Coleman takes strong stance with MECP over refinery site
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter COLEMAN TOWNSHIP — Coleman Township is playing hardball with the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) over the clean up and remediation work involving …
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Cobalt Food Bank closing on September 10
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter COBALT — The Cobalt, Coleman, Latchford and Area Food Bank, serving the needs of the most vulnerable in three communities, is closing its doors effective Wednesday, …
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Salvation Army Church celebrates 120th anniversary
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — From their annual Christmas Kettle Campaign, to the vital services provided by the Thrift Store, Pathway of Hope, Homeless Outreach and food bank, …
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Police blotter
Theft charges TEMISKAMING SHORES – A recent report of a suspicious person in Haileybury resulted in theft charges. At about 11:30 p.m. June 4, Temiskaming OPP responded to a call …
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CLEARING OUT HAZARDOUS WASTE
Jorge Pinzon, at left, and Dawn Rioux of GFL Environmental Services, sorted drop-offs at the June 7 household hazardous waste collection in New Liskeard. Many items – including paint, oil …
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Wind farm pros and cons have been heard
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter KERNS/HUDSON/HENWOOD – Wind farm proponents have their eyes on Kerns and Hudson Townships as well as areas stretching into Henwood Township to the west …
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Pete’s Dam Park reopens
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Pete’s Dam Park has reopened after an inspection of trails late last month. However, some sections of trail in the popular park will …
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PRIDE SEASON
Pride season kicked off June 2 at Temiskaming Shores city hall with a flag raising. On hand were, from left, Pride Temiskaming president Kailey Kennedy, city councillors Nadia Pelletier-Lavigne and …
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Lodge plans expansion in face of “significant” waitlist
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Temiskaming Lodge is poised to grow by another 32 beds to meet demand for long-term care. The waitlist for a room at the …
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Veterinary incentive program attracts interest
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Eleven recently licensed veterinarians are enrolled in a new incentive program aimed at attracting large-animal vets to under-serviced areas. The shortage of large-animal …
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