Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Countervailing duties on Canadian softwood lumber exports to the United States kicked in May 1.While the duty of just under 20 per cent is in line with expectations, “it doesn’t make the impacts any less damaging,” said Christine Leduc, director
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Spartan looks to make a racket at provincial badminton
Steven Larocque Speaker Editor ENGLEHART – Sam Stevenson has made some history at Englehart High School (EHS).The 17-year-old is very likely the first Spartan to ever qualify for the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) provincial badminton tournament.EHS coach Anita Anderson said she’s been at
Club aims at fun while developing skills
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — Children are having fun playing games with their friends, but what they don’t realize is they are learning hand-eye coordination, running skills, teamwork and the value of volunteer coaching which is preparing them for future track and field participation.The
The Speaker – May 3, 2017
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McHappy happenings
It’s McHappy Day at McDonald’s today (Wednesday).One dollar from the sale of every Big Mac sandwich, Happy Meal and hot McCafé beverage will go towards Ronald McDonald House Charities.The charitable initiative funds accommodations and support for sick kids and their families.
Lake Temiskaming water levels
DISTRICT (Staff) — Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) has advised the public that, as a result of significant rainfall forecasted this week on the Ottawa River watershed, levels all along the Ottawa River and on Lake Temiskaming should increase significantly. Water levels will definitely be well above normal for
Weekender – April 28, 2017
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Franco-Fun continues
The fun continues throughout the weekend at the Festival des Folies Franco-Fun.There’s a performance tonight (Friday) of L’écho d’un peuple at the Don Shepherdson Memorial Arena.On Saturday night, Les Cousins Branchaud will entertain.
Severe thunderstorm warning April 27:
Severe thunderstorm warning in effect for: New Liskeard – TemagamiAt 3:28 p.m. EDT, Environment Canada meteorologists are tracking a severe thunderstorm capable of producing very strong wind gusts, up to nickel size hail and heavy rain.Severe thunderstorm located west of New Liskeard is moving northward at 50 km/h. Radar indicates
Severe thunderstorm watch April 27:
Severe thunderstorm watch in effect for: Kirkland Lake – Englehart New Liskeard – TemagamiConditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that may be capable of producing strong wind gusts.A cold front is expected to sweep through Southern Ontario this afternoon bringing showers and a few thunderstorms along with