Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter ENGLEHART - A long debate was held Wednesday, May 17, on the merits of allowing the District of Timiskaming Social Services Board (DTSSAB) to hold large reserves while the municipalities have little to none.The debate strayed closely to offended feelings, and assurances of
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The Speaker – May 24, 2017
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Watch what you do, the OPP will too
TEMISKAMING SHORES – After a very cold spring, the Temiskaming Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) expects to see many eager Ontarians take to the roads, trails and waterways on the Victoria Day Long Weekend.The 2017 Canada Road Safety Week Initiative runs until Monday, May 22.The focus of this
Weekender – May 19, 2017
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Chamber recognizing leading lights
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Why buy local?It keeps money in the area, where it “bounces around the community multiple times,” said Darcy Griffith, president of the Temiskaming Shores and Area Chamber of Commerce.It was part of his message to the 200-plus at the
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Only in Northern Ontario would you see a beaver stopping traffic. This beaver was spotted recently crossing Whitewood Avenue in New Liskeard at approximately 8:40 a.m. by Gerry Hogan and Inez Schmetter, who live close by and sent us this photo. They said the beaver came up Maple Street
MTO turns down Thornloe lighting request
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter EARLTON – Thornloe councillors have called for lighting at the intersection of Highway 11 and Highway 562.Two fatalities have occurred at the intersection in recent years, Thornloe Reeve Earl Read told an April 27 meeting of the Temiskaming Municipal Association.Earlier closing hours
New artists blooming in youth showcases in Englehart
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter ENGLEHART - Two upcoming shows will provide insight into the talents and artistic studies of this year's area art students.Special selections from the artworks of area youth will be displayed at the Englehart and Area Historical Museum from Wednesday, May 24, to Sunday,
Growing something exciting in Englehart
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter ENGLEHART -- The 1st Englehart Girl Guides of Canada is leading the way in the Town of Englehart with a project to have a community garden this summer.The Sparks and Brownies (ages five to eight) have decided to establish a community garden, and
HPS play equipment heading to Bucke Park
TEMISKAMING SHORES (Staff) – The former Haileybury Public School’s loss is Bucke Park’s gain.The city is purchasing the playground units currently located in the yard of the closed school for $7,500.The equipment will be installed this summer at Bucke Park, with funds from the park’s reserve