Dear Editor:I am writing this letter in defence and support of Dr. Tim who was dismissed for giving some of his patients “The Holy Bible” because someone complained. Imagine, because he gave out “God’s Holy Word.”Disgraceful – and shame on the Clinic and shame on the person
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Rejecting God in health care?
Dear Editor:I would like to comment on the farewell from Dr. Tim Griffioen—“Letter Of The Week” August 20, Speaker “Locum Doctor Bids Farewell To Temiskaming Shores”.Compared to many places in the world we are blessed with health care in this country. When in need of health care
Political commentary in art exhibition
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter HAILEYBURY -- Cochrane artist Gunhild Hotte was present at the Temiskaming Art Gallery in Haileybury Sunday, September 14 for the reception of her current art exhibition, The Last Train To Cochrane.Ms. Hotte’s exhibition is political in nature, expressing her memories and thoughts regarding the
Culture Days are back!
Over 50 activities taking place in Temiskaming region September 26-28DISTRICT (Staff) — For three days residents of the Temiskaming region will be treated to over 50 different cultural activities when Culture Days takes place Friday, September 26 to Sunday, September 28.The Temiskaming Culture Day extravaganza is part
Mayoral race in Englehart
NOTE: Throughout the October 27 municipal election campaign The Speaker will be profiling the various municipal races throughout our district. This is the first in our series.ENGLEHART (Staff) -- There is a race for the position of mayor in Englehart.Incumbent Mayor Nina Wallace is being challenged by
COMING FULL CIRCLE
Cal Knight’s first exhibition of paintings is now on display at the Englehart and Area Historical Museum. The Charlton artist, better known for his work in digital images, has incorporated both acrylic paints and found objects into his most recent work. He’s pictured above with Gates of Hawk, one
Dr. Tarp celebrates 25 years
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter HARRIS TOWNSHIP -- Dr. Tarp has been manufacturing and repairing tarpaulins of all sizes for the past 25 years.On Sunday, September 14, Dr. Tarp celebrated 25 years since it was incorporated. A barbecue and open house was held for well wishers.Since July 1,
Open Doors Studio Tour in Englehart area
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter ENGLEHART -- This year’s Englehart area Open Doors Studio Tour is set to get underway Saturday, September 27 and Sunday, September 28.The self-guided art studio tour throughout the area will include 14 sites from across Englehart, Charlton, Dack Township and Chamberlain Township.Committee chair
ACFO preparing for ’15 celebrations
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Next year promises to be a big year for Temiskaming’s francophone community.It’ll have a little more help to promote special festivities, thanks to the hiring of event coordinator Anne-Marie Loranger.A $49,250 FedNor grant to the Association canadienne-française de l’Ontario (ACFO)-Témiskaming