By Jamie Mountain Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMAGAMI – The Christmas season is upon us and Temagami is doing its best to spread holiday cheer. The Parks and …
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Editorial cartoon December 9:
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When Christmas goes viral
By Diane Johnston Christmas 2020 – deferred. No, that’s not the springboard for a schmaltzy holiday movie or yet another take on Dickens’ classic story. But it’s my mindset …
Help is on the way
This week we found out there were three new COVID-19 cases in the region, including the first reported case admitted to Temiskaming Hospital. Temiskaming residents can be commended …

NED reveals a champion in every kid
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter COBALT — Who knew swinging a yo-yo around and having fun could help build character in elementary school children? The entire student body at …
Council changes age range for youth committee
By Jamie Mountain Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMAGAMI – Temagami council approved the amended terms of reference for the youth advisory committee at its regular meeting November 19. …
Englehart library active during COVID shutdown
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter ENGLEHART – While the doors of the Englehart Public Library remain closed, there is still plenty for patrons to do. Books are still accessible …

Housing proposed for former Haileybury school
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter – Developers are proposing to turn spaces where students once studied and played into apartments. Plans for the former Haileybury Public School are still …
Elections Canada working to be election ready
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter OTTAWA – Elections Canada is working to get ready for the next federal election, although they don’t control when that would occur. Their goal …
Temiskaming Hospital OK’d for more beds
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Temiskaming Hospital will be adding up to 10 more beds as it struggles with high occupancy rates. Hospital CEO Mike Baker …