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Huge majority of LCBO workers support strike action

Huge majority of LCBO workers support strike action

Workers at Ontario's primary liquor retailer are one step closer to a potential strike after union members voted 97 per cent in favour of a mandate to walk off the job
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‘I’m trying to make myself a better person’: Repeat thief apologizes to judge

‘I’m trying to make myself a better person’: Repeat thief apologizes to judge

30-year-old woman pleads guilty to eight charges — including stealing from Walmart and damaging a Dairy Queen door — telling court she struggled with drug addiction
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Workweek Outlook: Bring on the muggy heat

Workweek Outlook: Bring on the muggy heat

The warmest weather of this summer arrives in the days ahead, and lots of humidity will make it feel even more uncomfortable
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'Elevated heat and humidity' continue this week: Environment Canada

'Elevated heat and humidity' continue this week: Environment Canada

Hot and humid air can also bring deteriorating air quality and can result in the Air Quality Health Index approaching the high risk category, Environment Canada says
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Good morning, Sault Ste. Marie!

Good morning, Sault Ste. Marie!

Here's a look at the current local weather and gas prices
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OPINION: Research critical to preventing, cleaning up Great Lakes oil spills

OPINION: Research critical to preventing, cleaning up Great Lakes oil spills

'Understanding the impact of oil on freshwater ecosystems like the Great Lakes is essential to the design of appropriate clean up, remediation strategies, and action plans'
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Adored music teacher wants you to join her retirement bash

Adored music teacher wants you to join her retirement bash

Retirement party for Korah’s musical theatre director Denine Williams takes place at the Machine Shop on June 27; beloved instructor is leaving her role after 35 years of teaching
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Six wildfires currently burning in northeastern Ontario

Six wildfires currently burning in northeastern Ontario

Sault Ste. Marie 5 is about 5 km west of Goulais River Provincial Park
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Heat warning issued with highs up to 33C over coming days

Heat warning issued with highs up to 33C over coming days

Little relief overnight with humidex values of 25 to 30 expected, Environment Canada says
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‘Bittersweet’: Churchgoers attend final service at Holy Trinity site

‘Bittersweet’: Churchgoers attend final service at Holy Trinity site

Soon to be demolished, Holy Trinity Church will move services to the Trinity Centre as Cara Community Corporation prepares for 108-unit affordable housing complex
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