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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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St- Michel school renewal project completed
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — Students and families in Temiskaming Shores and surrounding area will benefit from a major addition at Ecole catholique St-Michel.It includes new classrooms, a stand-alone childcare centre, an improved parking lot and an elevator.“In regards to the new addition, it was amazing to see how easily
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Pushing for improved care for seniors
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter HAILEYBURY - The Temiskaming Lodge held its annual Spring Fling Meet and Greet on Friday, March 9, providing music and refreshments for residents and guests, while at the same time promoting the needs of senior health care in the province.Temiskaming Lodge administrator Francine Gosselin told the gathering that
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Fire department fundraiser heating up
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter COLEMAN TOWNSHIP - The Coleman Township Fire Department and its ladies auxiliary hosted its second annual fundraising vendor show on Saturday, March 10.The event raised $1,523 which will be used for the purchase of items needed by the fire department, said Fire Chief Don Laitinen. That amount is
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Shiverfest a cool experience
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMAGAMI – Bowlers, dog sledders, jugglers-in-the-making and even karaoke singers could find a little something at Shiverfest 2018.Temperatures were chilly but the sun shone on the eleventh edition of Temagami’s winter carnival.“We’re pleased with the turnout. Everybody’s happy. This is what community is all about,” said Ron Prefasi,
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