New Liskeard bus station closure a “difficult decision”Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — The decision to close the New Liskeard bus station, effective March 5, was a difficult one, says Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) communications manager Renée Baker.But she added that it was a responsible
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Getting on track
Public asked for ideas on ONTC futureDarlene Wroe Speaker Reporter ENGLEHART — The Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is developing a strategy to become more stable and self-efficient.Ontario Northland is staying in public hands.”– ONTC interim president and chief executive officer Corina MooreThat was the message of ONTC
ONTC gathering input Englehart first stop on public meetings
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter ENGLEHART — The future of the Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) will be the subject of a series of public meetings now being planned for the Temiskaming area.The first of those meetings will take place this evening, Wednesday, April 8, at the Englehart and
City authorizes agreement with ONTC
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – A new federal direction means municipalities can learn more about the nature and volume of hazardous materials transported by rail through their communities.But a Temiskaming Shores councillor is questioning the value of information, since it relates only to materials that have already
In the dark on hazardous materials
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter COBALT — The Town of Cobalt has requested to be informed about the hazardous materials that are being sent through the town by rail.But a response from the Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) has agreed to the request, but on the condition that the information
Commitment questioned
Ontera sold, ONTC investments dependent on budgetDarlene Wroe Speaker Reporter DISTRICT — Ontario will continue to operate the motor coach, Polar Bear Express, rail freight, and refurbishment services of the Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC), the Ontario Ministry of Northern Development and Mines (MNDM) has announced.The province will invest to ensure ONTC’s