Weighing the pros and cons
A council has an obligation to carry out due diligence, considering the validity of both popular and unpopular ideas. The City of Temiskaming Shores is now examining whether …
Starting from scratch
By Steven Larocque After a week off work, the thought of having to write a column upon my return Monday had me wracking my brain for a topic. I …
Editorial cartoon in the Nov. 29 issue:
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Shopping local and locally
It’s the end of November and that change in the calendar should help to focus people’s attention on the big day coming up in about four weeks time. Christmas is …
I believe because of Christmas
By Darlene Wroe “I wish we could feel like this all year,” my daughter’s niece said, her cheeks glowing and eyes bright. It was Christmas and the living room of …
Editorial cartoon in the Nov. 22 issue:
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Inspired and inspiring
The grand opening of the Zack’s Crib shelter in New Liskeard will be taking place Friday, November 24. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. at the 183 …
Odds and ends
By Steven Larocque Most folks out there like music, some styles more than others of course. Jazz is one of those styles that’s admired for its musicianship and improvisational elements, …
Editorial cartoon November 15:
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The cost of living and renting
Inflation is a strange phenomenon. It’s a global concern with many countries hit much harder than we are in Canada or the United States. In the United Kingdom, …