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• Sault Ste. Marie MSP delivers Thanksgiving meals to community members - WLUC

  23-11-2020 23:47
  
  Sault Ste. Marie MSP delivers Thanksgiving meals to community members  WLUC
  
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• MSP Sault Ste. Marie troopers deliver Thanksgiving meals to community members - WJMN - UPMatters.com

  23-11-2020 22:38
  MSP Sault Ste. Marie troopers deliver Thanksgiving meals to community members  WJMN - UPMatters.com
  
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• Toppled transport

  23-11-2020 21:41 via saultstar.com
  
  An accident involving a transport truck delays traffic on Highway 17 North Sunday morning. The accident occurred some 100 kilometres north of Saut Ste. Marie, near the top of the Mica Bay hill. There is no word on injuries or damage. Read More
  
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• No need to panic shop, stay the course: Officials

  23-11-2020 21:33 via saultstar.com
  
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• No need to panic shop, stay the course

  23-11-2020 21:33 via saultstar.com
  
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• Motion Tabled to Reappoint Chief Medical Officer of Health

  23-11-2020 21:07
  
  In the spirit of stability and need for experience at the top. The Ontario Government is looking to reappoint its Chief Medical Officer of Health when his current mandate expires. Dr. David Williams has agreed to remain in his position beyond February 16 of next year up until September 1, 2021. “Now more than ever, […]
  
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• COVID-19 vaccines will bring life ‘back to normal,’ Ontario premier says

  23-11-2020 20:54
  
  TORONTO — Ontario’s premier suggested Monday things would “get back to normal” once COVID-19 vaccines are approved and mass-produced, as two hot spots in the province entered lockdowns and Eastern Canada’s Atlantic bubble was temporarily dismantled in an effort to curb the spread of the virus. Doug Ford dangled the possibility of an end to […]
  
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• OPP escort brings Manitoulin officer home

  23-11-2020 20:51 via saultstar.com
  
  Police cruisers were to accompany a slain OPP officer as he was returned Monday to Manitoulin. Read More
  
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• MSP in Sault Ste. Marie Spreads Holiday Cheer with Surprise Giveaway - 9&10 News

  23-11-2020 20:49
  
  MSP in Sault Ste. Marie Spreads Holiday Cheer with Surprise Giveaway  9&10 News
  
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• Online shopping set to hit record this year in Canada

  23-11-2020 20:17
  
  OTTAWA — Statistics Canada says online sales are set to hit a record this year, amid limits on in-person shopping during the COVID-19 pandemic. The new data is in line with Statistics Canada’s estimates from the spring when retail e-commerce sales more than doubled from February to May. The agency says online shopping fell this […]
  
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• Bank of Canada keeping close eye on household debt as pandemic drags on, deputy says

  23-11-2020 20:16
  OTTAWA – One of Canada’s top central bankers says the Bank of Canada is keeping a close eye on household debt that were already elevated before COVID-19. The Bank of Canada had warned that a recession could easily strain the financial system and the debt load being carried by households. Deputy governor Toni Gravelle said […]
  
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• ATKINS, Doreen

  23-11-2020 20:03
  
  It is with saddened hearts that the family announces the peaceful passing of Doreen (Miskimins) with her girls by her side on Thursday, November 19, 2020 at the age of 93. Cherished Mother of Terri Elliott (Rick) and Lori Atkins. Long awaited Grandma to Lindsay Virene. Loving partner of the late Les Arnott of 30 […]
  
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• PASHERI, Benjamin “Ben”

  23-11-2020 20:02
  
  Peacefully at Extendicare Mapleview on Friday, November 20, 2020. Loving husband of Alice. Cherished father of Andrea (Mario) and Mark (Shannon). Proud Nunu of Miranda (Ian) and Matthew. Son of the late Armenia and the late Joe. Dear brother of Stella (late Reno), late John (late Bernice) and the late Mary. Uncle of many nieces […]
  
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• Look what they’ve done to the old Sault Ste. Marie Jail (7 photos) - SooToday

  23-11-2020 20:00
  
  Look what they’ve done to the old Sault Ste. Marie Jail (7 photos)  SooToday
  
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• Small businesses seek changes to Ontario lockdown rules as big box stores remain open

  23-11-2020 19:08
  
  TORONTO – The country’s largest organization of small businesses is calling on the Ontario government to think twice about its lockdown policies that force most small businesses to shut down while leaving big-box retailers open. The Canadian Federation of Independent Business says lockdown restrictions imposed on Monday in Toronto and nearby Peel Region allow big […]
  
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• Canadian Armed Forces to formally apologize to victims for sexual misconduct

  23-11-2020 18:49
  
  OTTAWA — The commander of the Canadian Armed Forces is preparing to formally apologize to victims of sexual misconduct. The apology is part of a $900-million settlement agreement that the federal government reached with current and former military members, as well as civilian Defence Department employees, last year after a class-action lawsuit against the Forces. […]
  
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• Giving Thanks Food Drive: Almost 375 families get to celebrate Thanksgiving

  23-11-2020 18:41
  
  SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. – Almost 375 families took home Thanksgiving turkeys, sides, and more at the United Way of the Eastern Upper Peninsula’s annual Giving Thanks Food Distribution Drive held yesterday outside LSSU’s Norris Events Center. Thanks to volunteers from LSSU athletics, the Coast Guard, Central Savings Bank, Feeding America, and the community for […]
  
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• 2nd Annual Red Lock Campaign

  23-11-2020 18:22
  
  The Group Health Centre’s HIV & AIDS Resource Program (HARP) are excited to get underway with the 2nd annual Red Lock Campaign. The goal of the Red Lock Campaign is to shift the conversation around what it’s like living with, or supporting someone living with HIV. The hope is to engage communities in Algoma with […]
  
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• Man Charged with Refusing to Comply with a Demand

  23-11-2020 18:15
  
  On November 21, 2020 officers with Patrol Services arrested 28-year-old Adrian Marcil for refusing to comply with a demand. At 10:30 p.m. police were notified of a vehicle stuck in a ditch in the 1200 block of Peoples Road. Upon arrival officers observed the accused standing outside the vehicle. Upon speaking with the accused officers […]
  
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• Turnovers cost Eagles again in loss against Browns - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-11-2020 18:00
  Turnovers cost Eagles again in loss against Browns  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Holiday Pic of the Day: Debbie Charron

  23-11-2020 17:22
  
  Today’s Holiday Pic of the Day comes from Debbie Charron. A beautiful picture of her Christmas Tree and fireplace. Send us your holiday pics @ [email protected] You can win tickets for Habitat for Humanity’s  Big Ticket Draw or 5th Annual Builder’s Bash Ready, set, decorate!
  
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• Seniors get new reading material

  23-11-2020 17:07 via saultstar.com
  
  A $4,000 grant from District 3 Algoma of RTOERO has netted the Ontario Finnish Rest Home new reading material for its seniors. Read More
  
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• McNALTY, Michael James (Mike)

  23-11-2020 17:02
  
  It is with great sadness we announce Mike’s passing on Monday, November 16, 2020 at London Health Sciences Centre with his brother-in-law Dennis Martin at his side. Beloved husband of Lorraine Nevin. Caring father of Rita McNalty (Cody Brisson). “Adopted” father of the late Samantha Mick. Dear brother of Gary “Ken” McNalty (late Gloria), Sharon […]
  
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• North American stock markets up in early trading to start the week

  23-11-2020 16:18
  
  TORONTO — The energy and metals and mining sectors helped boost Canada’s main stock index in early trading, while U.S. stock markets also climbed higher. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 81.97 points at 17,101.07. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was up 213.45 points at 29,476.93. The S&P 500 index was up […]
  
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• Loblaw expands launch of PC Health app, offering access to nurses, dietitians

  23-11-2020 16:18
  
  BRAMPTON, Ont. — Loblaw Companies Ltd. is expanding the launch of its mobile health and wellness app, a digital tool the company says will provide free access to health-care resources and support. The grocery and pharmacy retailer is making the PC Health app available to download in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta today after an […]
  
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• In the Garden column: Nontraditional holiday houseplants - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-11-2020 16:14
  In the Garden column: Nontraditional holiday houseplants  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• The City Mourns the Passing of Legendary Jim McAuley

  23-11-2020 16:02
  
  SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – A sad day for Sault Ste Marie as 84-Year Old James McAuley died Saturday at Sault Area Hospital. McAuley was one of the figures who brought the Soo Greyhounds hockey team to the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) in 1972 and acted as the team’s president for 20 years. A well-known […]
  
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• Tinsley column: Thanksgiving during COVID - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-11-2020 15:48
  Tinsley column: Thanksgiving during COVID  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Woman Charged with Fraud

  23-11-2020 15:46
  
  SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – On November 19, 2020 officers with Investigation Services arrested 45-year-old Rebecca Kemp for fraud over $5,000. It’s alleged between July 2019 and July 2020 the accused used accounts of a former employer to fraudulently make approximately $48,416 in purchases. She was arrested on November 19, 2020 and charged with fraud […]
  
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• First Local – Nov 23

  23-11-2020 15:24
  
  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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• Barricaded person taken into custody

  23-11-2020 15:12 via saultstar.com
  
  City police say one person was taken safely into custody Sunday after he barricaded himself in a Boundary Road residence for the day. Read More
  
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• Santa arrives at Mall of Monroe - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-11-2020 14:54
  Santa arrives at Mall of Monroe  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Slain OPP officer to have procession from Toronto to Manitoulin Island

  23-11-2020 14:34
  
  TORONTO – An escort home is planned today for an Ontario Provincial Police officer killed in the line of duty last week. The provincial police union says two OPP cruisers will accompany the hearse carrying Constable Marc Hovingh. The procession will leave a Toronto funeral home at noon and drive more than five hours to […]
  
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• COVID-19 Cases Drop for Michigan State Athletes

  23-11-2020 13:25
  
  Due to an ongoing COVID-19 outbreak on the Terrapins’ football team, Michigan State was unable to play its football game in Maryland this week. Fortunately, Michigan State is seeing its virus numbers go down among athletes. From November 12th-19th, the Spartans reported four new cases among athletes in the newest round of testing, plus one […]
  
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• Lakers Pull Ahead Late in the Third Period to Take a 4-1 Win over Michigan Tech

  23-11-2020 13:07
  
  SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. – The Lake Superior State University hockey team closed out the first series of the program’s 55th season with a 4-1 win over the Michigan Tech Huskies on Sunday, Nov. 22 at the Taffy Abel Arena in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. Hampus Eriksson, Jack Jeffers, Ashton Calder and Pete Veillette scored […]
  
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• Embracing the rebuild - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-11-2020 11:10
  Embracing the rebuild  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Toronto and Peel Region enter lockdown phase of province’s pandemic plan

  23-11-2020 10:00
  
  Toronto and Peel Region have entered the lockdown stage of Ontario’s pandemic protection plan. It means that for at least the next 28 days, non-essential retailers can only offer curbside pickup, while restaurants are closed to all but takeout and delivery orders in the two COVID-19 hot spots. Personal services have also been forced to […]
  
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• Looking Out: Understanding the law of the creek - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-11-2020 08:04
  Looking Out: Understanding the law of the creek  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Boost your happiness hormones naturally - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-11-2020 06:26
  Boost your happiness hormones naturally  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Lakers open with win, tie against Huskies - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-11-2020 01:12
  Lakers open with win, tie against Huskies  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Burned Down Strip Club: City Staff say $60,000 but Mayor talks $350,000 with owner

  23-11-2020 00:15
  
  SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – Citizens were right to ask questions about how this decision was made and Mayor Provenzano’s fingerprints are all over it. Regardless of what the Integrity Commissioner preliminary report says. The official acquisition for this property started way back at 2:01 a.m. March 14, 2019, with an official request from property […]
  
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• Panthers shut out Lions, 20-0 - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  23-11-2020 00:01
  Panthers shut out Lions, 20-0  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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