Sault Ste. Marie news

• Council holds first teleconference meeting under new legislation

  23-03-2020 23:55 via saultstar.com
  
  The City of Sault Ste. Marie held its first council meting by teleconference Monday night as its response to the COVID-19 virus.Read More
  
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• Downtown Plaza Project Acquisition

  23-03-2020 23:27
  
  At the City Council meeting, the Mayor and Councillors voted to purchase 73 Brock Street, which is the Union Cab building behind Tim Horton’s. Purchasing 73 Brock Street is part of the City’s Corporate Strategic Plan of creating a “Vibrant Downtown Area” and to “Promote and Support Arts and Culture.” The City wants to “develop […]
  
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• SAH requests community gets crafty

  23-03-2020 23:01 via saultstar.com
  
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• Safety and Security Tips to Prevent Property Crime

  23-03-2020 21:51
  
  We recommend everyone in Sault Ste. Marie and Prince Township to take a proactive approach to keeping their home and property safe. If you utilize some simple Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) techniques you can greatly reduce the risk of becoming a victim of property theft or a break in. Lightbulb-on Maintain clear line […]
  
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• WATTS, John Lloyd “John’s Heating”

  23-03-2020 21:47
  
  Peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on Sunday, March 22, 2020 at the age of 74. Beloved husband of Laurette (nee Aucoin) for 53 years. Loving father of Kevin Lloyd Watts (Deanne) and the late Patricia Marie Watts. Predeceased by his parents Cecil Watts and Patricia Kutt. Dear brother of Bernie Watts (Marilyn), […]
  
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• BUMBACCO, Brian Patrick

  23-03-2020 21:45
  
  With broken hearts we announce the passing of Brian at the age of 42. Husband and best friend of Emmaly and loving and devoted father of Max, Jack, and Zoe Bumbacco. Much loved son of Ed and Barb Bumbacco and adored son-in-law of Salvatore and Caterina Rosso. Loved brother of Chris (Lorna) and Paul (Joanna) […]
  
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• ‘We’re sure that our circumstances are not the norm’

  23-03-2020 21:38 via saultstar.com
  
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• New Funding Will Support Municipalities, Food Banks, Homeless Shelters and Individuals

  23-03-2020 21:21
  
  TORONTO — The Ontario government is providing $200 million in social services relief funding to help protect the health and safety of the province’s most vulnerable people in response to the outbreak of COVID-19.The province will be providing municipalities and organizations that administer social services with funding to support them in their response to COVID-19. […]
  
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• Crime Stoppers: Break Enter and Theft on Echo Lake Road

  23-03-2020 20:46
  
  Crime Stoppers and the Sault Ste. Marie Ontario Provincial Police is requesting your assistance in identifying suspects involved in an incident of Break Enter and Theft. On February 25, 2020, between the hours of 6:00 pm and 7:00 pm, unknown suspects attended a residence on Echo Lake Road, Macdonald Township, Ontario. The Suspects gained entry […]
  
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• March is Distracted Driving Awareness Month

  23-03-2020 20:43
  
  March is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service urges community members to please put down their mobile devices while driving. Provincial statistics show a driver using a phone is four times more likely to crash than a driver focusing on the road. The Ontario Provincial Police’s 2017 annual report shows […]
  
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• COVID 19 mothballs music festival

  23-03-2020 20:43 via saultstar.com
  
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• Canada’s Plan to Mobilize Science to fight COVID-19

  23-03-2020 20:43
  
  The Government of Canada is supporting our country’s researchers as they do critical work to protect the health and safety of all Canadians, and people around the world, during the COVID-19 outbreak. The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced support to quickly mobilize Canadian researchers and life sciences companies to support large-scale efforts towards countermeasures […]
  
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• Northern Credit Union is committed to supporting members and staff

  23-03-2020 20:36
  
  Northern Credit Union (Northern) is committed to supporting members and staff through the Coronavirus Pandemic. Northern Credit Union understands that these are unprecedented times and members and the public have many questions and concerns. Like you, Northern has never faced a situation like this. Northern is committed to making a difference for our members and […]
  
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• MARCONI, Lawrence (Larry)

  23-03-2020 19:42
  
  Peacefully passed away at home with his wife at his side on Sunday, March 22, 2020 at the age of 83. Beloved husband of Mary. Stepfather of the late Michael Briere, Donna Rowswell (late John), late Brenda Jaeger, Gerry Cameron (Doug), Lillian Briere, Kim Robinson (Pete) and Bobby Briere (Patty). Cherished grandfather and great grandfather […]
  
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• Reduced loading on City streets begins this week

  23-03-2020 19:37
  
  The City of Sault Ste. Marie advises truck owners/operators that reduced load restrictions (5 tonnes per axle) will be in effect on city streets commencing 12:01 a.m., Monday, March 23, 2020. Streets exempted from these regulations are listed online at saultstemarie.ca/bylaws under Traffic By-law 77-200 Schedule ‘N’ – Section 41. For additional information, contact Public […]
  
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• Ontario is CLOSED!

  23-03-2020 19:33
  
  Doug Ford and the Ontario government are closing Ontario effective 11:59 pm on Tuesday.  Essential services and businesses will stay open. The Ontario government will announce on Tuesday the full list of businesses and organizations required to close.   Snowbirds, families, and spring break vacationers are returning home to Canada. They must ALL self-isolate for 14 […]
  
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• Destination Northern Ontario Braces for Impact of COVID-19 on Northern Tourism Industry

  23-03-2020 19:32
  
  As the number of new cases for the Novel Coronavirus mount in Canada, Ontario and regionally, Destination Northern Ontario (DNO) and its industry partners are bracing for the impact of the virus on the tourism economy in the north. Destination Northern Ontario has been responding to the pandemic since March 11th, 2020 when the organization, […]
  
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• Male Charged with Unlawfully in a Dwelling

  23-03-2020 18:58
  
  On March 21, 2020 officers with Patrol Services arrested 44-year-old Michael Paquin for being unlawfully in a dwelling. At 3:13 p.m. officers responded to a call for service in the 100 block of Andrew Street. Upon arrival police found the owner of the residence detaining the accused, alleging he broke into the residence. A window […]
  
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• Caution on chloroquine as Canada joins global drug-testing effort: Tam

  23-03-2020 18:53
  
  OTTAWA — Canada’s top public health official is warning against the use of untested drugs to treat COVID-19 amid buzz around the potential effectiveness of an anti-malaria medication. President Donald Trump caused a stir last weekend when he touted chloroquine as a possible treatment for virus victims, and even decreed it has been approved by the […]
  
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• Support for patients, front-line workers and equipment at Sault Area Hospital

  23-03-2020 18:21
  
  Sault Area Hospital Foundation creates conduit for community donations to an emergency fund Patients admitted to hospital can now stay better connected to their loved ones outside, thanks to support from HealthHub and Sault Area Hospital Foundation. Starting March 21, all admitted patients have been given free access to their personal bedside screens – which […]
  
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• Key Messages during COVID-19 Pandemic

  23-03-2020 18:21
  
  Children’s Aid Society of Algoma Issued The Following Statement: Every day we are focused on the safety, protection and well-being of children and youth, and strengthening families in Algoma. During the COVID-19 pandemic, our commitment to serving you is unwavering. We remain inclusive and during this pandemic, we are committed to working with openness and […]
  
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• Monroe Public Schools changes meal delivery schedule - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-03-2020 18:15
  Monroe Public Schools changes meal delivery schedule  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Living Sustainably: Book project empowers, uplifts children - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-03-2020 18:15
  Living Sustainably: Book project empowers, uplifts children  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Carlsons Schreiber leaves Tiger spring training early - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-03-2020 18:15
  Carlsons Schreiber leaves Tiger spring training early  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• HORNBY, The Reverend Canon Muriel

  23-03-2020 18:02
  
  May 19, 1922 to March 20, 2020 ~ Passed away peacefully at the North Shore Health Network-Thessalon in her 98th year. Predeceased by her husband The Reverend Norman Hornby and her sons David (the late Maureen), Patrick (Flora) and Christopher (Peggy). Will be missed by her children Margaret MacKay (Mel), Frances Levesque and Richard (Denise). […]
  
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• Don’t take Aspirin to prevent first stroke, heart disease: new guidelines

  23-03-2020 17:52
  
  OTTAWA — A new guideline from Heart and Stroke Foundation says a daily dose of Aspirin could do more harm than good for those at low risk of stroke or heart disease. The recommendations published Monday in the Canadian Medical Association Journal say acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) should not be taken as a preventive measure for those who do not have a history of stroke, heart […]
  
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• Trudeau points to bailout for help for renters facing financial crunch

  23-03-2020 17:41
  
  OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is pointing to tomorrow’s legislative bailout package as a way to help renters affected by COVID-19. The Liberals are asking the opposition parties and Senate to rapidly approve a $27-billion spending package, with a further $55 billion in tax breaks and available credit. Speaking outside his Ottawa residence, Trudeau […]
  
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• Compass Imaging helping local businesses

  23-03-2020 17:41
  
  Compass Imaging is helping local businesses by offering free signs to help let customers know they are trying to stay open!
  
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• Small Business Support Information thru COVID-19

  23-03-2020 17:29
  
  Helping Businesses Keep their Workers To support businesses that are facing revenue losses and to help prevent lay-offs, the government is proposing to provide eligible small employers a temporary wage subsidy for a period of three months. The subsidy will be equal to 10% of remuneration paid during that period, up to a maximum subsidy […]
  
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• Small Business Support Information Through COVID-19

  23-03-2020 17:29
  
  Helping Businesses Keep their Workers To support businesses that are facing revenue losses and to help prevent lay-offs, the government is proposing to provide eligible small employers a temporary wage subsidy for a period of three months. The subsidy will be equal to 10% of remuneration paid during that period, up to a maximum subsidy […]
  
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• Family Disturbance In Goulais Two People Charged

  23-03-2020 17:24
  
  (GOULAIS RIVER, ON) – On March 22, 2020 at approximately 8:30 p.m. members from the Sault Ste. Marie Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Sault Ste. Marie Ambulance were dispatched to a family disturbance on Mission Road, Goulais River, Ontario. Officers attended the scene and located one person with minor injuries. The person […]
  
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• Military says No link between military vehicle movement and COVID crisis: Armed Forces

  23-03-2020 17:20
  
  OTTAWA — The Canadian Armed Forces says there is no link between the movement of dozens of military trucks and armoured vehicles over the weekend and COVID-19. Video of the military vehicles being transported by rail circulated on social media over the weekend, sparking a number of calls to the Department of National Defence over […]
  
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• Hop along with Sault Ste. Marie Easter Egg Hunt - SaultOnline.com

  23-03-2020 17:16
  
  Hop along with Sault Ste. Marie Easter Egg Hunt  SaultOnline.com
  
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• Hop along with Sault Ste. Marie Easter Egg Hunt

  23-03-2020 17:16
  
  In light of recent social distancing, Saultites have taken it upon themselves to create a wholesome community event, a city-wide Easter Egg Hunt. Sarah Skagen, the creator of the Facebook group, put it into mention thinking she can get 30 to 40 friends involved, but she never thought it would turn into something this big.  […]
  
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• NARDUCCI, Maria (née Piucci)

  23-03-2020 17:15
  
  ~September 29, 1937 – March 17, 2020~ The greatest gift we ever received in our lives came from God – our Mother. With great sorrow and grief, we deeply regret making the announcement that on March 17, mamma entered heaven’s gate and joined our father, Stefano. A family service was held at the Arthur Funeral […]
  
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• An open letter to Sault Ste. Marie From Mayor Provenzano - SaultOnline.com

  23-03-2020 17:13
  
  An open letter to Sault Ste. Marie From Mayor Provenzano  SaultOnline.com
  
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• An open letter to Sault Ste. Marie From Mayor Provenzano

  23-03-2020 17:13
  
  The City has been working with and supporting Algoma Public Health from the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic. I want to recognize the entire team at Algoma Public Health for their professionalism, leadership and dedication. I also want to recognize the team at the Sault Area Hospital which is providing critical care to our community […]
  
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• Announcement regarding upcoming performances

  23-03-2020 17:12
  
  Nothing is more important than the well being of our patrons and symphony members. That is why, after careful consideration, we have decided to re-schedule our upcoming concerts with Pierre Schryer and his band. The concert scheduled for Saturday, April 18th will now take place on Saturday, September 12th, 2020, at the Sault Community Theatre […]
  
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• Fire Services Responds To Kitchen Fire

  23-03-2020 17:08
  
  On Monday, March 23rd, 2020, Sault Ste. Marie Fire Service crews were called to a reported residential fire in the east-end of the city. Shortly before 2:00 a.m., fire crews responded to a fire in a single family dwelling in the 0-100 block of McCrea Street. Crews were able to contain and extinguish the fire. […]
  
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• Helping Businesses Keep their Workers

  23-03-2020 17:04
  
  To support businesses that are facing revenue losses and to help prevent lay-offs, the government is proposing to provide eligible small employers a temporary wage subsidy for a period of three months. The subsidy will be equal to 10% of remuneration paid during that period, up to a maximum subsidy of $1,375 per employee and […]
  
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• Landgren cartoon: Senior shopping hours - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-03-2020 17:00
  Landgren cartoon: Senior shopping hours  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Test Drive: 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-03-2020 16:59
  Test Drive: 2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Granlund cartoon: Hospital mask replacement - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-03-2020 16:59
  Granlund cartoon: Hospital mask replacement  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• LAURICELLA, Teresa

  23-03-2020 16:44
  
  It is with great sadness and sorrow to announce the passing of the lovely Teresa Lauricella (Naro) on Friday March 20, 2020. Born January 13, 1933 in San Cataldo, Sicily, daughter of Salvatore and Carmella Naro; Sister of Sarina, late Guiseppe, late Maria, late Rosa, Enrica, Arturo all of Sicily, and Rosario (Anna) of Toronto. […]
  
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• Firer ban issued

  23-03-2020 16:30 via saultstar.com
  
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• Fire ban issued

  23-03-2020 16:30 via saultstar.com
  
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• Fire causes extensive damage, no injuries

  23-03-2020 16:25 via saultstar.com
  
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• YMCA, River Raisin Crossfit offer online fitness classes - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-03-2020 15:09
  YMCA, River Raisin Crossfit offer online fitness classes  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Video news report: Coronavirus updates - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-03-2020 15:09
  Video news report: Coronavirus updates  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• State of Ohio issues stay at home order - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-03-2020 15:09
  State of Ohio issues stay at home order  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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