Letter of the Week
Strategies for our First Nations populationDear Editor:I was inspired to write this letter after reading Darlene Wroe’s wonderful piece on the ancient history of First Nations societies on this continent, a history many of us too often forget. Too many Canadians question the ability of First
From the editor’s desk
[caption id="attachment_11947" align="alignleft" width="325"] Gordon Brock Speaker Editor [/caption]Once in awhile a story from our sports department finds itself transcending into the news department. In this instance, it may or may not
Letter of the Week
This is what health care cuts doDear Editor:Is this called Healthcare?In Canada, we are lucky enough to have a health care system that is highly revered and is also held as one of the foremost examples to be emulated by other countries. Why is it
Enjoy the spring, get outdoors
Spring is here. The slow melt of snow and the increased presence of birds are among the many indications that the winter season is losing its grip and warm days are ahead.A month from now the snow will be all but a memory.The arrival
Trump This
Dear Editor:Mr. (Bryan) McLean should be careful in what he wishes for. (His Speaker letter, March 16, 2016 entitled “Temiskaming needs a Trump”.)Does he want a politician who insults individuals left and right? Who advocates torture? Who appeals simply to the emotions of his listeners, and who
Seniors scaling snowbanks
Dear Editor,I was totally disgusted with the Town of Cobalt on March 25, 2016.I am a volunteer driver for St. Patrick’s Parish and pick up seniors who don’t drive.Everyone is aware of the amount of snow that fell throughout the day and night on March 24.
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