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• Walmart Canada decision “callous” according to advocate

  24-09-2020 23:32
  
  SAULT STE MARIE, ONT.- Starting in mid-October Walmart Canada will no longer be offering its Ad-Match program. In a statement to Sault Online, Felicia Fefer, Manager of Corporate Affairs for Walmart Canada, says low participation and lineups forced its decision. “Over time, we have seen minimal usage of our Ad Match program, while at the […]
  
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• New Brunswick imposes new travel restrictions on Quebec border residents

  24-09-2020 22:22
  
  FREDERICTON — New Brunswick is reimposing travel restrictions on residents of Quebec’s southern Gaspe area, which has seen its COVID-19 alert level rise. Premier Blaine Higgs said Thursday only residents of the Listuguj First Nation and Pointe-a-la-Croix, near Campbellton, N.B., will be allowed to make day trips into New Brunswick. The new rule enters into effect Friday. The move […]
  
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• N. Ontario pharmacies shut out of COVID-19 testing

  24-09-2020 22:18 via saultstar.com
  
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• BINGHAM, John (Jack)

  24-09-2020 22:13
  
  Passed away on Tuesday September 22, 2020 at Sault Area Hospital in his 88th year. Husband of Norma for 63 years. Loving father of John (Mary), Sara, Leah (Mike), and Annabel (Mike). Cherished grandpa of Lucas, Mara, Alexandra, Joshua, Colton, Sabrina, and Lily. Great-grandpa of Joshua and Gabriel. Dear brother of Tom (Dorothy) and Madge […]
  
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• Transit, housing and infrastructure in Throne Speech peak Mayor's interest

  24-09-2020 21:47 via saultstar.com
  
  Mayor Christian Provenzano says there are a number of ideas presented in Wednesday’s Throne Speech that he hopes Sault Ste. Marie can tap into. Read More
  
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• Ohio company wins $111 million contract for Soo Locks approach walls rebuild

  24-09-2020 21:15
  
  Ohio-based Kokosing Alberici LLC has been awarded a $111 million contract to complete Phase 2 of a multi-year project to build a new lock at the Soo Locks. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers made the announced today. The project is designed to stabilize the existing approach walls which will allow modern vessels to tie […]
  
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• École Notre-Dame-du-Sault students and staff celebrate their Francophone pride

  24-09-2020 20:39
  
  During the week of September 21 to 25, students and staff at École Notre-Dame-du-Sault in Sault Ste. Marie displayed their Franco-Ontarian pride. Although the COVID-19 pandemic made it impossible to gather or participate in a group flag-raising ceremony, Franco-Ontarians Day was celebrated though a series of virtual activities offered to Francophone students in the province. […]
  
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• Cup of Hope on route to the Sault

  24-09-2020 20:29 via saultstar.com
  
  Kyleigh Provenzano is shouting for joy. Read More
  
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• Cup of Hope en route to the Sault

  24-09-2020 20:29 via saultstar.com
  
  Kyleigh Provenzano is shouting for joy. Read More
  
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• Brain Stormers bring home Cup of Hope

  24-09-2020 20:29 via saultstar.com
  
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• Rivalry renewed: Pickford to clash with Cedarville - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  24-09-2020 20:28
  Rivalry renewed: Pickford to clash with Cedarville  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• “Unlock Michigan” achieves petition goal to strip Governor’s emergency powers

  24-09-2020 20:20
  
  A Michigan law that gives Governor Whitmer her emergency powers has come under considerable criticism and may be challenged. The “Unlock Michigan” effort to have the Emergency Power of Governor Act repealed in front of the Legislature achieved 500,000 signatures. A website dedicated to the movement states – “Unlock Michigan is the statewide petition drive […]
  
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• Politicians must not pressure Health Canada to approve rapid COVID-19 tests: Freeland

  24-09-2020 20:01
  
  OTTAWA — Health Canada says it can’t provide any information about the status of any of the rapid-testing devices for COVID-19 it is reviewing. Pressure is mounting on the federal government to approve tests that can provide faster results as hospitals and public health agencies across Canada struggle to keep up with the demand for […]
  
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• PRITCHARD, James W

  24-09-2020 19:20
  
  ~November 30, 1942 – September 14, 2020~ On Monday, September 14, 2020 Jim passed peacefully at our new home while overlooking the water. Everlasting love of Jean McQueen. Loving father of Sandra Pritchard (Bill Crabbe) as well as loving stepfather of Bill McQueen (Jenn), Joe McQueen (Jen), and Melissa McQueen (Dwayne). Survived by children Jimmy […]
  
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• Supreme Court agrees to hear case involving fine for massive maple syrup heist

  24-09-2020 19:16
  
  OTTAWA — The Supreme Court of Canada has agreed to hear a case involving the fine imposed on one of the ringleaders of a massive maple syrup heist. Richard Vallieres was found guilty of fraud, trafficking in stolen goods and theft after more than 9,500 barrels of maple syrup, valued at $18 million, were stolen […]
  
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• COVID-19 may accelerate workplace automation that is bigger risk for women: StatCan

  24-09-2020 19:15
  
  OTTAWA – Women are more likely than men to face a risk of their jobs being affected by automation, a Statistics Canada study says. “The COVID-19 pandemic may accelerate the implementation of new technology, as firms might look to make the production and delivery of goods and the provision of services more resilient in the […]
  
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• Thunderbirds Get Young

  24-09-2020 19:07
  
  He played between the pipes last season in Sweden, but now he’s coming to the Soo to play in net for the Birds. The Soo Thunderbirds have announced today that they have signed 2000 birth year goaltender Scott Young. Young, who stands 6’5 and weighs 180 pounds, suited up for a pair of games last […]
  
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• Ontario’s new testing strategy highlights complexities of second wave: experts

  24-09-2020 18:47
  
  Medical experts say an abrupt shift in Ontario’s testing strategy highlights the complexities of responding to a second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. Premier Doug Ford’s government announced today that assessment centres would revert back to testing only symptomatic individuals, those who’ve come into contact with a case and those who work in high-risk settings. Testing for asymptomatic residents […]
  
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• AHOLA, Tenho Juhani

  24-09-2020 18:02
  
  It is with great sadness that the family of Tenho announces his passing on Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at the age of 70. Kiittäen ja kaivaten äiti Maria Hill (Late Arvo) and the late Eino Ahola. Life long friend of Denise Ahola (Robin). Loving father of Cindy Hertz (Mike), Amanda Ahola and Sam Ahola (Marco). […]
  
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• Meryam Haddad back on the ballot after Greens rethink expulsion from leadership race

  24-09-2020 17:59
  
  OTTAWA — Montreal immigration lawyer Meryam Haddad will be on the ballot for the Green party’s leadership after all. The party’s leadership committee says it has overturned its Tuesday decision to expel Haddad from the race for violating the party’s rules. Haddad’s expulsion came after she tweeted an endorsement for the new B.C. Ecosocialists party […]
  
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• Big uptick in county virus recoveries - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  24-09-2020 17:55
  Big uptick in county virus recoveries  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Firefighter injured in morning fire - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  24-09-2020 17:20
  Firefighter injured in morning fire  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Liberals propose upping value of new COVID-19 benefits to match sunsetting CERB

  24-09-2020 17:10
  
  OTTAWA — The value of weekly benefits for unemployed workers would rise to $500 a week under legislation the Liberals introduced today. The proposal still needs parliamentary approval, but would bring the value of payments to the same level as under the soon-to-disappear Canada Emergency Response Benefit. The same floor will be placed on employment […]
  
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• Jamestown Pop-up Art Hive and Mural Project

  24-09-2020 17:03
  
  SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – Local community members attended an event to paint flower boxes in Jamestown. Members of the community were invited to get dirty and paint, chalk and help out wherever they could in Jamestown square. The goal was to help beautify the square by adding a splash of colour. Maria Parrella-ilaria is […]
  
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• Legislation to set five-year climate targets highest priority this fall: Wilkinson

  24-09-2020 16:55
  
  OTTAWA — Environment Minister Jonathan Wilkinson says he plans to move quickly this fall to set legislated targets to cut Canada’s greenhouse gas emissions. The Liberals promised during the 2019 election to bring in a law to set five-year targets for curbing emissions all the way to 2050, when the goal is to be at […]
  
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• College community member has COVID-19

  24-09-2020 16:48 via saultstar.com
  
  A member of the Sault College campus community has tested positive for COVID-19.Read More
  
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• Easterday Ave. Under construction

  24-09-2020 16:40
  
  SAULT STE MARIE, MI – Easterday Ave. has been ripped apart between Hyde Street and Industrial Drive in the city. In a joint project with the Michigan Department of Transportation picking up 80 percent of the cost, the milling and resurfacing should take about three weeks. Traffic still has access to the street while construction […]
  
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• Positive COVID-19 Test Result Confirmed at Sault College

  24-09-2020 16:30
  
  Sault Ste. Marie, ON September 24, 2020 – Sault College has been informed that a positive COVID-19 test result was confirmed within our campus community. While the College has been closed to the general public, limited students and staff have been onsite since early September with safeguards in place to protect the health and safety […]
  
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• DEARING, Frederick William “Ted”

  24-09-2020 16:21
  
  Passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of his family on Saturday, September 19, 2020 at the age of 61 years. Loving husband of Inge for 35 years. Cherished father of Amy Dearing, Chris Dearing, Sherra Dearing, Crystal Price, Will Price and Tina Walsh. Proud grandfather of Brook Price, Jasmin Reynolds, Kera Thibault, […]
  
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• Three Sault Ste Marie residents arrested on drug charges - WJMN - UPMatters.com

  24-09-2020 16:18
  Three Sault Ste Marie residents arrested on drug charges  WJMN - UPMatters.com
  
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• Wood worker

  24-09-2020 16:03 via saultstar.com
  
  Joe Maione keeps an eye out for wood he can use to make walking sticks and smoking pipes. Apple, maple and willow are some of the types of wood he enjoys working with in a hobby that just started during the summer. Maione will check various locations, including snow dumps and train tracks, for wood he can use. He likes to sell his creations, but “some of them I won’t let go.” BRIAN KELLYRead More
  
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• Airlines demand ‘concrete plan’ for financial aid following throne speech

  24-09-2020 15:31
  
  OTTAWA – Canada’s flight industry is taking some heart in signals from the throne speech that federal financial help is on the way but wants to see quick, clear action to support the sector, which has been devastated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The government’s speech from the throne Wednesday pledged “further support for industries that […]
  
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• Campana was long-time model plane enthusiast

  24-09-2020 15:27 via saultstar.com
  
  Nino Campana was the doc who flew model planes for years.Read More
  
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• North American stock markets down in early trading, loonie falls against U.S. dollar

  24-09-2020 15:22
  
  TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index fell in early trading in a broad-based decline as U.S. stock markets also moved lower and the loonie fell. The S&P/TSX composite index was down 92.01 points at 15,725.10. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was down 185.46 points at 26,577.67. The S&P 500 index was down […]
  
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• Know Your Craft column: Bitburger delivers fest flavor - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  24-09-2020 15:18
  Know Your Craft column: Bitburger delivers fest flavor  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Gore Street: the historic heart of downtown Sault Ste. Marie - SooToday

  24-09-2020 15:00
  
  Gore Street: the historic heart of downtown Sault Ste. Marie  SooToday
  
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• Pro-life demonstration will still run

  24-09-2020 14:09 via saultstar.com
  
  An annual protest against abortion will go-ahead in early October following a provincial directive limiting numbers attending outdoor gatherings.Read More
  
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• Michigan’s education budget passed the state senate

  24-09-2020 13:24
  
  Michigan’s education budget passed the state senate. Senate Republicans announced the passage yesterday. In a Facebook post, they say the budget recognizes the challenges students, parents, and teachers are facing this school year. The post went on to say the budget represents an increase in funding for K-12 schools, even in the face of a […]
  
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• Algoma District School Board enrolment up 4%

  24-09-2020 13:11
  
  Enrolment is up nearly four percent at the Algoma District School Board. Trustees heard during their meeting this week that the English public board currently has 6,493 students in K-to-8 and 3,232 secondary students. Perhaps the biggest figure to celebrate is the rise in students attending alternative secondary programs, such as Algoma Education Connection, which […]
  
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• Ontario fall pandemic preparedness plan roll out continues today

  24-09-2020 10:00
  
  TORONTO — Premier Doug Ford is expected to continue the roll out of his fall pandemic preparedness plan today. Health Minister Christine Elliott’s office has confirmed the announcement will provide spending details related to testing and case and contact management. The premier has already announced the province will launch a bolstered flu shot campaign in the coming weeks in […]
  
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• Letter: Are you ready to lose? - Opinion - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  24-09-2020 07:30
  Letter: Are you ready to lose? - Opinion  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Berlin Township 8/24/2020 meeting synopsis - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  24-09-2020 07:30
  Berlin Township 8/24/2020 meeting synopsis - News  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• NCAA Division One Basketball to start this fall

  24-09-2020 03:35
  
  The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division One council has opted to delay the start of the basketball season by two weeks. According to an announcement on the NCAA website, the first games will be played on November 25, 2020. In order to keep COVID exposure limited there will be no pre-season games and also […]
  
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• Algoma Public Health is reporting a new COVID-19 case in a resident in the Algoma district

  24-09-2020 02:47
  
  Algoma Public Health is reporting a new confirmed case of COVID-19 in the Algoma District. The resident was tested on September 29 and is currently self-isolating. The cause of the exposure is stated as due to “international travel” with close contacts having been notified. The location of this case in the Algoma District has not […]
  
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• COVID case linked to international travel

  24-09-2020 02:46 via saultstar.com
  
  Algoma Public Health links the region’s latest confirmed COVID-19 case with international travel. Read More
  
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• Parliament resumes full operations today with debate on throne speech

  24-09-2020 02:04
  
  OTTAWA – The fate of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s minority Liberal government hangs in the balance as Parliament resumes all normal operations today for the first time in six months. Opposition parties will give their official responses to Wednesday’s speech from the throne but they’ve already signalled that Trudeau can’t count on support from any […]
  
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• ONNtv Local 5pm Newscast – Sept 23

  24-09-2020 01:16
  
  Here is your 5pm local news and weather report for September 23, 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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• ONNtv Weather Minute – Sept 23

  24-09-2020 01:12
  
  Make sure to subscribe to our Sault Online/ONNtv YouTube channel by clicking here. Watch Special Report Monday to Friday at 8am & 1pm with Chris Oldcorn and Weather with Daniel Laprade. You can also catch Daniel throughout the day with your ONNtv Weather Minute, as well as on the 5pm Evening News. Send in your Weather […]
  
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