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• Maple Leafs sign 2006 Hart winner Joe Thornton to one-year contract

  16-10-2020 23:09
  
  TORONTO — The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed 41-year-old forward Joe Thornton to a one-year contract worth US$700,000. Thornton, a six-time all star and the winner of the Hart Memorial Trophy as league MVP in 2006, is a veteran of 1,636 career NHL regular-season games between the Boston Bruins and San Jose Sharks. He has […]
  
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• Too soon for election stomping

  16-10-2020 21:09 via saultstar.com
  
  And so it begins. Read More
  
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• Prince in fine fiscal fettle: Auditor

  16-10-2020 20:38 via saultstar.com
  
  Prince Township sits in a comfortable financial position when compared with many small municipalities in Northern Ontario. Read More
  
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• Liberals propose special committee to examine pandemic-related spending

  16-10-2020 20:33
  
  OTTAWA — The minority Liberal government is proposing a special House of Commons committee to examine billions of dollars of COVID-19 pandemic-related spending. The proposal is an attempt to pre-empt a Conservative party motion to create a special “anti-corruption” committee that would zero in exclusively on what the official Opposition considers scandals — including the […]
  
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• NSHN prepared for second wave: Official

  16-10-2020 20:07 via saultstar.com
  
  ALGOMA — North Shore Health Network says it is prepared for the second wave of COVID-19. Read More
  
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• Teen safe

  16-10-2020 19:59 via saultstar.com
  
  A teen reported missing Friday was located later in the day. Read More
  
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• Teen is missing

  16-10-2020 19:59 via saultstar.com
  
  A Sault Ste. Marie teenager is missing.Read More
  
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• Former HSCDSB educator, board member hailed for ‘sense of humour and integrity’

  16-10-2020 19:40 via saultstar.com
  
  WAWA — Gerry Beerkens is described by many who knew him as a man of integrity. Read More
  
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• Trudeau says feds want fixes, not control, of long-term care system

  16-10-2020 19:39
  
  OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he has no intention of trying to assert federal jurisdiction over long-term care facilities but still believes there is a role for Ottawa to play in fixing the country’s troubled nursing homes. Trudeau is pushing the provinces to agree to harmonize minimum standards for long-term care so that […]
  
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• 16 Year Old Female Missing

  16-10-2020 19:37
  
  The Sault Ste. Marie Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a 16 year old missing person Kaitana Biron. Kaitana is described as being five foot one, 100lbs, shoulder length brown hair, last seen wearing a blue Tommy Hilfiger wind breaker, rose colored fuzzy sweater and white Tommy Hilfiger shoes. If anyone knows the […]
  
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• Stegemann to be keynote speaker at Millworks virtual conference

  16-10-2020 19:08 via saultstar.com
  
  This year’s Bridges to Better Business event will take place virtually. Read More
  
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• Thunderbirds sign another netminder

  16-10-2020 18:54
  
  Three weeks ago on September 24th, the Soo Thunderbirds signed goaltender and Calgary, Alberta native Scott Young out of Sweden, and yesterday on October 15th, they added another netminder by signing Alex Bugeja. Bugeja, who is a 2001 birth year netminder, spent last season with the Superior International Junior Hockey League’s Fort Frances Lakers, where […]
  
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• Provinces need to address racism in the health-care system: Trudeau

  16-10-2020 18:43
  
  OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says provinces must do more to address racism in the health-care system, saying reconciliation with Indigenous people is not up to the federal government alone. The issue of anti-Indigenous racism in health care gained new attention from outrage over the treatment of Joyce Echaquan, who used her phone to […]
  
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• Possible Overdose Death on First Avenue

  16-10-2020 18:29
  
  Sault Online was notified this morning about a possible overdose death in the 200 block of First Avenue last night. Officials with Sault Ste. Marie Police Service stated an incident at that location last night is under investigation by a detective. The address is well-known to the police department. This is a developing story.
  
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• Four new COVID-19 Cases in Chippewa County

  16-10-2020 18:20
  
  The Chippewa County Health Department is continuing to monitor what it calls a dramatic increase in positive COVID-19 cases. Since September 2, the region has seen an increase of more than 30 cases with more than 14,000 tests being administered in that time. The health department is stressing the importance of taking the proper precautions […]
  
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• Eskymos outlast Blue Devils in five sets - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  16-10-2020 18:14
  Eskymos outlast Blue Devils in five sets  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• War Memorial coronavirus update - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  16-10-2020 18:06
  War Memorial coronavirus update  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Sixth in series looking at candidate issues - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  16-10-2020 18:06
  Sixth in series looking at candidate issues  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Trojans sweep past Bays in EUPC match - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  16-10-2020 18:01
  Trojans sweep past Bays in EUPC match  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Arena hosts flu shot clinics

  16-10-2020 17:21 via saultstar.com
  
  Eight flu shot clinics will be offered at GFL Memorial Gardens starting next weekend.Read More
  
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• Check the garage: All stores must accept returnables - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  16-10-2020 16:57
  Check the garage: All stores must accept returnables  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• City transit terminal reopens

  16-10-2020 16:39 via saultstar.com
  
  Sault Ste. Marie Transit reopens its bus terminal on Monday.Read More
  
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• ONNtv Weather Minute – Oct 16

  16-10-2020 16:34
  
  Watch First Local Monday to Friday at 8am with Chris Oldcorn, Colette Linden 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 Watcher photos/videos to [email protected] with your name and location. Like Weather Daniel on Facebook Follow […]
  
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• Sault Ste. Marie bus terminal to re-open - SaultOnline.com

  16-10-2020 16:31
  
  Sault Ste. Marie bus terminal to re-open  SaultOnline.com
  
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• Sault Ste. Marie bus terminal to re-open

  16-10-2020 16:31
  
  The City of Sault Ste. Marie is pleased to re-open its Dennis Street Bus Terminal on October 19, 2020. In compliance with Provincial Guidelines for opening facilities and in consultation with Algoma Public Health, the following modifications will be in effect: Seating will be spaced appropriately to ensure 2 meters of physical distancing is maintained. […]
  
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• OLG new president starts job Oct. 26

  16-10-2020 16:30 via saultstar.com
  
  Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp. has appointed a new president and chief executive officer. Read More
  
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• Ontario reports 712 new cases of COVID-19, nine new deaths from virus

  16-10-2020 16:28
  
  TORONTO — Ontario is reporting 712 new cases of COVID-19 today, along with nine new deaths related to the novel coronavirus. Health Minister Christine Elliott says 213 of the new cases are in Toronto, 135 are in Peel Region, 108 are in Ottawa and 62 are in York Region. Elliott says 713 cases have been […]
  
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• Algoma Ontario Health Team Launches Flu Clinic with Support from Community Partners

  16-10-2020 16:14
  
  Beginning Friday, October 23, 2020, the Algoma Ontario Health Team (AlgomaOHT), in partnership with several community partners, will open a Community Flu Clinic at the GFL Memorial Gardens at 269 Queen Street East. “The AlgomaOHT Flu Clinic’s purpose is to provide as many people as we can with access to the flu shot,” says Dr. […]
  
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• Looper column: Artificial intelligence, humanity and the future - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  16-10-2020 16:08
  Looper column: Artificial intelligence, humanity and the future  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• S&P/TSX composite edges higher as U.S. stock markets climb, loonie rises

  16-10-2020 15:26
  
  TORONTO — Gains in the technology sector helped Canada’s main stock index edge up in early trading, while U.S. stock markets climbed higher. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 4.77 points at 16,505.80. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was up 124.57 points at 28,618.77. The S&P 500 index was up 11.54 points […]
  
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• OLG Announces New President and CEO

  16-10-2020 15:19
  
  Today, the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) announced the appointment of A. Duncan Hannay as President and Chief Executive Officer effective October 26, 2020. “Following an extensive recruitment effort, we are pleased to welcome OLG’s new President and CEO, Duncan Hannay,” said Peter Deeb, Chair of OLG. “Duncan is a seasoned executive leader and […]
  
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• First Local AM – Oct 16

  16-10-2020 15:19
  
  Here is today’s First Local 8AM Edition, where you can watch on demand! Join Christopher Oldcorn, Colette Linden and Daniel Laprade weekdays on First Local. 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 the discussion! Follow Chris on Twitter and Instagram […]
  
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• Six Sault artists featured

  16-10-2020 15:09 via saultstar.com
  Works by six Algoma Art Society members are featured in Northern Ontario Art Association’s 64th annual juried exhibition.Read More
  
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• Concert Officially Cancelled

  16-10-2020 15:04
  
  The Sault Symphony Orchestra regrets to announce that the Pierre Schryer concert – originally scheduled for April, then postponed to this season – has been officially cancelled. Those who had purchased a ticket to the show may receive a refund for their tickets by contacting the Box Office at 705-945-7299 (leave a message) or [email protected]. […]
  
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• Great Lakes gets new freighter

  16-10-2020 14:44 via saultstar.com
  
  A new dry-bulk carrier is headed to the Great Lakes.Read More
  
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• Spanish woman wins $100,000

  16-10-2020 14:23 via saultstar.com
  
  Suzanne Neely can thank her husband for a six-figure lottery win.Read More
  
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• Sault Ste. Marie gets its very own chocolate bar! - SooToday

  16-10-2020 14:00
  
  Sault Ste. Marie gets its very own chocolate bar!  SooToday
  
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• Cargo shipments are down

  16-10-2020 14:00 via saultstar.com
  Shipment of almost all types of cargo on the St. Lawrence Seaway fell in September.Read More
  
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• Wawa mine production drops

  16-10-2020 13:45 via saultstar.com
  
  Deferred mill maintenance and an equipment improvement slowed production at a Wawa-area gold mine. Read More
  
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• LSSU’s Criminal Justice Professor wins Sheriff of the Year

  16-10-2020 13:32
  
  A northern Michigan sheriff is being honored. The Michigan Sheriffs Association named Mackinac County’s Scott Strait as its Sheriff of the Year. Strait announced earlier this year that he was retiring from law enforcement after over 30 years of service. He said he can’t think of a better way to close out his career.
  
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• Weatherford cartoon: Ready to campaign - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  16-10-2020 11:56
  Weatherford cartoon: Ready to campaign  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Exeter Township 10/28/2020 accuracy test - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  16-10-2020 11:56
  Exeter Township 10/28/2020 accuracy test  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Letter: Mental health deserves support, funding - Opinion - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  16-10-2020 07:04
  Letter: Mental health deserves support, funding - Opinion  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Letter: Meanwhile, wear a mask, guys - Opinion - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  16-10-2020 07:04
  Letter: Meanwhile, wear a mask, guys - Opinion  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Letter: Make the choice right for you - Opinion - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  16-10-2020 07:04
  Letter: Make the choice right for you - Opinion  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• All seats up for grabs in Wheatland Township - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  16-10-2020 04:20
  All seats up for grabs in Wheatland Township  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• First Local PM – Oct 15

  16-10-2020 03:34
  
  Here is today’s First Local 1PM Edition, where you can watch on demand! Join Christopher Oldcorn, Colette Linden and Daniel Laprade weekdays on First Local. 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 the discussion! Follow Chris on Twitter and Instagram […]
  
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• ONNtv 5pm Local Newscast – Oct 15

  16-10-2020 03:29
  
  Here is your 5pm local news and weather report for October 15, 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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