Sault Ste. Marie news

• Statement from Terry Sheehan

  17-03-2020 21:56
  
  Following the guidance of the Public Health Agency of Canada to reduce social contact in the workplace, the Sault Ste. Marie Constituency Office will be closed to walk-in visitors effective immediately. Neither myself nor staff members have exhibited signs of illness, this measure is simply a precaution for the well-being of our constituents and my […]
  
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• Canada’s entertainment unions asking for EI support for workers during COVID-19

  17-03-2020 20:41
  
  TORONTO — Canada’s screen industry is facing significant production shutdowns due to COVID-19, and the country’s entertainment unions are calling on the federal government to help their affected workers. Last Thursday, ACTRA National, the Directors Guild of Canada, IATSE and CWA Canada issued a joint letter asking Ottawa to extend employment insurance support to all their workers impacted by the pandemic. And on […]
  
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• Takeout, what are my options?

  17-03-2020 20:32
  
  Due to the recent Covid-19 outbreak, restaurants are advised to close all dining rooms and only operate through takeout or delivery options. During this time Sault Ste. Marie restaurant owners are rising to the occasion to try and accommodate their loyal customers by offering a wide range of food pick-up and delivery services. In contrast, […]
  
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• WHITE, Randolph “Randy”

  17-03-2020 20:26
  
  It is with broken hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Randy at the Sault Area Hospital on Sunday, March 15, 2020 at the young age of 65. Beloved husband and “glamping buddy” of Nancy for 41 wonderful years. Loving father and friend of Jason White (Chelsea), Craig White and Erin Eitrem (Jeremy). Proud […]
  
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• MERRITT, Florabelle “Belle”

  17-03-2020 20:23
  
  ~March 2, 1927 – March 16, 2020~ It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Florabelle Theresa Merritt (née Larivière) on March 16, 2020, at the age of 93 while at Golden Birches Terrace in Blind River. She has gone to meet her Creator and join the love of her life, Darwin. […]
  
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• First Ontario Patient Dies From COVID-19

  17-03-2020 19:53
  
  TORONTO — Today, Dr. David Williams, Chief Medical Officer of Health issued the following statement in response to a death in Ontario potentially related to COVID-19: “It brings me great sadness to report a death in Ontario that is potentially related to COVID-19. The individual was a 77-year old man who passed away on March […]
  
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• Pandemic could challenge new business owners: RING

  17-03-2020 19:50 via saultstar.com
  
  Recently launched businesses could face significant challenges keeping their doors open due to fewer customers because of the coronavirus, warns Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce’s chief executive officer.Read More
  
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• SAH Implements Further Visitor Restrictions

  17-03-2020 19:49
  
  As part of our ongoing efforts to keep patients safe, effective immediately, Sault Area Hospital (SAH) has implemented the following visitor restrictions: Emergency Department – No visitors allowed except in cases in trauma and for compassionate reasons. Only one parent will be allowed to accompany a child under the age of 18. Intensive Care Unit […]
  
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• Sault Ste Marie Museum Closure - SaultOnline.com

  17-03-2020 19:47
  
  Sault Ste Marie Museum Closure  SaultOnline.com
  
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• Sault Ste Marie Museum Closure

  17-03-2020 19:47
  
  In following suggestions from local and federal health officials, the Sault Ste. Marie Museum will be closed to the public until further notice. Staff will continue to operate the Museum and anwser any questions or concerns regarding the closure to the best of abilities. All public programming will be cancelled untitled further notice. Museum staff […]
  
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• Mackinac Bridge painting project wins third award

  17-03-2020 19:31
  
  The Mackinac Bridge tower painting project, now entering its fourth and final year, has won a third national award. Ruby+Associates of Bingham Farms received one of five Engineering Honorable Conceptor Awards from the American Council of Engineering Companies of Michigan (ACEC/M) at the association’s annual Engineering and Surveying Excellence Awards Gala on March 7. Ruby+Associates […]
  
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• Conference Board says Canada to avoid technical recession despite hit

  17-03-2020 19:16
  
  TORONTO — The Conference Board of Canada expects the country will avoid a technical recession as the economy rebounds from a 2.7 per cent contraction in the second quarter. It expects business investment and exports to substantially decline and consumer spending to ease in the second quarter as the impact of COVID-19 takes hold. However, […]
  
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• The Salvation Army – Food Bank Operations

  17-03-2020 19:09
  
  The Salvation Army continues to be open for Food Bank appointments. The Salvation Army will continue to serve our clients to the best of our ability.  We continue to follow communications from Government and our local health authorities to determine ways in which we can help our community during this pandemic. If possible, we would […]
  
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• Searchmont Resort Closed For The Season

  17-03-2020 18:52
  
  After careful consideration, Searchmont Resort regrettably plans to cease operations for the 2019/20 season. This decision was very difficult to make but following Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s declared state of emergency this morning we felt it was in the best interest of the public to close immediately. Today, March 17th, will be the last day of […]
  
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• Bridge traffic takes big hit

  17-03-2020 18:51 via saultstar.com
  
  Fewer motorists are crossing the International Bridge, with traffic between the Twin Saults down more than 40 per cent last Sunday and Monday.Read More
  
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• High school theatre helps students develop practical, life skills

  17-03-2020 18:42 via saultstar.com
  
  My daughter recently finished her run in the Superior Heights Onstage’s production of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. I watch these community theatre productions through a bunch of different lenses including: educator, parent, and theatre lover. As a columnist I get to share my thoughts about all three lenses. Read More
  
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• Hiawatha Highlands Announces Changes

  17-03-2020 18:33
  
  In light of the Province’s announcement this morning, we fall under the indoor recreation facility and are advised to close. Keeping you and our staff safe is high on our priority during this outbreak. We will continue to keep the trails groomed but the Kincentre building will be CLOSED. Daily Trail passes can be purchased […]
  
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• COVID-19 Pandemic Preparedness Toolkit for Ontario Businesses

  17-03-2020 17:19
  
  As the situation with COVID-19 continues to evolve, it is critical that businesses are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and resources to respond to protect public health and ensure the continued essential operations of their organizations. The Ontario Chamber of Commerce team, in collaboration with Hicks Morley, have put together a toolkit to help support […]
  
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• First Ontario resident dies of COVID-19

  17-03-2020 17:09 via saultstar.com
  
  Ontario health officials are confirming the province’s first death in a patient with COVID-19. Read More
  
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• APH Update: Current COVID-19 Situation in Algoma

  17-03-2020 16:51
  
  As of today, March 17 at 9:00 a.m., Algoma Public Health is reporting that there are still no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Algoma. They are continuing to actively monitor the situation and are providing public health guidance to returning travellers, local health professionals, and local employers. While the risk to the general public remains […]
  
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• Coronavirus testing in the Sault - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  17-03-2020 16:09
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• PALMER, Betty Mae

  17-03-2020 16:00
  
  With heavy hearts, we announce that our dear Betty passed away at home on Friday, March 13, 2020 at the age of 68 years. Loving mother of Christopher Palmer (Dahila). Predeceased by her parents Peter and Elizabeth Smith. Dear sister of Bernie Winter (late Pete), Bunny Smith, Shauna Pigeon, John Karalash (Verna) and Al Smith […]
  
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• COVID-19 Update on St. Vincent Place Services

  17-03-2020 15:51
  
  SAULT STE. MARIE – Based on recommendations from Algoma Public Health, St. Vincent Place has decided to continue providing services in our Food Bank and Soup Kitchen in a modified format. Our Soup Kitchen will continue to serve Wednesday dinners from 5:00 to 6:00 pm and Saturday lunches from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm, but […]
  
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• Sault Conservation Authority Responds to Novel Coronavirus – Closes Office

  17-03-2020 15:39
  
  As a result of Premier Doug Ford’s announcement this morning and to be proactive in response to COVID-19, after careful consideration, the Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority (SSMRCA) beginning today, March 17, 2020 our Office is closed to the general public until further notice. While the virus is not currently circulating locally, the situation […]
  
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• Children’s Aid Society Issue Statement on COVID-19

  17-03-2020 15:32
  
  The Children’s Aid Society of Algoma would like to make the public aware of the following. The health and well-being of children, families, our community, staff, caregivers and partners are our primary concern. With the current outbreak of COVID-19, we continue to follow recommendations from public health officials, which include physical infection prevention through social […]
  
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• Letter: The Do’s and Don’t of Coronavirus

  17-03-2020 15:17
  
  Submitted by Peter Chow 1. Take it easy. The worst part of all this is the fear. More people die from the flu, car accidents, or guns. As of Friday, March 13th, 49 Americans had died from Covid-19, compared to 1177 every week from the flu, 746 from car crashes, and 294 from gunshots. 2. […]
  
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• S&P/TSX composite edges lower, while U.S. markets gain ground; Loonie down

  17-03-2020 14:56
  
  TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index edged lower in early trading today after plunging more than 1,300 points on Monday. The S&P/TSX composite index was down 6.50 points at 12,353.90. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was up 12.53 points at 20,201.05. The S&P 500 index was up 18.13 points at 2,404.26, while […]
  
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• Science Fair Cancelled

  17-03-2020 14:37
  
  It is with much thought and consideration that the Rotary Club of Sault Ste. Marie has decided to cancel the 33rd Rotary Science Fair Algoma presented by Tenaris, originally scheduled for April 2nd to 4th, 2020, due to the current situation surrounding COVID-19. “This is a rapidly evolving situation which makes it unpredictable to plan […]
  
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• Ont. and Que. cannabis distributors see sales spike amid COVID-19

  17-03-2020 14:00
  
  TORONTO — Some provincial cannabis distributors are seeing Canadians stock up on pot products amid an outbreak of the novel coronavirus. Ontario Cannabis Store spokesperson Daffyd Roderick says the retailer received almost 3,000 orders on Saturday, an 80-per-cent increase over an average Saturday. Roderick says the last three days have brought an increase in the […]
  
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• Accept anxiety, take care of self: CMHA

  17-03-2020 14:00 via saultstar.com
  
  Canadian Mental Health Association offers tips to anyone with heightened anxiety and depression concerns during the COVID-19 crisis.Read More
  
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• Letter: C-19 of 20-20 ; What Is Really Behind This

  17-03-2020 13:57
  
  During the following, the world didn’t all of a sudden quarantine itself and shut every institution; Sars, Swine Flu, Mad Cow disease, Ebola, Aids, Mers, Avian etc. No, they just used common sense and life went on. Many, many well-respected doctors from around the world are also saying this is overkill, so there is something […]
  
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• Brotherhood is now streaming

  17-03-2020 13:57 via saultstar.com
  
  A feature film shot in Michipicoten First Nation is now available on numerous streaming services.Read More
  
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• Small businesses already seeing drop in sales due to COVID-19: CFIB survey

  17-03-2020 13:53
  
  TORONTO — A new survey suggests half of Canada’s small businesses have already seen a drop in sales due to the economic effects of COVID-19. The survey conducted by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business also says four in 10 of those affected businesses are also reporting a drop of more than 25 per cent. […]
  
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• Ontario declares state of emergency

  17-03-2020 13:40
  
  TORONTO — Ontario Premier Doug Ford is declaring a state of emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. He says this is an unprecedented time in our history and this decision was not made lightly. Ford says the order bans public events of over 50 people, including parades, events and services within places of worship […]
  
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• Millroy: The State of Roadways In This City

  17-03-2020 13:18
  
  Considering the state of the roadways in this city, in most cases that being really bad, I think most of us who spend time on them would like council to put as much money into their repair as possible. Yet at its meeting on Feb. 24, council voted to remove $250,000 from the resurfacing allocation […]
  
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• Not much change in Sault Ste. Marie International Bridge operations despite coronavirus - UpNorthLive.com

  17-03-2020 08:00
  Not much change in Sault Ste. Marie International Bridge operations despite coronavirus  UpNorthLive.com
  
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• Cloverland’s candidates for upcoming election - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  17-03-2020 08:00
  Cloverland’s candidates for upcoming election  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Civic Centre west entrance closed; Biggings now one-way

  17-03-2020 05:51 via saultthisweek.com
  
  The west accessible entrance to the Civic Centre will remain closed until June 30, to accommodate exterior construction scheduled to move overhead in the area.
  The four-month closure began this week, on Monday, March 16.
  Persons with accessibility requirements should use the ramp at the main entrance, says a city media release. Further assistance upon entering the building can be provided by contacting city reception at 705-759-2500.
  Those needing other accommodation should directly contact the
  
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• You can sow now for spring planting

  17-03-2020 05:38 via saultthisweek.com
  
  Although the first official day of spring is March 19, it’s still wintery weather in Algoma. For gardeners wanting to get a jump-start on the growing season, starting seeds indoors is the task you can focus on.
  I often get asked what plants can be started indoor early. That information should be on the back of your seed package or on the website of the company you bought the seeds from. The short answer is that any plant that has a long season of growth and tolerates transplanting well, ca
  
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• The scarcity of toilet paper and personal responsibility

  17-03-2020 05:35 via saultthisweek.com
  
  I’m sure I’m not the only one who’s been feeling absolutely surrounded by coronavirus-this and COVID-19-that. At this point it’s frankly been hard to think about nearly anything else. So – surprise surprise – I’ve decided to share a couple thoughts on it this week – literally a couple. I have just two things that I want to say.
  First, to all those who chose to hoard toilet paper, I say… Seriously? For real, of all things you chose to buy pac
  
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• Bay Street gobbles up more money

  17-03-2020 05:33 via saultthisweek.com
  
  Considering the state of the roadways in this city, in most cases that being really bad, I think most of us who spend time on them would like council to put as much money into their repair as possible.
  Yet at its meeting on Feb. 24, council voted to remove $250,000 from the resurfacing allocation of the approved 2020 Miscellaneous Construction Budget.
  The reason: According to Carl Rumiel, manager Design and Transportation Engineering, the money was needed to increase the fee limit of Kresin Engi
  
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• ‘Zero Waste Cafes’ to spread the word

  17-03-2020 05:27 via saultthisweek.com
  
  As people worldwide become more concerned about climate change and conscious of the impact their choices will make on the environment, a local group working toward living a “zero waste” lifestyle, helps others make the move as well.
  Loni Pierce, part of a trio that runs the “Zero Waste Sault Ste. Marie” Facebook page, is scheduling a series of “Zero Waste Cafes,” opportunities for open discussion about all things related to zero waste.
  “This means you ca
  
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• Fathers’ group seeks change in family law

  17-03-2020 05:24 via saultthisweek.com
  
  A group of local fathers are pushing to see the family law system reformed to make it easier for fathers to gain equal custody of their children.
  Beau Arefi is at the helm of the movement in Sault Ste. Marie after going through more than a year of fighting in the courts to gain custody and 50-per-cent access to his children.
  Arefi is organizing a rally on Friday, April 24 at the Sault Courthouse to align with others going on across the country as part of the Family Law Reform Movement. Other cit
  
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• City, Social Services, police service, library and others react to COVID-19 threat

  17-03-2020 05:16 via saultthisweek.com
  
  EDITOR’S NOTE:
  This item updates information on COVID-19 carried in the upcoming, March 19, hard-copy edition of Sault This Week. Read More
  
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• Olives pack a nutritional punch - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  17-03-2020 05:15
  Olives pack a nutritional punch  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Gas prices continue to fall - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  17-03-2020 05:03
  Gas prices continue to fall  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Cineplex to close theatres nationwide in response to COVID-19

  17-03-2020 02:37
  
  TORONTO — Canada’s largest movie exhibitor Cineplex Inc. says it’s closing all of its 165 theatres nationwide until at least April 2 in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. The chain also plans to temporarily shutter entertainment complexes the Rec Room and Playdium effective tonight. Chief executive officer Ellis Jacob says Cineplex leadership has closely monitored the […]
  
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• Census explains how to count college students - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  17-03-2020 01:47
  Census explains how to count college students  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Wawa takes precautions to protect limited hospital resources

  17-03-2020 00:48 via saultstar.com
  
  Wawa residents can expect closures, visitor restrictions and a multitude of cancellations over the next few weeks. Read More
  
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• Check here for recent closures due to COVID-19 (Updated 7:30 p.m. Wednesday)

  17-03-2020 00:19 via saultstar.com
  
  More closures and schedule changes are occurring in an attempt to reduce any possible spread of the COVID-19 virus. Read More
  
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