Ducks set to sail once again in Latchford
By Jamie Mountain Local Journalism Initiative Reporter LATCHFORD – After a year hiatus the ducks will return to the waters of Latchford in 2021. The Latchford Volunteer Fire Department is …
TFN receives funding for Oral Histories project
By Jamie Mountain Local Journalism Initiative Reporter BEAR ISLAND – Three exhibitions looking at different aspects of the historic culture in Northern Ontario have been given a boost with a …
Latchford set to host annual Easter Parade
By Jamie Mountain Local Journalism Initiative Reporter LATCHFORD – The Easter Bunny will be visiting children and spreading holiday cheer in Latchford yet again this year. The town’s recreation committee …
Temagami applying for funding to improve outdoor rec
By Jamie Mountain Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMAGAMI – The Municipality of Temagami is making efforts to improve its outdoor recreation facilities. At their regular meeting on March 4, council …
Lawson’s Solace set in Northern Ontario
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — Author Mary Lawson, who was born in Canada but now resides in Britain, has written another book based on the people and the …
Earlton Lions make changes to its draw
By Jamie Mountain Local Journalism Initiative Reporter EARLTON – The Earlton Lions Club has made a change concerning its annual draw. The Lions Club is opting to have monthly online …
Take a bit of Wi-Fi home from the library
Steven Larocque Speaker Editor TEMISKAMING SHORES – The Temiskaming Shores Public Library is all about making connections. Today, of course, it’s not just about the books at the New Liskeard …
NOODLES, NORDIC-STYLE
Snow was falling gently as the Jack Rabbit instruction program continued for young skiers at the Temiskaming Nordic Ski Club on the weekend in Coleman Township. Among the youngsters honing …
Bunker Military Museum secures donation for one year
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter COBALT – The Bunker Military Museum has received a donation of funds from a corporate donor which will help the museum pay its utility bills for …
Cobalt buildings get nod for repairs
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter COBALT – Cobalt council has decided to go ahead with the needed repairs for the Historical Society headframe and the fire museum/foodbank building. The decision was …