Monthly Archives: August 2020

Algoma Steel gets Federal Funding from Low Carbon Economy Fund

The Government of Canada’s number-one priority remains keeping Canadians safe and supporting families and businesses through the COVID-19 pandemic. Even at this time, work continues, to help the economy recover, create conditions for new jobs, lower emissions, and make life more affordable for Canadians. Today, the Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie, Terry Sheehan, on behalf of the Minister ...

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Morning News Tidbits – August 19

Weather – Sunny. Increasing cloudiness near noon then 30 percent chance of showers late this afternoon. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 19. UV index 7 or high. Tonight – Mainly cloudy with 30 percent chance of showers. Fog patches developing overnight. Low 13.   Statistics from Algoma Public Health  – August 18, 2020 Algoma Public Health is in the ...

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East Algoma OPP – Charges laid after Skidder is Stolen

On August 14, 2020, members from the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) began an investigation involving a stolen pick-up truck in the Hat Lake area, approximately 65 kilometres north of the City of Elliot Lake. The investigation evolved when, a day later, a log skidder was reported stolen from a Forestry business also in the Hat Lake area.   ...

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SSM – Mane Street Salon, Spa, Cafe & Bed & Breakfast

Bed & Breakfast: Website 626 Queen Street East Sault Ste. Marie Ontario (705) 253-4988 Relax ….there is no need to rush !. When U R in the Soo, stay the night, or two, or three…..Take your shoes off and relax in one of our 2 Large loft-like upstairs private apartments located in a nearly 100-year-old building in the heart of downtown ...

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SSM – Feeding your Soul Cafe & Catering

Feeding your Soul Cafe & Catering: Facebook Link Website 96 White Oak Drive East Sault Ste. Marie Ontario (705) 943-1685 Monday to Friday – 8:30 – 4 p.m. Feeding Your Soul Café opened it’s doors on September 13th, 2017 and has continued to grow with eat in, takeout, delivery and off site catering options. Using only the freshest ingredients from ...

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SSM – Perrys’ Great Northern Gun & Bow Shop

Perrys’ Great Northern Gun & Bow Shop Facebook Link Website 1325 Great Northern Road Sault Sainte Marie, ON (705) 759-8346   Family run for over 30 Years of experience…..we are pleased to offer a you wide variety of products by all the major manufacturers such as Browning, Remington, Winchester, Tikka, Sako, Weatherby, Savage, Ruger, Mossberg, CZ, Smith and Wesson. Unlike the big ...

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SE OPP Wawa – Unwanted Person Arrested

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On August 17, 2020, at approximately 7:20 a.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a call regarding an unwanted person on Beck Avenue in Wawa. Police attended the scene and located the individual laying in a grassy area adjacent to a residence. The person was placed under arrest for being intoxicated in a ...

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News from the Park – Investir dans nos écoles investit dans l’avenir

TOn dit que les sens olfactifs peuvent provoquer certaines des émotions et des souvenirs les plus forts chez les gens. Comme lorsque vous entrez dans une pièce et qu’un parfum particulier tel que la cuisson des biscuits ou un certain pot-pourri vous rappelle de puissants souvenirs de votre grand-mère. Pour moi cette semaine, un simple calendrier évoquait des souvenirs forts. ...

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News from the Park – Investing in Our Schools invests in the Future

They say the olfactory senses can bring about some of the strongest emotions and memories in people.  Like when you walk into a room and a particular scent such as baking cookies or a certain potpourri brings back powerful memories of your grandma.  For me this week, a simple calendar evoked strong memories.  I just couldn’t believe my eyes when ...

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Municipal Council Meeting Tonight – August 18

Council is holding a Special Council Meeting tonight in Council Chambers. The public is invited to attend electronically.   CALL TO ORDER DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST APPROVAL OF AGENDA Approval of the Agenda DELEGATIONS/PRESENTATIONS ANNOUNCEMENTS AND GIVING OF NOTICE Federal-Provincial Safe Restart -Emergency Funding Assistance ADOPTION OF MINUTES STAFF REPORTS BUSINESS ARISING OUT OF PREVIOUS MEETING NEW BUSINESS Receive Integrity ...

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Manitoulin OPP identifies Homicide Victim – Investigation continues

On August 4, 2020 at 8:38 p.m. members from the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a 911 call for an unwanted person related to a domestic disturbance at a residence in the Sables-Spanish Rivers Township. Police responded and located a victim who was transported by Emergency Medical Services (EMS) to hospital where they were pronounced ...

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Letter – Dragway in Wawa

Dear Brenda, While Rody and his Council cancelled the Wawa Drag Races (COVID-19), it seems that the the Wawa Dragway is still ongoing. The stretch of Churchill Avenue from Mission Road to the High School is an inviting stretch of road.  Cars, truck and ATV’s travel at excessive speeds endangering the lives of far too many.  Meanwhile nothing seems to be getting ...

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Allocution du ministre Steve Clark prononcée lors de la conférence 2020 de l’Association des municipalités de l’Ontario

Le ministre des Affaires municipales et du Logement, Steve Clark, a prononcé l’allocution suivante aujourd’hui devant les délégués lors de la conférence virtuelle de l’Association des municipalités de l’Ontario : Bonjour. J’espère que votre première conférence virtuelle de l’AMO se déroule bien. Bien que les choses aient changé depuis notre dernière rencontre, mes collègues du Conseil des ministres et moi-même ...

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Minister Steve Clark’s Speech at the 2020 Association of Municipalities of Ontario Conference

Today, Steve Clark, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, delivered the following remarks to delegates during the virtual Association of Municipalities of Ontario conference: Good morning – I hope you’re enjoying the first-ever virtual AMO conference. Things are a little different than the last time we met… but my cabinet colleagues and I are so glad the conference is happening. ...

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L’Ontario reprend le dépistage néonatal des troubles auditifs

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Le gouvernement de l’Ontario fournit 3,8 millions de dollars pour soutenir le dépistage néonatal des troubles auditifs pour les nouveau-nés qui n’ont pas eu accès au dépistage universel en raison de l’éclosion de COVID-19. Au cours des derniers mois, les organismes responsables du Programme de dépistage néonatal des troubles auditifs ont suspendu le dépistage auditif des nouveau-nés couramment pratiqué avant ...

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