Sault Ste. Marie news

• KENNIS, Anna

  15-04-2019 22:57
  It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Anna at the Ontario Finnish Rest Home on Saturday, April 13, 2019 at the age of 85. Cherished mother of Edna Kennis Nadon (Daniel), Edward (Lorri), the late Eric (Nanci) and Ronald (Charlotte). Loving Oma of Christie (Chris), Erin (Kyle), Erica (Kyle), Devin. Step-Oma […]
  
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• Toronto archbishop laments destruction of Notre Dame cathedral in Paris

  15-04-2019 22:50
  TORONTO — The Archbishop of Toronto says the destruction today of the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris is both tragic and sad. Thomas Cardinal Collins says the centuries-old church represents the presence of God and the spirit of the human heart. He says a cathedral is meant to be a sign of beauty that leads […]
  
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• Judge sends Canadian to US prison for risky tunnel scheme

  15-04-2019 22:39
  DETROIT — A Canadian cab driver who made extra money by steering desperate immigrants to a railroad tunnel under the Detroit River was sentenced Monday to 16 months in a U.S. prison. Juan Garcia-Jimenez, a 53-year-old Canadian citizen who is a native of Guatemala, wept in federal court. Besides a prison sentence, he was fined […]
  
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• MAZZER, Enes

  15-04-2019 22:31
  It is with broken hearts we announce the peaceful passing of Enes at the FJ Davey Home on Saturday, April 13, 2019 at the age of 86. Beloved wife of the late Reno (1984) and will always be remembered by her special friend, Joe Belsito. Cherished mother of Ron (Maria) and Theresa Wood-Salomon (Philip). Proud […]
  
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• Raptors coach Nick Nurse takes some of the blame for Lowry’s poor shooting night

  15-04-2019 22:25
  TORONTO — If Kyle Lowry had played in Toronto’s final game of the regular season, would his shot still have been M.I.A. against Orlando? Or could he have used the rhythm of a game just five days before the post-season tipped off? Mulling those questions over on Monday, Raptors coach Nick Nurse pointed the finger at […]
  
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• Bulldogs swing into new softball season - Sports - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 22:22
  Bulldogs swing into new softball season - Sports  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsMARQUETTE— Rudyard opened its softball season with a 2-1 showing at the 17th annual Spring Swing at the Superior Dome over the weekend. The Bulldogs ...
  
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• Northwestern Ontario school board grappling with string of anonymous threats

  15-04-2019 22:15
  A school board in northwestern Ontario grappling with a string of anonymous threats has started posting school work online so students won’t fall behind as a result of the disruption. A spokesman for Lakehead Public Schools in Thunder Bay, Ont., says the board is also working with social workers and mental health staff to ensure students […]
  
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• Mainstream retailers embrace marijuanas less taboo cousin - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 21:19
  Mainstream retailers embrace marijuanas less taboo cousin  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsMainstream retailers are leaping into the world of products like skin creams and oils that tout such benefits as reducing anxiety and helping you sleep.The key ...
  
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• Catastrophic fire engulfs Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 20:59
  Catastrophic fire engulfs Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsA spokesman said the entire wooden frame of the cathedral would likely come down, and that the vault of the edifice could be threatened too.
  
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• Senior Radio Astronomy Research Fellow To Hold Masterclasses at Algoma University This Week

  15-04-2019 20:32
  (SAULT STE.MARIE, APRIL 15, 2019:) Kevin Vinsen, a senior research fellow at the International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research (ICRAR) will be visiting Algoma University this week to give a lecture and teach two half-day programming masterclasses open to the public. Please register for the Masterclasses by emailing [email protected] or Dr. Nicola Shaw ([email protected]), as […]
  
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• Treasury provides tips for last-minute filers - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 20:16
  Treasury provides tips for last-minute filers  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsWith taxpayers required to either e-file or mail their state income tax returns by midnight tonight, the Michigan Department of Treasury (Treasury) has some tips to ...
  
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• Marriage Matters: Virtually worthless, or worse - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 20:08
  Marriage Matters: Virtually worthless, or worse - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsA global question: Are parents supposed to be perfect? Our Muse sent us a recent Wall Street Journal article that both irritated and frightened us. Titled “Meet ...
  
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• Living Sustainably: Events address business sustainable practices - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 20:08
  Living Sustainably: Events address business sustainable practices  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsBusinesses are emerging as significant players in the environmental/social movement because of their opportunities to implement solutions while still following ...
  
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• Four held after robbery in Mendon - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 20:08
  Four held after robbery in Mendon  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsFour men are being held in the St. Joseph County Jail after robbing the Marathon gas station in the Village of Mendon late Sunday night. The four are also ...
  
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• Employment Expertise: Summer employment for teens - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 20:08
  Employment Expertise: Summer employment for teens  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsIt's spring and that means employers are starting to post summer employment opportunities. Now is the time for young adults to prepare for summer employment.
  
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• Ontario scraps ticket resale price cap, increases fines for violating ticket law

  15-04-2019 20:04
  TORONTO — Ontario is scrapping part of a law that would have capped ticket resale prices at 50 per cent above the original face value. The Progressive Conservative government paused implementation of that section of the Ticket Sales Act — brought in by the previous Liberal government — shortly after the election last year. The government […]
  
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• Willow Farm shares sheep shearing day - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 20:00
  Willow Farm shares sheep shearing day  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsHOMER — Willow Farm, LLC, opened its farm April 6 for its annual shearing day. The farm, which is located north of Quincy, between Litchfield and Homer is ...
  
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• Recap: Flooding strikes again Sunday in beach communities - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 20:00
  Recap: Flooding strikes again Sunday in beach communities  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsConditions favorable for flooding reached its highest point about 2 p.m. Sunday, when the National Weather *Service* issued a flood warning for Monroe County ...
  
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• Glen Oaks to offer retirement incentive - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 20:00
  Glen Oaks to offer retirement incentive - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsGlen Oaks Community College Board of Trustees on Thursday approved a retirement incentive for faculty and administrators.
  
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• École Saint-Joseph (Wawa) annual chess tournament bigger than ever!

  15-04-2019 19:32
  École Saint-Joseph (Wawa) welcomed 156 young chess masters on Thursday, April 11, for their sixth annual Franco-Nord-Ouest Chess Tournament. Grade 3 to 12 students from eight French-language Catholic and Public schools gathered in Wawa for the competition. It was a great day for all the participants who successfully applied the often complex tactics and strategies […]
  
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• Take Back Ontario Province-Wide Day of Action

  15-04-2019 19:22
  SAULT STE. MARIE – Be part of the Power of Many, on April 17 as we sound the alarm about exactly what the Doug Ford government’s recently-released budget really means for us here in Sault Ste. Marie. Under the changes proposed in the budget, Ontario’s education, health care, and public services are all under attack, […]
  
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• Kashechewan First Nation faces ‘massive trauma’ with flooding: MP

  15-04-2019 19:09
  OTTAWA — The sting of evacuations due to spring flooding at a First Nation in northern Ontario is hitting harder this year, as government promises for a permanent new location are far from reality. Starting on Monday, more than 2,500 members of the Kashechewan First Nation were to be flown out from the reserve, located north […]
  
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• Female Charged with Assault

  15-04-2019 18:34
  On April 12th, 2019 officers with the Patrol Services division of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service arrested 23 year old Sabrina Kauldhar of Constellation Place for assault. It’s alleged on April 12th, 2019 the accused approached a vehicle near her home and began striking the passenger. Police were called and they took the accused […]
  
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• Justice Department expects to release Mueller report Thursday - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 18:31
  Justice Department expects to release Mueller report Thursday  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsThe Justice Department expects to make a redacted version of special counsel Robert Mueller's report on the Trump-Russia investigation public Thursday ...
  
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• Caught on Camera: Headphones Stolen From Walmart

  15-04-2019 18:20
  Crime Stoppers and the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service are requesting your assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an incident of theft. On April 6, 2019 an unknown male attended Walmart in the Station Mall and selected Monster Headphones valued at $50 from the electronic department and concealed them under his coat. The unknown […]
  
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• Male Charged With Sharing Photos Without Consent

  15-04-2019 16:20
  (CHAPLEAU, ON) – On April 14, 2019, at approximately 2:00 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police responded to a domestic dispute in Chapleau, Ontario. As a result of the investigation, a 36-year-old male from Chapleau, Ontario was arrested and charged with the following: Distribute intimate image without consent, contrary […]
  
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• Come #Jam4Jam!

  15-04-2019 16:18
  All members of the community are invited to join in celebrating National Youth Arts week at #Jam4Jam on May 9, 2019 at the Bushplane Heritage Centre beginning at 5:00 p.m. This collaborative effort between Errol Lee, Youth Odena, and Soo York City Urban Arts Collective will feature an all-ages dinner and concert in support of […]
  
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• Whitmer meets with U.P. Scouts - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 16:11
  Whitmer meets with U.P. Scouts  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsGovernor Whitmer recently met with youth members of the Boy Scouts of America to highlight the impact of scouting in Michigan. This impact is shown though the ...
  
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• BELAIR, Cecile

  15-04-2019 16:07
  We regret to announce the passing of Cecile on April 11, 2019 in her 79th year. Daughter of the late Omer & Yvonne Belair. Lovingly remembered by her sisters, Yvette Belair (Garth), Helene Ferguson (Larry) and the late Normand Belair. She will be missed by her nieces and nephews, Nicole & Marc Tournier (Jen), Lisa […]
  
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• PIIPPO, Pauli

  15-04-2019 16:05
  Friends and family are invited to visit at Zion Lutheran Church on Monday, April 22, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. until time of Memorial Service at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Brad Mittleholtz officiating. Memorial donations to Zion Lutheran Church, the Ontario Finnish Resthome Association (OFRA) or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the […]
  
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• MCLEOD, Elta

  15-04-2019 16:03
  Died on Sunday, April 14, 2019, at the age of 95 after a long and productive life. She was pre-deceased by her husband N. John McLeod. She is survived by her four children, Shelagh (Doug), Malcolm (Susan), Kathryn (Steve) and Alyson (Mark), ten grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and her younger brother Kirke Van Allen. She is […]
  
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• BIRD, Thomas

  15-04-2019 16:00
  A life lived with Peace, Love, and Music. With broken hearts we announce his sudden passing on Friday, April 5, 2019 at the age of 62. Devoted son of Sally (late Calvin) and the late Lloyd. Proud father of Jessica (Joshua) and Amy (Sheldon). He will be greatly missed by his sister Cindy and brother-in-law […]
  
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• Thunderbirds drop game 2 of the Finals, series now tied 1-1

  15-04-2019 15:44
  After opening up of the NOJHL Finals with a 3-2 win over the Hearst Lumberjacks in game 1 on Saturday night, the Soo Thunderbirds were right back in action less than twenty four hours later for game 2, which began at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday afternoon at the John Rhodes Community Centre. The last time […]
  
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• West End Commercial Fire Investigated

  15-04-2019 15:22
  On Saturday, April 13th, 2019, Sault Ste. Marie Fire Service crews responded to a call in the west-end of the city. Shortly before 3 p.m., fire crews responded to a fire in the 200 Block of Wallace Terrace. Crews were able to contain the fire. No injuries are reported and the fire is not considered suspicious. […]
  
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• Michigan Dem leader hopes to include rural counties - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 15:19
  Michigan Dem leader hopes to include rural counties  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsADRIAN — Not leaving behind rural Democrats as the party works toward organizing for the 2020 presidential election will be a priority of the Michigan ...
  
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• FORECAST: Early clouds, becoming sunny, & cool - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 15:19
  FORECAST: Early clouds, becoming sunny, & cool  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsThe National Weather *Service's* forecast for Ionia County for today, April 15, calls for cloudy skies through early morning, becoming clear and sunny. Cloudy ...
  
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• Test Drive: 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen 4Motion - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 15:08
  Test Drive: 2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen 4Motion  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsEntry price: $21895Price as tested: $26840This week, we're driving Volkswagen's popular small station wagon, namely the 2019 Golf SportWagen with 4Motion ...
  
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• Today in History April 15 - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 14:07
  Today in History April 15  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsToday is Monday, April 15, the 105th day of 2019. There are 260 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On April 15, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln ...
  
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• Chrystia Freeland Makes Sault Visit

  15-04-2019 13:31
  The Liberal MP who went head to head with the Trump administration during the revised NAFTA negotiations will be in Sault Ste. Marie on Thursday for a $100 / plate Liberal fundraiser. The Sault Ste. Marie Federal Liberal Association is hosting a luncheon reception this Thursday with MP Terry Sheehan, and special guest speaker The […]
  
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• Young woman infatuated with Columbine is found dead - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 09:00
  Young woman infatuated with Columbine is found dead  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsJefferson County Sheriff Jeff Shrader said 18-year-old Sol Pais was discovered by the FBI with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.
  
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• Today in History April 16 - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 09:00
  Today in History April 16  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsToday is Tuesday, April 16, the 106th day of 2019. There are 259 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On April 16, 2007, in one of America's worst ...
  
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• Titanic disaster had ties to Lenawee - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 09:00
  Titanic disaster had ties to Lenawee  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsMonday marked the 107th anniversary of the sinking of Titanic, the largest ocean liner of its day. The disaster shook the world, from the largest cities to the ...
  
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• Susan Sparks: Resurrection biscuits - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 09:00
  Susan Sparks: Resurrection biscuits  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsEaster reminds me of resurrection. Which reminds me of death. Which reminds me of my grandmother's biscuits. Ganny, as we called her, lived in a tiny little ...
  
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• Sturgis approves police department custodial services - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 09:00
  Sturgis approves police department custodial services - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsSturgis city commissioners last week approved a two-year contract with Enviro-Clean Services of Holland for custodial services at Sturgis Police Department for ...
  
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• Study.com ranks LSSU No. 1 in affordability - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 09:00
  Study.com ranks LSSU No. 1 in affordability  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsLake Superior State University is Michigan's “Most Affordable College” according to study.com. LSSU also placed 14th among the 50 colleges and universities ...
  
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• Space exploration - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 09:00
  Space exploration  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsHide caption. Kitty Ascrizzi, Matt Price and Adithya Subbiah, members of the University of Michigan Mars Rover team were on hand at Davis Middle School ...
  
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• Soo Theatre Project announces summer season - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 09:00
  Soo Theatre Project announces summer season  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsSoo Theatre Project is proud to announce their 2019 Summer Season. From Lerner and Loewe's classic “My Fair Lady” and Puccini's beloved “Madama ...
  
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• School board approves vacation day request - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 09:00
  School board approves vacation day request - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsSturgis Public Schools Board of Education on Monday approved a vacation days transfer request from superintendent Art Ebert.
  
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• Sault Tribe legalizes recreational marijuana - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 09:00
  Sault Tribe legalizes recreational marijuana  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsThe Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Board of Directors approved a resolution at its April 16 meeting to legalize marijuana on the Sault Tribe ...
  
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• Sault softball drops opening doubleheader at Petoskey - Sports - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  15-04-2019 09:00
  Sault softball drops opening doubleheader at Petoskey - Sports  Sault Ste. Marie Evening NewsPETOSKEY — Sault High ran into some tough competition in its first softball outing of the season Tuesday. Petoskey swept the Blue Devils 13-0 and 16-1.
  
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