DISTRICT (Special) – On December 18 the Government of Ontario placed Timiskaming Health Unit in the “Yellow-Protect” category of the provincial COVID-19 response framework. “We are seeing increased cases of … Continue reading Timiskaming moving into Covid “Yellow-Protect”
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THU announces five new cases
The Timiskaming Health Unit is confirming five new positive cases of COVID-19 (#31-35), one in the northern part and four in the southern part of the District of Timiskaming. One … Continue reading THU announces five new cases
THU declares COVID-19 outbreak at Teck Pioneer Residence
KIRKLAND LAKE (Special) – The Timiskaming Health Unit (THU) is declaring an outbreak at Teck Pioneer Residence in Kirkland Lake. Ministry direction requires an outbreak be declared when a single … Continue reading THU declares COVID-19 outbreak at Teck Pioneer Residence
COVID-19 update
The Timiskaming Health Unit reported a new case of COVID-19, the district’s 29th, last night. In a December 16 bulletin, the health unit reports: “The case is currently under investigation … Continue reading COVID-19 update
The Weekender December 18, 2020

One, two, three…skate
A lunch-hour skate has become a Wednesday habit for, from left, Kathy Denomme, Kathy Foley and Donna Jones. The weekly meet-up at the Don Shepherdson Memorial Arena is an opportunity …

Bench dedicated to Pat Buck at TNSC
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter COLEMAN TOWNSHIP — Friends described her as quiet, yet accomplished and family oriented. A bench was dedicated in memory of longtime educator Pat Buck at the …
Rising Phoenix burning bright with wellness project
By Jamie Mountain Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMAGAMI – With the Winter Solstice approaching, Living Temagami – Arts and Culture is creating a Rising Phoenix community arts project to help …
Foundation launches 50-50 fundraiser
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – A diagnosis of 50-50 isn’t what a patient wants to hear. But it’s welcome news to charities and their supporters who buy tickets. …

Armstrong’s long-time public works superintendent retires
By Jamie Mountain Local Journalism Initiative Reporter EARLTON – Donald Antler is calling it a career after 29-and-a-half years of dedicated service to Armstrong Township. Antler began his career as …