Sault Ste. Marie news

• 'Great run' ends for Stompin' Tom show

  08-07-2026 22:07 via saultstar.com
  
  It’s the end of the road for Bud the Spud, Big Joe Mufferaw and Lady, k.d. lang. Whiskey Jack is wrapping up its tribute to Stompin’ Tom Connors after more than a decade and hundreds of shows across the country.A spike in travel costs since the COVID-19 pandemic and an aging audience familiar with the late New Brunswick native’s songs added up to no more Roving All Over the Land for the band featuring Bar River native Duncan Fremlin. “ It’s been a great run for us,
  
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• Sault boardwalk assault leads to fourth youth being charged

  08-07-2026 19:31 via saultstar.com
  
  A fourth youth faces a charge following a disturbance on the boardwalk on St. Mary’s River Drive last Saturday.The teen is accused of punching another youth in the face. Minor injuries resulted. The accused, 15, was charged with assault. No name can be released under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. Court date is Aug. 25. Three other young people also face assault charges involving two victims.
  
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• Keep on your toes as West Nile virus recently detected: Algoma Public Health

  08-07-2026 18:05 via saultstar.com
  
  With West Nile virus recently detected regionally, Algoma Public Health reminds residents of potential risk during mosquito season. Two wild birds, one in Sault Ste. Marie and the other in East Algoma, have tested positive for WNV, identified in birds, mosquitoes, horses, and humans in Ontario since the summer of 2001. Algoma Public Health (APH) advises residents that two wild birds, one in Sault Ste. Marie and the other in East Algoma, have tested positive. WNV has been identified in birds, mo
  
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• Cargo shipped on St. Lawrence Seaway falls in June

  08-07-2026 17:34 via saultstar.com
  
  Cargo shipped on the St. Lawrence Seaway, including the Soo Locks in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich.,.slipped in June. Shipments stood at 12 million tonnes, down five per cent from 12.7 million tonnes in June 2025, St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corp. said. All grain dipped 10.6 per cent from 4.3 million tonnes to 3.8 million tonnes. Iron ore fell 3.9 per cent from 1.84 million tonnes to 1.77 million tonnes. Coal dropped 13.7 per cent from 454,000 tonnes to 392,000 tonnes. Dry bulk decreased 0.6 per ce
  
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• Sault dancer gets nod for international summer program

  08-07-2026 17:01 via saultstar.com
  
  A student at Studio Dance Arts was accepted to an international summer dance program in the United States.Teija Lappalainen will train for two weeks at Point Park University in Pittsburgh, Penn., a release says. She will study several types of dance including ballet, jazz and pointe. “ Teija has worked incredibly hard and continues to grow as both a dancer and a young artist,” said Richard Kim, founder and executive director of Studio Dance Arts. Program acceptance is by audition on
  
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• Activities planned for Sault PrideFest

  08-07-2026 16:17 via saultstar.com
  
  A boat cruise, trivia night and karaoke are all part of PrideFest 2026. A flag raising takes place July 19 at noon at Ronald A. Irwin Civic Centre, Sault Pride says.Rainbow Waves River Cruise on the Miss Marie, with special guest DJ Angelzura, happens July 24. Queen’s Tarts hosts a coffee social on July 25 at 1 p.m. We’re Here, We’re Queer, Let’s Have a Beer follows at The Whisky Barrel at 8 p.m. A full calendar of events appears on Sault Pride’s Facebook page. &ld
  
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• Vehicle tops 100 km/h on Sault street

  08-07-2026 15:46 via saultstar.com
  
  A driver topped 100 kilometres an hour on McNabb Street on June 26, police say.The speed limit was 50 km/h, police say. The vehicle was stopped at about 7:30 a.m. Radar noted the automobile was allegedly travelling at 105 km/h. The motorist, 31, was charged with stunt driving.Police don’t release names of persons charged with stunt driving. The automobile was impounded for 14 days. The driver’s licence was suspended for 30 days.
  
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• Bruni wanted by Sault police

  08-07-2026 15:30 via saultstar.com
  
  Christopher John Bruni is wanted by police. Bruni, 35, is sought on three charges including operation while impaired, drugs and/or alcohol and fail to comply with release order, a release says.Anyone with information about Bruni can call Sault Ste Marie Police Service at 705-949-6300 or Crime Stoppers at 705-942-7867.
  
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• Traffic up between Twin Saults in June

  08-07-2026 15:07 via saultstar.com
  
  Traffic crossing the International Bridge was up nine per cent in June. The span between the Twin Saults saw 82,051 crossings last month, Sault Ste. Marie Bridge Authority says. That compares to 75,212 in June 2025. Full-fare passenger cars stood at 39,058 in June. Commuter fares made 33,358 trips.Car pulling trailers stood at 4,873 one-way crossings. Commercial trucks stood at 4,762.Crossings for the first six months of the year total 378,289. That’s up slightly from 377,684 between Janu
  
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• Yoga festival set for Sault's The Machine Shop

  08-07-2026 14:31 via saultstar.com
  The upcoming Align Yoga Festival presents more than 50 classes, workshops and wellness experiences.The event, presented by Align Yoga Method, runs Sept. 11-12 at The Machine Shop, a release says,“ This weekend is about connection, inspiration, and building a stronger community,” said co-owner Sarah Fratesi. Kyla Faganely is the other owner. Day and weekend passes are for sale at alignyogamethod.com/align-yoga-festivalAn early access pass, on sale until Aug. 15, costs $249 plus HST.
  
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