TEMISKAMING SHORES – A COVID-19 outbreak at Northdale Manor was declared over today (January 30). That means there are currently no active outbreaks of the virus in the district. Temiskaming … Continue reading COVID-19 update
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Future of Camp Jeunesse en Marche in question
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter COLEMAN TOWNSHIP — The future of Camp Jeunesse en Marche, located on Gillies Lake in Coleman Township, will be discussed at a committee meeting January 28. …
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BURST OF FUNDING
The proceeds from this year’s New Year’s Eve fireworks display held on Lake Temiskaming lit up the hearts of Community Cancer Care program volunteers when they were given $24,770 on …
1, 2, 3…FISH
A distant Dawson Point was the backdrop as Haileybury’s Natalie Chartrand introduced daughter Esme, centre, and her friend Adelyn Brosseau to ice fishing on the weekend. “It’s about spending time …
One Light shines on multi-cultural group
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — Arriving in a new region or country can often be an isolating and sometimes lonely experience. However, One Light, a group …
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Schools participating in Kindness Challenge
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ENGLEHART – Students of three area schools have been given a Kindness Challenge by child and youth worker Monica Serré who is based at …
Summer opening for splash pad expected
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – The city is rethinking how to complete the long-awaited splash pad on the New Liskeard waterfront on time and with all funding intact. …
Taxing time made easier
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – With a new year comes new paperwork – and taxes. But there’s no need to worry – a volunteer program is returning to …
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Literacy matters
As more people, and children especially, rely on virtual methods of gaining information, we might wish to think about literacy and its importance. Family Literacy Day is celebrated across Canada …
Resolving resolve
By Diane Johnston I traditionally give up on the notion of New Year’s self-improvement resolutions by noon January 1. How can I think of nutrition when I’ve got a freezer …
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TNSC hopping along with Jackrabbit program
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter COLEMAN TOWNSHIP — The future of any sport lies in the development of youth participants. The Temiskaming Nordic Ski Club (TNSC), located in Coleman Township, understands …
Cubs return to league play after Peterborough tourney
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — The New Liskeard Cubs took a break from their Great North U18 League play to compete at the Steve Richey Tournament of Champions …
Challenge Cup tourney stickhandled to success
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — Despite the fact one team dropped out day one of the Kal Tire U13 and U15 Challenge Cup Tournament, there was still plenty …
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Seniors and disabled struggling with cost increases
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter DISTRICT – At least two area seniors see themselves reducing, or possibly ending, the hours they have with Timiskaming Home Support light housekeeping helping …
Chapter closes on library board after sudden dissolution
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter COBALT – The outgoing chair of the Cobalt Paul Penna Library board is reeling after she and other board members were notified by letter …
Regular buses, hourly service at peak times to resume ASAP: committee
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – The Temiskaming Transit committee says the bus service will return to full-sized buses and an hourly schedule, particularly at peak times, as soon …
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Funeral service reimagined with second Buffam Leveille location
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — The Buffam Leveille Funeral Home has now completed extensive renovations to its second location at 251 Shepherdson Road in New Liskeard. The owners …
Scholarship to assist forestry, environment, biology studies
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMAGAMI – The Temagami Forest Management Corporation (TFMC) recently awarded its first scholarship. Brandon Brock of Sturgeon Falls was the recipient of …
New initiative focused on welcoming workplaces
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Do you want to learn about Ramadan, Holi, Hola Mohalla and Sukkot? Attend a powwow? Learn about some of the world’s …
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Temagami mayor has objectives for year ahead
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMAGAMI – The Town of Temagami has a number of projects and goals that it will be pursuing for 2023. At council’s January 12 …
Hwy. 11 safety on city councillors’ minds at ROMA
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Temiskaming Shores councillors were scheduled to meet with transportation ministry officials earlier this week to discuss improving safety at the Hwy. 65 East/Hwy. …
Grant Drive extension advancing
TEMISKAMING SHORES (Staff) – The Grant Drive extension that will link to Hwy. 65 East is a little closer to completion. The stretch of Grant Drive on city-owned …