Vaccinations in Algoma behind province, still on track to meet targets
Timmins, North Bay and Sudbury have all lowered their COVID-19 vaccination eligibility, to at least 50 and older, but the same can't be said for the Sault.
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OPP in the Sault cleared in case where less-lethal weapon was fired at violent suspect
Ontario Provincial Police in Sault Ste. Marie have been cleared in a January incident where a less-lethal weapon was fired at a violent suspect who came at them with a knife.
Ontario math proficiency test gets failing grade from teaching candidates
There could be a lot of potential teachers at risk of losing their certification if changes aren't soon made to the math proficiency test that was instituted by the Ontario government. That's according to the Ontario Teacher Candidate Council who says the delivery of the program is 'inequitable.'
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Local bands raising money for Sault Area Hospital
A lull in the live music scene is not stopping local bands in Sault Ste. Marie from coming together to raise money for the Sault Area Hospital Foundation.
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Two stunt drivers in the Sault were travelling 159 km/h in a 60 km/h zone, police say
The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service say they have charged three people with stunt driving, including two who were travelling almost 100 km/h over the speed limit.
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Sault police charge lay charges in two cases of sexual assault
Two men in Sault Ste. Marie were charged with sexual assault this week, in two separate cases.
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First of its kind energy project approved in Sault Ste. Marie
In what is being hailed as the largest project in PUC's 100-year history and a potential game-changer for public utilities across Canada, the 'Sault Smart Grid' project in Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. is being given the green light by the Ontario Energy Board.
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Missanabie Cree to study invasive species with new grant
The Missanabie Cree First Nation has received 1 of 24 grants from the Invasive Species Centre, as part of the centre's 10th anniversary celebration.
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New big blue chairs added to five Sault lookout points
The Mayor's Youth Advisory Council has put up five big blue chairs at various spots throughout the city, encouraging people to snap a photo and enjoy the warm weather.
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Over fifty businesses in Sault Ste. Marie are competing against one another in a light-hearted 'sign war'
Over fifty businesses in Sault Ste. Marie are competing against one another in a light-hearted 'sign war.'
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Protesters flock to Sault park for 'Freedom' rally
Over 100 protesters attended a rally against the provincial shutdown Friday in Sault Ste. Marie.
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Northern communities brace for power outages due to wind gusts up to 80 km/h
Environment Canada is warning communities from Sault Ste. Marie to Killarney of strong wind gusts up to 80 km/h as Hydro One prepares for possible power outages.
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Sault police officers head-butted and spit on during woman's arrest
A 20-year-old woman is being charged with assaulting a peace officer after she lashed out violently during her arrest, police say.
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Police issue public alert for suspect considered armed and dangerous on Manitoulin Island
Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have issued a public alert advising residents on Manitoulin Island, specifically in the M’Chigeeng First Nation community and the area of Highway 551, to shelter in a safe place as they pursue a suspect who is considered armed and dangerous.
Potential COVID-19 exposure at Living Space in Timmins
The Porcupine Health Unit (PHU) is advising of a potential exposure at the Living Space in Timmins on May 1 and May 2. Testing is currently being offered to all guests and staff at the 21 Cedar Street North location.
Message in a bottle: Neighbours meet after discovery of memorial send-off
During a memorial service at the family’s camp on Manitoulin Island, a message in a bottle was released. Recently, the bottle washed up onshore and was found by a neighbour who has since reached out to the family.
Canada sets new single-day vaccination record logging more than 400,000 doses
Canada broke a new single-day record Friday, logging 400,489 COVID-19 vaccines doses as provinces expand eligibility.
Feds won't ask NACI to scale back public messaging after confusing advice: LeBlanc
The federal government has no plans to request that the National Advisory Committee on Immunization (NACI) reduce or eliminate their presence on the national stage, after mounting criticism they've provided unclear advice on the administration of COVID-19 vaccines.
Ontario reports fewer than 2,900 new COVID-19 cases as positivity rate continue to dip
Ontario health officials are reporting fewer than 2,900 new cases of COVID-19 as the province’s positivity rate continues to dip.
India's surge hits southern states, prompts more lockdowns
Two southern states in India became the latest to declare lockdowns, as coronavirus cases surge at breakneck speed across the country and pressure mounts on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government to implement a nationwide shutdown.
Amazon pauses Prime Day event in Canada amid COVID-19 outbreaks at warehouses
Amazon is pausing its Prime Day marketing event in Canada this year amid ongoing COVID-19 outbreaks at its facilities in Ontario's Peel Region.
South Africa's royal scandal: New Zulu king's claim disputed
A new Zulu king was named in South Africa amid scenes of chaos after members of the royal family questioned Prince Misuzulu Zulu's claim to the title following his father's death, and bodyguards suddenly whisked him away from the public announcement at a palace.
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Tam warns that full vaccination does not equal full protection from COVID-19
Canada's chief public health officer is reminding Canadians that even those who are fully vaccinated are not completely immune to COVID-19.
Chinese rocket debris set for re-entry by early Sunday
Remnants of China's largest rocket launched last week are expected to plunge back through the atmosphere late Saturday or early Sunday, European and U.S. tracking centres said on Saturday.
Canada sets new single-day vaccination record logging more than 400,000 doses
Canada broke a new single-day record Friday, logging 400,489 COVID-19 vaccines doses as provinces expand eligibility.
Obstructive sleep apnea may increase risk of severe COVID-19: study
A new study has found that people with a high risk of obstructive sleep apnea had increased odds of having COVID-19 and were twice as likely to be hospitalized with the disease or treated for it in an intensive care unit.
Ontario reports fewer than 2,900 new COVID-19 cases as positivity rate continue to dip
Ontario health officials are reporting fewer than 2,900 new cases of COVID-19 as the province’s positivity rate continues to dip.
