Monthly Archives: February 2021
HEART MONTH
A group of local women put their hearts into making a large heart shape on Pike Lake in Hudson Township with their snowshoes January 31. It was a heart healthy …
NO INJURIES, ONE CHARGED
No one was injured in a collision outside New Liskeard last week involving a northbound transport on Highway 11 and another commercial vehicle turning south on to the highway from …
HITTING THE TRAILS
Andy Hazlewood and Christina Geddes of Haileybury enjoyed a crisp winter day by taking to the trails and snowshoeing at the Englehart Nordic Ski Club Saturday, February 6. “I’m learning …
Rotary Club Derby hoping to reel in participants
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter DISTRICT — The Rotary Club of Temiskaming Shores and Area is hoping to reel in participants to its first virtual Rotary Anglers Fishing Derby, being held …
Nordic News
The Temiskaming Nordic Ski Club (TNSC) executive would like to extend our sincere thanks to Farm Credit Canada for their $10,000 grant, which the club will put to great use …
Recovery funding for Ag and Horticultural societies
By Jamie Mountain Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ENGLEHART – The Englehart agricultural and horticultural societies have certainly been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic with cancelled events and shows. But a …
The Speaker February 10, 2021
Fire College closure should have minimal impact
By Jamie Mountain Local Journalism Initiative Reporter DISTRICT – While it may be an unfortunate sign of the times, the recent announcement about the province closing the Ontario Fire College …
School Valentine’s Day exchange not in the cards
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter COBALT — Cupid is welcome, but cards are not. Like many activities during the COVID-19 pandemic, Valentine’s Day celebrations will look different this year for area …