TEMISKAMING SHORES — It’s that time of year when Christmas themed markets and sales are taking place across the region. The Little Claybelt Homesteaders Museum is hosting a bake sale … Continue reading Little Claybelt Homesteaders Museum hosting bake sale
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Accused remains in custody after court appearance
TEMISKAMING SHORES (Staff) – An 18-year-old remains in custody after being charged with the attempted murder of a 16-year-old female in Cobalt November 3. In an update last week, Temiskaming …
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Get Active sets sights on Santa after scary spooktacular
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — Runners and walkers started out from the Waterfront Pool and Fitness Centre in New Liskeard under sunny skies, hoping for a …
CREEPY CASTLE
The curious and the brave could tour a haunted castle in Latchford on the weekend – if they dared. Latchford Paintball’s site was transformed October 26 for pre-Halloween visitors, who …
Former Haileybury resident writes children’s book on grief
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — Former Haileybury resident Deborah Dickson has written a children’s book called Always Kiss Me Goodnight. The book is a true story of how …
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VETERAN PRESENCE
People from throughout Cobalt and Coleman Township gathered in Cobalt to mark Remembrance Day November 11. World War II veteran Rayburn Johnston is now nearing 99 and was a …
Unveiling Christmas in Englehart November 15
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ENGLEHART – The Christmas season is officially starting in Englehart Friday, November 15. Downtown businesses will be inviting people to come in …
Night of Lights Friday in Haileybury
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – The scenic town of Haileybury will be putting on its Christmas bling this Friday evening, November 15, with the …
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Editorial cartoon November 13
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Have kettle, will cook
By Diane Johnston It is a wonderful time of the year. I still have leftovers in the freezer from a tasty Thanksgiving with the folks, and the next turkey-and-dressing …
Ups and downs
Thumbs up to the turnout for Remembrance Day in south Temiskaming. The Speaker’s reporters attended ceremonies on four fronts November 11 and all found attendance was at least …
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Saints and Spartans run to Ottawa for OFSAA cross-country
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter OTTAWA – More than 1,800 high school athletes gathered on November 4 at the Terry Fox Athletic Facility in Ottawa for OFSAA cross-country races. …
Recycle Your Bicycle until November 22 in Dymond
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — Do you have a bike sitting in your garage that you no longer have a use for? Has your child outgrown …
Cubs hit with injuries, winless at Big Nickel tourney
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — Injuries and illness are causing havoc with the New Liskeard Cubs’ lineup. The Cubs travelled to Sudbury to take part in …
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Tears and prayers at candlelight vigil for Cobalt teen
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter COBALT — Approximately 120 people attended an emotional Candlelight vigil called Shine a Light for Healing outside of St. James Anglican Church in Cobalt on November …
Traffic stop leads to criminal charges
TEMISKAMING SHORES (Staff) – A Kirkland Lake resident faces multiple charges, including possession of brass knuckles, after a traffic stop in Haileybury last week. In a news release, …
NL resident facing multiple charges
TEMISKAMING SHORES (Staff) – A New Liskeard resident faces eight charges after police say they attempted twice to stop the same vehicle in Temiskaming Shores. Temiskaming OPP say …
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Alamos Gold answers call for communications support
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Phone service is an essential tool in an emergency and after a crisis. Now, dozens of victims of crime and trauma …
Ag plastic recycling project moves to phase two
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – What’s to be done with all that plastic bale wrap and silage cover on Northern Ontario farms? A pilot project collecting …
ENJOYING THE HARVEST
The bounty of the season was on display at the Riverside Farmers Market in New Liskeard October 19. There were many different varieties of apples and Kaytlin Peddie of North …
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City leaves retail holiday openings as-is
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – When it comes to holiday openings, it remains status quo for retail businesses in the city. Temiskaming Shores council has turned …
TAA seeking time to study Temagami planning proposal
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMAGAMI – Teme-Augama Anishnabai (TAA) Chief Michael Paul, Second Chief John Turner and the majority of council members gathered at the home …
NEW COUNCILLOR
Dan Dawson was appointed as City of Temiskaming Shores councillor October 15, and was sworn in at the same meeting. He fills the position vacated by Jesse Foley October 1. …