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The Rise of Kenny Belanger
He has gone from a player who as a youngster was unceremoniously cut from a AAA program in his hometown of Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. to become a productive performer at the junior A and Ontario university levels. And now, as he nears his 22nd birthday, Kenny Belanger has signed […]
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Gov. Whitmer Gets Behind the Wheel for First Drive Across the Gordie Howe International Bridge
LANSING, Mich. — Governor Gretchen Whitmer got behind the wheel of a Michigan-built Ford Mustang to celebrate the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, marking a historic new connection between Michigan and Canada. Her administration, partnering with Canada, was responsible for the successful completion of the bridge project following decades of hurdles. Her drive marks the official opening of the bridge to traffic between Canada and the […]
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Trump is set to defend his economic policies in Michigan, where new Canadian tariffs may sting
MILFORD, Mich. (AP) — President Donald Trump plans to tout his handling of the economy during a visit to suburban Detroit on Monday, defending sweeping tariffs in a swing state where their effects have hurt many businesses as midterm election season heats up. Trump is visiting a General Motors facility in Milford, home to tracks and […]
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UPDATED: State Police Seek Help in Locating Missing Juvenile
UPDATE: The Michigan State Police report that Ella Hunter has been located and she is safe. ALPENA COUNTY, MI: On July 23, troopers from the Michigan State Police (MSP) Alpena Post beganinvestigating a juvenile runaway complaint. The preliminary investigation indicates that Ella Marie Hunter was last seen running away from […]
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Michigan Prisoner Charged with Brutal Slaying of His Own Cellmate
A Michigan prison inmate is now charged with First-Degree Murder in a killing prosecutors describe as exceptionally brutal. Authorities allege 50-year-old Aaron Samir Akel strangled his 73-year-old cellmate inside Macomb Correctional Facility on April 22, 2026. Prosecutors say the victim was then stabbed in one eye and impaled through the […]
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MSP Warns of Scam Calls Targeting Michigan Residents
Upper Peninsula, Michigan. The Michigan State Police (MSP) is warning residents about arecent phone scam involving individuals posing as MSP personnel. Reports indicate thatscammers are calling individuals posing as MSP members and falsely claiming the personmissed a court date or committed some type of violation. The caller then demands payment […]
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Chippewa County Man Sentenced to More Than Six Years in Prison for Criminal Sexual Conduct
Chippewa County Prosecutor Robert L. Stratton announced that on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, the Honorable James P. Lambros of the 50th Circuit Court sentenced Robert Leonard Ross following his convictions by a Chippewa County jury for Criminal Sexual Conduct and Furnishing Alcohol to a Minor. On April 23, 2026, following […]
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Chippewa County Sheriff, Mike Bitnar, Announces Retirement
It is with a humble heart that I’m officially announcing my retirement from the Chippewa County Sheriff’s Office, effective 1-2-2027. It is hard to believe that my career began with the Chippewa County Sheriff’s Office in June of 1991. I have been honored to serve the citizens of Chippewa County […]
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Jury Convicts Aaron Lehre of Multiple Counts of First- and Second-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct
Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan — The Chippewa Prosecutor’s Office announces that on July 23, 2026, a jury found Aaron Trevor Lehre guilty as charged of three counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct in the First Degree and one count of Criminal Sexual Conduct in the Second Degree. The convictions stem from […]
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Gov. Whitmer Lowers Flags to Honor Lincoln Park Fire Fighter Adam Amrozi
LANSING, Mich. — Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex and upon all public buildings and grounds across the state of Michigan to be lowered to half-staff on Friday, July 24, 2026, to honor the life and service of Sergeant Adam Amrozi, who passed away in the […]
Local News
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MSP Warns of Scam Calls Targeting Michigan Residents
July 24, 2026Upper Peninsula, Michigan. The Michigan State Police (MSP) is warning residents about arecent phone scam involving individuals [...] -
Chippewa County Man Sentenced to More Than Six Years in Prison for Criminal Sexual Conduct
July 24, 2026Chippewa County Prosecutor Robert L. Stratton announced that on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, the Honorable James P. Lambros of the [...] -
Chippewa County Sheriff, Mike Bitnar, Announces Retirement
July 24, 2026It is with a humble heart that I’m officially announcing my retirement from the Chippewa County Sheriff’s Office, effective [...]
- Jury Convicts Aaron Lehre of Multiple Counts of First- and Second-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct
- UPDATED: Police asking for assistance in locating missing 15-year-old from Mackinac County
- MSP to Host Free Teen Defensive Driving Training in Brimley and Gladstone
Michigan News
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Gov. Whitmer Gets Behind the Wheel for First Drive Across the Gordie Howe International Bridge
July 27, 2026LANSING, Mich. — Governor Gretchen Whitmer got behind the wheel of a Michigan-built Ford Mustang to [...] -
Trump is set to defend his economic policies in Michigan, where new Canadian tariffs may sting
July 27, 2026MILFORD, Mich. (AP) — President Donald Trump plans to tout his handling of the economy during a visit to suburban [...] -
UPDATED: State Police Seek Help in Locating Missing Juvenile
July 25, 2026UPDATE: The Michigan State Police report that Ella Hunter has been located and she is safe. ALPENA COUNTY, MI: On July 23, [...]
- Michigan Prisoner Charged with Brutal Slaying of His Own Cellmate
- Gov. Whitmer Lowers Flags to Honor Lincoln Park Fire Fighter Adam Amrozi
- Multiagency Training Exercise Announcement
National News
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Gov. Whitmer Signs Bills Reforming Michigan’s Juvenile Justice System
July 24, 2026LANSING, Mich.—Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed two bills to reform Michigan’s juvenile justice system [...] -
Darline Graham says she will run for a full term in Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat
July 21, 2026COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Sen. Darline Graham said Monday she’s running for a full term to replace her late brother Lindsey [...] -
Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, citing disputes over autos, alcohol and cheese
July 21, 2026WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Monday imposed 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, declaring that Canada has [...]
- Whitmer, Benson, Nessel defend Michigan elections after Trump speech
- Darline Graham Nordone, Lindsey Graham’s sister, appointed to serve out his Senate term
- Lindsey Graham, longtime senator from South Carolina, dies at 71
Sports
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The Rise of Kenny Belanger
July 27, 2026He has gone from a player who as a youngster was unceremoniously cut from a AAA program in his hometown of Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. [...] -
Sudbury Cubs leaving NOJHL
July 17, 2026EDITOR’S NOTE: The owners of the reigning Northern Ontario Jr. Hockey League champion Sudbury Cubs have sent out the following [...] -
Soo Eagles and Soo Indians Announce Official Affiliation Between Two Teams
July 1, 2026The Soo Indians AAA Hockey Club is excited to announce an affiliation between the team and the Soo Eagles Jr. A team of the [...]
- Legendary coach Doreen Ingalls steps down after five state titles at Saint Ignace
- Soo Eagles Marceau off to Grand Valley State of AHCA
- Eagles’ Zaharias off to NCAA D-III Beloit College
North Of The Border
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Here’s how the experts see World Series Game 6 shaking out and what the Blue Jays need to do to win
October 31, 2025After a historic pitching performance from rookie Trey Yesavage in Game 5, and an offense that backed him up with six runs, the [...] -
One Charged with Sexual Assault, Forcible Confinement
October 10, 2025On October 9, 2025, detectives with Investigation Services charged 40-year-old Derek Morgan with sexual assault and forcible [...] -
Canada’s Trudeau announces resignation after nearly a decade as prime minister
January 6, 2025TORONTO (AP) — Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation Monday after nearly a decade in power, bowing [...]
- Five people die in related shootings overnight in Sault, ON
- No more American-based news for our Canadian readers
- Worker dies at Algoma Steel; investigation underway




























