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• Crime Stoppers: Break, Enter and Theft at Batchewana Post Office

  10-06-2020 23:54
  
  Crime Stoppers and the Sault Ste. Marie Police Ontario Provincial Police are requesting your assistance in identifying suspects involved in an incident of a Break Enter and Theft. Sometime between the evening of April 23 and the morning of April 24th 2020, unknown suspects attended the Batchewana Post Office located on Hwy 563 in Herrick […]
  
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• Downtown Association Postpones Popular Summer Events

  10-06-2020 23:49
  
  After careful consideration and in response to continuing current events, and in consideration of recommended guidelines by the Provincial government, the Downtown Association and the Board of Directors has made the decision to postpone the following events: Poutine Feast (originally scheduled for July 1-5) The July and August Street Parties (originally scheduled for July 16 […]
  
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• Reopening of Catholic Churches in the Diocese of Sault Ste. Marie - SaultOnline.com

  10-06-2020 23:40
  
  Reopening of Catholic Churches in the Diocese of Sault Ste. Marie  SaultOnline.com
  
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• Reopening of Catholic Churches in the Diocese of Sault Ste. Marie

  10-06-2020 23:40
  
  Following Premier Doug Ford’s announcement on June 8, allowing places of worship to resume their religious services, Marcel Damphousse, Bishop of Sault Ste. Marie is happy to announce that all the Catholic Parishes of the Diocese of Sault Ste. Marie will reopen their churches and resume Eucharistic celebrations as of June 20-21. Churches are currently […]
  
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• New COVID-19 case reported in Sault Ste. Marie area - CTV News

  10-06-2020 23:20
  
  New COVID-19 case reported in Sault Ste. Marie area  CTV News
  
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• New confirmed COVID-19 case

  10-06-2020 23:19 via saultstar.com
  
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• A new confirmed case of COVID-19 reported by Algoma Public Health

  10-06-2020 23:19
  
  A new confirmed case of COVID-19 in a resident from the Algoma District is being reported today by Algoma Public Health. The cause of exposure is indicated as “Unknown” with the person currently self-isolating after results were received from a test conducted on June 8th. Algoma Public Health is reporting the following information as of […]
  
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• Beaches and Campsites to Open at Ontario Parks

  10-06-2020 23:06
  
  People encouraged to enjoy the outdoors responsibly during COVID-19 As part of the Ontario government’s Stage 2 reopening plan, more facilities and services will be available at provincial parks in certain regions beginning on June 12, 2020. Gradually over the next several weeks, Ontario Parks will start opening campgrounds, providing more washrooms and drinking water, […]
  
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• Colleges praise decision to allow more students to complete their programs

  10-06-2020 22:56
  
  The Ontario government’s announcement today that in-person education and training at colleges will resume next month on a limited basis ensures more students will complete their programs and acquire the expertise sought by employers. “This is tremendous news for students and for employers in key sectors who will need qualified people to help drive Ontario’s […]
  
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• Barge runs aground

  10-06-2020 22:29 via saultstar.com
  
  A barge owned by Purvis Marine is aground in the lower St. Mary’s River.Read More
  
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• Restore reopens

  10-06-2020 22:05 via saultstar.com
  
  Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore is open again.Read More
  
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• Making the cut

  10-06-2020 21:40 via saultstar.com
  
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• Ontario government opens colleges, universities to allow students to complete labs to graduate

  10-06-2020 21:16 via saultstar.com
  
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• Fish fry is Friday

  10-06-2020 21:07 via saultstar.com
  
  Moose Family Centre hosts a fish fry on Friday. Read More
  
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• Catholic parishes opening next weekend

  10-06-2020 20:49 via saultstar.com
  
  Catholic parishes reopen next weekend after being shuttered for three months because of the COVID-19 pandemic.Read More
  
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• Freeland says police must acknowledge racism after senior RCMP officer’s denial

  10-06-2020 20:47
  
  OTTAWA — All federal agencies, including the police, must understand that systemic racism is a problem in Canada, Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland says. Freeland made the comments at a media briefing Wednesday upon being asked about a denial from the RCMP’s commanding officer in Alberta, Deputy Commissioner Curtis Zablocki, that there is entrenched racism in Canadian […]
  
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• Coast Guard responding to report of aground barge in lower St. Marys River

  10-06-2020 20:44
  
  The owner of the aground barge, Purvis Marine, enacted their vessel response plan and are developing a salvage plan for the barge PML2501 to be submitted to the Coast Guard for review. Coast Guard marine casualty investigators and pollution responders are on scene to investigate the incident and ensure proper mitigation of potential negative impacts […]
  
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• Romano Unveils a Plan to Reopen Postsecondary Education

  10-06-2020 20:36
  
  TORONTO — The Ontario government has developed a plan for the gradual and safe resumption of in-person instruction at postsecondary institutions across the province for the summer term. The plan was developed in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health. Starting in July 2020, limited in-person education and training may restart for students who […]
  
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• Privacy experts concerned about next stage of Ontario’s reopening plan

  10-06-2020 20:21
  
  Privacy experts are raising concerns about some of the guidance the Ontario government is offering to businesses on the verge of reopening under the next stage of the province’s COVID-19 recovery plan. The framework outlining the next phase of reopening, set to take effect across much of the province on Friday, contains advice for certain […]
  
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• School fire damage pegged at $500K

  10-06-2020 20:02 via saultstar.com
  
  A suspicious fire early Tuesday caused an estimated $500,000 damage to a Catholic elementary school.Read More
  
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• Premier gets COVID-19 test

  10-06-2020 19:52 via saultstar.com
  
  Ontario Premier Doug Ford, deputy minister and minister of health Christine Elliott and Minister of Education Stephen Leece are being tested for COVID-19. Read More
  
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• Proposed law would undermine access to justice in Ontario, experts warn

  10-06-2020 19:16
  TORONTO — Legal experts are warning that a proposed legislation meant to modernize Ontario’s justice system would actually undermine access to justice for the province’s most vulnerable people. Community legal clinics and law professors are among those raising the alarm over Bill 161, particularly its impact on the province’s legal aid system. Speaking today before a legislative […]
  
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• Councillor urges continual lobbying for improved broadband service

  10-06-2020 18:29 via saultstar.com
  
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• Police Deem St. Paul School Fire Suspicious

  10-06-2020 18:08
  
  Officers with Investigation Services continue to investigate a suspicious fire that took place on June 9, 2020 at St. Paul Catholic School. At this time the origin of the fire is believed to be a shed near the school. We continue to investigate the incident and investigators will continue to collaborate with the Ontario Fire […]
  
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• Sault College and Sault College Students’ Union Support Pride with Flag Raising Ceremony

  10-06-2020 18:02
  
  Today, in keeping with COVID-19 restrictions, a small group gathered at Sault College for a flag raising ceremony in honour of Pride month. The event, which featured various speakers in addition to the flag-raising, is one of the ways Sault College and the Sault College Students’ Union (SCSU) could honour and show its tremendous support […]
  
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• Trudeau uses commencement speech to compare youth today to Greatest Generation

  10-06-2020 17:42
  
  OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed faith in the young people of today to face the myriad challenges facing Canada and world, comparing them to the generation who came of age during the Second World War. The comments came in a speech delivered Wednesday at Carleton University and carried live to graduates across the […]
  
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• Special Report AM Edition – June 10th

  10-06-2020 16:58
  
  Good morning! Colette Linden and Christopher Oldcorn discuss the Canadian Paediatric Society wants schools to have graduations, campgrounds opening, Trump attacks a peace activist on Twitter, and PrideFest cancelled. Happy 9th Birthday to Lucas! Join Colette Linden and Christopher Oldcorn on weekdays at 8AM and 1PM for continuing Special Reports amid the COVID-19 Crisis.  Follow […]
  
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• Mackinac Island featured in small-town competition

  10-06-2020 16:55 via saultstar.com
  
  Mackinac Island is in the running to be named one of the best small towns in the United States.Read More
  
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• Ontario reports 251 new COVID-19 cases, 11 more deaths

  10-06-2020 16:45
  
  TORONTO — Ontario is reporting 251 new COVID-19 cases today, and 11 more deaths. That brings the province to a total of 31,341 cases, including 2,475 deaths and 25,380 resolved cases — 551 more than the previous day. The uptick in resolved cases means there are 300 fewer active cases over the previous day, and […]
  
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• Starbucks plans to close up to 200 Canadian locations over two years

  10-06-2020 16:41
  
  TORONTO — Starbucks is pulling back on its presence in Canada with plans to close up to 200 coffee shops. The Seattle-based chain says it intends to restructure its company-operated business in Canada under a two-year plan. The details were included in a letter to shareholders filed on Wednesday with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. […]
  
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• 23 Year Old Charged With Impaired

  10-06-2020 16:32
  
  On June 9, 2020 officers with Patrol Services arrested 23-year-old Mackenzie Atchison for impaired driving. At 1:46 p.m. police received a call of a driver asleep behind the wheel of a running vehicle in the 0-100 block of Allard Street. Upon arrival officers located the accused behind the wheel asleep. Officers woke up the accused […]
  
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• Raising chickens proves perfect stay-at-home project

  10-06-2020 16:23 via saultstar.com
  
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• College offers new bursary

  10-06-2020 16:23 via saultstar.com
  
  Sault College is one of 50 Canadian post-secondary institutions to offer a new scholarship for health-care students.Read More
  
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• Theatre centre needs board members

  10-06-2020 16:10 via saultstar.com
  
  Board members are needed for Sault Community Theatre Centre.Read More
  
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• Board members needed for Kiwanis Community Theatre Centre

  10-06-2020 16:05
  
  Sault Ste. Marie City Council is accepting applications from individuals interested in serving on the board for the Kiwanis Community Theatre Centre. Three appointments are required for a two-year period. Individuals are asked to submit an application form available online at www.saultstemarie.ca/boardscommittees  or from the City Clerk’s office – email [email protected] or call 705-759-5388. Personal […]
  
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• Board members needed for Community Theatre Centre

  10-06-2020 16:05
  
  Sault Ste. Marie City Council is accepting applications from individuals interested in serving on the board for the Sault Ste. Maries Community Theatre Centre. Three appointments are required for a two-year period. Individuals are asked to submit an application form available online at www.saultstemarie.ca/boardscommittees  or from the City Clerk’s office – email [email protected] or call […]
  
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• Todays weather: Thunderstorms, possible tornadoes - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  10-06-2020 15:53
  Todays weather: Thunderstorms, possible tornadoes  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Tax return help offered

  10-06-2020 15:15 via saultstar.com
  
  Tax return help is available from United Way Sault Ste. Marie & Algoma District.Read More
  
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• United Way Income Tax Program Accepting Taxes

  10-06-2020 14:46
  
  United Way Sault Ste. Marie & Algoma Districts Community Volunteer Income Tax Program is now accepting tax documents by drop off only. To drop off taxes put your documents in an envelope with your name and phone number written on it. Then put your envelope in the drop off box located on the main floor […]
  
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• College closes waterfront site for 2020

  10-06-2020 14:41 via saultstar.com
  
  Sault College’s Waterfront Adventure Centre won’t open this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic.Read More
  
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• Break, Enter and Theft at Batchewana Post Office

  10-06-2020 14:16
  
  Crime Stoppers and the Sault Ste. Marie Police Ontario Provincial Police are requesting your assistance in identifying suspects involved in an incident of a Break Enter and Theft. Sometime between the evening of April 23 and the morning of April 24th 2020, unknown suspects attended the Batchewana Post Office located on Hwy 563 in Herrick […]
  
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• Lisa Vezeau-Allen Interview Pt 3

  10-06-2020 13:54
  
  Canada adds 290K jobs in May however the unemployment rate rose, Trump very unpopular with Canadians especially women, and part 3 of my interview with Lisa Vezeau-Allen (Ward 2 SSM). Follow Chris on Twitter and Instagram Listen to Chris Oldcorn’s daily podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts Watch The Chris Oldcorn Show weekdays […]
  
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• Bridge traffic keeps moving slowly

  10-06-2020 13:50 via saultstar.com
  
  A continuing ban on non-essential travel between Canada and the United States meant another month of nearly no traffic on the International Bridge in May.Read More
  
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• Greta Thunberg pushes Canada, Norway, on climate before UN Security Council vote

  10-06-2020 10:10
  
  OTTAWA — Teenage climate activist Greta Thunberg is urging developing island nations to use the upcoming United Nations Security Council election as leverage to push Canada and Norway to step up their games on climate change. The 17-year-old from Sweden has become one of the most recognized climate activists in the world with her climate strike movement […]
  
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• Catholic churches in Sudbury, across northeast to reopen next weekend - The Sudbury Star

  10-06-2020 09:00
  
  Catholic churches in Sudbury, across northeast to reopen next weekend  The Sudbury Star
  
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• Tips on cutting hair at home - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  10-06-2020 06:18
  Tips on cutting hair at home  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Tick tests positive for Lyme disease: Sudbury health unit

  10-06-2020 00:09 via saultstar.com
  
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