So much given
Just how giving is Temiskaming? A trip around the region on the weekend showed once again how giving Temiskaming is when it comes to helping our neighbours. It’s not just …
Cranky at Christmas?
By Diane Johnston This was the year that I was going to mail a few Christmas cards. To ensure I did, I addressed the envelopes and affixed stamps – cheap …
Editorial cartoon December 4
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Funding policing costs needs more review
The work of policing is very important in ensuring safer communities. But municipalities this year were surprised by cost impacts when calculations were finalized for 2025 policing. This …
The Christmas Background
By Gordon Brock Philip Van Doren Stern was a noted American writer and Civil War historian. In 1938 – he actually remembered the exact date, February 12, of …
Editorial cartoon in the Nov. 27 issue:
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Safety first
With the first significant snowfall of the season hitting Temiskaming this week, everyone who hasn’t already installed winter tires is no doubt cursing themselves for their forgetfulness. A bit of …
The real Santa’s workshop
By Darlene Wroe When we were children the five of us were each given a chance to go through the Sears Christmas Wish Book and choose one outfit and one …
Editorial cartoon in the Nov. 27 issue:
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The long road ahead
The region continues to reel after a brutal attack November 3 which left a 16-year-old Cobalt girl with life-altering injuries. It will take time for the matter to be fully …