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• UPDATED: Flood Watch for Sault Ste. Marie and Goulais River - SaultOnline.com

  09-04-2020 23:46
  
  UPDATED: Flood Watch for Sault Ste. Marie and Goulais River  SaultOnline.com
  
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• UPDATED: Flood Watch for Sault Ste. Marie and Goulais River

  09-04-2020 23:46
  
  The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry – Sault Ste. Marie District is advising area residents that a Flood Watch remains in effect for the District. Residents of the Sault Ste. Marie District should continue to keep a close watch on water conditions, regularly check for updated messages and stay away from fast-moving rivers and […]
  
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• Tenth confirmed case of COVID-19 reported by Algoma Public Health

  09-04-2020 23:32
  
  The Algoma Public Health is reporting a new confirmed case in the Algoma District. A male in his 60s has was tested on April 3rd which came back positive for the virus. Although information is vague, it is reported that he became infected due to close contact from international travel and is currently self-isolating. The […]
  
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• Robbers escape by air after stealing gold bars from Canadian mine in Mexico

  09-04-2020 22:51
  
  TORONTO — Canadian mining firm Alamos Gold Inc. reports that a group of armed robbers intercepted gold dore bars on the runway at its Mulatos mine site in Mexico, then staged a dramatic escape in a separate light aircraft. In a statement in Spanish, Alamos’s Mexican subsidiary Minas de Oro Nacional says five heavily armed […]
  
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• Climate, clean tech could take centre stage in federal economic recovery plans

  09-04-2020 22:07
  
  OTTAWA — The federal government is quietly looking at longer-term recovery plans from the COVID-19 crisis even as its focus remains squarely on getting more than $100 billion in emergency economic aid out the door. The plan, while still in its infancy, is picking up in part from where the government’s economic strategy was headed before […]
  
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• Saudi Arabian-Canadian arms deal improved, more transparent: federal government

  09-04-2020 21:44
  
  OTTAWA — The federal government says it has improved a controversial contract to sell light-armoured vehicles to Saudi Arabia by making its details more transparent to the Canadian public. The Liberal government has been under pressure since winning power in 2015 to cancel the $14-billion contract between Saudi Arabia and Ontario-based General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada because of concerns over Saudi […]
  
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• MARTIN, Robert Roy

  09-04-2020 21:43
  
  Unexpectedly but peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 8, 2020 in his 80th year. Beloved husband of the late Joan Catherine (nee Barker) for 50 years. Loving father of Chris (Natalee) and predeceased by baby Karen and Catherine Meincke (Ken). Proud grandfather “Pa” of Chase. Son of the late Roy and late Margaret Martin. Son-in-law […]
  
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• Finance minister calls for auto insurance breaks during COVID-19 pandemic

  09-04-2020 21:35
  
  TORONTO — Ontario Finance Minister Rod Phillips says he wants to see insurance companies giving drivers breaks on their premiums that reflect the “devastating impact” of the COVID-19 pandemic. He says he met last week with the CEOs of the major insurance companies and told them their actions need to reflect these unprecedented times. Some […]
  
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• Fire started, man charged

  09-04-2020 21:11 via saultstar.com
  
  A man was allegedly seen standing near a small fire in his east-end residence with a lighter in his hand last Tuesday night.Read More
  
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• Fire department charges burn ban violators

  09-04-2020 20:52 via saultstar.com
  
  More than 10 Sault Ste. Marie residents have been charged for violating an open-air burning ban.Read More
  
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• Hello Cannabis Hello Curbside

  09-04-2020 20:38
  
  Within two days, cannabis doors across the nation were deemed non-essential and just after that announcement lottery winners and cannabis retailers pushed for curbside and online ordering options. In an exclusive interview with Stephen Verbeek, CEO and president of Hello Cannabis, he explains what it’s been like to be on the other side of the […]
  
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• Foul play can't be tied to motel fire: POLICE

  09-04-2020 20:25 via saultstar.com
  
  No foul play can be linked to a fire at a motel on Trunk Road on Wednesday.Read More
  
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• Special Report – PM Edition April 9th

  09-04-2020 20:13
  
  Join Colette Linden, Dani Dupuis, and Chris Oldcorn for this afternoon’s Special Report with the COVID-19 updates and other community news.  Follow Chris on Twitter and Instagram Follow Dani on Twitter and Instagram Follow Colette on Twitter and Instagram Stay tuned for more news from Sault Online and ONNtv
  
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• GFL to be used as alternate hospital site – if needed

  09-04-2020 19:53 via saultstar.com
  
  The GFL Memorial Gardens will be used as an alternate hospital site if needed during the COVID-19 pandemic.Read More
  
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• Salvation Army’s Ongoing Community Support

  09-04-2020 19:52
  
  According to Statistics Canada, more than one million job losses occurred in the month of March. As Covid-19 continues to sweep the nation, many residents are concerned with income and how to provide for their families. Food banks across the province have seen a steep drop, and the number of clients has increased. The Salvation […]
  
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• Sault Ste. Marie to open child care for health care and essential service workers - SaultOnline.com

  09-04-2020 19:45
  
  Sault Ste. Marie to open child care for health care and essential service workers  SaultOnline.com
  
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• Sault Ste. Marie to open child care for health care and essential service workers

  09-04-2020 19:45
  
  The District of Sault Ste. Marie Social Services Administration Board (DSSMSSAB) has received approval from the Province of Ontario to open the first centre in our community to provide licensed emergency child care for children of health care providers and other essential service workers. This centre will be operated by the YMCA at their McNabb […]
  
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• Arthur Funeral Home Services Continue

  09-04-2020 19:31
  
  Today the question that many ask, what is essential and what isn’t? One thing we do know for sure is mortuary services are essential, and there is an entirely different way of performing services such as funerals—Arthur Funeral Home – Barton & Kiteley Chapel, in Sault Ste. Marie has completely changed the way services are […]
  
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• Ontario Starts Planning for Economic Recovery

  09-04-2020 19:29
  
  TORONTO — The Ontario government has launched a new Ontario Jobs and Recovery Committee which will focus on getting businesses up and running and people back to work after the COVID-19 pandemic is over. While the government’s primary focus is on combatting the virus, supporting frontline health care workers and providing immediate relief to people […]
  
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• Open Air Burning Ban Results In a Charges

  09-04-2020 19:25
  
  Sault Ste. Marie Fire Services imposed a community wide open-air burning ban effective noon, March 23, 2020, with a reminder to the public on April 2.  Since this time, Fire Services has proceeded with charges on over 10 city residents for having open-air burning fires within the community. As the open-air burning ban will continue […]
  
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• Canadian government must tighten up self-isolation measures

  09-04-2020 19:21 via saultstar.com
  
  Jo Anne Conway and her daughter Connie Stephenson have arrived home safely from Peru and are currently in self-isolation. Read More
  
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• 5 fun things to do inside - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  09-04-2020 19:18
  5 fun things to do inside  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Federal funding approved for Family Medical Center - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  09-04-2020 19:10
  Federal funding approved for Family Medical Center  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Charles Milliken: Many questions that surround the virus - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  09-04-2020 19:10
  Charles Milliken: Many questions that surround the virus  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• 'Good thing we get along:' Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. couple home after 20 days isolated at sea - CTV News

  09-04-2020 19:08
  
  'Good thing we get along:' Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. couple home after 20 days isolated at sea  CTV News
  
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• Nearly 385,000 additional unemployment claims filed in Michigan - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  09-04-2020 19:03
  Nearly 385,000 additional unemployment claims filed in Michigan - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• CBC launches $2 million fund to support Canadian creators during COVID-19

  09-04-2020 18:13
  
  TORONTO — CBC is launching a $2 million fund to support Canadian creators during the COVID-19 pandemic. The public broadcaster says the fund will provide “immediate” financing for the development and production of original Canadian stories in several formats. Eligible projects include scripted comedies and dramas, unscripted entertainment, children’s programming, podcasts, play adaptations and short documentaries. […]
  
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• Statement from Ross Romano on the Provincial Student Committee and COVID-19

  09-04-2020 18:08
  
  Sault Ste. Marie MPP, Ross Romano released the following statement Friday: For decades, we have all fought to keep our youth from leaving Sault Ste. Marie. As a father with three young children of my own, this is especially important to me. Last year, I created the first ever Provincial Student Committee and Job Fair, […]
  
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• SAH Secures Alternate Hospital Site

  09-04-2020 18:02
  
  Sault Area Hospital (SAH), working collaboratively with the City of Sault Ste. Marie as part of SAH’s surge planning, has secured the GFL Memorial Gardens as an alternate hospital site to support our community’s ability to respond to COVID-19. SAH has a four stage capacity surge plan for the COVID-19 pandemic. This work includes extensive […]
  
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• Art and commerce meet in Arkansas - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  09-04-2020 17:47
  Art and commerce meet in Arkansas  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Lake Erie levels continue to hit record highs - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  09-04-2020 17:41
  Lake Erie levels continue to hit record highs  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Ask Pastor Adrienne column: Jesus volunteered - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  09-04-2020 17:32
  Ask Pastor Adrienne column: Jesus volunteered  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Algoma U delays convocation

  09-04-2020 17:32 via saultstar.com
  
  Algoma University is postponing its spring convocation.Read More
  
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• Test Drive column: All-new 2020 Chevrolet Blazer - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  09-04-2020 17:27
  Test Drive column: All-new 2020 Chevrolet Blazer  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• BUONOMO, Nicola

  09-04-2020 17:04
  
  It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Nicola with his loving wife Grace (Candy) by his side on Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at the age of 61. Father of Corrie (Brandi), Micky (Melanie), Ami-Lee (Ted), Amanda (Jeffery) and Tiffany (Jeff). Grandfather of Jaiden, Karlee, Tristan, Cloe, Camryn, Connor, Leah, Ted Jr., […]
  
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• DeWitt column: The burden of ‘Ma’am’ - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  09-04-2020 16:49
  DeWitt column: The burden of ‘Ma’am’  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Standring column: Overcoming busyness, guilt and helplessness - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  09-04-2020 16:38
  Standring column: Overcoming busyness, guilt and helplessness  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• COVID-19: A Northern Helping Hand

  09-04-2020 16:36
  
  Across the globe social networks have rallied together to overcome the grievances caused by COVID-19. This briefing note outlines some of the initiatives Northern Ontario communities and individuals have done to offer help during this pandemic. In times of trouble, each other is what we rely on. Here are some organizations that have done tremendous […]
  
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• Ontario chief medical officer issues new COVID-19 testing guidelines

  09-04-2020 16:29
  
  TORONTO — Ontario’s chief medical officer of health says in a new memo that all health-care workers and first responders should be tested for COVID-19 as soon as they develop any symptoms, even atypical ones. Dr. David Williams also says that anyone newly admitted to a long-term care home should be tested, as well as […]
  
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• Special Report – AM Edition April 9th

  09-04-2020 16:12
  
  Check out the latest on this morning’s Special Report. Colette Linden is one happy morning person, Christopher Oldcorn updates us on the latest COVID-19 news, and on this edition Dani Dupuis passionately expresses her concerns on sidewalk etiquette. Follow Chris on Twitter and Instagram Follow Dani on Twitter and Instagram Follow Colette on Twitter and Instagram Stay […]
  
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• Safe, healthy fruits and vegetables during coronavirus - Lifestyle - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  09-04-2020 16:02
  Safe, healthy fruits and vegetables during coronavirus - Lifestyle  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• LSSU student recognized

  09-04-2020 16:00 via saultstar.com
  
  Research done by a Lake Superior State University student is being recognized by a professional organization of scholars.Read More
  
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• Rally for North American stocks continues for another day, loonie up

  09-04-2020 15:44
  
  TORONTO — The rally in North American stock markets continued for another day as Canada’s main stock index started the trading day higher, while U.S. markets also gained ground. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 269.90 points at 14,195.61. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was up 304.63 points at 23,738.20. The S&P […]
  
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• Lake Superior State University Psychology Student Awarded Kapp Award

  09-04-2020 15:35
  
  Lake Superior State University student, Kyle Silvas was awarded the Kapp Award from the Michigan Academy of Science, Arts, and Letters (MASAL). Silvas, who is a Psychology student with a minor in Counseling at LSSU was awarded the Kapp Award that recognizes outstanding undergraduate research through his research on Exploring the Impact of Diet on […]
  
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• Controls can keep Canadian COVID-19 deaths under 22,000, health agency says

  09-04-2020 15:34
  
  OTTAWA — With strong control measures, the federal public health agency projects that 11,000 to 22,000 Canadians could die of COVID-19 in the coming months. The Public Health Agency of Canada says short-term estimates are more reliable, and it anticipates 500 to 700 deaths by the end of next week. The agency released modelling data […]
  
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• Whitmer signs order ensuring flow of supplies - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  09-04-2020 15:14
  Whitmer signs order ensuring flow of supplies  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• `Thank you from assisted living facility - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  09-04-2020 15:14
  `Thank you from assisted living facility  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Tecumseh Pops will return - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  09-04-2020 15:14
  Tecumseh Pops will return  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Letter to editor: Whos really the dictator? - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  09-04-2020 15:14
  Letter to editor: Whos really the dictator?  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Letter: Front line workers are at risk - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  09-04-2020 15:14
  Letter: Front line workers are at risk  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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