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GIBBS, Barbara Mary (Harkness)

It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Barbara on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at the Sault Area Hospital surrounded by the love of her family

Trump says trade deal with Canada 'moving along' ahead of deadline

WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump said the trade deal with Canada is "moving along," as his latest tariff threat on $28 billion worth of Canadian goods is set to take effect just after midnight.

Plane crashed on second attempt to land in heavy fog in Alaska, killing all 8 aboard, officials say

JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — A plane that crashed at a remote military site in western Alaska, killing all eight people on board, was making its second runway approach in heavy fog when it lost contact, authorities said Friday.

A correction to stories about B.C. wildfire damage and destruction

Stories published by The Canadian Press on Aug. 11 and Aug. 13 incorrectly reported that structures had been damaged or destroyed on 170 properties due to the Pear Lake wildfire. In fact, it was more than 120 properties. The Canadian Press

What to know about the Bald Range fire and B.C.'s wildfire emergency

Here are key facts about the Bald Range wildfire that exploded within hours of its detection in British Columbia's south Okanagan region on Aug. 7. B.C.

What to know about the Bald Range fire and B.C.'s wildfire emergency

Premier David Eby has said British Columbia's wildfire season turned "brutal," with a ferocious blaze that led to the death of an 80-year-old woman and forced some 20,000 people out of their homes in the south Okanagan last weekend.

Charred road to recovery in B.C.'s Okanagan as province extends state of emergency

While the immediate threat of wildfire has subsided for Summerland, B.C., a fire official said there was much work ahead on the road to recovery and the B.C. government extended a provincial state of emergency on Friday.

Some shoppers say 'not a chance' they'll buy American booze if Ontario brings it back

The ban has been in place at the Liquor Control Board of Ontario and in most other provinces since 2025

An 18-year-old with a sword attacks a school in Sweden, leaving 1 dead and 2 injured

GENEVA (AP) — An 18-year-old man with a sword attacked a school Friday in central Sweden , leaving one person dead and at least two others seriously injured, a police chief said.

Court cuts $50M judgment against Infowars' Alex Jones over falsely labeling Newtown killings a hoax

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A Texas court on Friday slashed a $50 million judgment that conspiracy theorist Alex Jones was ordered to pay families of the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre over his false claims that one of the deadliest mass shootin

LeBlanc, Charette to meet with U.S. trade rep with hours to go on tariff deadline

OTTAWA — Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc and Canada's chief negotiator Janice Charette are set to meet with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in Washington this morning as the clock ticks down on the latest tariff deadline.

'It was pretty cool': Sault Cougars football team excited for home opener

New recruits and a strong team culture have the Cougars feeling confident

Suspect in last night's assault on St. Georges Avenue still on the loose

A victim was taken to hospital with serious injuries

BOUDAH, MERV

BOUDAH, MERV (August 21, 2008) Sadly missed along life’s way, Quietly remembered every day Always missed, forever loved Rick, Carol, Ron and their families

E-scooters must only be used on private property, police said

Users can travel at fast and falls or collisions may cause injuries or fatalities

Weekend Outlook: Weekend brings multiple chances of nuisance showers

By the end of the weekend, an upper-level low is expected to settle over the region, ushering in a cooler, windier pattern that'll feel more like early fall than late August

Your child's bilingual future starts in a CSC Nouvelon school

The French Catholic school board caters to students from nearly 50 countries, offering a culturally diverse classroom environment while supporting Francophone identity in Sault Ste. Marie.

August 21st Weather Discussion

Today brings a mix of clouds and limited sunshine, with showers and a chance of thunderstorms possible through the day, becoming more intense this evening and overnight. South to southerly winds of 15 km/h with gusts up to 30 km/h are expected through

Good morning, Sault Ste. Marie! Here's today's weather!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices

Charter plane crash kills 8 near remote radar site in western Alaska, military says

JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — A charter aircraft carrying eight people crashed at a remote radar site in western Alaska on Thursday, killing all on board, the U.S. military said.

Shoemaker pushes for local economy, health care at annual conference

Sault reps brought their top priorities this week to the Association of Municipalities of Ontario conference

Boat capsizes in northwestern Nigeria, leaving dozens of people dead

SOKOTO, Nigeria (AP) — A boat capsized Thursday in a river in Nigeria ’s northwestern Sokoto state, leaving at least 47 people dead, officials and residents said.

LeBlanc back in Washington to meet with Greer, continue deal finalization

OTTAWA — Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc returned to Washington on Thursday to meet again with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer as work continues to finalize a deal to avert a new round of U.S. tariffs. U.S.

Get ready to party! Downtown street party happening tonight

Enjoy an evening of live entertainment, local shopping, great food, family activities, and more

Canada silent as Israel clears itself in death of aid workers, including a Canadian

OTTAWA — Israel has concluded its military did not commit a criminal act when it killed a Canadian and six other aid workers in Gaza two years ago.

Federal agents seize devices from ex-Rep. Eric Swalwell in sexual misconduct probe, AP source says

WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal agents seized electronic devices from former Rep.

Quebec coroner recommends Montreal police review use of force after 2025 death

MONTREAL — A Quebec coroner is urging Montreal police to review its restraint and use of force practices following the 2025 death of Abisay Cruz. According to Géhane Kamel's report dated Aug.

Wildfire crews fight weather, terrain on growing blaze near Summerland, B.C.

SUMMERLAND — The British Columbia Wildfire Service says activity has picked up at the Bald Range blaze nearby Summerland due to persistent hot and dry conditions.

WSIB laying off Sault workers, moving to southern Ontario, union says

A WSIB restructuring will eliminate hundreds of jobs across the province

US sends 20 deportees to Liberia, part of 1,200 migrants the country will receive under new deal

HARBEL, Liberia (AP) — The United States sent 20 deportees to Liberia, who arrived on Thursday as part of 1,200 migrants that the African country will receive under a new deal.