Sault Ste. Marie news

• Flu cases starting to surge, with kids and teens especially vulnerable: doctors

  08-01-2019 20:53
  TORONTO — Cases of influenza are continuing to ramp up across the country, with kids and teens bearing much of the brunt of the dreaded winter bug, say infectious diseases experts, predicting that the peak of the annual sneezing-coughing-feeling-miserable season is likely still several weeks away. This year’s flu season has a far different profile than last year’s: it began earlier and the predominant circulating 
  
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• Algoma Steel confirms partnership to explore 400 MW data centre

  26-08-2026 21:24 via saultstar.com
  
  Algoma Steel has confirmed it is partnering with Red Jar Energy Partners to evaluate the potential of establishing a 400 MW data centre in Sault Ste. Marie.Laura Devoni, Algoma Steel’s vice president of human resources and corporate affairs said “We recognize the community interest in data centre development and the important questions regarding electricity requirements, infrastructure, environmental impacts and the potential benefits to Sault Ste. Marie and the surrounding region.&
  
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• Driver in Serpent River was prohibited: OPP

  26-08-2026 21:11 via saultstar.com
  
  The driver of a side-by-side wasn’t supposed to be behind the wheel, Ontario Provincial Police say.He was stopped at a RIDE check at Village Road and Walkhouse Bay Road in Serpent River First Nation last Saturday.Peter Squiers, 34, of Serpent River, was charged with operation while prohibited. His court date is Nov. 8 in Elliot Lake.
  
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• Board job cuts hobble student supports: UNION

  26-08-2026 19:51 via saultstar.com
  
  Huron-Superior Catholic District School Board’s elimination of more than 20 support positions will boost workloads of remaining staff and leave schools “with even fewer supports,” a union leader argues.Most of the positions, 16.5, are educational assistants. Their loss, the union says, will be “devastating” for students. An early childhood educator, clerical position and 2.25 custodial workers are also being axed, Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 4148 said.
  
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• Downtown Sault intersection closes to traffic Monday

  26-08-2026 17:49 via saultstar.com
  
  The intersection at Queen and East streets closes to traffic for about eight weeks on Monday. The closure is prompted by the reconstruction of East Street, a release says.Queen Street East, between Pilgrim and East streets, will temporarily operate as a two-way roadway. Traffic barrels will create a turnaound area near East Street for small vehicles. Queen Street East will also temporarily operate as a two-way street between Brock and East streets. There will be a turnaround near East Street. D
  
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• Singer Dobson featured at Sault festival

  26-08-2026 17:36 via saultstar.com
  
  Juno nominee Fefe Dobson headlines VIVID Art Fest. She performs Sept. 18 at Roberta Bondar Pavilion. Opening acts, Goodnight Sunrise and Silent Nin9, start at 7 p.m. at the free show, a release said.Dobson’s hits include Stuttering and Bye Bye Boyfriend. VIVID Art Fest runs Sept. 17-20. Other activities include a cultural market and live music at Downtown Plaza on Sept. 19 and film screening at Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre on Sept. 20.
  
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• Barbershoppers need tenors for new season

  26-08-2026 15:38 via saultstar.com
  
  Finding tenors is tough for Northland Barbershop Chorus. The long-time Sault Ste. Marie group recently lost two of its six members who can deliver the highest harmony part. Even worse, they were “our two youngest and strongest” tenors,” said music director Bob Shami in an email to The Sault Star. “ Most barbershop choruses are particularly challenged to find tenors,” he said. “ It seems that as one ages, it gets harder to sing the high notes.” Shami is
  
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• Man gets life sentence for John Street slaying, attempted murder

  25-08-2026 22:10 via saultstar.com
  
  The man who savagely stabbed a woman more than 100 times with a screwdriver in her John Street apartment nearly three years ago was sentenced Tuesday to life imprisonment for the fatal random attack. Taylor Marshall, 22, was slain by Steven Jones after she returned to her main-floor unit from a job interview at a fitness club in September 2023. “ She died an awful death,” said Superior Court Justice Michael Varpio.Jones,who appeared via video from Algoma Treatment and Remand Centre,
  
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• 400MW data centre application filed with IESO - UPDATED

  25-08-2026 21:47 via saultstar.com
  
  The Independent Electricity System Operation (IESO) has received an application that would see a 400 MW data centre established in Algoma.The Red Jar Algoma Data Center application is proposing a 400 MW data centre to be operational on October 1, 2029.To be called the Algoma Data Center, the application is now “active” which means assessment work is in progress but a report has not yet been finalized. Any additional project information is considered confidential by the IESO. Attempt
  
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• 400MW data centre application filed with IESO

  25-08-2026 21:47 via saultstar.com
  
  The Independent Electricity System Operation (IESO) has received an application that would see a 400 MW data centre established in Algoma.The Red Jar Algoma Data Center application is proposing a 400 MW data centre to be operational on October 1, 2029.To be called the Algoma Data Center, the application is now “active” which means assessment work is in progress but a report has not yet been finalized. Any additional project information is considered confidential by the IESO. Attempt
  
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• Federal Job minister Patty Hajdu says Sault won’t be left behind in new tariff supports

  25-08-2026 21:12 via saultstar.com
  
  The federal government has unveiled a package of counter-tariffs and economic support measures for Canadian workers and businesses.And Sault Ste. Marie won’t be left behind, said Minister of Jobs and Families Patty Hajdu.Hajdu’s ministry is rolling out a $3.5 billion Rapid Response Supports program designed to protect workers, their families and employers from the financial strain caused by the latest round of tariffs imposed by the U.S. government.Support includes expanded employme
  
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• Parked vehicle hit on Lake Street

  25-08-2026 19:10 via saultstar.com
  
  An unoccupied vehicle parked in a driveway was struck by another automobile early Monday.The collision happened in the 800 block of Lake Street, police say.Rohtash Singh, 28, was charged with operation while impaired, alcohol and/or drug, having a blood/alcohol level of more than 80 milligrams and dangerous operation. The accused’s court date is Sept. 21.
  
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• Sault senior was driving impaired: POLICE

  25-08-2026 17:20 via saultstar.com
  
  An elderly man is accused of driving impaired. An erratic motorist on Queen Street East was reported late Sunday afternoon, police say.The vehicle was found parked near Drake Street. The driver was sleeping. He allegedly refused to give a breath sample. Austin Duquette, 83, was charged with operation while impaired, alcohol and/or drug, failure or refusal to comply with demand and dangerous operation.His court date is Oct. 5.
  
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• Woman accused of using stolen bank card for purchase

  25-08-2026 17:11 via saultstar.com
  A woman used a stolen bank card to buy something at a store in the 600 block of Wellington Street West, police say.A wallet was reported stolen on Aug. 7. A suspect was arrested Sunday.Trina McPherson, 49, was charged with fraud under $5,000 and possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000Her court date is Nov. 9.
  
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• Registration nears for Baby Time program

  25-08-2026 16:41 via saultstar.com
  
  Registration for Baby Time at James L. McIntyre Centennial Library starts Sept. 3. The weekly 30-minute program for infants aged up to 12 months and their caregivers runs four weeks starting Sept. 24 at 10 a.m.. Each child or caregiver must have a library card. Call 705-759-5241 for more information.
  
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• Main Sault library branch hosts Back to Hogwarts Week

  25-08-2026 16:32 via saultstar.com
  
  Back to Hogwarts Week returns to James L. McIntyre Centennial Library on Monday. Youngsters can get sorted into their Hogwarts House for the year, a release says. Sign up until Sept. 5. Call 705-759-5241 for more information. Registration for the library’s Baby Time program starts Sept. 3. The weekly 30-minute program for infants aged up to 12 months and their caregivers runs four weeks starting Sept. 24 at 10 a.m.. Each child or caregiver must have a library card. Call 705-759-5241 for m
  
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• Environmental action featured in new Sault museum exhibition

  25-08-2026 16:26 via saultstar.com
  
  An upcoming exhibit at Sault Ste. Marie Museum highlights community groups dedicated to environmental action. The exhibit, featuring organizations such as Clean North and Algoma Highlands Conservancy, runs Sept. 10-12, a release said. A grand opening will be held Sept. 10 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is by donation.
  
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• Victim struck with hatchet on Wellington Street East

  25-08-2026 16:04 via saultstar.com
  
  A man allegedly struck someone he knew with a hatchet and used the tool to damage property. The victim suffered minor injuries. Police went to a multi-unit residence in the 1200 block of Wellington Street East last Friday morning. A suspect was found in the area.Edward Dungey, 63, was charged with assault with a weapon and mischief under $5,000.He was held in custody pending bail hearing.
  
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• Man fires BB gun at pair in Sault's west end

  25-08-2026 15:23 via saultstar.com
  
  A BB gun was allegedly fired at two people when a man demanded they hand over their bags in a west-end neighbourhood.One person was struck and hurt, police say. The incident happened in the area of Parliament and Charles streets early on Aug. 11. A suspect was arrested Aug. 17. Christian Breathat, 31, was charged with assault with a weapon, fail to comply with probation order, possession of weapon for dangerous purpose and attempt robbery.He was being held at Algoma Treatment and Remand Centre
  
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• Sault woman's no-shows land her in jail

  25-08-2026 15:11 via saultstar.com
  
  A woman got jail time for not seeing her probation officer or going to John Howard Society. Megan Laird, 31, pleaded guilty to three offences last Friday, including failing to attend court in June, not reporting to her probation officer between last November and June and not going to John Howard Society in June 2025. Ontario Court Justice Heather Mendes noted Laird has “a very lengthy record” that is “replete with related offences.” Laird was sentenced to 15 days in jail
  
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• Sault woman's no-shows get her jail time

  25-08-2026 15:11 via saultstar.com
  
  A woman landed in jail for not seeing her probation officer or going to John Howard Society. Megan Laird, 31, pleaded guilty to three offences last Friday, including failing to attend court in June, not reporting to her probation officer between last November and June and not going to John Howard Society in June 2025. Ontario Court Justice Heather Mendes noted Laird has “a very lengthy record” that is “replete with related offences.” Laird was sentenced to 15 days in jai
  
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• Sault residents seek work at EDS Canada in 2001: IN OTHER YEARS

  25-08-2026 06:01 via saultstar.com
  
  Aug. 25, 2001Derek Bone, Lily DeMiglio, Nadia Kucherepa, Linda Pagnotta and Diana Spadafora are invited to a reunion of First Connection participants. Funded by the Hiliary M. Weston Foundation, First Connection offered internships to Grade 12 students who demonstrated outstanding leadership as community volunteers. People lined up to submit their resumes to EDS Canada. The company is opening a customer interaction centre at the corner of McNabb and Pim streets later this year. Aug. 25, 1976Dan
  
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• Sault Ste. Marie's list of certified candidates for the 2026 municipal election

  24-08-2026 22:34 via saultstar.com
  
  Sault Ste. Marie’s city clerk has officially certified candidates for the 2026 municipal election.MAYORJosh McNallySelva RasaiahJoel RowswellMatthew ShoemakerMatthew Toffelmire WARD 1 COUNCILLORLogan CostaBrent DerochieDan PallotSonny SpinaWARD 2 COUNCILLORWard 2 GouncillorMike DoanLuke DufourHarsh GoyalJudy HupponenMichael McCartanCynthia McCutcheonDennis MurphyStephanie PagnuccoDerek PearceWARD 3 COUNCILLORAngela CaputoNick DelavalleLuis MorenoGary TrembinskiJoshua VierimaaRon ZagordoWA
  
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• Sault Ste. Maire's list of certified candidates for the 2026 municipal election

  24-08-2026 22:34 via saultstar.com
  
  Sault Ste. Marie’s city clerk has officially certified candidates for the 2026 municipal election.MAYORJosh McNallySelva RasaiahJoel RowswellMatthew ShoemakerMatthew Toffelmire WARD 1 COUNCILLORLogan CostaBrent DerochieDan PallotSonny SpinaWARD 2 COUNCILLORWard 2 GouncillorMike DoanLuke DufourHarsh GoyalJudy HupponenMichael McCartanCynthia McCutcheonDennis MurphyStephanie PagnuccoDerek PearceWARD 3 COUNCILLORAngela CaputoNick DelavalleLuis MorenoGary TrembinskiJoshua VierimaaRon ZagordoWA
  
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• Shoemaker: 'No deal better than bad deal' as tariffs plague Algoma Steel

  24-08-2026 21:36 via saultstar.com
  
  No trade deal is not good news for Sault Ste. Marie but one with a 25 per cent tariff on steel would not have been any better, says Mayor Matthew Shoemaker.Add in the threat of taking away Canada’s French language and limiting trade with other countries – demands the United States added to the negotiating table just hours before a tariff deadline took effect – made the potential deal that much more unpalatable, Shoemaker told The Sault Star.“And today he (President Donal
  
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• Headline No deal better than bad deal, Shoemaker says as tariffs threaten Sault steel

  24-08-2026 21:36 via saultstar.com
  
  No trade deal is not good news for Sault Ste. Marie but one with a 25 per cent tariff on steel would not have been any better, says Mayor Matthew Shoemaker.Add in the threat of taking away Canada’s French language and limiting trade with other countries – demands the United States added to the negotiating table just hours before a tariff deadline took effect – made the potential deal that much more unpalatable, Shoemaker told The Sault Star.“And today he (President Donal
  
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• Rollover claims Wawa resident

  24-08-2026 20:41 via saultstar.com
  
  A Wawa-resident died when a utility terrain vehicle rolled over north of the community last Saturday.The collision happened on a trail near Lochalsh, about 30 kilometres east of Dubreuilville, Ontario Provincial Police say.The deceased was 36 years old. No name was released. Police learned of the rollover at about 6 p.m.
  
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• BREAKING: Algoma Steel to supply plate steel for new icebreakers

  24-08-2026 19:40 via saultstar.com
  
  The federal government has announced that it will invest $11 billion into building six new icebreakers and that is good news for Algoma Steel.Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Monday that all six icebreakers will be built in Canada at the Davie Shipyard in Lévis, Québec. The project will create almost 5,000 good jobs in the construction phase alone and contribute nearly $650 million annually to Canada’s GDP. Under the government’s Buy Canadian Policy, these vessels
  
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• Prince Township Mayor Melanie Mageran acclaimed for next term

  24-08-2026 15:18 via saultstar.com
  
  Prince Township’s incumbent mayor, Melanie Mageran has been acclaimed mayor and will serve another term after the Oct. 26 municipal election.But voters will head to the polls to elect their councillors.Five nominees will vie for the township’s four council seats, including incumbents Eugene Caputo, who is seeking a third council term, and Jane Weir, who is seeking a second. Also in the running are newcomers Mario Briglio, Lisa DelBosco, and Joseph William Newman. Nominations closed
  
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• Victim hospitalized after Cathcart Street assault

  24-08-2026 05:58 via saultstar.com
  A person suffered serious injuries when repeatedly punched by someone known to them, police say.The assault happened at a residence in the 300 block of Cathcart Street on June 1. The victim was taken to hospital. A suspect was arrested Aug. 18.Terry Bassett, 29, was charged with assault causing bodily harm. His court date is Nov. 26.
  
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