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'The Sault needs to have confidence in itself' says former Algoma University president

'The Sault needs to have confidence in itself' says former Algoma University president

Retired university president, French language professor, political candidate remains active with Harvest Algoma
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Christmas Cheer lasts all year for these Sault ladies

Christmas Cheer lasts all year for these Sault ladies

Last year the Christmas Cheer ladies sent 1,333 knitted and crocheted items to Christmas Cheer, and this year they surpassed that amount
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Longtime Batchewana chief continues to make progress for Indigenous people

Longtime Batchewana chief continues to make progress for Indigenous people

'Everywhere I go they consider me an Elder and they still consider me a chief. I’m still going to help out and roll up my sleeves and do what I can to move the yardstick,' Dean Sayers said
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‘It’s about helping where you can’: Retired Sault cop still has plenty of active duties

‘It’s about helping where you can’: Retired Sault cop still has plenty of active duties

After 30 years with the Sault Ste. Marie Police, Jane Martynuck now works with First Nations communities in emergency training — and spends more time with her camera
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Garden River couple rings in 70th wedding anniversary

Garden River couple rings in 70th wedding anniversary

‘We have the most wonderful family’: After celebrating the milestone occasion with a big party, Doreen and Harold Lesage sat down with SooToday to share the secrets of a healthy marriage and the blessings that come with having a giant family tree
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Sault realtor still selling houses, 55 years after first transaction

Sault realtor still selling houses, 55 years after first transaction

John Thompson, 89, says hard work, honesty key to his long career
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Local man on a mission finishes 'walk around the world'

Local man on a mission finishes 'walk around the world'

Les Lampkin began his trek in support of SOYA in 2019, and on Tuesday he crossed the finish line for a distance equivalent to walking around the globe
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Rory Ring exits Sault Chamber for job in southern Ontario

Rory Ring exits Sault Chamber for job in southern Ontario

Departing CEO says he is most proud of how community rallied around local businesses during COVID; will lead Chatham-Kent Chamber of Commerce starting in June
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'Don’t be a bystander': Former city councillor still devoted to serving the Sault

'Don’t be a bystander': Former city councillor still devoted to serving the Sault

A well-known figure in town, Susan Myers reflects on her years of work as tourism professional, city councillor, school board trustee and dedicated volunteer
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Meet Norman Douglas: retired Sault prosecutor, respected judge — and Elvis impersonator

Meet Norman Douglas: retired Sault prosecutor, respected judge — and Elvis impersonator

Born in Hawk Junction and raised in Sault Ste. Marie, Douglas is returning to his hometown April 6 to sign copies of his new book 'You Be the Judge'
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