DISTRICT – A third COVID-19 case has been reported in the district. The patient, a woman in early 50s, is currently being cared for at Kirkland and District Hospital, where … Continue reading Third COVID-19 case reported in Temiskaming →

COCHRANE (Staff/Special) – Ontario Northland has announced that it is temporarily suspending rail passenger service between Cochrane and Moosonee, effective April 7. “The safety and health of our passengers, employees, … Continue reading Cochrane-Moosonee rail passenger service suspended →

Coleman Township has updated its measures to mitigate risk and plan for the evolving COVID-19 situation. For details, see The Speaker – Printing, Publishing & Promotions Facebook page.

DISTRICT (Staff/Special) — The Emergency Medical Service (EMS) for Temiskaming is asking the public for help. In a press release issued Wednesday, March 25, EMS chief John McCarthy asked if … Continue reading EMS asks for help →

The first reported case of a positive COVID-19 test in Temiskaming was made public March 24. The patient is self isolating and doing well, says the Timiskaming Health Unit. See … Continue reading First COVID-19 case reported in Temiskaming →

Due to the pandemic Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the constantly changing updates and directives from all levels of government, the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) is taking proactive measures to … Continue reading OFSC trails close March 21 →

Environment Canada issued the following special weather statement for the Kirkland Lake, Temiskaming Shores and Temagami area at 5:15 a.m. Thursday morning: Rain tonight changing to snow Friday. Rain, heavy … Continue reading Special weather statement: →

The Government of Ontario announced March 17 that it is taking decisive action by making an order declaring an emergency under s 7.0.1 (1) the Emergency Management and Civil Protection … Continue reading Ontario Enacts Declaration of Emergency to Protect the Public →

This is a statement issued by the Elk Lake Recreation Committee with regards to the Fish On Derby being cancelled. Attention to all Elk Lake Fish On Derby participants …. … Continue reading Elk Lake Fish Derby on Saturday, March 14 cancelled →

Are you looking for some reel fun in Elk Lake this winter? The Elk Lake Recreation Committee is hosting the 16th annual Elk Lake Fish On Derby on Saturday, March … Continue reading Saturday is Fish On in Elk Lake →