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• Granlund cartoon: Holiday overlap - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  24-11-2020 22:35
  Granlund cartoon: Holiday overlap  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Sault High girls basketball returns veteran lineup - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  24-11-2020 22:11
  Sault High girls basketball returns veteran lineup  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Mitens named WCHA Goaltender of the Week - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  24-11-2020 22:11
  Mitens named WCHA Goaltender of the Week  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Chicago hires Coyne Schofield as player development coach - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  24-11-2020 22:11
  Chicago hires Coyne Schofield as player development coach  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Fentanyl seized

  24-11-2020 21:38 via saultstar.com
  
  A fake firearm and 23 grams of fentanyl were allegedly found when police stopped a vehicle Monday night. Read More
  
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• Justin Bieber leads Canadian Grammy nods, Kaytranada among new artist contenders

  24-11-2020 21:25
  
  TORONTO — Justin Bieber is coming out on top as the leading Canadian nominee at the Grammys. The Stratford, Ont.-raised pop superstar picked up four nominations this year, including best pop vocal album for “Changes,” pop solo performance for “Yummy” and pop duo for “Intentions,” a song he sings with rapper Quavo. He also shared […]
  
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• Conservation authorities face having powers peeled

  24-11-2020 21:08 via saultstar.com
  
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• Conservation authorities face biggest change in its existence

  24-11-2020 21:08 via saultstar.com
  
  Conservation authorities across Ontario are being handcuffed by the provincial government as they make moves to limit their powers under a bill introduced earlier this month. Read More
  
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• ‘Behind every number is a person, a family’

  24-11-2020 20:53 via saultstar.com
  
  Lisa Case puts it personally: Behind each figure is someone’s family member and friend. Read More
  
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• Cyr column: Asia nations take major step forward - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  24-11-2020 19:33
  Cyr column: Asia nations take major step forward  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• MILLS, Glenn William

  24-11-2020 19:02
  
  Surrounded by family, Glenn Mills passed peacefully at the Algoma Residential Community Hospice on Sunday, November 22nd at the age of 93. He will finally be reunited with the love of his life, wife Mary and his beloved son Randy. Heaven will have a line of his family to greet him – his Mother Olive […]
  
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• Airport service level reviewed

  24-11-2020 18:27 via saultstar.com
  
  A review planned by NAV Canada will decide if aiport advisory services should replace air traffic control at Sault Ste. Marie Airport. Read More
  
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• Holiday Pic of the Day: Lianne Lavergne

  24-11-2020 17:55
  
  Today’s Holiday Pic of the Day comes from Lianne Lavergne. A beautiful picture of her living room decorated for Christmas. 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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• Outbreak declared after six from Nipissing University test positive for COVID-19

  24-11-2020 17:49
  
  NORTH BAY, Ont. — Public health officials have declared an outbreak after six members of Nipissing University’s athletic community tested positive for COVID-19. The North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit says the individuals interacted with other people at the university’s gym and at social gatherings in the community. It says they do not live […]
  
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• Pandemic or Not, Victim Services is Still Here to Help

  24-11-2020 17:30
  
  You are not alone, support is available, give us a call Since the onset of COVID-19, members of the Ontario Network of Victim Service Providers (ONVSP) have seen an increase in domestic violence and sexual assault calls. And with a second wave becoming increasingly turbulent, so do the lives of vulnerable persons. As such, ONVSP […]
  
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• Trunk Road Investigation

  24-11-2020 17:20
  
  SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – At 10:58 p.m. on November 23, 2020 police were notified of a fire at a residence in the 1100 block of Trunk Road. At this time the fire has been deemed suspicious and the investigation is ongoing. Officers remain on scene at this time. The Ontario Fire Marshall has been […]
  
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• Suspicious blaze probed

  24-11-2020 17:17 via saultstar.com
  
  A suspicious fire at a home in the 1100 block of Trunk Road is under investigation. Read More
  
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• MDHHS issues Thanksgiving guidance for vulnerable populations

  24-11-2020 16:55
  
  LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) today issued Thanksgiving celebration guidance for vulnerable populations to help ensure their health and safety and prevent the spread of COVID-19. “While we are advising everyone to avoid Thanksgiving gatherings beyond their own households, it’s especially critical that residents of nursing homes and […]
  
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• Airports seeing many travellers board flights to celebrate Thanksgiving

  24-11-2020 16:46
  
  SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. – American Thanksgiving is fast approaching and according to national numbers, more than a million travelers have already been to the airport to get a jump on this year’s Thanksgiving travel craziness. The week leading up to Thanksgiving is one of the busiest times of the year at airports all across […]
  
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• Heffner column: Following the rules - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  24-11-2020 16:24
  Heffner column: Following the rules  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Facebook group connects Indians, Sault residents

  24-11-2020 16:04 via saultstar.com
  
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• ONNtv Weather Minute – Nov 24

  24-11-2020 15:50
  
  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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• Elliot Lake man dies in crash

  24-11-2020 15:44 via saultstar.com
  
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• Crypts available Monday

  24-11-2020 15:28 via saultstar.com
  
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• SSM Crime Stoppers: Several Incidents of Fraud

  24-11-2020 15:13
  
  Several Credit Card Frauds Crime Stoppers and the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service are requesting your assistance in identifying a suspect involved in several incidents of fraud. On October 1, 2020, the suspect fraudulently used a victim’s credit card three times. Then, on October 12, 2020, the suspect used another victim’s credit card two times. […]
  
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• Bogus cheque passed

  24-11-2020 15:13 via saultstar.com
  
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• Ontario Nurses' Association calls for Sault Ste. Marie & District Group Health Centre to Respect RNs and NPs - Canada NewsWire

  24-11-2020 15:00
  Ontario Nurses' Association calls for Sault Ste. Marie & District Group Health Centre to Respect RNs and NPs  Canada NewsWire
  
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• Alamos hikes dividend paid

  24-11-2020 14:57 via saultstar.com
  
  Alamos Gold is increasing the dividend paid to its shareholders. Read More
  
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• Statement from Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson on the Board of State Canvassers certification of Nov. 3 election

  24-11-2020 13:34
  
  Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson statement on November 3 election: “Democracy has prevailed. Today’s vote of the State Board of Canvassers to certify Michigan’s November election confirms the truth: the election was fair and secure, and the results accurately reflect the will of the voters. A record breaking 5.5 million Michigan citizens cast ballots in […]
  
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• Millroy: Council Needs a Mask By-Law

  24-11-2020 12:14
  
  Residents of the Sault have done well in following Algoma Public Health’s policy directing that businesses/organizations adopt a policy that requires all members of the public and employees who enter or remain in an enclosed public space to wear a mask or face covering. I think that has gone a long way toward keeping the […]
  
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• Ontario Appoints New Ministers’ COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Task Force

  24-11-2020 12:13
  
  The former Chief of Defence Staff for the Canadian Forces has been tapped to lead Ontario’s newly formed Ministers’ COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Task Force. Rick Hillier, who also served as Commander of the NATO-led forces during the war in Afghanistan, will lead what the Ontario Government describes as the largest vaccine rollout in a generation. […]
  
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• Fire in Sault Ste. Marie on Monday night deemed suspicious - CTV Toronto

  24-11-2020 09:00
  
  Fire in Sault Ste. Marie on Monday night deemed suspicious  CTV Toronto
  
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• Library’s North Branch open

  24-11-2020 08:00 via saultthisweek.com
  
  The North Branch of Sault Ste. Marie Public Library, 232 C Northern Ave., reopened Wednesday, Nov. 18.
  Hours are Monday to Friday noon to 5 p.m., closed on weekends, says a media release.
  Library services that will remain unavailable include:
  • Room Rentals
  • Copying/Scanning/Faxing services
  • Visiting Library Service
  • Daily Periodicals/Newspapers
  • Educational Toys in the Children’s areas
  • Study Area Space
  • Self-service Public Access Catalogues
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• Letter: God will bless us still - Opinion - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  24-11-2020 07:42
  Letter: God will bless us still - Opinion  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• James Roy Herrell notice - News - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  24-11-2020 07:42
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• Library holds annual Craft Fest

  24-11-2020 07:39 via saultthisweek.com
  
  Sault Ste. Marie Public Library’s fifth annual Paper Craft Fest has begun, with pre-packaged craft projects available for pick up at the James L. McIntyre Centennial Library, 50 East St.
  All can visit the library to choose from a variety of craft projects to work on at home, says a media release.
  This year’s craft line-up includes:
  • Mad for Plaid Christmas Cards
  • Sheet Music Angel Ornaments
  • Origami Candy Boxes
  • Book Folding
  • Nordic Snowflake Gift Tags
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• New North opens Christmas store in town

  24-11-2020 07:19 via saultthisweek.com
  
  New North Greenhouses has opened a holiday store at the old liquor store location in Churchill Plaza.
  The store offers decorations, festive greens and custom holiday arrangments.
  Tracey Morgan, team leader, will create custom planters with fresh B.C. pine, fir and cedar, and premium quality branches of holly, magnolia, boxwood and seeded eucalyptus, says a media release.
  The store also stocks holiday bling and natural elements to add flair to planters.
  For D.I.Y. Christmas gardeners New North ha
  
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• Northern Credit Union hopes to brighten spirits

  24-11-2020 07:06 via saultthisweek.com
  
  Northern Credit Union seeks nominations of individuals or families who seem most deserving of a special gift this Christmas season.
  The credit union’s Making Spirits Bright campaign requires nominators to complete a survey at www.surveymonkey.com/r/brighter and provide information on why the nominee is deserving.
  Nominations will be collected until Friday Dec. 4.
  The credit union will award prizes in each of the 29 communities it serves, says a media release. Read More
  
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• Mayor announces contest winners

  24-11-2020 07:02 via saultthisweek.com
  
  Mayor Christian Provenzano’s Christmas Card competition received 150 submissions from local elementary school aged children and selected six to be used as the mayor’s annual Christmas Card.
  Winners are:
  Cole Douglas Teresinski, Age 10, R.M. Moore Public School
  Alexandra Bishop, Age 10, R.M. Moore Public School
  Theo Swiderski, Age 7, F.H. Clergue
  Avery Pelletier, Age 13, F.H. Clergue
  Mia Annett, Age 7, École Publique Écho-des-Rapides
  Raya Horton., Age 6, St. Basil
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• Proper watering is the secret of indoor plant care in winter

  24-11-2020 06:38 via saultthisweek.com
  
  As focus shifts from outdoors to inside at this time of year, I really enjoy caring for my indoor plants. Every time I go by one of them, I am checking for dead leaves that must be nipped off or long straggly growth that should be pinched back.
  Since I am off today, I have done a thorough check of each plant. My one cactus needs no attention at all throughout the winter. It is quite content to sit in its sunny spot just being.
  This group of plants is perfect for the person who doesn’t like
  
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• What good are COVID zones without travel restrictions?

  24-11-2020 06:35 via saultthisweek.com
  
  I feel like a lot of my columns lately have been much of the same – follow public health guidelines and why isn’t Doug Ford doing more – so I do hope you’ll forgive me this one more.
  But for real, COVID case numbers are now breaking records almost every day. We’ve got almost four times the number of cases we were having back in March when the government implemented a full provincial lockdown. And yet, Doug Ford is continuing to hem and haw.
  I know, the government ha
  
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• Stiff fines would convince the maskless to mask up

  24-11-2020 06:29 via saultthisweek.com
  
  Residents of the Sault have done well in following Algoma Public Health’s policy directive requiring that businesses/organizations adopt a policy that requires all members of the public and employees who enter or remain in an enclosed public space to wear a mask or face covering.
  I think that has gone a long way toward keeping the infection rate low in the Sault area with, as of this writing, only 58 positive cases being reported out of 59,796 tests and only one remaining active.
  But over
  
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• Queen Street lights up, downtown shopping extended

  24-11-2020 06:27 via saultthisweek.com
  
  Sault Ste. Marie’s Downtown Association has kicked off its 12 Days to Light up the Holidays.
  The “Queenstown family” invites shoppers to take in late night shopping every Thursday and Friday until the end of December and to take advantage of seasonal deals and discounts, says a media release.
  Merchants will light their storefronts and seasonal displays will add charm to Queen Street, the release says.
  Ermatinger-Clergue National Historic Site, the future site of the Downtown Pl
  
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• East End Fire

  24-11-2020 06:25
  
  Sault Ste. Marie Ont. –  At approximately 10:40 p.m. Monday night, Sault Fire Services responded to the corner of Trunk Road and Queensgate boulevard. Upon arrival they found a white building was fully involved. Every crew from the city was on scene as well as the Platoon Commander. They ventilated the building and were still […]
  
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• ADSB unites virtual and in-person pupils in hybrid classroom

  24-11-2020 06:04 via saultthisweek.com
  
  After nearly three months of running two entirely separate learning systems, Algoma District School Board has moved all of its elementary students to a hybrid model in which elementary teachers teach both in-class and virtual students simultaneously.
  In September, ADSB opted to implement a model that included an all-virtual school with classrooms, teachers, and principals dedicated to students learning remotely, in addition to separate in-person classes. On Nov. 17, those virtual learners were r
  
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• Magnets a new angle in fishing

  24-11-2020 05:56 via saultthisweek.com
  
  Those looking for a new family-friendly hobby that’s good for the environment can join a small group of enthusiasts that has recently taken on magnet fishing.
  Jeff McKersie is a local magnet-fishing enthusiast who began the hobby shortly after the COVID-19 pandemic began.
  “We were looking for a new activity to do with our boys that would get us outside,” McKersie told Sault This Week. “We were drawn to it because it helps the environment and is kind of like treasure hunti
  
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• ONNtv Local Evening News – Nov 23

  24-11-2020 03:37
  
  Here is your 5pm local news and weather report. 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 and videos including First […]
  
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• First Local PM – Nov 23

  24-11-2020 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 Weather Minute – Nov 23

  24-11-2020 03:32
  
  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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