From the Editor’s Desk
Odds And Ends A community newspaper editor flips through his notebook:CHARLIE ANGUSCharlie Angus has been the New Democratic Party MP for Timmins-James Bay since 2004. In that timeframe perhaps he’s had no busier stretch than what he’s been dealing with in the past
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Letter of the Week
OOM PAH PAH!!Dear Editor.Oliver! What a fantastic show!Many thanks to Jesse, Sharon T., Sharon B., and all their cast, crew, musicians and helpers for presenting a superb musical for our enjoyment.This production has again showcased the great talent in our area and full houses show
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A partnership for the future
The federal government is intent on assisting municipalities, along with the provincial government, to build key infrastructure projects across the country.A recent major announcement in Sudbury will see the extension of Maley Drive across the city, to improve transportation, increase safety, and assist the city in its growth
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From the Editor’s Desk
Representing Canadian hockeyA few weeks back when Justin Trudeau visited Barack Obama, a press conference was held in the White House’s Rose Garden where the President teased the Prime Minister that the Stanley Cup could be found in his hometown of Chicago. The President also could
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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