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• Two passengers fined $1,000 each after refusing to wear masks on WestJet flights

  04-09-2020 18:59
  
  OTTAWA — Transport Canada has fined two airline passengers for refusing to wear face masks on board. The department says the travellers were fined $1,000 each after ignoring repeated directions from cabin crew to put on their face coverings. The first incident occurred on a WestJet flight from Calgary to Waterloo, Ont., in June and the […]
  
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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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• Demonstrators to protest Ford at Sault protest Saturday

  24-08-2026 05:48 via saultstar.com
  
  Ontario Premier Doug Ford’s education policies will be protested Saturday.Demonstrators will gather outside MPP Chris Scott’s constituency office at 153 Great Northern Rd., at 11 a.m., a release says.The event’s website is protestdougford.com.
  
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• Victim from Sault trafficked

  24-08-2026 04:07 via saultstar.com
  
  A person was allegedly transported from Sault Ste. Marie to Toronto to engage in sex work. The victim was threatened with a firearm, police say. Intimate images were posted online. A man was arrested when a search warrant was executed at an address in Vaughan in May 2025. Jaydon Anderson, 31, was charged with more than 15 offences including kidnapping, point a firearm, forcible confinement, advertising another person’s sexual services and two counts possession of a controlled substance fo
  
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• Opening planned for new Blind River school

  23-08-2026 05:05 via saultstar.com
  An official opening is planned for a new school in Blind River. Dignitaries are expected to attend the ribbon cutting for Algoma District School Board’s Three Rivers JK-12 School on Sept. 9 at 2:15 p.m. The ceremony follows the first day of classes at the site at 158 Youngfox Road, said ADSB communications officer Fran Walsh. Three Rivers replaces W.C. Eaket Secondary School and Blind River Public School. The school, built at a cost of $50.5 million, is also home to Conseil scolaire du Gr
  
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• Mayor wants tariff-free trade

  22-08-2026 18:30 via saultstar.com
  
  Statement from Mayor Matthew Shoemaker:“A tariff-free trading relationship benefits both Canada and the United States, and I encourage the Federal government to continue working toward an agreement that restores tariff-free trade between our two countries. As Mayor of Sault Ste. Marie, the treatment of Canadian steel is my foremost concern in any future agreement with the United States. We have seen firsthand the consequences a 50% tariff can have on Algoma Steel, its workers and our comm
  
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• Sault driver faces speeding charge in Huron Shores

  22-08-2026 14:41 via saultstar.com
  
  A Sault Ste. Marie driver faces several Highway Traffic Act charges after being stopped on Highway 17 in Municipality of Huron Shores last Thursday. Licence plates on the car were still registered to the previous owner, Ontario Provincial Police say. The motorist, 52, was charged with speeding, fail to apply for permit on becoming owner and use plate not authorized for vehicle.Earlier that day, a second vehicle was allegedly travelling more than 50 kilometres above the speed limit on Highway 17
  
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• Carney says he's matching new U.S. tariffs

  22-08-2026 14:19 via saultstar.com
  
  OTTAWA — In a stunning setback in trade negotiations with the United States, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced late on Friday that he is suspending talks and will match steep new U.S. tariffs that are set to come into effect on some Canadian goods.Canada and the U.S. were engaged in intense negotiations to reach a deal that would help avert new 50 per cent tariffs on $29 billion-worth of Canadian goods, which were initially set to kick in on Wednesday, but U.S. President Donald Trump e
  
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• Province considers new hospital for Sault in 2001: IN OTHER YEARS

  22-08-2026 06:01 via saultstar.com
  
  Aug. 22, 2001Ministry of Health and Long-term Care is still considering Sault Area Hospital’s request to build a new $175-million facility as well as become a single, non-denominational board. Aug. 22, 1951Mrs. Elizabeth Bodfors DuBois kept teaching Sunday school at St. Andrew’s United Church well past her 90th year. She died Aug. 19. Burial is at Greenwood Cemetery today. “It was hard work that kept me here,” she often told friends and relatives. “I have done ever
  
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• Nominations closed: Municipal election race officially begins

  21-08-2026 20:52 via saultstar.com
  
  And, they’re off.Nominations for candidates seeking a seat in the upcoming municipal election have now closed. The official certified list of candidates will be released on Monday.Certification of the candidates means each candidate has been vetted to ensure that they meet all the criteria to legally seek election.In total, there are five candidates seeking the top elected mayoral post. Another 30 candidates are seeking 10 spots around the council table, including eight incumbents. Matthe
  
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• Victim badly hurt in St. George's Avenue West assault

  21-08-2026 14:22 via saultstar.com
  
  A victim suffered serious injuries in an assault on St. George’s Avenue West on Thursday evening. Sault Ste. Marie Police Service went to the street’s 0 to 100 block at about 9:30 p.m., said spokesperson Lincoln Louttit in an email to The Sault Star. The assailant fled west St. George’s Avenue West. Several Sault Ste. Marie Police Service units, including emergency services and forensic identification, responded to the call.
  
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• Victim badly hurt in St. George's Avenue assault

  21-08-2026 14:22 via saultstar.com
  
  A victim suffered serious injuries in an assault on St. George’s Avenue West on Thursday evening. Sault Ste. Marie Police Service went to the street’s 0 to 100 block at about 9:30 p.m., said spokesperson Lincoln Louttit in an email to The Sault Star. The assailant fled west St. George’s Avenue West. Several Sault Ste. Marie Police Service units, including emergency services and forensic identification, responded to the call.
  
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