TIMMINS (Special/Staff)– As the Timiskaming and Porcupine health units move toward a merger as early as January 1, they’re looking for feedback on the new organization’s brand. They’ve …
Monthly Archives: September 2024
Draft Temagami official plan receiving public comments
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMAGAMI – Public comments from Temagami residents and property owners regarding the second draft official plan are being accepted until September 30. …
Public invited to comment on retail holiday openings
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – The city is contemplating letting retailers decide whether to open on holidays. But to do so, it must amend its existing …
Editorial cartoon in the September 4 issue:
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Up with school, up with literacy
With the end of summer comes a return to school for thousands of kids across the Temiskaming region. Some of the youngsters may not like the idea but, no doubt, …
Raising awareness about autism
By Darlene Wroe Lately in my circles there have been discussions about autism. In a recent visit, I had a chance to spend some long hours with someone who has …
KL 5 under control
In its latest update, the Ministry of Natural Resources reports that an 889-hecatre wildland fire about 80 kilometres west of Latchford is now under control. The fire, named Kirkland Lake … Continue reading KL 5 under control