Sault Ste. Marie news

• BELEC, Michael David

  18-01-2021 16:30
  ‘THEN YOU SHALL CALL AND THE LORD WILL ANSWER, YOU SHALL CRY OUT AND HE WILL SAY HERE I AM’ ~1943 – 2021~ It is with heavy hearts that we are announcing the peaceful passing of a dear brother, brother-in-law, uncle and great uncle, Michael, at Sault Area Hospital on Thursday, January 14, 2021 at […]
  
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• Sault council considers ban on data centres amid opposition to Missanabie Cree project

  07-08-2026 19:06 via saultstar.com
  
  Missanabie Cree First Nation’s proposed data centre is receiving opposition from both members of the public and city council. An interim control bylaw prohibiting the data centre will be presented to city council at its Aug. 31 meeting, if a motion directing staff to create the bylaw is passed Monday. Missanabie Cree First Nation is planning to create a training centre and cyber security centre in the city’s west end on Yates Avenue.The 8.39 acre site could become the home of a data
  
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• Sault man barricades self in Railroad Avenue garage

  07-08-2026 18:56 via saultstar.com
  
  A man allegedly held a knife and threatened someone he knew before barricading himself in the garage of a downtown-area home late Thursday.Police went to the 100 block of Railroad Avenue at about 10 p.m. A male suspect was arrested at about 5 a.m. Friday, a release says.James Hache, 44, was charged with assault with a weapon, possession of weapon for dangerous purpose, uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm and two counts fail to comply with probation order. He was held in custody pendi
  
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• Sault man spits at special constable

  07-08-2026 17:32 via saultstar.com
  
  A man allegedly spat on a special constable at Sault Ste. Marie Police Service. He was in custody on Thursday morning when the incident happened, police say.Darren Lambert, 32, was charged with assaulting a peace officer.He remains in custody pending a bail hearing.
  
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• Toilet water tossed at Algoma Treatment and Remand Centre staff

  07-08-2026 17:10 via saultstar.com
  
  Toilet water containing urine was allegedly thrown by an inmate at Algoma Treatment and Remand Centre staff twice on Tuesday.The incidents happened in the morning and afternoon, police say.Parker Poisson, 29, was charged with assault a peace officer, assault with a weapon, two counts assault and three counts fail to comply with probation order. He continues to be held at ATRC.
  
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• Sault theatre students showcase Disney songs

  07-08-2026 15:32 via saultstar.com
  
  Theatre camp students will present an hour-long Disney revue at Sault Community Theatre Centre on Aug. 14.Curtain is 3 p.m. Nineteen students will be featured Dare to Dream, JR. The show features songs from more than 20 Disney films including The Lion King, Toy Story and Encanto, a release says.Admission is free, bur advance registration is required. Donations to help SCTC are appreciated. Garrett Abrams, Gabrielle Baril, Riley Korschin, Maisie Nelson, Naomy Swartz and Jared Vecchio are instruc
  
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• Art show happens Sunday in Hilton Beach

  07-08-2026 14:36 via saultstar.com
  
  Village of Hilton Beach hosts a multimedia show on Sunday.Arts at the Dock runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., a release says.Painting, photography, pottery, stained glass, textiles will be featured. Artists will be at the Hilton Beach Community Hall on Hilton Road and along the waterfront. The event will be held rain or shine.
  
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• International Bridge sees more crossings in July

  07-08-2026 14:25 via saultstar.com
  
  Traffic crossing the International Bridge climbed in July.The span between the Twin Saults saw 95,975 one-way crossings last month. That’s up 4.4 per cent compared to July 2025 when 91,967 crossings were recorded, Sault Ste. Marie Bridge Authority says.Full-fare passenger cars jumped 6.1 per cent to 51,023 crossings.Commuter fares increased 5.3 per cent, compared to July 2025, to 35,193 crossings. Car pulling trailers nudged up 2.9 per cent to 5,304.Commercial trucks fell 15.9 per cent to
  
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• Iranians' pain endures amid rapidly changing headlines

  06-08-2026 21:57 via saultstar.com
  
  ‘U.S. embassies warn Americans as Iran threatens more choke points,’ screamed one headline Thursday.‘Iran says Strait of Hormuz deal close, but U.S. must agree,’ read another, as the U.S. war with Iran continues.Hajar Shavandi reads these stories through a different lens than most here; Iran is her homeland and it’s not necessarily U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest utterings that catch her interest most. It’s the inhabitants of Iran, including family
  
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• Hospital prize worth drive to Sault Ste. Marie

  06-08-2026 21:43 via saultstar.com
  
  A Thunder Bay man drove to Sault Ste. Marie to pick up his cheque after winning Sault Area Hospital Foundation’s 50/50 draw in July.Henry Osmulski and his brother made the trip to get the $64,140 prize first-hand, a release says. His ticket was J-37094797. Omulski plans to retire later this year.“ This win will make that transition into retirement this fall just a little bit smoother,” he said. Laurie Laitinen, of Sault Ste. Marie, won the early-bird prize of $8,000 with ticke
  
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• Time running out for winning lottery ticket sold in Algoma District

  06-08-2026 21:31 via saultstar.com
  
  The holder of a WINTRIO50 ticket bought in Algoma District that won a $50,000 prize nearly a year ago has less than a week to claim their prize. The winning numbers from the Aug. 14, 2025 draw were 0-8-7-9-4-0-5-1, Ontario Lottery and Gaming says. Players have one year from the draw date to claim their prize. Options to check lottery tickets include using self-serve ticket checkers at lottery retail locations or by calling 866-891-8946. Ticket holders are encouraged to sign their tickets immedi
  
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• Winter travel possible for Take Your Pick winner

  06-08-2026 20:39 via saultstar.com
  
  What a weekend for Don Smith.The Sault Ste. Marie man’s daughter was married July 17. Smith won Rotaryfest’s Take Your Pick Draw on July 18. Smith’s wedding anniversary followed on July 19. He chose Take Your Pick’s $100,000 cash prize instead of opting for one of two vehicle packages. Smith will “probably do a little travelling this winter” with the six-figure prize.
  
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• Sewer work closes part of St. George's Avenue East next week

  06-08-2026 20:28 via saultstar.com
  
  Part of St. George’s Avenue East will be closed for part of next week. The road will be not available to motorists between Maple and Spruce streets for three days starting Tuesday, a release says.Sewer repair work will be done.
  
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• Bellevue Park survey to help determine future plans for premier park

  06-08-2026 20:21 via saultstar.com
  
  A review of Bellevue Park’s amenities and programming is underway. The City of Sault Ste. Marie has had a survey circulating for about two weeks to get input from residents about the city’s signature park.Virginia McLeod, the city’s manager of recreation and culture, said the all-encompassing survey asks residents for their thoughts on the existing amenities, signage, accessibility, programming, pathways and safety, among other things.It’s the first step in the city&rsqu
  
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• Golf cart, ATV drivers face impaired charges

  06-08-2026 19:53 via saultstar.com
  
  A golf cart and all-terrain vehicle were allegedly operated by impaired drivers north of Iron Bridge. The two slowly moving vehicles were seen on Chiblow Lake Road after police went to a side-by-side utility vehicle collision early on July 25, Ontario Provincial Police say.Stephanie Daybutch, 55, and Kevin Kevin Guise, 42, both of Mississauga First Nation, were charged with operation while impaired, alcohol and having a blood/alcohol level of more than 80 mlligrams. Court date for the accused i
  
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• Missanabie Cree unveils vision for cybersecurity hub, training facility

  06-08-2026 19:46 via saultstar.com
  
  Missanabie Cree First Nation has released details of its plan to create a training centre and cyber security centre. The First Nation has partnered with QuantumEdge and is proposing a community-scale cybersecurity operations centre, workforce training and secure computing facility with Protexxa. The project is at an early feasibility stage. Protexxa is a Canadian cybersecurity company.Missanabie Cree First Nation purchased the former Agero call centre earlier this year and has been completing r
  
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• Impaired driving costs Sault woman $1,000

  06-08-2026 19:29 via saultstar.com
  
  A female driver who was found slumped over sleeping in her vehicle downtown in mid-July was fined $1,000. Nikki Mortimore, 31, pleaded guilty to impaired driving on Thursday. Her speech was slurred and eyes droopy when she was checked by police in the 600 block of Queen Street East on July 17, said assistant Crown attorney Simran Patawari. Fentanyl was found. Mortimore also pleaded to four other offences and two counts each fail to comply with probation and release orders. The incidents happene
  
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• Sault man hits male, female

  06-08-2026 17:18 via saultstar.com
  
  Two people were assaulted by the same man between last fall and this summer, court heard Thursday.Brandon Nadon pleaded guilty to mischief under $5,000 and three counts assault. A woman was struck in the cheek by Nadon’s open left hand on Nov. 23, said assistant Crown attorney Simran Patawari. Nadon hit her in the back of the head with a closed fist on June 28. A man was punched in the face while he and Nadon were in a vehicle on May 31.Defence counsel Eric McCooeye asked for a pre-senten
  
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• Liscomb wanted by Sault police

  06-08-2026 16:26 via saultstar.com
  
  Lylie-Jo Liscomb is wanted by police.Liscomb is sought for robbery with violence and theft under $5,000, a release says.Anyone with information about Liscomb can call Sault Ste. Marie Police Service at 705-949-6300 or Crime Stoppers at 705-942-7867.
  
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• Sterling Metals plans takeover of peer active north of Sault

  06-08-2026 15:31 via saultstar.com
  
  Shareholders of a gold exploration company active north of Sault Ste. Marie meet later this month to decide if they’ll back a takeover by another mineral exploration company working in the area. Sterling Metals wants to acquire all of QcX Gold Corp.’s 22.6-million outstanding shares. Each share of QcX would receive 0.20789 of a Sterling share, said QcX chief executive officer Albert Contardi in a letter to shareholders. QcX shareholders would own 9.2 per cent of the combined company
  
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• Gartshore, junior instructors teach music in 1976: IN OTHER YEARS

  06-08-2026 06:01 via saultstar.com
  
  Aug. 6, 1976A new community centre on Rankin Reserve will include an indoor ice arena. Chief John Corbiere hopes construction can start as early as next week. Senior instructor Ed Gartshore, with the aid of five junior instructors, are teaching flute, cello, trumpet and clarinet to about 55 youngsters at Sacred Heart School this summer. Aug. 6, 1926The city took over today the Kings Theatre, at the southwest corner of Dennis and Queen streets. The taxes accumulated in the past four years agains
  
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• Jail woman's killer for life, judge told

  05-08-2026 21:42 via saultstar.com
  
  The man who repeatedly stabbed a Sault Ste. Marie woman to death and tried to kill another male in an unprovoked attack on the boardwalk near Station Mall nearly three years ago should be jailed for life, a judge heard Wednesday. Taylor Marshall, 22, was killed by Steven Jones in her John Street apartment in September 2023. Jones later repeatedly stabbed Liam Frenette as he sat on the boardwalk on St. Mary’s River Drive. The grocery store worker would have died if not for medical interven
  
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• Meals on Wheels ramps up traction in Blind River

  05-08-2026 20:55 via saultstar.com
  
  Blind River’s Meals on Wheels is gaining ground.Residents in the town east of Sault Ste. Marie, who rely on the service, now have greater access to support thanks to an expansion of the program, offered through North Shore Health Network ‘s (NSHN) Community Support Services. In partnership with NSHN Food Services and with support from Ontario Health , the program has doubled its capacity from 25 to 50 clients, enabling more Blind River area residents to access healthy, home-delivere
  
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• Meals on Wheels ramps up service in Blind River

  05-08-2026 20:55 via saultstar.com
  
  Blind River’s Meals on Wheels is gaining ground.Residents in the town east of Sault Ste. Marie, who rely on the service, now have greater access to support thanks to an expansion of the program, offered through North Shore Health Network ‘s (NSHN) Community Support Services. In partnership with NSHN Food Services and with support from Ontario Health , the program has doubled its capacity from 25 to 50 clients, enabling more Blind River area residents to access healthy, home-delivere
  
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• Meals on Wheels ramps up Blind River service

  05-08-2026 20:55 via saultstar.com
  
  Blind River’s Meals on Wheels is gaining ground.Residents in the town east of Sault Ste. Marie, who rely on the service, now have greater access to support thanks to an expansion of the program, offered through North Shore Health Network ‘s (NSHN) Community Support Services. In partnership with NSHN Food Services and with support from Ontario Health , the program has doubled its capacity from 25 to 50 clients, enabling more Blind River area residents to access healthy, home-delivere
  
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• Meals on Wheels gains more ground in Blind River

  05-08-2026 20:55 via saultstar.com
  
  Blind River’s Meals on Wheels program is getting added traction.Residents in the town east of Sault Ste. Marie, who rely on the service, now have greater access to support thanks to an expansion of the program, offered through North Shore Health Network ‘s (NSHN) Community Support Services. In partnership with NSHN Food Services and with support from Ontario Health , the program has doubled its capacity from 25 to 50 clients, enabling more Blind River area residents to access health
  
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• Concerns raised as fewer candidates, lower turnout raises concerns for municipal elections

  05-08-2026 18:59 via saultstar.com
  
  Ontario voters head to the polls on Oct 26 to elect their municipal government, but they may not have as many candidates to choose from.The Association of Municipalities of Ontario raised the red flag four years ago during the last municipal elections. They launched a Turn Up the Turnout campaign which provided resources to help inspire more people to run for office. Those workshops garnered interest from more than 6,000, including sessions targeting women, racialized communities and Indigenous
  
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• Concerns raised as fewer candidates, lower turnout expected for municipal elections

  05-08-2026 18:59 via saultstar.com
  
  Ontario voters head to the polls on Oct 26 to elect their municipal government, but they may not have as many candidates to choose from.The Association of Municipalities of Ontario raised the red flag four years ago during the last municipal elections. They launched a Turn Up the Turnout campaign which provided resources to help inspire more people to run for office. Those workshops garnered interest from more than 6,000, including sessions targeting women, racialized communities and Indigenous
  
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• WestFest sings new tune for Jamestown neighbourhood

  05-08-2026 14:44 via saultstar.com
  
  Organizers of a weekend music festival want to change the tune of public perception of Jamestown.West Village is touted as the new moniker for the James Street area.“ We’re just trying to restore it to its former glory and really bring back some pride and culture and being neighbourly,” said WestFest 2026 co-organizer Ronan Provenzano. Event presenter West Village Revitalization Project was launched two years ago by president Claudia Daniels. The not-for-profit group is based
  
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• Forest fires continue to rage across Northern Ontario

  04-08-2026 20:57 via saultstar.com
  
  Northeastern Ontario continues to battle with forest fires.Five new wildland fires were confirmed Monday, all in the Cochrane area.There are currently 46 active fires in the Northeast region. Of those, one is being held, six are under control and 39 others remain under observation.Northwestern Ontario is feeling the brunt of active wildland fires. There are currently 119 active wildfires in that region of the province.Of those, 24 fires are not under control, six are being held, seven are under
  
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