Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — Over 100 staff and students at TDSS pulled up their socks to support a cause about inclusion and respect.“I first heard about the Lots of Socks awareness campaign from
Monthly Archives: March 2018
Putting a care-filled foot forward
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMAGAMI – The consequences of a simple foot blister left untreated can be dire for someone with diabetes.“Diabetes affects circulation and immunity, and over time the sensory nerves in the feet may be damaged,” said Ellen Ibey, executive director of the Temagami Family Health Team.“People with diabetes often
Weighing the baby benefits
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMAGAMI – Climbing on to the scales can be stressful, at any age.At the Temagami Family Health Team clinic, its youngest clients can do so in a little more comfort and efficiency.Nurse practitioner Nancy Presseault now examines babies – including recording their weights and measurements – using a
The Speaker – March 28, 2018
Opportunity to surrender weapons – by appointment
TEMISKAMING SHORES (Staff/Special) – Do you have a firearm you want to dispose of?During the month of April, Temiskaming Ontario Provincial Police will join their counterparts across the province in a month-long gun amnesty.But don’t drop them off – contact police to arrange a pick-up.The amnesty is open to any
Insurance solution sought for recreation program
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter COBALT - A solution is being sought for insurance concerns related to the proposed recreation program recently put before Cobalt council.Cobalt resident Kyle Audette has outlined a plan for recreational activities for children and their parents.At Cobalt's committee-of-the-whole meeting Tuesday, March 6, chief administrative officer Michelle Larose said
Firefighter certification sparking objections
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Temiskaming municipal officials say a proposal for mandatory certification of firefighters jeopardizes the future of volunteer departments.The province argues that training and certification will improve safety, for both the public and firefighters.At the centre of the debate are proposed regulations under the Fire Protection and
Memorial hockey tourney makes a difference
Steven Larocque Speaker Editor TEMISKAMING SHORES – Alexa Corneil’s passion for hockey has inspired a new tournament that will help make a difference in South Temiskaming and beyond.The inaugural AC15 Memorial Tournament was held March 22-25 in Temiskaming Shores with 14 teams participating.“What an honour it is to be here, it’s pretty
Students mastering the game of chess
Steven Larocque Speaker Editor TEMISKAMING SHORES – Kings and queens, bishops and knights took over Ecole catholique Ste-Croix in Haileybury last week.The school hosted the annual Caisse Populaire Community Chess Tournament Wednesday, March 21.“One-hundred and 50 students participated from area schools,” said organizer Luc Boucher.Along with Ste-Croix, players came from Ecole catholique
2018 Drag ’N Fly to honour Martin Lavictoire
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter EARLTON — The Temiskaming Rod and Custom Club’s (TRACC) 2018 Drag ’N Fly Summer Classic races will honour a special volunteer, Martin Lavictoire, who passed away on December 20, 2017.Motor sport enthusiasts from across Northeastern Ontario and many points beyond will travel to the Earlton-Timiskaming Regional Airport August