TEMAGAMI (Staff) – Traffic is being slowed down on Highway 11 south of Temagami due to remediation work to remove a rock hazard in the area of Hornet Lake. … Continue reading Highway 11 opened to one lane south of Temagami
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Close to $1 million returned to local fraud victims
TEMISKAMING SHORES (Staff) – Police say almost $1 million has been returned to two Temiskaming Shores corporations after a fraud investigation of more than a year. In a news release, …
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FISHING IN THE FAMILY
Why did June Fleury spend Victoria Day weekend at Judge Park with fishing pole at hand? “Relaxing, stress-free,” said the Harley Township angler, who had already enjoyed some fishing success …
DIVERSITY THROUGH ART
Kirandeep Kaur and two-year-old daughter Ibadit of Temiskaming Shores exercised their creativity at an art-themed event held Victoria Day by the One Light Diversity Centre. “Art is a universal language,” …
Preserving the works of Muriel Newton-White
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – TAG has received funding from the federal government for the digitalization and exhibition of works by the late Muriel Newton-White. Nipissing-Timiskaming …
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North on Tap brews special alcohol-free kick-off
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — The fifth anniversary edition of the North On Tap Craft Beer Festival takes place Saturday, July 8, along the Haileybury waterfront. This year’s …
Hillview Pioneer Church closes doors, shares funds
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — The Hillview Pioneer Memorial United Church, located on Highway 65 West, may have closed its doors, but the congregation’s heart is in the …
Putting the chill on food waste while improving access
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Potatoes, juice or yogurt, anyone? They’re among the items that have been available for free in recent days at Temiskaming Shores’ community fridge. …
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Summer work
With Victoria Day in the rear view, thoughts turn to summer and, for many students, a summer job is something of a right of passage. Whether it’s mowing lawns and …
The gift of music
By Diane Johnston When a song opens a newscast, it usually means a concert tour by someone big, an accusation of something criminal, or the death of a legend. I …
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Youth league teaching kids FUN-damentals
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — The number one reason kids quit sports is because it’s not fun anymore. With stress levels low and enjoyment high, learning the game …
Anderson plays a “smooth game” at OFSAA badminton
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter ENGLEHART — For the first time in two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, local high school badminton players had a chance to compete at the …
Catch-of-the-day benefits Casey fire department
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter BELLE-VALLÉE – Victoria Day weekend in Casey Township was a notable and fishy success. “This year we broke all records,” said Casey Fire Chief Jacques Fortin …
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New Cobalt mayor calls for respect and decorum
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter COBALT – Angela Adshead took over the position of mayor at the May 16 meeting of Cobalt council. She ran for the position in …
Albert Street contract awarded
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Over the next two construction seasons, Albert Street will get a $4.5 million facelift above and below ground. Temiskaming Stores has awarded the …
Law library dedicated in memory of late justice
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – A library room with a view has been renamed in honour of a judge who was an advocate for, and a user of, …
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Coleman road dispute will continue with future trial
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter COLEMAN TOWNSHIP — The Township of Coleman says it is pleased with a court decision by Northeast Region Senior Regional Judge Gregory Ellies regarding …
Speaker strikes silver and bronze at industry awards
DISTRICT (Staff) – The Temiskaming Speaker continued its award winning ways with provincial recognition for its editorial department’s work spanning 2021-22. The Ontario Community Newspaper Association’s (OCNA) Better …
Skilled trades students trade skills for medals
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter DISTRICT – Do job applicants need letters of recommendation when they can produce medals proving they’re tops in Ontario? A pair of Englehart High students – …
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City council endorses amended oath of office
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – City council has endorsed a proposal to include recognition of Aboriginal and treaty rights in the municipal oath of office. On May 16, …
Northeastern Catholic CUPE pressing for local agreement
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – CUPE members at the Northeastern Catholic District School Board are pushing for the resumption of negotiations on a local contract. “Because …
Englehart seeking new councillor
ENGLEHART (Staff) – Englehart council is now looking for a candidate to fill one of its councillor seats. Lori Jordan, who ran and was elected for council in the October …