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These stories about the people and places that make us proud to call Sault Ste Marie home are made possible through the support of IDA Pharmacy as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Displaying Ernie’s Coffee Shop sign a 'no-brainer' for the museum

Displaying Ernie’s Coffee Shop sign a 'no-brainer' for the museum

'I'm proud it's part of our city's history,' says Chuck Febbraro, whose family ran one of Sault Ste. Marie's most beloved eateries
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Local church celebrating 100 years of worship this weekend

Local church celebrating 100 years of worship this weekend

'It’s a lovely sanctuary,' says Reverend Charlene Wilson about the space that has welcomed generations of worshippers
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Sault woman and British pen pal have enjoyed a 'lifetime friendship'

Sault woman and British pen pal have enjoyed a 'lifetime friendship'

The pair have been told they look like sisters
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New logo unveiled for Ermatinger Clergue historic site

New logo unveiled for Ermatinger Clergue historic site

The previous logo was 'very Ermatinger centric,' said a digital tourism intern at the site
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Years after shutdown, St. Marys Paper workers have some unfinished business

Years after shutdown, St. Marys Paper workers have some unfinished business

Fifteen years after their last official gathering, former members of the Communications, Energy and Paperworkers Local 133 are reuniting to discuss $12K in leftover funds
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Women of St. Marys Paper visit 'old stomping grounds' to relive memories

Women of St. Marys Paper visit 'old stomping grounds' to relive memories

The memories remain strong for former office staff from St. Marys Paper who came together this week to celebrate enduring friendships
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Rotary was like his 'fourth child,' says daughter of man honoured with plaque

Rotary was like his 'fourth child,' says daughter of man honoured with plaque

Family, friends, and fellow Rotarians gathered Wednesday at Bellevue Park to unveil a commemorative plaque celebrating the life of Charlie Cliffe, whose passion helped shape the park's accessible playground
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Former classmates reunite 55 years after a unique trip

Former classmates reunite 55 years after a unique trip

'I did not imagine we'd ever be here 55 years later,' said teacher of 1970 class that took a cross-continent trip
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Local company now offers ATVs and boats

Local company now offers ATVs and boats

The National Group has deep roots in the Sault, giving back to the community by supporting numerous youth sports teams and non-profit organizations such as the Sault Area Hospital Foundation and ARCH
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Entrepreneur Vic Fremlin continues to help shape the Sault’s economy

Entrepreneur Vic Fremlin continues to help shape the Sault’s economy

'I'm doing what I love. I love being an entrepreneur. I love building companies. I love moving ahead and my brother Tom’s been a great partner,' says Vic Fremlin
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