Sault Ste. Marie news

• December trial likely for top Thunder Bay, Ont., cop

  07-09-2017 19:58
  THUNDER BAY, Ont. – The police chief of Thunder Bay, Ont., is now expected to stand trial on charges of breach of trust and attempting to obstruct justice as early as December. Chief J.P. Levesque waived his right to a preliminary inquiry this week and opted to go directly to trial in Superior Court. Levesque […]
  
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• Tryouts Thursday for Sault staging of Blithe Spirit

  09-06-2026 21:44 via saultstar.com
  
  Algoma Repertory Theatre is staging the comedy Blithe Spirit this fall.Megan Wigmore directs Noel Coward’s play, a release says. Show dates are Nov. 18-21 at Quattro Hotel and Conference Centre. Dinner and show is $85. Show only is $40. Seven actors are needed for the cast.Tryouts are Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Studio Theatre on Pittsburg Ave. No preparation is needed.
  
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• Sault theatre groups tout new partnership on Saturday

  09-06-2026 21:28 via saultstar.com
  
  Sault Theatre Workshop is teaming up with Algoma Repertory Theatre to reinvigorate its base in Bayview. Sault Ste. Marie’s oldest community theatre group, launched in 1948, has called the Studio Theatre on Pittsburg Avenue home since 1999. But STW has struggled financially since the COVID-19 pandemic. ART now owns 50 per cent of the former Ukrainian church hall. The group started in 2019 and offers dinner theatre productions. “ The partnership will strengthen both companies, providi
  
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• Families feeling the pinch as financial anxiety climbs nationwide: poll

  09-06-2026 21:23 via saultstar.com
  
  New data shows nearly half of Canadians are experiencing financial anxiety and say they could cover expenses for only one month or less before falling into debt.The data, released from a new poll commissioned by the United Way Centraide Canada and Leger, concludes 60 per cent of people in Canada are gripped by anxiety when thinking about their personal finances. The concern is up by five points over a six-month period.United Way Centraide is a national network of local experts committed to brin
  
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• Sault library shares water safety tips

  09-06-2026 21:03 via saultstar.com
  
  A lifeguard shares stories at an upcoming water safety themed storytime at Sault Ste. Marie Public Library’s North Branch.The event starts at 11 a.m. on June 16, a release says.Water safety tips and a craft will also be done.Call 705-759-5248 for more information.
  
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• London woman suffered 50 abrasions, multiple fractures, murder trial hears

  09-06-2026 20:38 via saultstar.com
  
  ST. THOMAS – David Yates blurted out to a 911 dispatcher: “I hurt my best friend.”“What do you mean?” the dispatcher asked gently.“I hurt my best friend,” Yates said again. “I’m turning myself in, basically, is what I’m doing right now.”“Is your best friend okay?”“No,” he said, telling the dispatcher that his “friend” was Caitlin Jennings, 22, that they had been in a relationship for the last tw
  
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• Mining firm seeks more land north of Sault

  09-06-2026 20:21 via saultstar.com
  
  A mineral exploration company searching for copper in Batchewana Bay wants to expand its footprint north of Sault Ste. Marie by acquiring another firm active in the area. Sterling Metals would grow its land package to more than 35,000 hectares if shareholders of QcX Gold Corp. agree to the acquisition. QcX shareholders would receive one Sterling common share for every 4.81026 shares they hold of the Toronto-based firm. Sterling shareholders would own about 90.75 per cent of the combined company
  
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• Man threatens friend over drug debt

  09-06-2026 18:26 via saultstar.com
  
  A man threatened to have his sister beat up an old friend who owed him a drug debt.He later told the woman he would kill her, court heard Tuesday.Alexander Megginson pleaded guilty to two counts of failing to report to his probation officer, threatening bodily harm and failing to attend court.The time frame for the charges ranges from November 2023 to May 2026, said assistant Crown attorney Adrianna Mucciarelli. Ontario Court Justice Heather Mendes accepted a joint position from defence lawyer
  
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• Driver bolts after hitting parked vehicle at Sault intersection

  09-06-2026 17:23 via saultstar.com
  
  A driver fled after striking a parked vehicle at a north-end intersection.The collision happened last Sunday at about 6:50 p.m. at the intersection of Landslide Road, Connor Road and Sixth Line East, police say.No one was in the parked automobile. Anyone who saw what happened, or has footage of the incident, can call Sault Ste. Marie Police Service at 705-949-6300.
  
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• Hot wheels brought to OPP detachment in Blind River

  09-06-2026 17:06 via saultstar.com
  
  A mam brought a stolen pickup truck to the Ontario Provincial Police detachment in Blind River last Sunday.The vehicle was taken from a mine site in Copper Cliff earlier that day, a release says.Karl Binder, 35, of Markstay-Warren, was charged with theft of motor vehicle and possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.His court date is Aug. 13 in Elliot Lake.
  
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• Knife held during west-end assault in Sault: Police

  09-06-2026 16:29 via saultstar.com
  
  A man allegedly held a knife while assaulting someone he knew on a west-end street. The altercation in the 700 block of McKenzie Avenue happened on June 4, police say.The victim suffered minor injuries. Alexander Currie, 46, was charged with assault with a weapon and assault.He was held in custody pending a bail hearing.
  
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• MacDougall wins Sault theatre's first 50/50 draw

  09-06-2026 16:18 via saultstar.com
  Charlotte MacDougall is the winner of Sault Community Theatre Centre’s first 50/50 draw.She won $1,212.50 with ticket D-1560, a release says.Proceeds help SCTC with expenses such as community programming, accessibility efforts and youth and education efforts. The next draw is July 3. Tickets are on sale at rafflebox.ca/raffle/sctc
  
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• Runs, marathon planned for Sault's Community Strong Race Weekend

  09-06-2026 16:11 via saultstar.com
  
  Five runs for kids and adults are part of Algoma Family Services Foundation’s fifth annual Community Strong Race Weekend. A one-kilometre run for children, five-kilometre colour run and 10-kilometre race are slated for June 20. A half-marathon and marathon that is a qualifier for the Boston Marathon follow on June 21, a release says.Registration and volunteering information are available at saultstrong.ca. Proceeds help support mental health programming for children, youth and families.
  
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• Algoma U. celebrates book launch

  09-06-2026 07:40 via saultthisweek.com
  
  Algoma University welcomed community members, alumni, faculty, staff, and students to the official book launch celebration of Algoma University: Our Story – Honouring the Past, Celebrating the Present, Welcoming the Future last Thursdayat the Arthur Wishart Library.Independently researched and written by Algoma University Chancellor Mario Turco, the book captures the institution’s rich and complex history, from its origins connected to the Shingwauk Indian Residential School to its
  
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• Disbarred lawyer redeems himself by dedication to just cause

  09-06-2026 07:30 via saultthisweek.com
  
  I recently received the following email from Gary Botting, chair of Miscarriage of Justice Canada (MJC).“Having read your June 2024 opinion piece on Myles McLellan (which was influential in my agreeing to act as Chair of Miscarriage of Justice Canada (MJC) a year ago), I thought you might be interested in the attached press release, which describes how Myles passed his first annual review as Executive Director of MJC with flying colours. Your logical, balanced approach was reflected in ou
  
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• Sign of summer in the Sault barbecue beef steak sale

  09-06-2026 07:26 via saultthisweek.com
  
  Some would say the greatest signs of summer in the Sault are the melted snowbanks, flowering tulips, or trees blossoming, which I agree with wholeheartedly. However, the greatest summer sign, in my opinion, was the $4.99 steak sale sign by our national grocers on Great Northern Road, 2nd Line, or Trunk Road.I am of the belief that every Canadian should have the inherent right to a big Canadian beef-steak barbecue every Saturday afternoon/evening in their backyard, enjoying a Canadian beer to ma
  
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• Algoma U. to bestow two honorary doctorates at convocations

  09-06-2026 07:09 via saultthisweek.com
  
  Two extraordinary leaders will receive honorary doctorates from Algoma University this spring during its convocation ceremonies in Sault Ste. Marie and Brampton, says a university media release.This is the first time that the University has granted an honorary doctorate at its Brampton convocation. The 2026 recipients are Barbara Ann Nolan and Patricia M. Ningewance Nadeau.Algoma University recognizes these distinguished individuals for their outstanding achievements, community leadership, and
  
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• AWIC launches youth survey to help shape Algoma's future

  09-06-2026 06:35 via saultthisweek.com
  
  Algoma Workforce Investment Corp. seeks youth aged 15 to 29 to participate in a regional survey to help AWIC better understand the experiences, aspirations, and needs of young people across Algoma District.As Algoma employers face workforce shortages, an aging workforce, and increasing competition for talent, understanding the perspectives of youth has never been more important, says a media release. The survey will explore topics including employment experiences, career interests, education an
  
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• Paused undergraduate programs reopened

  09-06-2026 06:17 via saultthisweek.com
  
  After a year of fierce criticism, Algoma University has finally reopened its first-year admissions to five previously-paused undergraduate programs – geography, history, music, sociology, and visual arts.The university was one among many Ontario post-secondary institutions to suffer financial stress and program closures following the government caps to international students in 2024. CBC reported that the caps have cost Ontario colleges and universities over $1 billion annually. The pause
  
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• Algoma Steel protests tariffs in 1916: IN OTHER YEARS

  09-06-2026 06:01 via saultstar.com
  
  June 9, 2001Ward 1 Coun. James Caicco said he’s invited Premier Mike Harris to meet with himself, Mayor John Rowswell and other community partners to discuss the situation at Algoma Steel. June 9, 1976Old age caught up on the Harry Pearse Bandshell at Bellevue Park. Community Service Board workers were attempting to make repairs to the structure,when it collapsed. City council has approved a proposed subdivision in the Wellington Gardens area. Hearley Homes (Sault) Ltd., plans to build on
  
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• Troy’s Trail, this coming weekend, marks 15th anniversary

  09-06-2026 05:37 via saultthisweek.com
  
  What started as a life-altering diagnosis of hydrocephalus for Troy Chandler turned into a way of giving back to others.Hydrocephalus is an excessive accumulation of fluid in the brain.“It may be present at birth or may develop at any stage later in life,” explained Chandler.The most common treatment for hydrocephalus is a shunt implant to help drain the fluid.“A shunt is not a cure, and there are often complications of shunt failures leading to multiple brain surgeries over a
  
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• Sault briefs: Brass knuckles, fentanyl seized; driver flees crash

  08-06-2026 22:13 via saultstar.com
  
  Man charged with 8 thefts from local businessesA 38-year-old Sault Ste. Marie man is facing multiple charges after police allege he stole merchandise from local businesses on eight occasions earlier this year.According to Sault Ste. Marie Police Service, investigations by patrol services officers determined the accused stole from three businesses between Jan. 19 and March 18.Police said officers arrested Shawn Leblanc on June 5. During the arrest, police allege the accused initially provided of
  
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• Highway 17 rehabilitation project brings $53M to Algoma

  08-06-2026 20:52 via saultstar.com
  
  Nearly 17 kilometres of Highway 17 from Echo Bay to Highway 548 are being rehabilitated at the cost of $53 million.In addition to resurfacing the highway, three bridges – Bar River, Stobie Creek and Richardson Creek bridges – are also being repaired and replaced as part of the Ontario government’s $600 million being spent on Northern Ontario highways this year.That money is from a $31 billion funding envelope being divvied across Ontario, said Ontario Transport Minister Prabme
  
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• Highway 17 rehabilitation project brings $53 million investment to Algoma

  08-06-2026 20:52 via saultstar.com
  
  Nearly 17 kilometres of Highway 17 from Echo Bay to Highway 548 are being rehabilitated at the cost of $53 million.In addition to resurfacing the highway, three bridges – Bar River, Stobie Creek and Richardson Creek bridges – are also being repaired and replaced as part of the Ontario government’s $600 million being spent on Northern Ontario highways this year.That money is from a $31 billion funding envelope being divvied across Ontario, said Ontario Transport Minister Prabme
  
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• Song inspired by WWII letter honours experiences of Garden River's code talkers

  07-06-2026 01:06 via saultstar.com
  
  The letter George Minisino Pine sent home from France during the Second World War didn’t reveal much about his experience on the warfront.Addressed to his sister Hilda, he shared simple thoughts on the weather and asked after the family dog in Garden River First Nation.More than 80 years later, that silence became the foundation of a song.In March, Joel Syrette of Batchewana First Nation and Peter White of Sault Ste. Marie released Ogichidaa, which translates to Warrior. Written, recorded
  
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• Song inspired by WWII letter honours experiences of Garden River code talkers

  07-06-2026 01:06 via saultstar.com
  
  The letter George Minisino Pine sent home from France during the Second World War didn’t reveal much about his experience on the warfront.Addressed to his sister Hilda, he shared simple thoughts on the weather and asked after the family dog in Garden River First Nation.More than 80 years later, that silence became the foundation of a song.In March, Joel Syrette of Batchewana First Nation and Peter White of Sault Ste. Marie released Ogichidaa, which translates to Warrior. Written, recorded
  
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• Woman keeps refusing hug at Sault home

  06-06-2026 20:32 via saultstar.com
  
  A man kept trying to hug his partner who did not want to be embraced at a Steelton home.Sault Ste. Marie Police Service went to the residence on May 5.Allan Smythe-Lance was not supposed to harass the female, said assistant Crown attorney Marie-Eve Talbot last Thursday.He pleaded guilty to mischief under $5,000, breaching his undertaking and two counts breaching his probation. Smythe-Lance did damage at the woman’s house on April 1. He was on a probation order to keep the peace. Smythe-La
  
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• Fallen Sault soldier 'did his best' in 1915: IN OTHER YEARS

  06-06-2026 06:01 via saultstar.com
  
  June 6, 2001Gary Vipond begins his new duties as executive director of the United Way of Sault Ste. Marie this month. He was selected from more than 45 applicants. Vipond succeeds Carmen Borghese. An open house of the Collegiate Heights Retirement Home is planned at Watertower Inn Pavilion on June 7. Eighty-five studio, one- and two-bedroom suites are planned. Occupancy is expected in early 2002. June 6, 1951The iron mining centres of the Michipicoten area will be connected with the Trans-Canad
  
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• 2 charged with manslaughter in death of 23-year-old Desbarats man

  05-06-2026 21:03 via saultstar.com
  
  Nearly two months after a 23-year-old Desbarats man died following an altercation at a Bruce Mines restaurant, Ontario Provincial Police have laid manslaughter charges against two people.In a news release issued Wednesday, East Algoma OPP announced that Benjamin Ryan Jones, 21, of Bruce Mines, has been charged with manslaughter and assault. Corey Malcolm Jones, 55, also of Bruce Mines, has been charged with manslaughter.According to police, the two men were acquainted but were neither friends n
  
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• Council orders traffic review; Church Street reconstruction on hold 

  05-06-2026 19:40 via saultstar.com
  
  City council wants to see an environmental assessment completed on traffic flow and one-way versus two-way traffic flow would impact some major arteries that connect to the downtown.Moved by Ward 2 Coun. Lisa Vezeau-Allen and Ward 1 Coun. Sonny Spina, the resolution calls for an EA on traffic flow, including a review on the one-way traffic flow between Queen Street and Ontario Avenue on both Pim and Church streets, and the intersections of Wellington/Pim and Wellington/Church and others be unde
  
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