Some things can change significantly in the world in a short period of time.The issue of sexual assault and harassment charges and allegations, in just a year, has gone from a big issue that wasn’t quite big enough to stop Donald Trump from becoming president, to toppling politicians and entertainers

Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter With Christmas just around a corner that’s obscured by slush and snowbank, it’s been suggested that I’m a humbug and a Grinch.Not true.I can’t recall ever quoting Ebenezer Scrooge’s “humbug” interjection. If “humbug” is a reference to the candy, I’d be proud to be so-named.Now, as for the

The importance of shopping locally cannot be over-emphasized.At this time of year, one of the most important for small businesses, it is exactly the right time to state this again.Shopping locally strengthens our communities.Business owners tend to be one of the prime sources of support for community activities.They also can

By Steven LarocqueAs of The Speaker’s publication date this week, it’s only 19 days until Santa Claus breaks into homes, steals some food, probably doesn’t stoop and scoop after his reindeer and then disappears into the night.And while he does his best to leave a nice present behind for every

The Christmas season is in high gear in South Temiskaming.The annual Christmas Unveiling took place in Englehart November 17, as did the Night of Lights in Haileybury.November 23-25 it was the New Liskeard Festival of Lights, Village Noel and the always popular Santa Claus Parade through the downtown core.All of

by Darlene WroeNew Year's resolutions don't have to wait until January 1.Having spent so much of last winter waiting for summer, and then seeing summer zip by, I have learned my lesson.I am going to do my best to enjoy this winter.When the sun shines, I am going to open

Last week, the City of Temiskaming Shores considered a first draft of its 2018 budget and there were two items that were of particular interest.Our story reported that “the city is receiving $2 million less from the Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund than it did 10 years ago.”It was noted by