The killers among us
As the world quivers in fear of the coronavirus, it is important to keep things in perspective. First of all, let’s take note of some good advice. If you are …
Rush to conclusions
By Steven Larocque When Neil Peart of the band Rush died a few weeks ago it made me think back to my early days with music. Back when I was …
Editorial cartoon Jan. 31
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Growing the population, one by one
By Diane Johnston As January draws to its dreary, desultory end, so too has any optimism I may have felt at the dawn of the new year. I’m reminded of …
Get swept up
There’s a big event happening right now in Temiskaming Shores that has connections to the earliest days of the sporting scene in this region. The Northern Ontario Curling Association (NOCA) …
Editorial cartoon for Jan. 22, 2020:
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Wait for it….
The Ontario government has announced the return of a spring bear hunt. Actually, they announced the beginning of the start of looking into bringing back the hunt. “John Yakabuski, Minister …
Confessions of an Anglophone
By Darlene Wroe Je parle juste un peu français, et je comprendre un peu français. Je veux je comprendre mieux le français et je veux je pouvoir le parler. For …
Saying thank you
When starting off the new year it is good to acknowledge those who work so hard for our region. Our MPs Anthony Rota and Charlie Angus have obtained the spotlight …
Too hot
By Editor Steven Larocque People around the world have been awestruck by the images coming out of Australia these past few weeks. The devastation to the landscape, wildlife and the …