A double-take on Temiskaming’s double-barns
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter BELLE VALLÉE - Double-barns, or twin barns, built side-by-side and joined by a passageway, are a unique adaptation of a barn structure which originates from Quebec.At one time several of these double-barns existed in the Casey Township and Brethour Township areas of Temiskaming.Evidence of that unique barn structure
Andy and Dot Poupore reflect on sales barns and steam shows
By Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter CHARLTON/DACK - Andy and Dot Poupore love to dance.The couple, who live on the outskirts of Englehart, have been dancing since they met in the late 1950s.Through the years their partnership has resulted in many developments that have helped and entertained people across the district and beyond.From
New look for ambulances
DISTRICT (Staff) - The ambulances in Temiskaming are taking on a new look.District of Timiskaming Social Services Administration Board Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Chief John McCarthy explained the ambulances will feature a new design to make them stand out.He commented that the vehicle that he drives looks a little different
SMOKE FREE
Timiskaming Health Unit Public Health Promoter Laurel Beardmore spoke with students Cynthia Ridley (middle) and Natalie Bain about the hazards of tobacco usage at Northern College on March 21. Students were being asked to Take a Stand against tobacco usage to promote smoke-free policies at post-secondary institutions and to fill
TDSS puts best feet forward for Down syndrome
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — Over 100 staff and students at TDSS pulled up their socks to support a cause about inclusion and respect.“I first heard about the Lots of Socks awareness campaign from
Putting a care-filled foot forward
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMAGAMI – The consequences of a simple foot blister left untreated can be dire for someone with diabetes.“Diabetes affects circulation and immunity, and over time the sensory nerves in the feet may be damaged,” said Ellen Ibey, executive director of the Temagami Family Health Team.“People with diabetes often
Weighing the baby benefits
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMAGAMI – Climbing on to the scales can be stressful, at any age.At the Temagami Family Health Team clinic, its youngest clients can do so in a little more comfort and efficiency.Nurse practitioner Nancy Presseault now examines babies – including recording their weights and measurements – using a
Raise the Roost fundraiser held on St. Patrick’s Day
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter HILLIARDTON — It was a green, feathery scene at the Hilliardton Marsh Research & Education Centre (HMREC) Saturday as volunteers killed two birds with one stone - but in a good way.HMREC volunteers held a St. Patrick’s Day bird-banding event
City library plotting future
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – What do you want to see at the Temiskaming Shores Public Library?With its current strategic plan expiring this year, the library board is seeking public input as it drafts a new five-year plan.It’s attempting “to give as many opportunities for people as we can to
Retail Expo bigger and better for Earlton Lions
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter EARLTON — The floor of the Earlton Arena will be a hub of activity this weekend as the Earlton Lions Club presents their second annual Retail Expo March 23-25.“The weather is supposed to be good, we are anticipating another successful event this year,” said Earlton Lions Club president