“Solar gardens” sprouting in Temiskaming
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Temiskaming is the northern outpost of a farmer-owned co-op that’s developing small-scale solar projects in Ontario.AGRIS Solar Co-operative is leasing three rural properties on Golf Course Road and Laforest Road in Temiskaming Shores for collections of ground-mounted solar panels.Each development will produce no more than
Gravity Health & Chiropractic focuses on health and wellness
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMMING SHORES — “The greatest wealth is health.” VirgilDr. Crystal Briand has a passion for health and wellness and for Northern Ontario that is reflected in her lifestyle but more importantly in her new business, Gravity Health & Chiropractic.Gravity Health & Chiropractic, formerly owned by Dr. Tim Zafiris,
2013 in review
Thornloe reports quiet yearTHORNLOE (Staff) – The year 2013 was “very quiet” in Thornloe, reports clerk-treasurer Reynald Rivard.The village undertook no major capital projects. Nor did it receive funding for special projects.Mr. Rivard said the municipality focused on maintenance of its roads and sewage lagoon system.In 2013, its allocation under
Bonnie’s Boutique & More now open in downtown New Liskeard
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — Just in time for the holiday shopping season, Bonnie’s Boutique & More, is now open at 12 Whitewood Avenue, in downtown New Liskeard offering wedding planning, wedding apparel, gifts, invitations and new plus- sized women’s clothing all priced to save customers money.“I am
From Parliament Hill
Recently I hosted the Aerospace Forum in North Bay. The event was a notable success bringing together participants from some of the most well-known aerospace companies, including: Bell Helicopter, Boeing, Bombardier, Dassault, Lockheed Martin, and L-3; as well as the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Industry, and Jim Quick, President
Council Changes in Harris
HARRIS (Staff) –The year 2013 saw changes around Harris Township’s council table.In the summer, Councillor Wilda Gibson resigned from council.Mrs. Gibson had been the township’s clerk-treasurer for almost 30 years before joining council in 2003.Appointed to her seat was Judie Martin, who had served on council from 2003 until 2006
Roadwork dominated Brethour’s 2013
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter BRETHOUR TOWNSHIP -- Like many small townships in the area, Brethour Township's year was focused on details related mainly to roads.The township borrowed $48,400 through serial debentures to purchase a 2003 loader.Culverts were replaced on Wool Mill Road and Brethour RoadBrethour Township and Casey Township jointly
New Bed and Breakfast opens
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES -- "It's a dream come true," says Nancy Savoie of the new Bed and Breakfast she and her husband Marcel have opened at 221 St. Joseph's Court, fronting Drive-Inn Road at the edge of Dymond in Temiskaming Shores. "I always wanted to own my
Marcy’s Bed & Breakfast
Marcy's Bed and Breakfast held its official opening December 1 at 221 St. Joseph's Court by Drive-In Road. Temiskaming Shores Mayor Carman Kidd (left) was present for the ribbon-cutting ceremony by owners Marcel and Nancy Savoie (centre). Temiskaming Shores and Area president Maria Overton (right) was also present to welcome
CEDAC identifies development priorities
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – An annual Temiskaming Enterprise and Career Fair. Outdoor skating rinks at the New Liskeard and Haileybury waterfronts. Reduced rates to make recreation affordable for low-income families.They’re among the ideas that emerged from a series of consultations with economic sectors in Temiskaming Shores over the past