Winter storm watch in effect for: New Liskeard – TemagamiWinter conditions expected to develop on Wednesday.An intensifying low pressure area approaching the Great Lakes tonight will bring a few rounds of rain today and tonight. A cold surge of Arctic air arriving early Wednesday will quickly change

Timmins-James Bay MP Charlie Angus has announced he is entering the race to be leader of the federal New Democratic Party….See this week’s Temiskaming Speaker for the whole story.

The North Bay district of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry issued the following watershed conditions and water safety statement on Friday, February 24:On Friday an intensifying low pressure system is forecast to bring mixed precipitation across the Province.The district – including Temagami and Latchford, Marten River, Sturgeon Falls,

Freezing rain warningEnvironment Canada issued the following warning at 5:10 a.m:Ice build-up due to freezing rain is expected or occurring.Freezing rain developing early this evening.Snow is expected to begin this morning, becoming mixed with ice pellets this afternoon. 5 to 10 cm of snow

The February 28 deadline is quickly approaching to submit photos for Temagami’s Shiverfest.Carnival-goers will choose a Royal Family to preside over the March 2-5 celebrations. They’ll also vote for their favourite snow sculptures.For further information, see www.temagami.ca.

CLOSED ROAD ADVISORY NOTIFICATIONSouth Porcupine Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police advise of the following Road Closure:Highway: Hwy 101Location: Hwy 101 between Foleyet and Hwy 144Brief Description of Event: Police investigation of serious motor vehicle collisionDetour (if available):   NilEstimated duration