Sault Ste. Marie news

• Brandon, Robert Matthew

  14-10-2018 23:11
  The family is saddened to announce the passing of Bob, age 85, on October 12, 2018 at NSHN, Blind River. He leaves his beloved wife of 65 years Amelia. He also leaves his dear son Brian (Annette), cherished daughter Sherri, (Rick) and adored daughter in law Kelly. He was predeceased by his eldest son Robert. […]
  
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• Woman jailed for trafficking fentanyl

  08-09-2026 22:02 via saultstar.com
  
  A Sault Ste. Marie woman was sentenced to two years in jail for selling a drug that a judge says is “ravaging” Northern Ontario communities and “destroying” families. Melanie St. Germain sold fentanyl to undercover officers in February and March 2025, said federal prosecutor Lindsay Marshall on Tuesday. St. Germain pleaded guilty to trafficking, possessing proceeds obtained by crime and breaching her release order by failing to go to court in January 2025. Her 385 days o
  
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• Man wields broom, metal pole downtown

  08-09-2026 21:09 via saultstar.com
  A man allegedly threatened someone he knew with a broom and metal pole downtown. The incident happened in the area of Albert Street East and Gore Street on Sept. 3, police say. Darryl Colynuck, 61, was charged with assault with a weapon and uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm. His court date is Nov. 23.
  
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• Elliot Lake man dies in ATV crash

  08-09-2026 18:56 via saultstar.com
  
  An Elliot Lake man died in an all-terrain vehicle collision north of that community last Sunday.The crash onn a gravel road near Camp 8 Creek Road and Highway 546 was reported at about 2:30 p.m., Ontario Provincial Police say.The male, 62, was pronounced dead at the scene. No name was released. A post-mortem will be done in Sault Ste. Marie. An investigation continues.
  
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• Intoxicated driver refuses ride from police in Garden River

  08-09-2026 17:43 via saultstar.com
  
  A heavily intoxicated driver paid the price for turning down a ride from police last summer. Robert Lesage asked an Ontario Provincial Police officer to leave Highway 17 in Garden River First Nation on Aug. 4, 2025. His speech was slurred. Alcohol could be smelled on his breath, said assistant Crown attorney Simran Patawari on Tuesday. The officer offered to drive Lesasge home, but the Garden River resident declined the offer and drove a side-by-side vehicle. Lesage gave truncated breath sample
  
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• Planned outage closes main Sault library branch Wednesday

  08-09-2026 17:15 via saultstar.com
  
  Press release:Sault Ste. Marie, ON — The Sault Ste. Marie Public Library is advising the public that the James L. McIntyre Centennial Library, located at 50 East St., will be closed on Wednesday September 9, 2026, due to a planned municipal power outage. PUC has advised that this library facility will be without power for an extended period due to the East Street reconstruction project. Books may still be returned at this location during the closure through the drop box.During this tempor
  
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• Firearm pointed during dispute north of Sault

  08-09-2026 17:11 via saultstar.com
  
  A firearm was allegedly pointed during a dispute between neighbours north of Sault Ste. Marie.Ontario Provincial Police went to Jody Lane in Aweres Township last Saturday morning, a release said.Blaine Cuthbertson, 65, of Aweres Township, was charged with pointing a firearm, careless use of a firearm, possession of weapon for dangerous purpose, unauthorized possession of a firearm and mischief. He was held for a bail hearing.
  
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• Hazardous waste depot opens in 2001: IN OTHER YEARS

  08-09-2026 06:01 via saultstar.com
  
  Sept. 8, 2001The city’s first Household Hazardous Waste Depot opened Sept. 7. The Industrial Park site can accept 21 categorized classes of hazardous waste. Sept. 8, 1976Joan Foster, kindergarten teacher at St. Ann separate school, has two sets of twins in her classroom. They are Derrick and Dennis Rafter and Melissa and Jennifer Briggs. Sept. 8, 1951Bill Bergstrom, Les Waugh, Austin Thompson, Mac Coulter, Jack Houston, Nick DiPietro and Terry Murphy were elected to serve on the board of
  
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• Labour of love in Sault Ste. Marie- PHOTO GALLERY

  07-09-2026 19:08 via saultstar.com
  
  Sault Ste Marie & District Labour Council Labour Day Parade of Flags and Celebration participants make their way along Foster Drive Monday morning. Several Sault Ste. Marie and area unions were represented at the Roberta Bondar Pavilion–based event, which also included afternoon food and activities.
  
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• Treaty group critical of Metis buying land

  06-09-2026 05:49 via saultstar.com
  
  The buying of land near Iron Bridge by an area Metis group is being opposed by an advocacy group representing 21 First Nations that signed the Robinson-Huron Treaty in 1850. Robinson Huron Waawiindamaagewin is concerned about the purchase “in the context of ongoing assertions regarding Metis rights and community presence within the Robinson-Huron treaty,” a release said. RHW members include Batchewana First Nation, Garden River First Nation and Thessalon First Nation. “ There
  
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• Taking aim at new experience at Algoma U

  05-09-2026 19:01 via saultstar.com
  
  Lochlyn Good, a first-year accounting student, moves into Lou Lukenda Dormitory at Algoma University on Saturday. The Central Algoma SecondarySchool graduate is a competitive archer. BRIAN KELLY
  
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• Catholic board backs $102.5M budget

  05-09-2026 16:57 via saultstar.com
  
  Reading intervention, student wellness and updated religion resources are priorities in Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board’s 2026-27 budget.The $102.5-million document also earmarks cash for Indigenous education, outdoor education and the board’s Math Action Plan. The financial plan “continues to invest in the programs and services that matter most to our students and families,” said board chair Sandra Turco in a release. Trustees passed the budget in late Jun
  
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• Information portal launched by Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board

  05-09-2026 15:58 via saultstar.com
  
  A new communication and information portal replaces phone calls and handwritten notes this fall for parents and guardians whose children are attending Huron-Superior Catholic Disrict School Board schools. The board is paying California-based PowerSchool about $20,000 annually for a subscription to the cloud-based software provider’s MyPowerHub. Late arrivals, early departures and full-day absences can be reported. An automated safety alert is made when the school has not been told of a st
  
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• Turco steps down as Algoma U's chancellor

  05-09-2026 15:34 via saultstar.com
  
  A veteran educator is stepping down as chancellor of Algoma University.Mario Turco, former Algoma District School Board director of education, has held the ceremonial role since 2020. His departure is effective Oct. 15, a release said. “ Mario has championed Algoma University and advocated for access to education for all individuals,” said board chair Rob Battisti. Turco authored Algoma University: Our Story – Honouring the Past, Celebrating the Present, Welcoming the Future.
  
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• Country DJ Don Ramsay dies in 2001: IN OTHER YEARS

  05-09-2026 06:01 via saultstar.com
  
  Sept. 5, 2001Your Old Saddle Pal, Don Ramsay, died Sept. 4. He was 78. The Dean of Country Music spun vinyl on radio for more than 45 years. “He met everybody from Hank Williams to Hank Snow,” said his daughter Donna. “He knew them all and loved country music.” Sept. 5, 1951President Truman disclosed existence of new weapons that “would wipe out civilization” in the event of an “all-out war.” “ It is terrible to think of what would happen if
  
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• Missing man last seen at Hiawatha Highlands

  05-09-2026 04:21 via saultstar.com
  
  Police release:The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service is requesting the community’s assistance in locating missing 34-year-old Travis Parr.Travis was last seen on Friday, September 4, 2026, in the area of Hiawatha Highlands. At the time, Travis was wearing black pants and a burgundy/red shirt.Travis is described as being approximately 5’10” tall with a medium build, brown hair, and green eyes.Police are concerned for Travis’s well-being. Anyone with information regarding Tr
  
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• Company with Sault ties wants to restart Espanola mill

  04-09-2026 22:27 via saultstar.com
  
  A redevelopment company active in Sault Ste. Marie wants to restart the Domtar paper mill in Espanola. Bioveld North, a subsidiary of BMI Group, is getting $5.1 million in backing from the provincial government to restart the paper mill that closed in 2023 and cut about 450 jobs in the community that’s 240 kilometres east of Sault Ste. Marie. Bioveld is kicking in $5.4 million towards the restart’s engineering and design. Bioveld North’s backers include Business EQ Investments
  
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• Some city operations closed Monday

  04-09-2026 14:26 via saultstar.com
  
  Various municipal services will be closed Monday for Labour Day.Ronald A. Irwin Civic Centre, GFL Memorial Gardens, landfill and hazardous waste depot and library branches are some of the city operations that will not be open, a release said. Parabus and buses will not run. No garbage, yard waste or recycling will be picked up Monday. Pickup will be a day late for all residents. Bellevue Marina is open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Roberta Bondar Marina is open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The pool at John Rhodes Comm
  
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• Sault Labour Day parade is Monday

  04-09-2026 14:10 via saultstar.com
  
  Roberta Bondar Pavilion hosts a Labour Day parade and celebration on Monday.The Sault Ste. Marie and District Labour Council event begins at 11:30 a.m. Activities and food follow from noon to 2:30 p.m. Participants should bring their own water bottles, a release said.
  
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• 'We've never kept secrets': Christina Kenny says honesty is best policy when living with kidney disease

  04-09-2026 00:25 via saultstar.com
  
  Kidney disease talk was never taboo in Christina Kenny’s home growing up. In fact, healthy dialogue early on helped arm her for the day she’d be diagnosed, the life she’d lead and how she would raise her own family.Kenny, 48, comes from a long line of those with chronic kidney disease – four or five generations, in fact – but, for her, the ailment has yielded far fewer complications and limitations than those her mother, grandmother and great-grandfather, endured.
  
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• Woman tries to dodge police in Sault's downtown

  03-09-2026 21:50 via saultstar.com
  
  A woman wanted on warrants slipped out a window when police came knocking downtown earlier this year. Irene Mancini was spotted on Brock Street. She went to a nearby apartment building on Wellington Street East. Mancini was spotted exiting a window wearing a different jacket and running to a nearby residence, said assistant Crown attorney Heidi Mitchell on Thursday. Mancini, 27, pleaded guilty to obstructing police in connection with that incident, failing to comply with her release order and t
  
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• Imitation firearm shown at East Street building

  03-09-2026 20:45 via saultstar.com
  
  A man held an imitation firearm when he answered his door at a downtown apartment building on Wednesday, police say.The weapon was allegedly shown when someone made a maintenance call at the building in the 0 to 100 block of East Street. The man also held the weapon when police went to his unit, a release said. Darcy Dewar, 22, was charged with knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm, possession of firearm,contrary to prohibition order, possession of imitation firearm for dangerous purp
  
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• Sault man had 'astronomical' blood/alcohol readings

  03-09-2026 19:53 via saultstar.com
  
  An Algoma Steel worker had more than three times the legal amount of alcohol in his blood following a single-vehicle collision in the west end in the spring.Travis Burmaster was found walking on Allen’s Side Road, near Second Line West, by police after his pickup truck went into a ditch on June 6, said assistant Crown attorney Heidi Mitchell on Thursday. The millwright was unsteady on his feet and there was an odour of alcohol on his breath. Burmaster gave two breath samples. Both read 29
  
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• Man 'committed to doing better' after drug charges

  03-09-2026 19:08 via saultstar.com
  
  Cocaine totalling nearly 800 grams was found when police searched a man’s west-end residence as part of a drug trafficking probe in March 2024, court heard Thursday.About 16 grams of methamphetamine was also seized, said federal prosecutor Lindsay Marshall. Riley Bisson-Miller pleaded guilty to possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking, trafficking, proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000 and failing to comply with his release order. Undercover police
  
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• S. Ontario hunter failed to invalidate antlerless deer tag, court hears

  03-09-2026 16:39 via saultstar.com
  
  A southern Ontario resident has been fined $1,500 for a deer hunting violation on Manitoulin Island. Angelo Micone, of Beeton, Ont., pleaded guilty to failing to immediately invalidate his antlerless deer tag. He was fined $1,500. The Ontario Court of Justice heard that on Nov. 20, 2025, conservation officers were patrolling the Township of Burpee and Mills on Manitoulin Island when they encountered Micone at his group’s hunt camp. During the investigation, it was determined that on Nov.
  
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• S. Ontario hunter failed to invalidate an antlerless deer tag, court hears

  03-09-2026 16:39 via saultstar.com
  
  A southern Ontario resident has been fined $1,500 for a deer hunting violation on Manitoulin Island. Angelo Micone, of Beeton, Ont., pleaded guilty to failing to immediately invalidate his antlerless deer tag. He was fined $1,500. The Ontario Court of Justice heard that on Nov. 20, 2025, conservation officers were patrolling the Township of Burpee and Mills on Manitoulin Island when they encountered Micone at his group’s hunt camp. During the investigation, it was determined that on Nov.
  
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• SUV rolls north of Elliot Lake

  03-09-2026 15:32 via saultstar.com
  
  A driver was charged after his SUV rolled over north of Elliot Lake on Tuesday.The collision on Dunlop Shores Road was reported in the late afternoon, Ontario Provincial Police say. Damage to the vehicle was severe. Sebastien Robillard, 26, was charged with careless driving.
  
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• Sault teen douses Good Samaritan with bear spray

  03-09-2026 15:05 via saultstar.com
  
  A 13-year-old is accused of punching an adult and dousing them with bear spray after the victim tried to help another youth known to the suspect.Police went to the 300 block of John Street late Tuesday afternoon. The accused, who can’t be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, was charged with assault, assault with a weapon, administer noxious thing,possession of weapon for dangerous purpose and unauthorized possession of weapon.Court date is Nov. 17.
  
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• Man tries to hit youth with car in Blind River: OPP

  03-09-2026 14:55 via saultstar.com
  
  A Blind River man allegedly tried to hit a group of youth with his car in that community last Saturday.He confronted them and threatened to physically hurt them earlier, Ontario Provincial Police say.Edward Marinoff, 72, was charged with dangerous operation and uttering threats. His court date is Nov. 5 in Elliot Lake.
  
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• Driver tries to strike Blind River teens 'minding their own business': OPP

  03-09-2026 14:55 via saultstar.com
  
  A Blind River man allegedly tried to hit a group of youth with his car in that community last Saturday.He confronted them and threatened to physically hurt them earlier, Ontario Provincial Police say.It’s not known “what prompted (the suspect’s) behaviour,” said Const. Bev Gauthier in an email to The Sault Star. The youth, ranging in age from 14 to 15, “were on their bikes minding their own business.” “ They tried to avoid (the accused),” said Gau
  
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