A federal review of one of the largest projects in Canadian history commenced on January 5th, and the public has just 30 days to complete an initial review. The comment period on the Nuclear Waste Management Organization’s (NWMO) description of their project was announced on the federal Impact Assessment Agency’s website on Monday afternoon, launching the 30-day public comment period ...

In response to the recent layoffs announced at Algoma Steel, Sault College is extending support to affected workers through a series of January information sessions focused on retraining, upgrading and employment opportunities.   These January sessions will help individuals explore available services and education pathways. Participants will learn about employment supports, resume and cover letter assistance, employer connections, and retraining ...

The roar of engines and the spirit of endurance will once again take center stage as the International Snowmobile Race Week returns to Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, from February 1–7, 2026, proudly presented by GFL Environmental. Recognized as the largest and longest single snowmobile race in the world, this iconic international event has attracted thousands of racers, teams, and fans ...

Jan 7, 2026 at 12:42 The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service is seeking witnesses of a motor vehicle collision which took place on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Shortly after 7:00 p.m., officers responded to a collision between a blue SUV and a black pickup truck at the intersection of Wellington Street West and Carmen’s Way. No serious physical injuries were ...

To those who dump items in the church porch, PLEASE DO NOT BLOCK entry!   This is still a church.  This past Sunday morning, the organist could not get into the church because of bags and boxes piled in front of the door.  We cannot continue to block this entryway.   There are numerous other groups using the church building ...

“Ontarians deserve the truth”: Stiles responds as court rules Ford must turn over personal phone records Marit Stiles, Leader of Ontario’s Official Opposition, has issued the following statement, after an Ontario court ruled that Premier Doug Ford must turn over his personal phone records in compliance with numerous freedom of information requests: “This goes back to the beginning of the ...

It’s time for a golden anniversary. Celebrating five decades of linguistic commentary, Lake Superior State University (LSSU) presents the 50th annual Banished Words List, a tradition highlighting the importance and evolution of language. What began as a whimsical New Year’s Eve party idea in 1976, has grown into a global reflection on the words that wear out their welcome. Since ...

We will experience a staffing pressure for Physician services in the Emergency Department (ED) on January 1st, 2026. The Emergency Department will remain open; however, we ask that you visit the ED only if you have an emergency. We will be leaning on a local Physician to provide unscheduled coverage, therefore, please only visit the ER if you have an ...

December 29th, 2025 Due to today’s declared Snow Day, the Township of Black River-Matheson has opened a Warming Station to support residents requiring temporary relief from the cold. Location: Vern Miller Arena 1 Arena Avenue, Matheson The Warming Station is available to provide a safe, warm indoor space for residents during extreme winter conditions and will remain open as long ...

The City of Sault Ste. Marie continues to respond to a Significant Weather Event involving freezing rain with 5 to 10 mm of ice accretion and snowfall accumulations of 20 to 40 cm. The following updates are provided regarding municipal services and operations: Road Clearing Efforts: Crews continue to prioritize main and collector roads, followed by residential streets. Due to ...

Third-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing students at Sault College have successfully completed a series of social action projects that are making a measurable difference for vulnerable populations across the Algoma region. Working in partnership with local agencies, the students addressed priority social determinants of health including food insecurity, housing instability, mental health, and access to care.   Guided by ...

Team Rank Wins GP TERRIS, Tom 1 8 8 MORRISON, Matthew 2 5 8 LESCHISHIN, Mark 3 4 8 TERRIS, Spencer 3 4 8 HALE, Ron 5 2 8 BUMSTEAD, Aaron 6 1 8   Game Schedule for Monday, January 12th. Ice 1 Ice 2 Ice 3 Ice 4 HALE LESCHISHIN MORRISON S. TERRIS BUMSTEAD T. TERRIS

December 22, 2025 The Honourable Doug Ford Premier of Ontario Legislative Building, Queen’s Park Toronto, ON M7A 1A1 Dear Premier Ford, I am writing to you today following yet another devastating tragedy on Northern Ontario’s highways. Yesterday, near Opasatika, a fatal collision resulted in the loss of three lives from the same family. This heartbreaking incident was compounded by a ...

The Nishnawbe Aski Police Service has laid a series of charges connected to an ongoing investigation of historic child abuse. Members of the NAPS Northeast Crime Unit began an investigation into allegations of child abuse in May of 2025. The abuse allegations relate to a series of incidents that occurred between November 2024 and March 2025 in Brunswick House First ...

The Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (R.O.P.E.) Squad would like to advise the public that a Federal Offender who went unlawfully at large on October 9th, 2025, has been apprehended in Timmins, ON. Eric Richard Joseph Cardinal was located and arrested by the Timmins Police Service. CARDINAL is serving a 3-year, 3-month sentence for; Robbery Armed Robbery Assault Cause Bodily Harm ...