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• Rescheduled Shadows Film Announced

  07-06-2019 16:46
  The Shadows of the Mind Film Festival will be screening the uplifting film, A Street Cat Named Bob, this Saturday June 8 at 7:00pm at The Grand Theatre at 641 Queen St. East.  Admission is by donation. A Street Cat Named Bob was a kick-off title for the film festival’s 20th anniversary season back in […]
  
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• Sault, Echo Bay men cuffed in drug bust

  09-07-2026 21:24 via saultstar.com
  
  Nearly $45,000 in cash, two vehicles and about 300 grams of suspected cocaine were seized in a drug bust carried out in Sault Ste. Marie and two neighbouring communities, police saySearch warrants were executed at residences in the 600 block of MacDonald Avenue, 900 block of Second Line West, 0 to 100 block of Lake Street in Echo Bay and 9000 block of Highway 17 in Bruce Mines on Wednesday.Brass knuckles and several rounds of ammunition were also allegedly found. Jacob Gartshore, 28, of Sault S
  
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• Farce Boeing-Boeing lands in Michigan Sault

  09-07-2026 21:00 via saultstar.com
  
  Soo Theatre Project presents Boeing-Boeing in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. The farce runs July 16-18. Curtain is 7 p.m. and 2 p.m. on July 18, a release says.The cast features Austin Gervais, Cindy Smith, Joshua Porter, Erin Pendygraft, Miranda Allen and Allie Cook. Advance tickets are $20 and $10 students. Regular admission is $22. Students pay $12. Call 906-632-1930, go to Soo Theatre Project’s office or order online for tickets. The theatre is at 534 Ashmun St.
  
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• Cambrian Mall presence will offer ‘seamless and accessible’ service: Group Health Centre

  09-07-2026 19:23 via saultstar.com
  
  Relocating several services to Cambrian Mall will provide healthier access to care, not to mention room for growth, Group Health Centre says.Work is underway to convert what was an empty shop at the 44 Great Northern Rd., mall into a care destination, allowing the Access Care Clinic , Advanced Support , and Wellness Programs, to begin operations there by July 13.“This move will bring services closer together, support a seamless and accessible experience for patients, provide space better
  
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• Cambrian Mall clinic will offer ‘seamless and accessible’ service: Group Health Centre

  09-07-2026 19:23 via saultstar.com
  
  Relocating several services to Cambrian Mall will provide healthier access to care, not to mention room for growth, Group Health Centre says.Work is underway to convert what was an empty shop at the 44 Great Northern Rd., mall into a clinic, allowing the Access Care Clinic , Advanced Support , and Wellness Programs, to begin operations there by July 13.“This move will bring services closer together, support a seamless and accessible experience for patients, provide space better aligned wi
  
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• Man's repeated thefts 'nuisance' to Sault LCBO outlets

  09-07-2026 15:57 via saultstar.com
  
  A man’s repeated thefts of booze gave LCBO outlets in Sault Ste. Marie a heck of a hangover. Thomas Agawa stole merchandise from the Great Northern Road and Churchill Plaza locations repeatedly between March 11 and April 17, court heard Wednesday.He also too more than $300 of merchandise from Shoppers Drug Mart on Second Line West in April, Ontario Court Justice Kevin Sherwood heard. Agawa pleaded guilty to 16 offences including seven counts theft under $5,000 and four counts breach of un
  
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• Man loses teeth in downtown assault

  09-07-2026 14:46 via saultstar.com
  
  A man lost two teeth when he was punched in the face during an unprovoked assault at a downtown eatery in early January.The victim was hurt at Wendy’s on Queen Street West on Jan. 5, assistant Crown attorney Adrianna Mucciarelli told court on Wednesday.A second man who tried to intervene was also punched. Joshua Nights pleaded guilty to aggravated assault. He also pleaded to the same charge in connection with an Oct. 17, 2025 incident at a Burger King in Oakville. Nights argued with a wor
  
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• '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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• Sault YMCA welcomes national president

  07-07-2026 22:06 via saultstar.com
  
  Sault Ste. Marie YMCA welcomes the president and CEO of YMCA Canada on Monday.Peter Dinsdale participates in a community open house from noon until 1:30 p.m., a release says. Light refreshments will be served.
  
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• Sault revue features American composer's songs

  07-07-2026 22:01 via saultstar.com
  
  The songs of American composer Jason Robert Brown are celebrated with a pair of shows at Algoma University in August. Great Lakes Artist Series presents Stars and the Moon: A Jason Robert Brown Musical Revue on Aug. 13 and 14 at The Speakeasy. Start time is 7:30 p.m., a release says. More than a dozen performers, including Carli Disano, Jenna Konieczny, Ryan Mauro, Leo Moore Madii Schomogyi and Jes Tucci-Merlino, are featured. Tickets are $35 plus fees. Buy online at EventBrite. A cash bar is a
  
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• Suspended Sault driver was impaired: POLICE

  07-07-2026 20:10 via saultstar.com
  
  A woman who wasn’t supposed to drive is accused of getting behind the wheel impaired. Police checked a motorist in a parking lot in the 800 block of Second Line East last Saturday afternoon. Small amounts of suspected fentanyl and cocaine were found, police say.Crystal Hache, 42, was charged with operation while impaired, drug and/or alcohol, operation while impaired, blood/drug concentration, driving while under suspension and two counts possession of a controlled substance. Her court da
  
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• Sault Area Hospital's next CEO seeks to ‘advance’ strategic plan, ‘strengthen’ care

  07-07-2026 18:28 via saultstar.com
  
  Sault Area Hospital has recruited a senior health-care executive with nearly 30 years of leadership experience to serve as its next president and CEO.Murray Doucette has worked across provincial health systems, academic health centres, long‑term care organizations and public‑sector institutions.Doucette is recognized for his “people‑centred” leadership style, “strong” partnership‑building skills and “commitment” to transparency, accoun
  
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• New Sault Area Hospital heads seek to ‘advance’ strategic plan, ‘strengthen’ care

  07-07-2026 18:28 via saultstar.com
  
  Sault Area Hospital has recruited a senior health-care executive with nearly 30 years of leadership experience to serve as its next president and CEO.Murray Doucette has worked across provincial health systems, academic health centres, long‑term care organizations and public‑sector institutions.Doucette is recognized for his “people‑centred” leadership style, “strong” partnership‑building skills and “commitment” to transparency, accoun
  
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• New Sault Area Hospital CEO seeks to ‘advance’ strategic plan, ‘strengthen’ care

  07-07-2026 18:28 via saultstar.com
  
  Sault Area Hospital has recruited a senior health-care executive with nearly 30 years of leadership experience to serve as its next president and CEO.Murray Doucette has worked across provincial health systems, academic health centres, long‑term care organizations and public‑sector institutions.Doucette is recognized for his “people‑centred” leadership style, “strong” partnership‑building skills and “commitment” to transparency, accoun
  
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• Drugs cause 'issues' for Sault man

  07-07-2026 18:02 via saultstar.com
  
  Drugs spell trouble for a Sault Ste. Marie man who wants to get treatment.A television and furniture were broken at a Steelton home on June 16.A woman Allan Smythe-Lance is in a relationship with returned from a coffee run to find the home in disarray, said assistant Crown attorney Adrianna Mucciarelli on Tuesday. The woman thought Allan Smythe-Lance was looking for drugs, Mucciarelli told Ontario Court Justice Heather Mendes. Smythe-Lance, 37, pleaded guilty to mischief under $5,000 and failin
  
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• Man steals SUV from Sault Area Hospital

  07-07-2026 17:24 via saultstar.com
  
  A man stole an SUV from Sault Area Hospital and ditched the vehicle near Sault College in early 2025. The vehicle, which was running, was taken when the owner was bringing his wife into the health-care facility on March 28, said assistant Crown attorney Adrianna Mucciarelli on Tuesday.The SUV was reported abandoned in the middle of the road on Kent Avenue. A man was seen exiting the automobile He was found at the nearby Satellite Motel on Great Northern Road. Connor Reed, 20, pleaded guilty to
  
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• Man accidentally fatally shot on Bay Street: CROWN

  07-07-2026 16:31 via saultstar.com
  
  A man who was on multiple firearm prohibitions accidentally fatally shot another male during a night of drug use above a former downtown bar in early 2025.Adam Charlebois, 25, died when he was shot in the chest at a close distance on March 27 in a room at the former New American Pub at 602 Bay St.Charlebois was using drugs with Christian Tucci and a woman, said assistant Crown attorney Heidi Mitchell on Monday. The mood was casual with talking and laughing. The trio knew each other. Tucci, who
  
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• Man accidentally fatally shot on Bay Street

  07-07-2026 16:31 via saultstar.com
  
  A man who was on multiple firearm prohibitions accidentally fatally shot another male during a night of drug use above a former downtown bar in early 2025.Adam Charlebois, 25, died when he was shot in the chest at a close distance on March 27 in a room at the former New American Pub at 602 Bay St.Charlebois was using drugs with Christian Tucci and a woman, said assistant Crown attorney Heidi Mitchell on Monday. The mood was casual with talking and laughing. The trio knew each other. Tucci, who
  
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• Carpin Beach Road assault hurts 1

  07-07-2026 15:15 via saultstar.com
  
  A man struck someone who told them to leave a property in the 1000 block of Carpin Beach Road on June 27, police say. Minor injuries resulted. The victim and their assailant did not know each other.Jayden Agawa-Corbiere, 19, was charged with assault, resist peace officer, being intoxicated in a public place and fail to leave premises when directed.Court date for the accused is Sept. 21.
  
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• Sault soldier Lucas dies in bombardment in 1916: IN OTHER YEARS

  07-07-2026 06:01 via saultstar.com
  July 7, 2001Sarah Wood, a Grade 12 student at White Pines Collegiate and Vocational School, is among 54 Canadian youth spending the month in Halifax, N.S, at Shad Valley Dalhousie. Senior high school students are exposed to innovation and entrepreneurship through an intense leadership and learning experience, focusing on science and technology.July 7, 1976The National Congress of Italian Canadians can expect a cheque for $50,000 from the Sault’s Italian Earthquake Relief Fund later this m
  
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• Impaired driver had to be woken up, police say

  06-07-2026 21:32 via saultstar.com
  
  Police laid charges Sunday of operation while impaired, dangerous operation, and possession of schedule I substances after receiving a call at about 7:50 p.m. of someone asleep in the driver’s seat of a running vehicle in the 0-100 block of Great Northern Road.Officers were dispatched to the scene, where they located and woke the driver – later identified as the accused. Upon speaking with the accused and observing drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle, officers say they developed g
  
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