Steven Larocque Speaker Editor The fall and winter months are busy times of the year for The Speaker in terms of supplied photos – sports, school events and Christmas donations …

    Branch 44 of the Royal Canadian Legion in Cobalt takes tradition to heart, and that heart was on display with a spirited weekend of events to mark their …

By Joe O’Grady   It’s hard to grumble about public health agencies wanting to make the well-being of their citizens a priority, but something feels a little “ick” about Northeastern …

By Gordon Brock   It’s been a sombre month for reflections, what with the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks in New York City and the 30th anniversary …

    Every year on September 30, Canada observes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day serves as a crucial time for reflection, education, and collective healing. It …

    An “urgent” request for municipal support from Addictions Medicine Canada to help reel in the free distribution of prescription drugs to street users was a sobering piece of …

By Steven Larocque   Last week I was about to go into a business and at the same time a fellow was coming out the door with his arms full …