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• Finn Hill parking lot temporary closure

  17-04-2020 23:13
  
  Due to the construction on Black Road, the Finn Hill parking lot is temporarily closed. Motorists, pedestrians and cyclists are urged to be cautious and obey all signage in the area during this time. The City of Sault Ste. Marie thanks its citizens for their patience and understanding during this temporary closure period.
  
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• Soo Sings for Kids Cancelled

  17-04-2020 23:11
  
  Due to the ongoing state of emergency as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Soo Sings for Kids Executive Committee has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 show. This decision was not made lightly, but in the spirit of keeping our community safe, we feel this is the best decision. We want […]
  
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• TVO ILC Open House added to Learn at Home Program

  17-04-2020 23:04
  
  Open House offers free 24/7 access to all TVO ILC grade 9 to 12 courses Toronto, April 17, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TVO ILC Open House has now been added to the Ontario Ministry of Education’s Learn at Home program. The Open House enables students to keep up with their studies and deepen their understanding […]
  
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• Soo Sings for Kids scrubbed

  17-04-2020 23:03 via saultstar.com
  
  This year’s Soo Sings for Kids is cancelled due to COVID-19.Read More
  
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• COCCIMIGLIO, Ida

  17-04-2020 23:00
  
  Born January 5, 1946 in Aiello Calabro, Italy. It is with great sorrow and profound sadness that we announce the passing of a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend on Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at the Sault Area Hospital at the age of 74. Loving and caring wife of Antonio for 56 years. Beloved mother […]
  
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• Sault Police Service approach to gatherings and increase in break and enters

  17-04-2020 22:45
  
  What is the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act? The Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act replaced the Emergency Management Act of 2002 as a result of the poor response of both federal and provincial governments during the SARS outbreak between 2002 and 2004. One of the primary changes to the previous acts was the […]
  
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• National rental subsidy needed to avoid mass evictions: advocates

  17-04-2020 22:45
  
  OTTAWA — Housing advocates say the federal government should consider a benefit for renters to make sure COVID-19 doesn’t result in a wave of evictions that renders more people homeless. They told MPs on the House of Commons finance committee today that the $2,000-a-month emergency response benefit is not enough help for many who struggle […]
  
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• Home sales dive in April

  17-04-2020 22:38 via saultstar.com
  
  House sales in Sault Ste. Marie and area are down about 60 per cent in the first half of April as the COVID-19 pandemic keeps potential buyers out of the market for a new home.Read More
  
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• Two Montreal lawyers file application to trademark the term COVID-19

  17-04-2020 22:12
  
  Two Montreal lawyers have applied to trademark COVID-19, a filing that some experts said it is unlikely to succeed. Meriem Amir and Giovanni De Sua filed applications on March 25 to trademark the name of the disease caused by the new coronavirus as well as the term “COVID-19 prevention and care,” according to the trademark database of the Canadian Intellectual Property […]
  
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• MARIASZ, Jadwiga (Jadzia)

  17-04-2020 21:20
  
  It is with heavy hearts the family of Jadwiga announcess her passing; peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, on Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at the age of 93. At last, reunited with her soulmate and beloved husband Piotr. Daughter of the late Jan and Ewa Kancelarczyk. Sister of Sabina Szczuka and Czesia Miszkewicz […]
  
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• BENNETT, Michael Frederick William

  17-04-2020 21:20
  
  Passed away suddenly at home, age 72, on Wednesday April 15, 2020. Beloved husband of Celia Ross and dear father of Alasdair Bennett. Survived by his brother John (wife Barbara) and his sister Pat, his nieces Natalie (Masa), Nadine (Anselm), and his great-nephew and niece, Elijah and Adelle. Born in Montreal, the family moved to […]
  
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• ‘There is no evidence that we should feel reassured’

  17-04-2020 20:56 via saultstar.com
  
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• Low numbers in Algoma tested; social distancing continues to be vital

  17-04-2020 20:56 via saultstar.com
  
  A Sault Ste. Marie physician and clinical epidemiologist warns Algoma residents on social media that the low number of confirmed COVID-19 cases does not mean the virus hasn’t spread through the area.Read More
  
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• Divine Mercy Sunday moves outdoors

  17-04-2020 20:52 via saultstar.com
  
  COVID-19 is prompting the moving of the celebration of Divine Mercy Sunday to the parking lot of a Catholic church in Sault Ste. Marie.Read More
  
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• Canada-U.S. coordinating border services to ensure essential service sectors continue operations

  17-04-2020 20:43 via saultstar.com
  
  Canada and the United States are two very interconnected countries and despite the border shutdown, a coordinated effort is underway to ensure the two countries retain their essential service connections.Read More
  
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• Ontario Establishes Key Partnerships to Make Home Learning More Accessible

  17-04-2020 20:39
  
  iPad with Free Rogers Wireless Data Will Support Learning at Home TORONTO — The Ontario government has partnered with Rogers Communications and Apple to help meet the educational needs of students and families during the COVID-19 outbreak. iPad is being purchased and distributed by Ontario school boards, pre-equipped with free Rogers LTE wireless data. Apple […]
  
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• A look at Ontario’s long-term care homes and their residents amid COVID-19

  17-04-2020 20:24
  
  TORONTO — Ontario’s nursing homes have seen a rash of COVID-19 cases and deaths. A look at the province’s long-term care homes and their residents. All numbers are latest available as of 2 p.m. EDT on Friday, April 17: Facilities: Homes: 626 With outbreaks of COVID-19: At least 106 Deaths from COVID-19: At least 216 […]
  
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• Therapists offer mental health advice, online video sessions - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  17-04-2020 20:08
  Therapists offer mental health advice, online video sessions  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• COVID-19 drives increase in interest in supporting local and small businesses

  17-04-2020 20:03
  
  While COVID-19 continues to present significant challenges for business, the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce is encouraged by one trend that is starting to emerge. A swell of interest in supporting local and small businesses is continuing to become more and more evident. “While larger, corporate, national and international businesses tend to have significantly […]
  
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• Taking it in all stride

  17-04-2020 19:54 via saultstar.com
  
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• Stryders

  17-04-2020 19:52 via saultstar.com
  
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• Ontario Offers Emergency Child Care to More Frontline Staff

  17-04-2020 19:28
  
  Expansion Will Assist Essential Workers During the COVID-19 Outbreak TORONTO ― The Ontario government is expanding the list of essential workers eligible to receive emergency child care. This will help additional frontline staff during the COVID-19 outbreak. An emergency order was issued which will offer support to those providing a variety of critical services including […]
  
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• Crime Stoppers Trip of the Month Draws Postponed

  17-04-2020 18:33
  
  The Board of Directors for Crime Stoppers of Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma District are postponing the remaining draws for the 2019-2020 Trip of the Month (Licence # M829563). Crime Stoppers will give away the remaining 6 vacations and 12 cash prizes at a later date. They will be in touch with supporters once the […]
  
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• Trudeau commits $500 million to arts, culture and sports sectors affected by COVID-19

  17-04-2020 18:29
  
  OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the federal government will provide $500 million in support to the arts, culture and sports sectors through Heritage Canada. The move comes as part of broader efforts to support creative industries impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Trudeau says the government recognizes that many artists are facing financial difficulties. He added those […]
  
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• WALKER, Elizabeth Jean (Betty)

  17-04-2020 18:23
  
  It is with a heavy heart that we must annouce the passing of Elizabeth Jean Walker (Betty), who perished on the morning of April 14, 2020 at the age of 88. Betty was strong, confident and loyaly invested in family. Betty was Canada’s first female landfill manager. She was resourceful, independent and an exploratory gardener. […]
  
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• Progress at Soo Locks continuing - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  17-04-2020 17:37
  Progress at Soo Locks continuing  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Laker golfer Simoneau earns All-GLIAC honors - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  17-04-2020 17:37
  Laker golfer Simoneau earns All-GLIAC honors  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Fort Creek parking lot closed

  17-04-2020 17:37 via saultstar.com
  
  Too many people and an excess amount of garbage have prompted the parking area of Fort Creek Conservation Area to be closed.Read More
  
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• Class action sought against Quebec nursing home where 31 residents perished

  17-04-2020 17:35
  
  MONTREAL — An application for a class action lawsuit has been filed against a private long-term care home in suburban Montreal where 31 residents reportedly died in less than a month during the coronavirus pandemic. The lawsuit filed Thursday is brought on behalf of Barbara Schneider, the daughter of Mary Schneider, who died at the Residence Herron on […]
  
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• As millions of workers apply for help, mothers-to-be say they can’t get CERB

  17-04-2020 16:55
  
  OTTAWA — Nearly one month ago, Effie Pool was laid off from her job as a server when the restaurant she worked at in Burlington, Ont., closed due to COVID-19. The 35-year-old mother of one is still waiting to qualify for federal emergency aid and told the reason she hasn’t gotten it is that she’s pregnant. […]
  
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• APH reports 12th person positive with COVID-19 in Algoma

  17-04-2020 16:45 via saultstar.com
  
  Algoma Public Health reports a 12th person has tested positive with COVID-19 in the Algoma District.Read More
  
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• 12th COVID-19 Case Now Confirmed By APH

  17-04-2020 16:38
  
  Algoma Public Health is now reporting a 12th case of COVID-19 Friday morning. The health agency is releasing very little information about the case, only stating it is a female in her 30’s.  She is self isolating. She was tested April 14th. Yesterday, APH reported an 11th case surrounding a 60 year old woman. MORE […]
  
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• Mayor Issues Statement Following 11th Confirmed COVID-19 Case in Algoma

  17-04-2020 16:31
  
  Mayor Christian Provenzano offered the following statement on the confirmation of the community spread of COVID-19 in the Algoma District: “I have been asked over the past week whether it is time to lift some of the COVID-19 restrictions. The people who have asked point to the low number of positive COVID-19 test results in […]
  
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• Rotaryfest postponed

  17-04-2020 15:53 via saultstar.com
  
  Rotaryfest, Sault Ste. Marie’s summer festival, is on hold because of COVID-19. Read More
  
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• Financial sector boosts S&P/TSX composite, U.S. markets also surge higher

  17-04-2020 15:48
  
  TORONTO — The financial sector led the way as Canada’s main stock index surged higher at the start of trading today, while U.S. stocks also gained ground. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 277.19 points at 14,176.51. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was up 490.49 points at 24,028.17. The S&P 500 index […]
  
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• Rotaryfest Postponed For Now

  17-04-2020 15:47
  
  Decades-old tradition put on pause for COVID-19 One of Rotary Club’s biggest events of the year has been postponed. Rotaryfest, the Sault’s Summer festival along with the Community Day parade will not be happening in July said the Rotary Club Friday morning in a news release. “Out of concern for our wonderful community and in […]
  
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• Rotaryfest Cancelled…For Now

  17-04-2020 15:47
  
  Decades-old tradition put on pause for COVID-19 Out of concern for our wonderful community and in response to current events, the Rotary Club of Sault Ste. Marie has made the decision to postpone ROTARYFEST, The Sault’s Summer Festival. At this time there will be no event in July. Our team is monitoring the recommendations of […]
  
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• Special Report AM Edition – April 17th

  17-04-2020 15:41
  
  Join Colette Linden, Dani Dupuis, and Chris Oldcorn as we discuss the COVID-19 Crisis, Disney sing-a-long, and have pajama day. 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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• Gallery exhibition welcomes public contributions

  17-04-2020 14:29 via saultstar.com
  
  Art Gallery of Algoma is sharing more than 20 works from its permanent collection in a new online exhibition.Read More
  
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• Algoma University Establishes Student Emergency Fund

  17-04-2020 14:07
  
  COVID-19 has touched all of our lives in ways that we could never have imagined. It has been a challenge as we adapt to new ways of living, learning and working during this crisis. It has also been very inspiring to see how our community, province, and the country as a whole have come together […]
  
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• White River mine production sets new high

  17-04-2020 14:05 via saultstar.com
  
  A White River mine produced the most gold yet at the site in a three-month span.Read More
  
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• Freeze carbon tax, delay new climate regs during virus crisis, oil lobby asks

  17-04-2020 10:10
  
  OTTAWA — Canada’s oil and gas producers have asked the federal government to freeze the carbon tax and delay new climate change regulations while the industry weathers the storm of COVID-19. In a letter to Natural Resources Minister Seamus O’Regan sent March 27, Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers CEO Tim McMillan said Canada’s energy sector […]
  
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• Stroke of ingenuity

  17-04-2020 09:18 via saultstar.com
  
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• LIVE VIDEO: Coronavirus task force presser - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  17-04-2020 00:04
  LIVE VIDEO: Coronavirus task force presser  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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