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• Second man arrested in standoff

  25-05-2020 22:02 via saultstar.com
  
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• Assessment centre offers expanded testing options, criteria

  25-05-2020 21:09 via saultstar.com
  
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• SMITH, Adrian Robert

  25-05-2020 21:04
  
  Peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital on Monday, May 4th, 2020 at the age of 36. Loving son of Christine Smith. Dear brother of Richard (Jennifer). Uncle of Sophie. Predeceased by his grandparents William and Margaret Naylor. Nephew of William, Kathryn, Robert, Sharon and late Patricia. Memorial donations (payable by cheque or on line) to […]
  
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• Expanded COVID-19 Testing Options and Criteria at the COVID-19 Assessment Centre

  25-05-2020 21:01
  
  In support of the Ministry of Health’s further guidance on COVID-19 testing the Sault Ste. Marie COVID-19 Assessment Centre is immediately implementing the following actions:   Symptomatic testing: 1. All people with at least one symptom of COVID-19, even for mild symptoms. Some common symptoms include fever, new or worsening cough, shortness of breath, sore […]
  
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• Paramedic Services Week May 24 – May 30, 2020

  25-05-2020 21:00
  
  Sault Ste. Marie – Paramedic Services Week is an opportunity to recognize paramedics across the country. Locally we have over 60 dedicated professional paramedics serving the District of Sault Ste. Marie and surrounding area. Paramedics are unlike any other healthcare professional. They come into your life when you may be at your most vulnerable, bringing […]
  
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• Paramedic Services Week May 24th-30th

  25-05-2020 20:56
  
  Paramedic Services Week is an opportunity to recognize paramedics across the country. Locally we have over 60 dedicated professional paramedics serving the District of Sault Ste. Marie and surrounding area. Paramedics are unlike any other healthcare professional. They come into your life when you may be at your most vulnerable, bringing emergency health care to […]
  
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• Payments for CERB top $40 billion as feds open doors for commercial rent help

  25-05-2020 20:33
  
  OTTAWA — A key federal benefit for Canadians out of work, or seeing large drops in their earnings, in the COVID-19 pandemic has paid out over $40 billion in emergency aid. Federal figures posted Monday show payments from Canada Emergency Response Benefit now total $40.33 billion to 8.21 million separate applicants, pushing the program further […]
  
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• Canada Post swings to Q1 loss despite 10 per cent growth in parcels revenues

  25-05-2020 19:55
  
  OTTAWA — Canada Post swung to a $66-million loss before taxes in the first quarter despite a surge in parcel volumes near the start of the COVID-19 lockdown. The segment’s net loss from the period ended March 28, compared with a $23-million profit a year earlier. Revenue increased two per cent to $1.68 billion with […]
  
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• LAROCQUE, Robert John (R.J.)

  25-05-2020 19:53
  
  Suddenly in Laird Township on Thursday, May 21, 2020 at the age of 60 (39 American). Loving son of the late Boyd and Shirley Larocque. Cherished father of Corey, LaTisha Burch (Andrew),Tiffany Gardner and Faith McDonald. Proud Papa of Coy Larocque (Sierra), Destiny Larocque (Dylan), Charity Larocque, Markus Burch, Kendra-Anne Burch, Blaze Gioventu, Bay-Lynn Tremblay […]
  
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• MACMILLAN, Dawna Joanne

  25-05-2020 19:51
  
  1973 to 2020 ~ It is with great sadness and broken hearts we regretfully announce the passing of Dawna peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital, with family by her side. Adored daughter of Robert (Alex R) and Sharon MacMillan. Devoted sister to Tricia (Loggy) and Roberta (Tom). Others left to mourn this great loss are […]
  
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• GRANDMONT, Jean Martha Mary (nee Carlson)

  25-05-2020 19:48
  
  Passed away peacefully at the F.J. Davey Home, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, on Saturday, May 23, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Phil Grandmont. Loving mother of Phillip (Heather), Debbie (Abbie) Innocente, John (Lorie) of London, David (Jamie), the late Patricia (Smith), Martha of Thamesford and the late Curtis. Grandmother to Jodi, Joel, Kristi, Adam, […]
  
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• MICK, Juanita Aleene

  25-05-2020 19:46
  
  With great sadness we announce the passing of Juanita Mick on Thursday, May 21, 2020 in her 71st year. Beloved partner of Claude Maille for 51 years. Daughter of the late Edmund and Mabel Mick. Loving sister to Beth Kellett (Gary), Brian Mick (late Anna), and Ken Mick (Debbie). Affectionately know as ‘Aunt Nita’, Juanita […]
  
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• FERGUSON, John A.G.

  25-05-2020 19:45
  
  With broken hearts, we share the passing of John Ferguson on Sunday, May 24, 2020 at home at the age of 71. Above all else, John’s biggest priority and number one joy was his family; we know we were so loved, and we loved him right back. Beloved husband and best friend of 48 years […]
  
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• Residential fire causes extensive damage

  25-05-2020 19:02 via saultstar.com
  
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• COVID-19 Business Impact Survey for May

  25-05-2020 19:02
  
  The City of Sault Ste. Marie and the Algoma Workforce Investment Corporation (AWIC) have designed a monthly survey to better understand the impact of COVID-19 on local businesses and organizations during and beyond the COVID-19 crisis. The feedback will be used to communicate the needs of the community directly to municipal, provincial and federal governments. […]
  
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• Single-vehicle collision injures woman

  25-05-2020 18:59 via saultstar.com
  
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• MCPHEE, Carol Glenna “Terry”

  25-05-2020 18:59
  
  It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our mother surrounded by the love of her family at the Algoma Manor, Thessalon on May 23, 2020 in her 86th year after a courageous battle with cancer. Predeceased by her husband, John Reycraft McPhee. Daughter of the late Art and Clara Bird of Thessalon. […]
  
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• McCARREL, Archie A. “Art”

  25-05-2020 18:56
  
  Passed away peacefully at Extendicare Maple View on Sunday, May 24, 2020 at the age of 95. He is now reunited with his beloved wife Vi Garniss. Dear father of Derek Garniss Sr. (late Gabriela), Irene Rogers (Don) and the late Bob Garniss (late Marg). Papa Art of five grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and six […]
  
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• Ontario offers loan of up to $500 million to lottery and gaming corporation

  25-05-2020 18:55
  
  TORONTO — Ontario is extending a line of credit of up to $500 million to its lottery and gaming agency. The province says the loan will temporarily support the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation’s operational costs during the COVID-19 pandemic. The loan will also help OLG meet its contractual obligations over the short term as […]
  
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• MARCHAND, Laurise Patricia

  25-05-2020 18:53
  
  March 17th, 1931 to May 21st, 2020 ~ We regretfully announce, with broken hearts, the passing of Laurise Marchand in her 89th year. Beloved wife of the late Jacques Marchand. Loving and devoted mother of Jacqueline (Yvon) Belisle, Real (Patricia) Marchand, Michelle (late Edward) Letellier, and Therese Murray. Treasured grandmother, and affectionately known as Mamère, […]
  
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• Five business groups urge Ontario to halt commercial evictions during pandemic

  25-05-2020 18:36
  
  TORONTO — Five business groups are calling on the Ontario government to impose a commercial eviction moratorium during the COVID-19 pandemic. The groups make the request in an open letter to Premier Doug Ford today, saying urgent help is needed as the due date for June rent approaches. The groups include the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, […]
  
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• YMCA Partners with Sault Stryders to Host Virtual Run

  25-05-2020 16:54
  
  Sault Ste. Marie: The Sault Ste. Marie YMCA is thrilled to announce the hosting of its first-ever virtual run/walk with the assistance from the Sault Stryders. The YMC’EH Canada Day virtual 5km run/walk event will take place on July 1 and is open to all members of the community. Upon registration, individuals will have access […]
  
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• WCHA’s Alabama-Huntsville drops hockey program - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  25-05-2020 15:45
  WCHA’s Alabama-Huntsville drops hockey program  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Lit Cigarette Blamed For House Fire

  25-05-2020 15:23
  
  On Saturday, May 23rd, 2020, shortly before 7:30 p.m., Sault Ste. Marie Fire Service crews responded to a call of a residential fire in the 300 block of Wellington Street East. Upon arrival, there was visible black smoke emitting from the upper level of the two unit residential dwelling. Fire crews were able to contain […]
  
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• No print edition today for The Monroe News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  25-05-2020 14:59
  No print edition today for The Monroe News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Virus upsets summer plans for Isle Royale park - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  25-05-2020 14:43
  Virus upsets summer plans for Isle Royale park  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Woman Hurt In Single Vehicle Collision

  25-05-2020 13:32
  
  At 11:20 p.m. on May 23, 2020 there was a single vehicle collision in Prince Township. There were four passengers in the SUV at the time of the collision. The driver, a 22-year-old female, suffered life threatening injuries and was transported to hospital. Officers with the Sault Ste. Marie OPP initially responded to the collision […]
  
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• Minds behind pandemic predicting algorithm already thinking about future beyond COVID-19

  25-05-2020 10:00
  
  OTTAWA — The Canadian researcher who was among the first to predict the deadly spread of COVID-19 says the world needs to change the way it monitors for and reacts to disease outbreaks. Dr. Kamran Khan set out to make a “smoke alarm” that would detect disease outbreaks around the world when he created his […]
  
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• Sault Ste. Marie's mayor pleads: Let's not be like Toronto! - SooToday

  25-05-2020 09:00
  
  Sault Ste. Marie's mayor pleads: Let's not be like Toronto!  SooToday
  
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