Monthly Archives: May 2024
The Speaker May 8, 2024
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Heroic efforts save 130 of 140 cattle in barn fire
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – A fire in the early morning hours of May 8 destroyed a barn belonging to Hillside Farms located on Armstrong Street …
Fishing with Mom
Looking for an activity to share with Mom this weekend? To celebrate Mother’s Day, all Canadian residents can fish for free this weekend anywhere in Ontario. “Free fishing is a … Continue reading Fishing with Mom
NEW FRIENDS
The Englehart Agriculture Society spring animal Buy, Sell and Trade was at the Englehart fairgrounds May 4. Kathy Glinker of Hilliardton (left) had lop-eared rabbits that attracted the attention …
Cobalt landfill Amnesty Week postponed
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter COBALT – Amnesty Week for landfill tipping fees for Cobalt residents has been postponed for 2024. Council plans to review the program …
Porcupine, THU submit merger application to province
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – The boards overseeing the Timiskaming and Porcupine health units have formally submitted a merger application to the provincial government. “Nothing has …
Cobalt increases tax levy by 13.5 per cent
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter COBALT – Cobalt council has passed its 2024 budget with a 13.5 per cent increase in the municipal tax. Town manager Steven …
Rockin’ on Canada Day
City says “yes” to support, “no” to proposed campsite Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – City council has agreed to provide equipment and in-kind support to the inaugural …
City shelves Canada Day fireworks
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – The city won’t be lighting up the skies in Temiskaming Shores with fireworks on Canada Day. City council decided against consideration …