By Steven LarocqueHere we are in a new year and the chance to do it all over again, but better.The New Year is an artificial construct of course, but it’s a powerful symbol lots of people use to resolve to improve themselves, make a difference – be better.Here we are
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The Speaker – January 02, 2019
Holiday swimming
The New Liskeard Pool and Fitness Centre has free public swimming times over the holidays:January 2: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. – sponsored by Perrin Funeral Chapel; 1-3 p.m. – sponsored by New Liskeard Lions Club.January 3: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. – sponsored by the Rotary Club of Haileybury;
Freezing rain Friday
From Environment Canada:Freezing rain warning in effect for: New Liskeard – TemagamiPatchy freezing rain or freezing drizzle continue this morning. A change to rain is expected later this morning as temperatures rise above zero.Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become icy and slippery. Take extra care
Significant storm expected
Special weather statement in effect for: New Liskeard – TemagamiSignificant winter storm expected tonight into Friday night.A Colorado low that is tracking towards Ontario will bring a mixed bag of weather to Northeastern Ontario this afternoon into Friday. Regions from Sault Ste. Marie to North Bay may see 5 to
The Weekender – December 28, 2018
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Weather and travel alert from Environment Canada
Kirkland Lake – Englehart New Liskeard – TemagamiSignificant winter storm expected Thursday night into Friday night.A Colorado low that is tracking towards Ontario will bring a mixed bag of weather to Northeastern Ontario late Thursday through Friday. Regions from Sault Ste. Marie to North Bay will likely see several
The Speaker – December 24, 2018
Editorial Cartoon December 24
Christmas, fore and aft
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter Gently falling snow, starry-eyed children, the faint scent of wood smoke, twinkling lights and flickering candles, carols in the air, home-baked treats....Enough of that.How about crappy weather and bad roads, long line-ups in stores and longer still credit card statements, and tired, whiny parents with over-sugared children?It's that