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• Reaction and quotes about the new Liberal cabinet

  20-11-2019 23:54
  
  OTTAWA — What newsmakers said about the new federal cabinet sworn in Wednesday: “We recognize that this Parliament will be one in which collaboration, in which working with a broad range of parties and indeed stakeholders across the country, is going to be incredibly important. And the team that we’ve assembled here is a team that […]
  
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• TIFF lays off 15 employees ‘across all departments’

  20-11-2019 23:20
  
  TORONTO — The organization behind the Toronto International Film Festival says it has laid off 15 staff members after what it calls “a comprehensive review” of its five-year strategic plan. A TIFF spokesperson said Wednesday in an email that the employees were let go on Tuesday. When asked which positions, the spokesperson would only say they […]
  
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• Toronto Maple Leafs fire head coach Mike Babcock, promote Sheldon Keefe to role

  20-11-2019 22:51
  
  TORONTO — The Toronto Maple Leafs fired head coach Mike Babcock on Wednesday and replaced him with Sheldon Keefe. Babcock had a record of 9-10-4 in 2019-20 for the struggling Leafs, who are 0-5-1 in their last six games, including five straight losses in regulation. “Today, we made the decision to relieve Mike Babcock of his […]
  
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• Kargiannakis wins national honours

  20-11-2019 22:05 via saultstar.com
  
  Making the decision to quit her job two years ago to become a full-time technology entrepreneur was a tough call for Melissa Kargiannakis.Read More
  
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• VIDEO: Hip-hop muralist Que Rock Lends Hand at White Pines

  20-11-2019 21:34
  
  The ADSB and FutureSSM have partnered to bring internationally recognized Anishinaabe hip-hop muralist, Que Rock to Sault Ste. Marie. Originally from Nipissing First Nation and currently based in Toronto, Que Rock has earned national recognition as a member of the Mighty Zulu Kingz, DDT (Dirty Defiant Tribe), and Ready to Rock. His murals have been exhibited across […]
  
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• KAARELA, Bette (nee Cauduro)

  20-11-2019 21:20
  
  Peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital on Wednesday November 13, 2019 at the age of 67. Beloved mother of Ryan (Caroline) Kaarela. Daughter of the late Valentino and Natalie Cauduro. Loving sister of Rick and the late Ron (Meris). Aunt to Steven Cauduro (Mary-Ann) and Lisa McTaggart (Mike). A private family service was held. Bette’s […]
  
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• SNOOK, George

  20-11-2019 21:05
  
  ~1936 – 2019~ In his 84th year at the Sault Area Hospital, beloved husband of Mercedes (nee Brouillard) and father of Eddie Snook (Jacquie). Proud grandpa of Amelia, Benjamin and Poppie Snook. Son of the late Edward and Bea Snook, son-in-law of the late Rena and Charles Brouillard. Brother of Gerri Giroux (Ron) and brother-in-law […]
  
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• New faces in Trudeau’s minority cabinet include rookies and former backbenchers

  20-11-2019 20:57
  
  OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has welcomed some new faces into his cabinet, including some rookie MPs and former Liberal backbenchers. Steven Guilbeault, Canadian Heritage Guilbeault, a prominent Quebec environmental activist, was one of the Liberals’ star candidates during the federal election campaign and was highly expected to be tapped for cabinet after winning the Montreal […]
  
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• New call centre ready to launch

  20-11-2019 20:51 via saultstar.com
  
  A new call centre is officially opening its lines in early December. Read More
  
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• Seaton found dead at Barrie Motel

  20-11-2019 20:18 via saultstar.com
  
  Caleb Seaton’s end came in a motel in Barrie.Read More
  
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• Pilot project immigration pilot officially kicked off for Sault Ste. Marie

  20-11-2019 20:16 via saultstar.com
  
  The Rural Northern Immigration Pilot project has officially kicked off, city council was told earlier this week. Read More
  
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• The Latest: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau unveils members of his new cabinet

  20-11-2019 19:57
  
  OTTAWA — The latest on the unveiling and swearing-in of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s cabinet. All times Eastern. 1:50 p.m. Weeks of rampant speculation about the members of Justin Trudeau’s cabinet has vanished as each gets sworn in at Rideau Hall. The incoming cabinet consists of 36 ministers, not including the prime minister himself, and also […]
  
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• College wants to boost online study revenue

  20-11-2019 19:08 via saultstar.com
  
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• Canadian ‘Frozen 2’ animators tapped into cold weather experiences

  20-11-2019 19:01
  
  TORONTO — With swirling autumn maple leaves and icy landscapes, the Canadian animators on “Frozen 2” were immersed in a familiar world while working on the highly anticipated Disney sequel. There’s a strong Canadian contingent behind the second instalment in the blockbuster animated musical film franchise, which stars Idina Menzel as Elsa, queen of Arendelle […]
  
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• NDP asks auditor general to probe green energy contract cancellations

  20-11-2019 18:51
  
  TORONTO — NDP Leader Andrea Horwath says Ontario’s auditor general should investigate the cancellation of 750 renewable energy contracts. Horwath has asked Auditor General Bonnie Lysyk to probe the cost of tearing up the agreements after the Progressive Conservative government made the move last summer. The request comes a day after the New Democrats uncovered a report […]
  
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• Energy stocks help lift Toronto stock index, materials and finance slip

  20-11-2019 17:23
  
  TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index was up slightly in late-morning trading as energy and cannabis stocks rose while financial and materials stocks dipped. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 11.94 points at 17,023.34. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was down 87.43 points at 27,846.59. The S&P 500 index was down 4.01 points at 3,116.17, […]
  
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• Rang heads Invasive Species Centre

  20-11-2019 17:21 via saultstar.com
  
  Sarah Rang is the new executive director of Invasive Species Centre.Read More
  
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• Military facing likely delay in delivery of new search-and-rescue plane

  20-11-2019 17:18
  
  OTTAWA — The Canadian Armed Forces is refusing to accept the first of its new search-and-rescue planes from European manufacturer Airbus because of concerns with the aircraft’s manuals. The new plane was supposed to be delivered to the military by Dec. 1. Exactly how long delivery could be delayed remains unclear as Airbus, the Royal […]
  
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• Invasive Species Centre Names New Executive Director

  20-11-2019 16:56
  
  SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – The Invasive Species Centre, a non-profit leader in collaboration, knowledge sharing, and invasive species prevention and management, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sarah Rang as Executive Director, effective November 25, 2019. Sarah Rang has helped create new environmental initiatives, including a $1.5 million annual community grant program; worked with […]
  
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• Caroling at Tree Lighting

  20-11-2019 16:39
  
  Soo Sings for Kids executive members and participants will be singing their hearts out well before show time on May 13, 2020. On Thursday, November 21, 2019 we will be caroling near the March Street Stage. Even Santa Claus will be taking in the performance. The big guy in red will be available for photos […]
  
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• Police Warn, Guy in Red Suit To Shut Down Queen Street Saturday Night

  20-11-2019 16:01
  
  The annual Rotary Santa Claus Parade will take place this Saturday, November 23, 2019. We want to remind the public there will be road closures in the downtown area to allow the parade to run smoothly. Starting at 4:30 p.m. Queen Street East will be closed from Elizabeth Street to Church Street. This area will […]
  
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• Purple bulbs support female abuse victims

  20-11-2019 15:55 via saultstar.com
  
  City residents are encouraged to shine purple lights outside their homes in November to support female victims of abuse.Read More
  
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• NDP blasts Conservatives for suggesting northern winter road safety good enough

  20-11-2019 15:50
  
  Fedeli on social media: ‘public information’ is the priority — not snow plowing QUEEN’S PARK — The NDP MPP for Sudbury, Jamie West, blasted the Ford government during question period Tuesday for suggesting that the current state of treacherous and poorly maintained winter roads in northern Ontario is good enough for Northerners. Last week, the Ford government unanimously […]
  
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• Ontario Launches Free Routine Dental Care for Low-Income Seniors

  20-11-2019 15:44
  
  TORONTO — As part of its comprehensive plan to end hallway health care, Ontario is investing in programs that keep seniors healthy in their communities longer. Each year in Ontario, preventable dental issues like gum disease, infections and chronic pain lead to more than 60,000 emergency department visits by patients, of which a significant portion […]
  
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• Ground-Breaking Memorandum of Understanding Signed at Northern Ontario Tourism Summit

  20-11-2019 15:42
  
  (Timmins, ON) – Two leading organizations in Ontario’s tourism industry have signed a ground-breaking Memorandum of Understanding that will pave the way for them to increasingly work together on mutually beneficial tourism projects. The signing ceremony, between Kevin Eshkawkogan, President and CEO of Indigenous Tourism Ontario (ITO) and Marty Kalagian of Destination Northern Ontario (DNO), […]
  
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• Barbeau was firefighter, remembered Broncos

  20-11-2019 15:18 via saultstar.com
  
  Chuck Barbeau, a former deputy chief of Sault Ste. Marie Fire Services, died Nov. 14 at Sault Area Hospital.Read More
  
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• NDP MPP introduces bill to fix the Northern Health Travel Grant

  20-11-2019 14:50
  
  QUEEN’S PARK — NDP MPP for Thunder Bay-Atikokan Judith Monteith-Farrell introduced a bill in the Ontario legislature today that would ensure the Northern Health Travel Grant is reviewed and improved, and that northern Ontario residents get the support they need to access health care. The Northern Health Travel Grant Advisory Committee Act would see the […]
  
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• Council Hears Funding Requests from Outside Agencies

  20-11-2019 14:06
  
  City Council heard funding requests from its levy boards, local boards and outside agencies during Monday evening’s preliminary budget meeting; several of them requesting increases to their 2019 funding levels. Each of these organizations, which all receive funding from the city, was required to fill out a prerequisite form outlining statistical data on events,paid admissions, […]
  
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• Pilot project immigration pilot officially kicked off for Sault Ste. Marie - Sault Star

  20-11-2019 09:00
  
  Pilot project immigration pilot officially kicked off for Sault Ste. Marie  Sault Star
  
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• Gallery: Sum 41 and The Offspring Rock the GFL

  20-11-2019 07:00
  
  Sum 41 and The Offspring rocked out to a packed GFL Memorial Gardens on Tuesday night as part of their cross-country tour. Joined by Dinosaur Pile-Up, the tour continues with its next stop in Winnipeg on Nov. 21. Tickets and tour dates can be found here.
  
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• State approves temporary sandbags for erosion-affected homeowners - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  20-11-2019 00:41
  State approves temporary sandbags for erosion-affected homeowners  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Adrian Safe Neighborhoods meeting Thursday - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  20-11-2019 00:41
  Adrian Safe Neighborhoods meeting Thursday  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• PetSmart donates stuffed animals to paramedics

  20-11-2019 00:14
  
  A small gesture can go a long way. The Sault Ste. Marie Paramedics were contacted by PetSmart Store Manager, Hillery Edwards, offering to donate over two-hundred (200) stuffed animals to the service. The toys will be distributed to children by Paramedics in the course of their duties. Paramedics often give stuffed animals to children who are […]
  
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