Police searching for wanted man
TEMISKAMING SHORES (Staff) – Temiskaming OPP are looking for the public’s help to locate a man charged with failing to attend court. Richard Ouellette, 69, was originally charged …
Opening day nears for long-awaited landfill
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – An era is ending. On October 14, the Haileybury landfill – which has been the sole destination for the municipality’s trash since 2009 …
Police seek witnesses to October 6 collision
TEMAGAMI (Staff) – Investigation continues into a collision north of Temagami late last week that police report left an 87-year-old with life-threatening injuries. Temiskaming OPP say a pedestrian was struck …
Health Unit delivering fire-smoke monitors across district
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter DISTRICT – The Timiskaming Health Unit (THU) has been delivering outdoor air-quality (purple air) monitors to communities across the district. Two have been delivered …

New doc joins BRH as recruitment efforts step up
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter KIRKLAND LAKE – A new doctor with local roots has joined the Blanche River Health team. Dr. Amy Pawson took her first shift September 27 at …
Charlton-Dack and Chamberlain have new CAO
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter CHARLTON-DACK/CHAMBERLAIN -There has been another shift among the available municipal administrative staff in the district. Vaughn Finch is now providing administrative services for the …
Zack’s Crib continues to take shape
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Zack’s Crib, a shelter for both men and women who are experiencing homelessness, is getting close to opening. The …

Collaboration is the key to NOSM training
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — In addition to working at the Temiskaming Hospital and local health care facilities, four Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) University …
Brethour’s unique problem may become common
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter BRETHOUR TOWNSHIP – Brethour is facing an overwhelming problem as it attempts to cope with and manage a growing need for drainage …
Residents oppose waste transfer station change
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMAGAMI – Lake Temagami residents and users will be presenting a petition to Temagami council calling for the municipality to reverse its …