SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. — At its July 12 special meeting, the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Board of Directors passed a resolution, “Vote of No Confidence in DJ Hoffman Serving as Chairperson of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians and Suspension of Duties Effective Immediately and Until […]
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A $3 million (Canadian) painting project at the Sault Ste. Marie International Bridge is scheduled to begin this week.
The project, which will coat the curb and service walk railing on the Canadian half of the bridge, is fully funded through the Federal Bridge Corp. Limited (FBCL) with the help of a capital budget allocation approved by the Government of Canada. The prime contractor, Hastings Painting Corp. of Windsor, […]
Mackinac Island named best island in continental U.S. by Travel + Leisure
MACKINAC ISLAND, MI – If there was any secret left to the beauty of Michigan’s Mackinac Island as a destination trip, it’s pretty safe to say this latest accolade being laid at its shore will take care of that. Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards came out today, with newcomer […]
Two local residents sentenced to decades in prison for major crimes committed in the area
Two local residents were sentenced to years in prison today by 50th Circuit Court Judge James P Lambros for crimes committed in the area years ago. Tyler Thomas Delong from Sault Ste. Marie was sentenced to30 years in prison today on charges of assault with intent to murder, first-degree criminal […]
Christmas in July: Girls Just Making a Livin’ by Sharon Kennedy
Some gals chose a career path that involves dressing to the nines and working in an office all day. It’s the usual nine-to-five job. Sometimes it’s a wonderful experience and lasts from the first day of employment right through retirement. Other gals become entrepreneurs and start their own business. Some, […]
Newly elected Sault Tribe directors take oath
SAULT STE. MARIE — Newly elected Sault Tribe board representatives took their oath of office July 5 at the Kewadin Casino Grand Ballroom — Isaac McKechnie and Robert McRorie for Unit I, Kimberly Lee for Unit II, Shawn Borowicz for Unit III, Kimberly Hampton for Unit IV and Tyler LaPlaunt […]
Detroit Police Officer shot and killed was father of two
A Detroit police officer was shot and killed Wednesday on the city’s west side. Officers were responding to a shots fired call in the area of Joy Rd & Hubbell, and when they arrived, the suspect immediately started firing. Authorities say the suspect used a DRACO to shoot at the […]
Scheduled update for 6 Mile Bridge (Waiska River crossing)
The 6 Mile Bridge over the Waiska River will be closed for demolition beginning at 6 AM on Monday, July 11, 2022. The bridge will remain closed until the US Labor Day weekend. This will be a full closure with no vehicle, bicycle, or pedestrian access. Please plan ahead and […]
Central Savings Bank celebrates 11th Annual Burger Bash
Wednesday, June 15th the Directors, Officers and Staff of Central Savings Bank came together to host their 11th Annual Burger Bash for the benefit of My Michigan Health Road to Recovery Cancer Care-A-Van Program. Held under the canopy of CSB’s main office, 500 burgers were served along with all the […]
International Bridge Walk cancelled again due to Canadian border regulations
Residents who enjoy taking part in the annual International Bridge Walk will have to wait as the event has been cancelled for a third straight year. Held at the end of June every year, the bridge walk was forced to take another pause after the organizers and parties involved in […]