), Janet Aikens (Blake), Kimberley Stienburg (Ken), Sheri-Lin Roach (Amey), Phyllis Jones (Jeff), Herb Jr. (Kristy) and Kathy Pelletier (Mike). Cherished and devoted grandmother of 19 […]
  
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• ‘We don’t have to give away the farm’

  02-04-2019 20:21 via saultstar.com
  Tim Neufeld once christened his brand of bluegrass “newgrass.”
  Given time to digest such a description, Neufeld is left scratching his head when asked the genesis of this definition.
  A well-thought-out musical depiction or just clever word play?
  “I don’t know,” says the Winnipeg-born, British Columbia-based musician with a laugh. “It’s not bona fide bluegrass. We don’t follow all the rules.”
  Neufeld and his current posse, The Glory Boys, cert
  
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• City moves to pilot 'on demand' Sunday evening transit service

  02-04-2019 19:45 via saultstar.com
  The city is looking at ways to improve Sunday evening bus service.
  Council has given the nod to staff to launch a request for proposal that could lead to an on demand transit service pilot project.
  The system has been tested in other communities and has improved transit service, increased ridership in traditionally lower usage times and resulted in a more economical service, said Brent Lamming, director of community services.
  “We’ve been keeping pace with what’s going on across
  
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• Trump waiting on possible border closure - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  02-04-2019 19:33
  Trump waiting on possible border closure  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsThe Trump administration is grappling with a surge of Central American migrants trying to enter the U.S., and Trump said last week he'd seal the border in the ...
  
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• Administration officials pull back Trump border threat - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  02-04-2019 19:33
  Administration officials pull back Trump border threat  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsPress secretary Sarah Sanders said Tuesday the administration is "looking at all options" on whether to close entry ports and what the impact would be.
  
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• Passage of Bill 66 A Major Milestone for Fair and Open Construction Tendering in the Sault

  02-04-2019 19:25
  Contractors in Sault Ste. Marie say with the passage of Bill 66 marks a significant step forward for fair and open construction tendering in the city and the province. According to the Progressive Contractors Association of Canada (PCA), The legislation opens up a competitive construction market, where all Ontario workers, businesses and public entities are […]
  
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• Dave Ramsey: Travel expenses? - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  02-04-2019 19:07
  Dave Ramsey: Travel expenses?  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsDear Dave,I'm an admissions counselor for a university, and I make $37000 a year. I spend a lot of time on the road, and I'm trying to get out of debt, but I have ...
  
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• Mozambique cholera cases now above 1,400; vaccines arrive - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  02-04-2019 18:44
  Mozambique cholera cases now above 1,400; vaccines arrive  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsAuthorities announced a second death from cholera, which causes acute diarrhea and is spread by contaminated food and water — conditions that some ...
  
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• Stiff Penalties Not Wearing Your Seatbelt

  02-04-2019 18:11
  Seatbelt safety and education is an integral part of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service’s commitment to maintaining and improving road safety for residents of the City of Sault Ste. Marie and Prince Township. Wearing a seatbelt is the single most effective way to reduce the chance of injury or death while in a motor […]
  
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• Pope: Women have legitimate claims for justice, equality - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  02-04-2019 17:39
  Pope: Women have legitimate claims for justice, equality  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsPope Francis issued the document, known as an apostolic exhortation, in response to an October 2018 meeting of the world's bishops on better ministering to ...
  
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• DOAN, Teresa

  02-04-2019 17:20
  On the morning of Saturday, March 30th, 2019, peacefully in her 99th year, our loving Mom Teresa Doan (nee Reilly), was reunited with her late husband our dear dad, Varnus Doan. She will be sadly missed by her children Maureen Bartolucci (Rick), Lorraine Duncan (George), Jim (June), Carolyn Donovan (John), John (Mary), Mike (Nancy) and Barbara […]
  
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• Cop who arrested, released McArthur to have disciplinary hearing in October

  02-04-2019 17:11
  TORONTO — A Toronto police officer facing disciplinary charges related to the 2016 arrest and release of serial killer Bruce McArthur will have his case heard in October. Sgt. Paul Gauthier has yet to appear before the police tribunal due to an undisclosed illness. But the tribunal agreed to detail the allegations against him today, citing public interest in […]
  
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• MEEKS, Ross Arnold

  02-04-2019 17:10
  ~November 1, 1923 – March 29, 2019~ Peacefully in his sleep at the F.J. Davey Home in his 96th year. Loving and devoted husband of the late Leonora (nee Hall). Caring father of Ross Edward (Suzanne), Marilyn Roy and Gary (Rosalie). Proud grandfather of Ross Matthew, Andrew (Kayla) and Joel (Morgan). Cherished great grandfather of […]
  
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• Minimum wage hike has more benefits for workers than tax credit: FAO

  02-04-2019 17:01
  TORONTO — Ontario’s financial watchdog says a planned minimum wage increase scrapped by the Tory government would have benefited workers more than a tax credit brought in to replace it. Financial Accountability Officer Peter Weltman says in a report today that the tax credit will benefit only 38 per cent of minimum wage workers since many already […]
  
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• Canada’s failure to fight climate change ‘disturbing,’ environment watchdog says

  02-04-2019 16:45
  OTTAWA — Environment Commissioner Julie Gelfand says Canada is not doing enough to combat climate change. Gelfand delivered her final audits Tuesday before her five-year term expires, looking at fossil-fuel subsidies, invasive aquatic species and mining pollution. But her final conclusions as the country’s environmental watchdog say it is Canada’s slow action to deal with the warming planet […]
  
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• Keefer Hotel tax break approved - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  02-04-2019 16:29
  Keefer Hotel tax break approved  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsHILLSDALE — Hillsdale's City Council on Monday approved a 12-year, $1.6 million tax exemption for the ongoing redevelopment of the historic Keefer Hotel ...
  
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• Adrian College Ribbons of Excellence Day Wednesday - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  02-04-2019 16:29
  Adrian College Ribbons of Excellence Day Wednesday  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsADRIAN — Adrian College on Wednesday will celebrate the scholarly and creative activities of its students during the 11th annual “Ribbons of Excellence Day.
  
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• LANE, Norma (nee Nelson)

  02-04-2019 15:53
  With loving hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Norma at the Sault Area Hospital, with family by her side on Saturday, March 30, 2019 at the age of 80. Beloved wife of the late Grant. Daughter of the late Murray and Reta Nelson.  Dear sister of Pat McMullen (late Jim) and Lynne Uhryn (Ron). […]
  
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• City Votes in Favour of Municipal Autism Strategy

  02-04-2019 15:52
  City Council voted unanimously in favour of the implementation of a Municipal Autism Strategy. This strategy will be used as a way to bring awareness to the services offered here in the Sault, through the Ontarians with Disabilities Accessibility Advisory Committee, which will be requested to strike a sub-committee dedicated to working with community partners […]
  
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• Why Are 159 Job Seekers So Happy?

  02-04-2019 15:31
  Sault College Employment Solutions helps job seekers aged 15 and up find work in and around Sault Ste. Marie, Blind River and the North Shore. The Sault Ste. Marie office held a winter campaign, 99 Jobs, which recently came to an end on March 18. 99 Jobs showcased free employment services and assisted those in […]
  
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• FORECAST: Mostly cloudy, chance of rain tonight - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  02-04-2019 15:16
  FORECAST: Mostly cloudy, chance of rain tonight  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsThe National Weather *Service's* forecast for the Holland area for today, April 2, calls for mostly cloudy skies and a chance for rain this evening. Temperatures will ...
  
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• Soo Thunderbirds Spring Camp takes place next month

  02-04-2019 14:16
  The Soo Thunderbirds hockey club has been helping with the development of young men and hockey players for 20 years now, and with the club preparing for the 2019-2020 season, it’s time for our hopefuls to come out and hit the ice next month. From May 11th – 12th, the Thunderbirds will be hosting their […]
  
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• Mistakes on mobile, internet and TV bills is No. 1 issue on tally by ombudsman

  02-04-2019 12:38
  OTTAWA — A semi-annual report on complaints about Canada’s phone, internet and television services shows that the two biggest headaches for consumers continue to be billing mistakes and contract terms that are either misleading or not disclosed. Incorrect billing charges accounted for 16.5 per cent of all issues raised in 9,831 complaints over a six-month period and was the top issue for almost […]
  
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• REPEAT -- MEDIA ADVISORY: Sault Ste. Marie community and labour activists meet to forge their resistance to Ontario PC government policies - GlobeNewswire

  02-04-2019 12:00
  REPEAT -- MEDIA ADVISORY: Sault Ste. Marie community and labour activists meet to forge their resistance to Ontario PC government policies  GlobeNewswireSAULT STE. MARIE, Ontario, April 02, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- There is a lot at stake for Ontario under the Ford government. Labour and community allies ...
  
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• Plans for Lakeland facilities under discussion - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  02-04-2019 11:05
  Plans for Lakeland facilities under discussion - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsLakeland School Corporation's board of trustees voted March 26 to close Lima-Brighton Elementary and Wolcott Mills Elementary schools, consolidating ...
  
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• Letter: Improving on excellence - Opinion - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  02-04-2019 11:05
  Letter: Improving on excellence - Opinion  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsIn five years, the Holland Community Aquatic Center has increased its operational efficiency and generated positive financial impact in Holland.Kudos to ...
  
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• Emmons names change - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  02-04-2019 11:05
  Emmons names change - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsPAID PUBLIC NOTICE. STATE OF MICHIGAN. PROBATE COURT. MONROE COUNTY. 38th Circuit Court. Family Division. PUBLICATION OF. NOTICE OF ...
  
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• Precious Blood Journey draw tickets on sale

  02-04-2019 05:11 via saultthisweek.com
  Tickets remain at $20 for Precious Blood Cathedral’s Journey lottery in support of the Journey.Prizes for this year’s Journey Lottery are a grand prize of $25,000 and five additional prizes of $1,000.The 2019 Journey Lottery Draw will take place on Saturday, April 20, at noon at Precious Blood Cathedral. All proceeds from the Journey lottery are for the Gathering Place at Precious Blood Cathedral building initiative.Ticket sales end on Sunday, April 14.
  Tickets can be purchased at Me
  
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• Building permits down

  02-04-2019 05:06 via saultstar.com
  Bankruptcy protection for Algoma stalled building projects in Sault Ste. Marie in 2018.
  Permit revenue was about $175,000 below budget, chief building official Freddie Pozzebon said in a report to council.
  Total permit fees stood at 1,000,786.
  Direct and indirect service costs totalled $1,083,090.
  The difference of $82,304 was covered by tapping the building permit reserve fund.
  The new balance of that fund is $109,420.
  The building division did not expect to use its reserve fund to cover costs
  
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• City reopens Household Hazardous Waste Depot

  02-04-2019 05:04 via saultthisweek.com
  The City of Sault Ste. Marie’s Household Hazardous Waste Depot opened Tuesday and the city landfill has extended its hours to include Saturdays, says a media release.
  The landfill is open Monday to Saturday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from now until Oct. 26.
  The Household Hazardous Waste Depot is open Tuesday to Saturday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., also until Oct. 26.
  Both facilities are at 402 Fifth Line E.
  At the hazardous waste site items such as paint, varnishes, pesticides, pool ch
  
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• Concert partner firmed up

  02-04-2019 05:02 via saultstar.com
  Venue Coalition will work to attract more entertainment acts to GFL Memorial Gardens.
  City council agreed to a one-year agreement with the California-based firm at a meeting on Monday night.
  The partnership begins May 1 and will cost about $18,500.
  Venue Coalition books entertainment for 70 North American arenas including four in Ontario (Kitchener, Ottawa, Peterborough, Sudbury).
  The partnership will be considered a success if “a few acts” are brought to the city, said director of c
  
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• Marina dock to be replaced

  02-04-2019 05:00 via saultstar.com
  A Quebec-based firm will do dock replacement at Bondar Marina.
  The city budgeted $800,000 for the work.
  Poralu Marine previously replaced the fuel dock and 75 feet of dock at the Foster Drive site.
  Single sourcing will allow for one type of dock system at the marina, said a report from deputy chief administrative officer of community development and enterprise services Tom Vair.
  “One system allows for consistency in maintenance and future repairs versus two types of docking systems,”
  
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• Peoples Road home purchased

  02-04-2019 04:56 via saultstar.com
  City council approved the purchase of a west-end home to help with watercourse maintenance in the area.
  Municipal solicitor Karen Fields recommended the city spend up to $100,000 to purchase 969 Peoples Rd. The home is for sale now.
  A watercourse on private property runs from 993 Peoples Rd., to 925 Peoples Rd.
  “The watercourse conveys a significant amount of storm water, and maintenance of this watercourse is challenging due to the fact that it is located on private property, without an e
  
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• Autism services compiled

  02-04-2019 04:51 via saultstar.com
  A group will be formed to help Sault Ste. Marie residents learn what services are available for persons with autism.
  The sub-committee will work under Ontarians with Disabilities Accessibility Advisory Committee.
  Its creation is “not a knee-jerk reaction” to recent provincial government action on autism, said Ward 2 Coun. Lisa Vezeau-Allen.
  City of Sault Ste. Marie recognizes Tuesday as World Autistm Day.
  A flag-raising ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. at Civic Centre. The public is
  
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• Ontario healthcare bill spurs local action

  02-04-2019 04:49 via saultthisweek.com
  Sault Ste. Marie Health Coalition will hold a town hall meeting on Friday, April 5 as part of a province-wide campaign to educate the public about the Ontario government’s plan to restructure the provincial healthcare system and create a new “super agency”.
  The Ontario Health Coalition has assisted the meeting, along with more than 20 other town halls across Ontario. Marie Dellavedova, a member of the local branch of the Health Coalition said announcement of Bill 74, the new he
  
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• Neighbours oppose, but council OKs 12-storey building

  02-04-2019 04:48 via saultstar.com
  A high-end 12-storey apartment building, tailored for seniors, will be built on the site of a former school athletic field and snow dump.City council backed a proposal for the 90-unit building at 22 MacDonald Ave., from developers Dave Ruscio, Joe Ruscio and John Martella, at a meeting Monday night. The field was formerly used by Sault Collegiate Institute and Collegiate Heights.“Given our city’s demographics there’s a real need to provide suitable housing for seniors,” J
  
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• City urged to join ‘climate emergency’ movement

  02-04-2019 04:44 via saultthisweek.com
  Climate change activist groups are encouraging the mayor and council to join the movement of cities declaring climate emergencies.
  Thanks largely to the efforts of Kara Flannigan and Erin Heineman, local groups Extinction Rebellion and the Climate Hub have prepared and submitted to council a completed declaration they hope to see the city adopt as is or use as a jumping off point to prepare its own.
  The document opens with a comment on the urgency for action. “Whereas world scientists rece
  
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• TERRIFIC Kids - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  02-04-2019 03:31
  TERRIFIC Kids  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsHide caption. Gier Elementary School recently recognized its Terrific Kids for the month of March in front of parents and an assembly of the entire school. Terrific ...
  
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• Seasonal restrictions lifted for southern Michigan highways - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  02-04-2019 03:31
  Seasonal restrictions lifted for southern Michigan highways  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsThe announcement is for weight limits on state routes - those with M, I, or U.S. designations. There are signs in place for local roads where restrictions are still in ...
  
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• February figures show more people at work - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  02-04-2019 03:31
  February figures show more people at work - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsLANSING — Employment went up in February in southeast Michigan, with most areas showing unemployment lower than the state average of 4.1 percent.
  
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• Council Approves Changes to Traffic Lights, GFL Partnership

  02-04-2019 03:19
  After a discussion regarding costs and semantics, council voted unanimously to bring in California-based live entertainment consulting company Venue Coalition to help book acts at the GFL Memorial Gardens. Venue Coalition is expected to bring in a minimum of two to three acts in order to maintain their end of the contract, but Community Director […]
  
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• Despite Opposition, Council Votes to Forge Ahead with Apartment Tower

  02-04-2019 03:17
  Residents congreated in Council Chambers during Monday evening’s meeting to voice their concerns in regards to the proposal of a 12-storey luxury complex to be built on the vacant land at Gladstone Ave and McDonald Ave. This complex, which will be geared to the demographic of an aging population, is slated to have 90-units as […]
  
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