Celebrating Canada in Chamberlain
CHAMBERLAIN TOWNSHIP (Staff) -- Canada has many faces, but one of the most common is that of a rural setting where folks have gathered to enjoy sunshine, the wide-open spaces, old friends, and fun times.Such a traditional day in Canada will be taking place Saturday, June 24, in Chamberlain Township
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Englehart contest showcases railway skills
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter ENGLEHART – What’s the secret to hammering a 10-centimetre steel spike into a metal plate and securing a tie to the railway track in only seconds?“Don’t miss,” said Trevor Tobicoe, an Ontario Northland driver and foreman.The Timmins man was among 13 railway employees – the professionals – competing
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Honouring George Cassidy at Bunker Museum
COBALT (Staff) -- The vast beauty of a northern landscape, the play of light and the abundant variety in nature are adeptly captured in the artworks of George Lawrence Cassidy.Cassidy lived in Temiskaming from 1932 until his death in 1987.Much admired in the area during his lifetime, he will be
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Postcard art displayed at Englehart museum
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter ENGLEHART - The Englehart and Area Historical Museum is once again offering an exhibition to appeal to those who appreciate the artistic abilities of northern artists.Currently at the museum is the fifth Postcard Juried Exhibition on display in the gallery room.At the same time, the Ruby Bryan Room
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Spike driving contest nails June 10 date
ENGLEHART (Special) – A working piece of railway history will be re-enacted this weekend in Englehart.Ontario Northland’s second annual spike driving competition kicks off at noon June 10 at the Englehart station.Spectators and participants from the public
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Hilliardton Marsh hosts Migration Day activities
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter HILIARDTON — If you’re a bird, you might want to stop over at the Hilliardton Marsh Research and Education Centre (HMREC), a place where birds are celebrated and protected.Children and adults flocked to the marsh Saturday, May 27, during International Migratory Bird Day to learn about the spring
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A GIFT BASKET FOR A BIRD
Moss, string, birchbark, feathers, bullrush fluff, pet hair, plant fluff, wool, straw and more were materials packed into little baskets to be offered for the nesting birds this summer at a workshop for the Englehart and District Horticultural Society Wednesday, May 17. Deb Murray, who led the workshop,
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Northern Ontario art at Englehart museum
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter ENGLEHART - A small crowd of artists and well-wishers recently gathered at the Englehart and Area Historical Museum for the season's opening of the museum and the Northern Ontario Art Association (NOAA) 60th annual travelling exhibition.While cold weather prevailed May 7 with snowflakes in the air, people travelled
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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,
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Fun-filled event chases away rainy-day blues
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter ENGLEHART -- More than 200 people, including children and parents, attended the first Kids'Activity Day Englehart Public Library fundraiser on Saturday, May 6.The highly successful event saw volunteers, organizations and businesses banding together to provide hours of fun for children on an otherwise cold and rainy day.The event
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