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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 …

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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,” …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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, …

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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 …

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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 …

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