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Sweet ‘Art Cafe

TEMISKAMING SHORES (Staff) – Are you looking for some chocolate, with perhaps an art exhibition on the side? The Temiskaming Art Gallery is hosting its annual Sweet ‘Art Cafe on … Continue reading Sweet ‘Art Cafe →

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Armstrong receives notice its last bank is closing

Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter EARLTON – At its regular council meeting February 5, Armstrong Township council members will be discussing the notice from Desjardins Ontario Credit Union that …

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Family Fun Fishing Derby returns February 14-16

Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — It’s back better than ever. The third annual Isaac Walker-Dupont Family Fun Fishing Fundraiser takes place on Family Day Weekend, February 14-16. On …

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Latchford planning for Family Day/March break activities

Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter LATCHFORD — Latchford council met on January 16 and held discussions on plans for Family Day and the March break. The plans for Family Day, February …

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SKATING TO KAPUSKASING

Skaters from the Temiskaming Shores Skating Club are headed to the Skate Ontario Provincial Series #11 skating competition in Kapuskasing January 31 to February 2. In the back row …

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Coleman WWII vet receives King Charles Coronation Medal

Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter COLEMAN TOWNSHIP – Coleman Township resident and World War II veteran Rayburn Johnston has received the King Charles III Coronation Medal. The presentation was made at …

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TDSS students take part in search and rescue training

Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — An exciting new program at TDSS has helped students learn skills and knowledge needed for real life search and rescue (SAR) operations. Whether …

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Police Blotter

Company, driver charged TEMAGAMI – A commercial vehicle driver (CMV) and a company have been charged after a traffic complaint on Highway 11 in Temagami last week. Temiskaming OPP report …

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The pause before the storm?

A looming trade war with the United States has many people concerned about impacts on businesses and the people they employ. Canadians are bracing for challenging economic times ahead after …

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Felon 47

By Steven Larocque The day after the inauguration of Donald Trump in January, this was the New York Times online front page: Trump Promises Tariffs on Canada and Mexico; A …

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Special Olympians qualify for Provincial games in Brantford

Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — Three local Special Olympics athletes have qualified to compete at the 2025 Provincial Games in Brantford from July 10-13. Kayla Marwick, Marco Maurice …

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Tough road trip for Cubs against U16/U18 Greyhounds

Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter SAULT STE. MARIE — It was not the best way to begin the month of February for the New Liskeard Cubs. The Cubs had two losses …

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CERTIFIED INSTRUCTORS

The Tri-Town Ski and Snowboard Village hosted a Canadian Ski Instructor Alliance Level One Ski Instructor training course on opening weekend, January 25, where nine new instructors are now certified. …

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Tariffs could cause economic chaos in Northern Ontario

Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter DISTRICT — The threat of 25 per cent tariffs on Canadian goods by the American administration could have far reaching effects for Northern Ontario. Perhaps a …

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TMA backs Northern highway safety plan

Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter EARLTON – Temiskaming municipal leaders have thrown their support behind a long list of initiatives they hope will make Northern highways safer. At its meeting January …

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Brethour financial dilemma discussions delayed

Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter BRETHOUR TOWNSHIP – The timing of the provincial election is not helping Brethour Township with its financial dilemma. The township’s challenges are numerous. It …

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$3.2 million from FedNor announced for Wabi Iron & Steel

Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Wabi Iron & Steel Corp., based out of New Liskeard, has received $3.25 million to aid in its further …

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Peavey Mart to close by end of April

RED DEER (Special) – A week after announcing a wave of closures – including the Temiskaming Shores store – Peavey Mart has said it’s closing all its remaining …

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Chamber seeking switch at Temagami Train Station

Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMAGAMI – The Temagami and District Chamber of Commerce is hoping for the support of the municipality to allow it to take …

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Provincial election called for February 27

TEMISKAMING SHORES (Staff) – Timiskaming-Cochrane is entering another provincial election. Ontario Premier Doug Ford met with Lieutenant Governor Edith Dumont on January 28 to trigger the winter election. …

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Temagami official plan gets first and second reading

Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMAGAMI – Temagami council has given first and second reading to the draft official plan. The council expects the draft official plan …

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Kerns Township looking forward

Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter KERNS TOWNSHIP – Roadwork has kept Kerns Township busy for the past year, and preparations have been made to continue work going …

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