NORTH BAY (Staff) – The NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense) Santa Tracker has announced that they will be watching the skies for the annual visit of Santa Claus. They will … Continue reading Eyes on the skies December 24
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The meaning of Christmas
At this Christmas season we will be thinking of all those who are in our lives, either present or past. We will also be thinking about our communities, …
Remembering Bun
By Gordon Brock To everyone who knew him, he was simply Bun. Lawrence “Bun” Eckensviller was also referred to, with admiration, as this area’s symbolic grandfather as many people …
City finalizing 2022 budget with small increases
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – A one per cent increase in the municipal tax levy and a two per cent increase in water and sewer rates will be …
Transit suffering pandemic side effects
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – COVID-19 continues to take its toll on Temiskaming Transit. “We’re about 65 per cent of our ridership prior to COVID hitting,” …
City capital plans top $16 million
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Water treatment, an expanded landfill, roads and some new wheels are included in the city’s 2022 spending plans. Capital projects were …
Englehart’s operation of Kap-Kig-Iwan on the table
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter ENGLEHART – The Town of Englehart will be seeking a meeting with Ontario Parks to discuss the future operation of Kap-Kig-Iwan Provincial Park. The …
Councillors call for decision on future of gym
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter COBALT – Cobalt council has another option before it for the use of the space beside the town office. A local businessman is proposing …
History, culture guide design of Wabi crossing model
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – The snowshoe, wigwam, canoe, covered bridge, and forestry have all influenced a new crossing proposed for the Wabi. The model of a proposed …