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• Honda recalls 130,000 vehicles in Canada: Fit, Accord, Civic, Insight and Acura ILX

  16-12-2020 23:51
  
  MARKHAM, Ont. — Honda says it will recall 130,000 vehicles in Canada, including certain Fit, Civic, Accord, Insight and Acura ILX models, after announcing a similar recall of 1.4 million vehicles in the U.S. The automaker says 96,761 of the recalled vehicles need repairs for drive shafts that can break due to corrosion from winter […]
  
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• Santa visiting Sault Michigan

  16-12-2020 21:46
  
  THIS JUST IN! It has been confirmed that Santa Claus will be visiting our little town of Sault Ste. Marie TOMORROW, Thursday, December 17th. His Holiday Cheer Tour begins at 5:30 p.m. at the SSM Fire Station. Check out his route and timeline to find when he’ll be closest to your area! Bundle up, come […]
  
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• BLACK, Nellie Ann (Stefani)

  16-12-2020 21:25
  
  ~August 1, 1927 to December 13, 2020~ With sadness and much love our family announces the passing of Nellie. Daughter of the late Francesca (Frances) Legato (nee Serravalle) and Emilio Stefani. Joining her brothers and sisters who have passed before: Esther, Elsie (late Tony), John (late Joanne) and Peter. Devoted wife to the late William […]
  
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• Free COVID-19 testing available in Sault Ste. Marie Thursday - WLUC

  16-12-2020 21:04
  
  Free COVID-19 testing available in Sault Ste. Marie Thursday  WLUC
  
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• Holiday Pic of the Day: Stacey Hill

  16-12-2020 21:03
  
  Today’s Holiday Pic of the Day comes from Stacey Hill. A beautiful picture of the Christmas Tree and decorations. Send us your holiday pics to be featured on First Local Mornings (8 a.m. ONNtv) and SaultOnline @ [email protected]  Ready, set, decorate!
  
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• Automatic Adjournment of Court Dates Ended

  16-12-2020 20:25
  
  Since March 16, 2020 criminal case management court matters for accused individuals who are not in custody have been automatically adjourned to another court date. This process was put in place by the Ontario Court of Justice (OCJ), using a bench warrant with discretion for the accused individuals who were absent from the initial court […]
  
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• Two levels of Government coming together to help communities thrive and strive

  16-12-2020 19:48
  
  Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada The Federal and Provincial Governments are working together by investing $5 million in the First Cobalt Corporation. This venture will accelerate domestic production of battery-grade cobalt sulfate, a required element needed to produce long-range electric vehicles (EVs). The announcement was made today by Terry Sheehan, Parliamentary Secretary to the […]
  
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• Storey, Causley collect D4 All-State honors - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  16-12-2020 19:19
  Storey, Causley collect D4 All-State honors  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• MORRISON, Craig Thomas

  16-12-2020 18:37
  
  Knowing and feeling the love of family and friends from near and far Craig Morrison suddenly passed away on Monday, December 14, 2020 at the age of 61. Loving and loyal husband to Josie (nee Sicoly) for 37 years. Cherished son to the late Dorothy and Robert Morrison and special nephew to the late Ella […]
  
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• Holiday Pic of the Day: Melanie Beaulieu

  16-12-2020 18:24
  
  Today’s Holiday Pic of the Day comes from Melanie Beaulieu. A cute picture of her “reindeer” dog. Send us your holiday pics to be featured on First Local Mornings (8 a.m. ONNtv) and SaultOnline @ [email protected]  Ready, set, decorate!
  
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• Canadian to orbit moon in 2023

  16-12-2020 18:18
  
  If all goes well the first Canadian Space Agency Astronaut will join their American counterparts on the first trip back to the moon. Artemis II is planned to launch in 2023 and do a flyby of the moon. This was part of an announcement made by the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry Navdeep Bains. […]
  
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• ERICKSON, John Milton

  16-12-2020 18:02
  
  Passed away on Monday, December 14, 2020 at the age of 68. Predeceased by his parents Milton and Mary Erickson. Loving brother of Bob Erickson, Diane Thomas (Jim) and Dave Erickson (Nancy). John will be fondly remembered by many aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, cousins and friends. Special nephew of auntie Marguerite Wyszynski. A private family […]
  
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• JACOBS, George Joseph

  16-12-2020 17:41
  
  ~August 22, 1955 – December 14, 2020~ We are deeply saddened by George’s passing on December 14, 2020. When he was born our mother often spoke of his spirit animal: The Red Squirrel who visited him. George was a wonderful son who took care of parents until they passed on. He was a great brother. […]
  
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• Ontario reports 2,139 new COVID-19 cases today, and 43 new deaths from the virus

  16-12-2020 16:56
  
  TORONTO — Ontario is reporting 2,139 new cases of COVID-19 today, and 43 new deaths due to the virus. Health Minister Christine Elliott says 780 cases were in Toronto, 528 in Peel Region,  148 in York Region, 143 in Durham, and 111 in Windsor-Essex. The province says it has conducted 49,189 tests since the last […]
  
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• Canadians asked to ‘picture life without restaurants’ as industry hits grim milestone

  16-12-2020 16:40
  
  TORONTO — A restaurant industry group is asking Canadians to imagine a life without their local restaurants after it says the country lost more than 10,000 eateries since the introduction of pandemic lockdowns. Restaurants Canada is calling on customers to support their local food and drink establishments this holiday season by buying gift cards, ordering […]
  
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• Algoma District School Board schools demonstrate their character with donations to local agencies

  16-12-2020 16:33
  
  December can be a difficult month at the best of times for some families, individuals and community organizations who support those most in need. This year, more than ever, that is the case. The Covid-19 pandemic has impacted some fundraising opportunities and donation options as restrictions were required to ensure everyone’s health and safety. Still, […]
  
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• Holiday Pic of the Day: Anna Cavaliere

  16-12-2020 16:26
  
  Today’s Holiday Pic of the Day comes from Anna Cavaliere. A beautiful picture of her Christmas Tree. Send us your holiday pics to be featured on First Local Mornings (8 a.m. ONNtv) and SaultOnline @ [email protected]  Ready, set, decorate!
  
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• Thunderbirds dominate Express in the Soo

  16-12-2020 15:58
  
  After picking up their first win of the season just over two weeks ago in Blind River, the Soo Thunderbirds returned to the John Rhodes Community Centre on Tuesday, December 15th as they took on the Espanola Express, who came in as the top team in the NOJHL’s West Division. And talk about a dominant […]
  
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• Shoreline Conditions Statement – Lake Superior Flood Watch

  16-12-2020 15:47
  
  Issued December 15, 2020@ 8:30 p.m. The Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority (SSMRCA) is advising that Lake Superior water levels remain well above normal. There are observations, reports, and expectations of shoreline erosion or flooding. Lake Superior levels are still well above average and the risk of high-water impacts remains. Last month, Lake Superior […]
  
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• Annual pace of inflation climbs to 1.0 per cent in November, Statistics Canada says

  16-12-2020 14:45
  
  OTTAWA — Statistics Canada says its consumer price index in November was up 1.0 per cent compared with a year ago. The increase compared with a year-over-year increase of 0.7 per cent in October and 0.5 per cent in September. Economists had expected a year-over-year increase for November of 0.8 per cent, according to financial […]
  
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• Trudeau offers condolences as search called off for sailor missing off California

  16-12-2020 13:45
  
  OTTAWA — The search has been called off for a master sailor from Winnipeg who was lost at sea off the coast of California this week. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau issued a statement of condolences Wednesday to the family and shipmates of Duane Earle. Earle is believed to have accidentally fallen overboard the HMCS Winnipeg […]
  
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• Chippewa adds 58 new COVID-19 cases

  16-12-2020 13:34
  
  Bi-weekly COVID Stats: 12/12/2020 thru 12/15/2020 58 new positives (confirmed & probable) 104 new recoveries 168 cases being actively monitored CCHD reminds the community to practice social distancing, wash their hands frequently and to wear your masks.
  
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• “Contamination” partly to blame for cancellation

  16-12-2020 12:42
  
  During the final council meeting of the year, councillors were informed that the $40 million investment would not go forward. As previously reported, the documents in Monday’s agenda indicated the Baawating Urban Indigenous Hub and Housing Development was not going ahead. When questioned by Councillor Scott as to the reasons, Tom Vair, Deputy CAO, Community […]
  
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• LSSU: Dr. Stephen Kolomyjec Named Faculty Coordinator of Hunt Creek Field Station

  16-12-2020 12:11
  
  SAULT STE. MARIE, MI – Lake Superior State University Assistant Professor of Biology Dr. Stephen Kolomyjec has been named faculty coordinator of the LSSU Hunt Creek Field Station in Lewiston, MI. LSSU collaborates with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources on managing the 2,776-acre nature preserve, which has been a research site since 1939. “I […]
  
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• Raise, what raise? Local Personal Support Workers still waiting

  16-12-2020 12:05
  
  Extendicare is holding back the $3 an hour wage increase dolled out by the province in October. Multiple PSW’s have come to SaultOnline expressing their disappointment in not being paid the wage increase since it was brought into effect. The two homes currently not getting the raise are Extendicare Mapleview and F.J. Davey. “Well we […]
  
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• MacDonald Avenue stairs closure

  16-12-2020 11:40
  
  SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – The City’s Public Works and Engineering Services Department would like to inform residents that the MacDonald Avenue and Elizabeth Street stairs are closed until further notice. The closure is necessary following a recent inspection that identified structural and safety concerns. A repair of the stairs is planned in 2021. Residents […]
  
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• Ontario Helps Municipalities and Indigenous Partners Respond to COVID-19

  16-12-2020 11:34
  
  Province delivers more social services relief funding to protect the vulnerable TORONTO – The Ontario government is allocating an additional $120 million to help municipalities and Indigenous community partners protect the health and safety of vulnerable people during COVID-19. This investment builds upon the second phase of social services relief funding announced this fall and […]
  
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• My Take: Huizenga fails leadership test, should resign - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  16-12-2020 09:14
  My Take: Huizenga fails leadership test, should resign  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Two residents arrested after drug investigation - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  16-12-2020 09:00
  Two residents arrested after drug investigation  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Care for winter kid contagions - Sault Ste. Marie Evening News

  16-12-2020 07:52
  Care for winter kid contagions  Sault Ste. Marie Evening News
  
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• Missing Dog in Central SSM

  16-12-2020 01:20
  
  Normally we don’t post missing dogs but this one is the company mascot and pet. Lilly is just over 3 months old and is a grey/chocolate coloured lab. She was last seen on Hawthorne street in the core area of town. She is very timid and wearing a black collar with no tags. If you […]
  
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• FOUND : Missing Dog in Central SSM

  16-12-2020 01:20
  
  Normally we don’t post missing dogs but this one is the company mascot and pet. Lilly is just over 3 months old and is a grey/chocolate coloured lab. She was last seen on Hawthorne street in the core area of town. She is very timid and wearing a black collar with no tags. In a […]
  
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