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• Sudbury, Ont. police look for suspects after theft of prosthetic leg from home

  23-01-2020 23:16
  
  SUDBURY, Ont. — Police in northeastern Ontario say they’re looking for two people suspected of stealing a prosthetic leg. The Greater Sudbury Police Service says the alleged theft happened early Thursday morning when two people entered a home while the occupant was asleep. They allege the suspects took a pair of pants from off the homeowner’s […]
  
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• Beware of Fraud Scams!

  23-01-2020 22:30
  
  The Sault Ste. Marie Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to remind the public that there are frauds and scams out there trying to pry you away from your hard-earned money. The OPP would like you to be alert and prevent youself from becoming a victim. Phone scams continuously change as fraudsters attempt new ways […]
  
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• Top 10% of income-earners earned 34% of Canada’s total income — yet paid more than 54% of total income taxes

  23-01-2020 22:13
  
  (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The share of income tax paid by the top 10 per cent of income-earners in Canada is markedly disproportionate to the share of income earned by this group of Canadians, finds a new essay released today by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian public policy think-tank. “Despite common misperceptions and misleading […]
  
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• County EDC Board Welcomes Appointments to Board of Directors

  23-01-2020 22:04
  
  The Chippewa County Board of Commissioners during its Regular session on Thursday, January 2nd appointed Mr. Jeff Hagan as a Board of Director of the Chippewa County Economic Development Corporation.  Mr. Hagan will replace Mr. Kurt Perron who elected not to be considered for reappointment.  In addition the EDC also welcomed the reappointment of Director’s […]
  
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• Proposed Algoma OHT ‘very close’ to securing province’s blessing: Official

  23-01-2020 22:01 via saultstar.com
  
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• CONWAY, Linda Rose

  23-01-2020 22:00
  
  Peacefully at the Algoma Residential Community Hospice, with her family by her side on Tuesday, January 22, 2020 at the age of 69. Loving mother of Albert Brydges (Marlyn) and Lonnie Conway. Dear sister of Sandra Conway, Gary Conway (Darlene), Cheryl Jones (Alan), Karen Conway (Abby) and Kim Piche (David). Proud Grandma of Matthew (Mary), […]
  
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• D’ADDETTA, Joan F.

  23-01-2020 21:59
  
  At the Sault Area Hospital on Tuesday, January 21, 2020. Loving wife of Joe. Devoted mother of JoAnne Hosack (Sam) and Joey D’Addetta. Nana to the loves of her life Nate and Maya. Cherished sister of Andy Poeta (Janet) and predeceased by brothers Tony Poeta (Marg) and Peter Poeta. Dear sister-in-law to Frank D’Addetta (Rosina) […]
  
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• FILIPCIC, Viola Helen

  23-01-2020 21:57
  
  Passed away peacefully at the Mauno Kaihla Koti on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at the age of 83. Loving wife of the late Milo Filipcic. Proud mother of Linda Petrides (David), Sherry Breckenridge (Frank) and Lorna Neveu (Ray). Cherished grandmother of Michelle Petrides (Dan), Christine Petrides (Nils), Carly Breckenridge (Ryan), Amanda Vossos (Jay), Matthew Neveu […]
  
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• Obama decries Trump’s rolling back vehicle fuel-efficiency standards

  23-01-2020 21:44
  
  TORONTO — Efforts by the Trump administration to undo fuel-efficiency standards for vehicles are a setback to the battle against climate change, former U.S. president Barack Obama said on Thursday. Speaking at a sell-out forum about the future of work, Obama said it’s clear not everyone is on his page when it comes to the enormous […]
  
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• Canadian experts returning home after probing Tehran plane crash, TSB says

  23-01-2020 21:43
  
  OTTAWA — The Transportation Safety Board says two investigators are heading back to Canada after six days in Tehran and two in Kyiv, helping probe the downing of a Ukraine International Airlines jet. Iran has admitted firing surface-to-air missiles at the airliner as it left Tehran’s international airport Jan. 8, saying it was a mistake. Fifty-seven […]
  
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• Proximity to Soo Pee Wee arena concern cited in 2 submissions to AGCO

  23-01-2020 21:29 via saultstar.com
  
  The Alcohol Gaming Commission of Ontario has received two comments during the 15 day public comment period about the proposed Northern Avenue Hello Cannabis store. Read More
  
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• How Canadian researchers are using data to track the spread of the coronavirus

  23-01-2020 20:24
  
  TORONTO — Researchers are making advances in tracking the trajectory of viral illnesses like the emerging coronavirus, as they try to stay ahead of any potential threat to Canada. A Toronto doctor who specializes in infectious diseases says his medical analytics company has been tracking the newly identified coronavirus since first detecting signs of an outbreak near the central Chinese city of Wuhan on Dec. 31. The virus [&h
  
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• There’s Still Lots of Time to Take Part in CNOY

  23-01-2020 19:19
  
  St. Vincent Place’s annual Coldest Night of the Year event is coming up fast, and we’d love to see you out walking with us on February 22. That’s the night that hundreds of Saultites will join thousands of others across Canada in walking to raise funds in support of the hungry, homeless, and hurting. Registration […]
  
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• View Point: More Family Doctors, Not Private Health Insurance Is The Answer

  23-01-2020 19:14
  
  By Peter Chow The Ontario government has consistently chosen worsened access to primary medical care over the increased cost of improved access – not only access to a family doctor or other primary care provider, but also access through hospital ER and walk-in departments. Canada is tied for last place (out of 10 OECD countries) […]
  
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• Fundraiser set up for crash victims family - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-01-2020 18:50
  Fundraiser set up for crash victims family  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Hospitals ask for nearly $1B funding boost: ‘Backs are truly against the wall’

  23-01-2020 18:14
  
  TORONTO — Ontario’s hospitals are asking for a nearly $1-billion increase in the upcoming provincial budget for their sector, after years of underfunding, in order to maintain services and ease overcrowding. The Progressive Conservative government has pledged to end so-called hallway health care, and doing so requires other health-care investments such as long-term care beds, the […]
  
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• No comments written for report cards

  23-01-2020 17:05 via saultstar.com
  
  Students attending Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board schools won’t get comments on their report cards.Read More
  
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• Sault Star intern starts new position

  23-01-2020 16:42 via saultstar.com
  
  A former Sault Star summer intern is the new deputy editor of iPolitics.Read More
  
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• Former Sault Star intern starts new position

  23-01-2020 16:42 via saultstar.com
  
  A former Sault Star summer intern is the new deputy editor of iPolitics.Read More
  
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• Sault High downs Gaylord - Sports - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-01-2020 16:31
  Sault High downs Gaylord - Sports  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• de Keyzer shares Chess covers

  23-01-2020 16:11 via saultstar.com
  
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• *Cough* Chronic Disease Management *Cough*

  23-01-2020 16:11
  
  The Ontario government announced that the province’s health care system would be transformed into one that is more efficient and appropriate for all residents, however, Northern Ontario has needs and priorities that differ from those elsewhere. Spinning Our Wheels? Chronic Disease Management as a Health Policy Priority for Northern Ontario examines the management of chronic […]
  
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• Cannabis price gap increases, as illegal cannabis prices fall: StatCan

  23-01-2020 15:46
  
  OTTAWA — Statistics Canada says the gap between legal and illegal cannabis prices in Canada increased in the fourth quarter of last year. The average price of legal cannabis increased to $10.30 per gram in the period between October and December 2019 from $9.69 per gram the year before. The change came as the average price […]
  
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• DDA seeks development for former Taylor’s building - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-01-2020 15:40
  DDA seeks development for former Taylor’s building  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Innerebner, Storey among MHSAA Scholar-Athlete Award finalists - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-01-2020 14:01
  Innerebner, Storey among MHSAA Scholar-Athlete Award finalists  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Is climate action a $26-trillion opportunity? ‘A little baloney’ in this claim

  23-01-2020 13:00
  
  OTTAWA — “This is not simply an environmental issue. It is an economic issue. The estimates going forward in terms of the size of the prize for countries that are in this game early, developing technologies and deploying technologies that address some of the carbon-related issues, is enormous. It’s been estimated at a $26 trillion […]
  
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• Canadian Health Care Reform: Private Insurance

  23-01-2020 13:00
  
  In the Sault, finding a doctor taking patients is next to impossible. Going to a walk-in clinic or Sault Area Hospital Emergency Department becomes a day-long trip. Bring a book and food. There will be plenty of time to read and eat. But it’s not a Sault problem. It’s systemic throughout Canadian health care. As […]
  
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• Stephen S. Call notice to creditors (revised) - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-01-2020 09:00
  Stephen S. Call notice to creditors (revised) - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Letter: Warren misstepped in Dem debate - Opinion - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-01-2020 08:38
  Letter: Warren misstepped in Dem debate - Opinion  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• A Hat-Trick and Great PK Is Not Enough to down Firebirds

  23-01-2020 03:21
  
  The Greyhounds have found themselves on a bit of a slide, dropping five of their last seven coming into Wednesday night’s matchup with the Flint Firebirds. It would be their last chance to impress the home crowd at the GFL Memorial Gardens before their five game road trips begins. The Hounds early blunders led by […]
  
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• Greeting card retailers Carlton Cards and Papyrus closing 79 stores in Canada

  23-01-2020 00:38
  
  TORONTO — Greeting card retailers Carlton Cards and Papyrus are closing their doors, including 79 stores in Canada. A Papyrus store employee at Lime Ridge Mall in Hamilton says employees were told that stores will close in four to six weeks. Alyssa Scott says the closure doesn’t come as a surprise. She says employees saw it coming […]
  
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• Poolside Reflections

  23-01-2020 00:30
  
  January is always a great time to look back and consider how far we’ve come. For Sault Surge Aquatic Team, there has been a lot to think about: the club got a new head coach in January of 2019, senior athletes graduated high school in June and moved on to pursue post-secondary education, September saw […]
  
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• CLEARY, Marianne

  23-01-2020 00:27
  
  August 20, 1950 to January 21, 2020 ~ Marianne passed away after a lengthy illness, while in her 70th year. Dear wife of Fred for 50 years. Loving mother of Karianne (Renaud), Craig (Catherine), Todd and Jeff. Beloved grandmother of Erik, Aaron, Lauren, Rachel, Nolan, Mya, and the late Tiffanie. Great grandmother of Brody. Sister […]
  
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• Coast Guard Station Sault to conduct ice rescue/safety demonstration on Munuscong Lake

  23-01-2020 00:23
  
  SAULT STE MARIE, Michigan  – U.S. Coast Guard Station Sault Sainte Marie will conduct an ice rescue and safety demonstration on Munuscong Lake of the St. Marys River, this Saturday at 10 a.m. near Dan’s Resort. This demonstration is intended for all novice and experienced recreational ice users. The Coast Guard will share best practices […]
  
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• PIPOLI, Douglas Clifford

  23-01-2020 00:18
  
  August 4, 1931 to January 21, 2020 ~ Peacefully into the arms of Jesus at the Sault Area Hospital. Reunited with his beloved wife Ada Pipoli (nee Adorante). He leaves behind four children, Patrick, Ralph (Barbara), Norman and Sylvia and his grandchildren. Predeceased by his son David. Dear brother of Florence Tunzi (Vitto) of Windsor, […]
  
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