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• Statement from MP Terry Sheehan Canada’s 150th Speech from the Throne

  23-09-2020 23:40
  
  September 23, 2020 – Ottawa, ON Member of Parliament Terry Sheehan says that while today’s Speech from the Throne may have been carried out with much less ceremony, it may be the most important Speech from the Throne in Canada’s history. The Coronavirus pandemic is the most serious public health crisis Canada has ever faced. […]
  
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• CELEBRATION OF LIFE: PROULX, Doreen (nee Primeau)

  23-09-2020 23:30
  
  July 15, 1928 to April 13, 2020 ~ A private graveside service was held at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery on Thursday April 16, 2020. Family and friends are invited to a come and go at Arthur Funeral Home – Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington St. E. – 705-759-2522) on Saturday, September 26, 2020 from 1 […]
  
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• Suspended, impaired driver towed boat: OPP

  23-09-2020 23:21 via saultstar.com
  
  A man suspended from driving was allegedly impaired and using an all-terrain vehicle to tow a boat in Hornepayne.Read More
  
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• Throne Speech targets four key goals

  23-09-2020 23:01 via saultstar.com
  
  It’s designed to serve as a road map for the future and a plan by the Canadian government to move forward after COVID-19. Read More
  
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• Lack of restaurant, rent support leaves bad taste: Chamber

  23-09-2020 23:01 via saultstar.com
  
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• Catling is still missing

  23-09-2020 22:47 via saultstar.com
  
  A Sault Ste. Marie man is still missing after more than a month.Read More
  
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• Suspended driver tows boat

  23-09-2020 22:09 via saultstar.com
  
  A man suspended from driving was allegedly impaired and using an all-terrain vehicle to tow a boat in Hornepayne.Read More
  
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• Bright idea

  23-09-2020 21:38 via saultstar.com
  
  Nicholas Luck, tourism and community development intern with Downtown Association, adds some colour to a planter on James Street on Wednesday afternoon. Art Speaks, FutureSSM, Downtown Association and other partners teamed up to brighten up Jamestown. BRIAN KELLYRead More
  
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• Five highlights from the speech from the throne

  23-09-2020 20:43
  
  OTTAWA — In a new speech from the throne, the Liberal government detailed its plan to face the coming second wave of COVID-19, support Canadians and businesses that are still struggling because of the pandemic and boost the economy for longer-term recovery. Here are highlights from Wednesday’s speech: Helping provinces reinforce COVID-19 testing The Liberals […]
  
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• BOJKO, Elizabeth Joyce (Betty)

  23-09-2020 20:35
  
  It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our dear Mom and Gramma on Monday, September 21, 2020 in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late Nick. Cherished mother of Peter Bojko (Hilda) and proud grandmother of Ryan Bojko (Michelle). Sister of Larry “Bucky” Ralph (late Betty) and the late […]
  
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• Trojans hold off Bays in conference match - Sports - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-09-2020 19:54
  Trojans hold off Bays in conference match - Sports  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Bulldogs turn back Panthers, extend EUPC streak - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-09-2020 19:54
  Bulldogs turn back Panthers, extend EUPC streak  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Ontario Expands COVID-19 Testing to Pharmacies

  23-09-2020 19:27
  
  Up to 60 Ontario Pharmacies to Offer Testing by Appointment Starting Friday HUNTSVILLE – The Ontario government is providing people with convenient and timely access to free COVID-19 testing at pharmacies in the province. As of Friday, up to 60 pharmacies in Ontario will begin offering testing by appointment only, with further locations coming online […]
  
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• Ontario Bar Blasted For ‘Black Olives Matter’ Sign - Narcity Canada

  23-09-2020 19:19
  
  Ontario Bar Blasted For ‘Black Olives Matter’ Sign  Narcity Canada
  
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• Relief available for some Michigan workers

  23-09-2020 19:02
  
  If you are a restaurant or lodging worker effected by the Coronavirus you may qualify for up to $500 assistance. The Department of Treasury gave $2.5 million in grant money to the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association. If you believe you are eligible for this amount, you are encouraged to go to mrlaef.org/relief-fund. The applications […]
  
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• Ontario to review COVID-19 symptoms list for schools, minister says

  23-09-2020 18:52
  
  TORONTO — Ontario’s education minister says he is considering shortening the list of COVID-19 symptoms that require kids to stay home from school. Stephen Lecce says he is working with the province’s medical officials to consider possible changes to the list. British Columbia shortened its list earlier this week by removing 10 symptoms, prompting Ontario to review the data behind […]
  
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• Gov. Whitmer: Upper Peninsula allowed to stay at increased indoor capacity

  23-09-2020 18:21
  
  SAULT STE. MARIE, MI – Parts of Northern Michigan including Sault Ste. Marie do not need to limit indoor event capacity to 10 people. The amendment to the original executive order 181 allows for gatherings to remain at either 25% or up to 250 people indoors. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s office noted events in these regions […]
  
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• Liberals vow wage-subsidy extension to 2021, revamp of EI system in throne speech

  23-09-2020 17:41
  
  OTTAWA — The Liberals are reversing course on a decision to wind down a federal wage subsidy, vowing in their throne speech to extend the program for businesses harmed by COVID-19 into next year. Over the summer the government decided to start scaling back the program through the rest of the year by providing a […]
  
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• Parents want more independent learning online

  23-09-2020 17:37 via saultstar.com
  
  Parents of more than 75 per cent of Algoma District School Board students who are learning remotely this school year want their children to do some, or all, of their learning on their own rather than tapping maximum instructional time with teachers.Read More
  
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• Still Missing: Public Assistance Requested

  23-09-2020 17:09
  
  The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance to locate 56-year-old Ken Catling Jr. Since July 27, 2020 police have been investigating to determine the whereabouts of Mr. Catling Jr. as his family and police are concerned for his well-being. He was last seen July 4 or 5, 2020 in the Carpenter […]
  
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• LSSU’s Fisheries and Wildlife Club Again Named Outstanding Student Subunit by American Fisheries Society

  23-09-2020 16:32
  
  SAULT STE. MARIE, MI – For the fourth time in 15 years, Lake Superior State University’s Fisheries and Wildlife Club earned the Outstanding Student Subunit Award from the American Fisheries Society (AFS). LSSU was singled out for top honors from among approximately 80 collegiate counterparts in North America. “The award recognizes outstanding professionalism, active resource […]
  
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• Sen. Peters: Election should decide Supreme Court vacancy - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-09-2020 16:24
  Sen. Peters: Election should decide Supreme Court vacancy  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• After the riots, what then? - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-09-2020 16:24
  After the riots, what then?  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Resilient Ruth: Honoring Her Legacy - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-09-2020 16:07
  Resilient Ruth: Honoring Her Legacy  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Motorcyclist killed on US-131 in Allegan County - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-09-2020 16:07
  Motorcyclist killed on US-131 in Allegan County - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Ionia-Montcalm child advocacy center adds canine advocate - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-09-2020 16:07
  Ionia-Montcalm child advocacy center adds canine advocate  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Financials help lift Toronto stock market, U.S. stock markets mixed; Loonie down

  23-09-2020 15:55
  
  TORONTO — Gains in the financial sector helped lead Canada’s main stock index higher in early trading, while the loonie fell below 75 cents US. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 39.06 points at 16,181.95. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was up 161.43 points at 27,449.61. The S&P 500 index was up […]
  
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• Greens expel Montreal lawyer from leadership race days before voting starts

  23-09-2020 15:37
  
  OTTAWA — Montreal lawyer Meryam Haddad is appealing after the Green party expelled her from its leadership contest Tuesday. Hadadd says she was informed Tuesday afternoon that the party was taking her off the ballot, citing violations of the party’s code of conduct. The decision comes just days before electronic voting begins for the party […]
  
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• News media spending being kept secret by the City

  23-09-2020 15:32
  
  SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – The city of Sault Ste. Marie is forcing journalists to file Freedom of Information Act (FOI) requests for inquiries into the spending of tax dollars. Last Tuesday, Sault Online reached out to city hall to obtain records on where the city spends advertising dollars. We decided to make this request […]
  
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• An Evening at Hogwarts: Diagon Alley Online

  23-09-2020 15:31
  
  Welcome Sault Ste. Marie to Diagon Alley Online, a shopping area for the wizarding world of Harry Potter. Shops will be selling robes, strange silver instruments, tottering piles of spell books, potion bottles and all the bits and bobs one could need. Meet the shopkeepers and explore the Alley as students prepare for their third […]
  
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• Reimagined CIBC Run for the Cure encourages Community residents to never stop running

  23-09-2020 14:49
  
  This year’s hybrid virtual and physical experience includes a refreshed app, customizable virtual runners and live streamed opening ceremonies For almost three decades, the Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure has united a collective of Canadians who are a force-for-life in the face of breast cancer. This year, being physically apart won’t stop […]
  
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• ADSB enrolment tops projections

  23-09-2020 14:46 via saultstar.com
  
  Algoma District School Board enrolment is up nearly 4 per cent compared to projections made last March.Read More
  
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• League of Women Voters raises registration awareness - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-09-2020 14:02
  League of Women Voters raises registration awareness - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Sault veteran remembered

  23-09-2020 13:42 via saultstar.com
  
  BRANTFORD – Family and friends gathered on Saturday to give a final salute to Second World War veteran Lloyd Thomas Bentley, one of the last members of what many call The Greatest Generation, who died Feb. 10.  He was 98. Read More
  
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• Sault-born veteran took part in D-Day

  23-09-2020 13:42 via saultstar.com
  
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• Risks outweigh rewards of reopening the border: Rory Ring

  23-09-2020 13:14
  
  The Sault Ste Marie Chamber of Commerce (ON) says the risks outweigh the rewards of reopening the Canada-U.S. border. CEO Rory Ring is responding to an idea presented by the mayor of Sault Michigan that the border could be reopened regionally as opposed to all at once. Don Gerrie argues that given the low number […]
  
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• Isabel’s Market + Eatery open in Douglas - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-09-2020 11:55
  Isabel’s Market + Eatery open in Douglas  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Ontario hiring 98 more labour inspectors to speed up pandemic workplace response

  23-09-2020 10:00
  
  TORONTO — Ontario says it will hire 98 new labour inspectors this fall as part of efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in workplaces. Labour Minister Monte McNaughton says the government will begin to recruit the workers in October. The hiring blitz will increase the number of government inspectors from 409 to 507 and will […]
  
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• Ontario Bar Blasted For ‘Black Olives Matter’ Sign - Narcity

  23-09-2020 09:00
  
  Ontario Bar Blasted For ‘Black Olives Matter’ Sign  Narcity
  
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• Village on list for wastewater initiative - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-09-2020 08:51
  Village on list for wastewater initiative - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• My Take: This one is on you - Opinion - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-09-2020 08:51
  My Take: This one is on you - Opinion  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Monroe Township 9/15/2020 meeting minutes - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-09-2020 08:51
  Monroe Township 9/15/2020 meeting minutes  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Lightning Quick convenience store reopens today - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-09-2020 08:51
  Lightning Quick convenience store reopens today  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Letter: Trojan Horse - Opinion - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-09-2020 08:51
  Letter: Trojan Horse - Opinion  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Aiden James Wallace name change - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-09-2020 08:51
  Aiden James Wallace name change - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• 4 keys to coziness - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-09-2020 06:09
  4 keys to coziness  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Granlund cartoon: Mitt on board - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-09-2020 06:00
  Granlund cartoon: Mitt on board  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Special Report PM – Sept 22

  23-09-2020 03:07
  
  Here is today’s Special Report 1PM Edition, where you can watch on demand! Join Christopher Oldcorn and Daniel Laprade on weekdays at 8 AM and 1 PM for Special Report. Make sure to interact live during the show on the Sault Online Facebook page, where you can send in a birthday or anniversary shout out and join […]
  
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• ONNtv Local 5pm Newscast – Sept 22

  23-09-2020 03:01
  
  Here is your 5pm local news and weather report for September 21, 2020. You can tune into ONNtv for all your local news, weather and sports throughout the day. Make sure to visit the Sault Online/ONNtv website by clicking here. Like Sault Online on Facebook and click on the live video alerts to stay on top of all live shows […]
  
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• Aging population and historically high spending pre-COVID means no balanced budget for next 30 years: Fraser Institute

  23-09-2020 00:58
  
  VANCOUVER, BC – The federal government will not balance its budget over the next 30 years as a result of Canada’s aging population and Ottawa’s historically high spending, which existed before the COVID-19 pandemic and may be increased further in the Throne Speech, finds a new study by the Fraser Institute, an independent, non-partisan Canadian […]
  
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