Temagami First Nation Pow Wow attracts large crowds
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMAGAMI — “It was awesome. I don’t remember when we’ve had so many dancers and drummers. We had a tiny sprinkling of rain but otherwise the …
“Sharrows” to bridge cycling safety concerns
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Cyclists and motorists can expect to see some new markings on the Wabi bridge later this year. Temiskaming Shores council has agreed to …
Community spirit rides with the 701
Steven Larocque Speaker Editor ENGLEHART – An enthusiastic crowd was on hand for the official unveiling of the 701 steam locomotive in Englehart on Saturday. The refurbished locomotive, complete with …
Recognizing past dam operators
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter LATCHFORD – Plaques provided by the federal government have now been installed near the Latchford Control Dam to honour those who worked at the site in …
Efforts underway to protect nests
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter DISTRICT — Why did the turtle cross the road? To lay eggs in a sunny, warm spot on the gravel shoulder of area roadways. It’s egg-laying …
Fundraising for Heart and Stroke Foundation...
Celebrations across the region July 1
DISTRICT (Staff) – The region will be cloaked in red and white this weekend as communities celebrate Canada’s 152nd birthday. Some of the festivities are outlined below: TEMISKAMING SHORES In …
National Indigenous Peoples Day at EPS
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter ENGLEHART – On a sunny June 21, Englehart Public students cooked bannock over an open fire, made medicine pouches, and learned about Indigenous culture. The timing …
Ladies Night Out marks $104,000 milestone
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — Cancer affects the lives of so many in our region and further afield. For seven years, a group of local women, mostly educators, …
ELPS digs in during Garden Planting Day
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter ELK LAKE — Under bright, sunny skies, with a few bugs thrown in for good measure, the students and staff of Elk Lake Public School (ELPS) …