All posts by Randy Russon
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Checked out, for the first time, the relatively new Steamfitters Lounge, which is located in the Machine Shop building on Huron St. in the Sault’s west end.
…[read more]Short, downtown wish list
I have been writing and speaking the praises of the Sault’s downtown for a few years now. And as more business comes to the downtown — especially in the food and beverage industry — methinks there is room for at least a couple more.
…[read more]Optimism for 2020
As the Sault settles into a new year and a new decade, a certain sense of watchful sureness surrounds this northern Ontario city.
…[read more]Croat community in mourning
The Sault’s Croatian community is mourning the passing of a lovable, well-liked countryman. Stipe Saric, better known as Pipa, passed away recently after a short battle with cancer.
…[read more]New downtown boss search
The Downtown Association has started a search for a new executive director. The process begins following today’s confirmation that current executive director Josh Ingram has announced his intention to step down from his role effective December 19 of this year.
…[read more]Light Eh! is on tap
A new craft beer is now being poured in a number of local establishments. As just one example, Mane St. Co., which is located in the Sault’s downtown, began carrying Kingsville Light Eh! earlier this week.
…[read more]Two big events downtown
Up first is Moonlight Magic. Then comes the Santa Claus Parade. Both events are slated for the Sault’s downtown this week.
…[read more]Seen, been on the local scene
Being a writer, my mind often drifts to the past while living in the moment. And often what happens in the present makes me think — and want to write — about the past.
…[read more]Let it snow, let it snow
To be sure, snow is a four letter word. But it doesn’t have to be a swear word if you accept it and deal with it and make what you can of it.
…[read more]Taste of the downtown
Anyone who says there is no place to go in the Sault’s downtown clearly has not been down here for a while. Here’s the scoop on how many places there are to eat and drink.
…[read more]Sheehan holds Sault seat
Running on his record — and running a clean campaign — was more than enough for Terry Sheehan to retain his seat in the House of Commons as the Liberal member of parliament for the Sault.
…[read more]Embers to Crimson Ridge
There is a for sale sign outside Embers Grill and Smokehouse, located at 531 Albert St. E. in the Sault’s downtown area.
…[read more]Media, social anxiety, rights
Being that I am an October baby and that October is one of my favourite months, I suppose it is somewhat fitting that my media career began in October.
…[read more]Wine on tap at Broers
Salute! A novel, vogue wine bar in the Sault’s downtown area is now serving its vino via the old country cellar way — on tap.
…[read more]Sara opens up today
New Democratic Party candidate Sara McCleary will open the doors today to her campaign headquarters on Queen St. E. in the Sault’s downtown.
…[read more]Who to vote for locally?
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of the governing Liberals has made the call to commence the campaign ahead of the October 21 federal election.
…[read more]Odie the dog is home
We have great news to report in the matter of Odie the dog. After more than two months away from his family in the Sault, Odie is back home.
…[read more]McCleary in good company
She is a champion for social justice and a community activist. And as a young wife and mother, she juggles a number of part-time jobs to help support her family.
…[read more]Working on the Windsor Hotel
There are signs of activity inside and outside the currently unoccupied Windsor Park Hotel in the Sault’s downtown.
…[read more]Downtown Mane Street
It is a hub of various activity within a venerable downtown building. Located at 626 Queen St. E., the locally-owned, family-operated business is home to Mane Street Salon and Spa, Mane Street Cafe and Boutique, and Achieve Fitness and Wellness Center.
…[read more]Lunch and supper at Gliss
Having moved into its current location at 133 Spring St. less than a year ago, Gliss Restaurant has settled nicely into the Sault’s downtown.
…[read more]Craft beer market share
The internationally owned and operated beer giants — Labatt Brewing Company and Molson Coors Brewing Company — are still 1-2 atop the leader board for those who are keeping score. But craft beer has never been more popular among drinkers in Ontario and across Canada than it is now.
…[read more]Feds funnel funds to Tenaris
Sault Ste. Marie member of parliament Terry Sheehan has delivered on behalf of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the governing federal Liberals.
…[read more]Sault crew runs Kingsville brew
A tandem of born-and-raised Sault Ste. Marie boys is at the helm of fast-growing Kingsville Brewery, from ownership to the president of the company.
…[read more]Big news coming from Tenaris
Tenaris Algoma Tubes is poised to make a major announcement on Friday of this week, Sault Business Matters has confirmed.
…[read more]Smiles and files in downtown
Thousands — yes, thousands — of local residents filled the downtown area between Pim and Spring along Queen to help make the first street party of the summer a spectacular success.
…[read more]Windsor Hotel sale update
The listing agent for the Windsor Park Hotel says the downtown landmark has a new owner — but not the one that local website Soo Today reported earlier.
…[read more]Downtown mural on Spring
Another new mural is now decorating the spruced-up, downtown area of Sault Ste. Marie. Just completed on the wall of a building on Spring Street at Queen is a mural by international street artist Jerry Rugg, aka birdo.
…[read more]Hot dogs and cold beer
So, here’s a scenario. You are in downtown Sault Ste. Marie between the hours of 1-3 p.m. and thoughts of hot dogs and cold beer are in your head.
…[read more]Hot Dog Sammy is back in town
The hot dog kid is open for business. 17-year old entrepreneur Sammy Jansen is back in town with his Hot Dog Sammy’s World Famous Weenies.
…[read more]Remember Peachy’s Pizza?
In a city that is still known for its pizza, Sault Ste. Marie was home to a distinctive, delectable eatery that was very popular in the 1970s and through into the 1980s.
…[read more]New at the old RYTAC
Remember RYTAC? The old boat house at the former Rotary-YMCA Tennis and Aquatic Club on McPhail St. has been taken over by Sault College.
…[read more]Popular new wine bar
It is located in the front area of the Wine Barrel on Queen St. — in the downtown district — right beside the Sault Ste. Marie Museum.
Read moreBell tolls on the Great Lakes
Hundreds of participants — including many from out of town who spent the weekend here and poured money into Sault Ste. Marie businesses — took to the trails of the annual Run The Great Lakes today. Among those who took part in the 10 kilometer downtown run was Saginaw, Michigan resident Keith Bell.
…[read more]Reggie’s is open for business
The doors are open — and so is the bar. Reggie’s Place Tavern in downtown Sault Ste. Marie re-opened for business at 11 o’clock this morning.
…[read more]It is picking up downtown
New businesses are popping up — including several in the food and beverage industry — in the downtown area of Sault Ste. Marie.
…[read more]Sweet deal for a sweet set up
A fledgling Sault Ste. Marie chocolate manufacturing company with a social justice cause is slated to open for business this summer with the support of the Ontario government. …[read more]
Reggie’s is poised to re-open
Barring the unforeseen, Reggie’s Place Tavern, a popular watering hole located in Sault Ste. Marie’s downtown, is slated to open early next week, Sault Business Matters has confirmed.
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