Local consultation pledged on Hwy. 11 work
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – City representatives are pleased that there will be local consultation as work is planned on Highway 11 in the vicinity of Temiskaming Shores. …
Taking the rink outdoors one suggestion for Earlton arena
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter ARMSTRONG TOWNSHIP – Armstrong council has heard the outline of a vision to revitalize the Armstrong arena building. Francois Gauthier attended council’s February 8 …
What to do with $40,000 in FedNor funds
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter COBALT – Cobalt municipal intern Evan Franks is looking for some input from council regarding the final details for the Cobalt Teck Park upgrade. …
COVID-19 testing, treatment eligibility expands
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – One COVID-19 wave is over, but another may be coming. The surge of cases driven by the BQ.1.1 variant has ended, …
TRANSPORT TROUBLE
A commercial transport ended up in the ditch on Highway 11, located directly across from Ecole catholique St-Michel, on February 2. Tow trucks can be seen preparing to remove …
BRH seeking patient input
ENGLEHART (Special) – Are you a patient of Blanche River Health or a family member with some thoughts to share? Blanche River Health (BRH) is looking for people …
Cobalt library board gets ministry support
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter COBALT – After two weeks of turmoil, the Cobalt Paul Penna Public Library board has been advised that it is still active. Board chair …
OPP threats investigation ongoing
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Police are continuing an investigation into threat complaints dating back to early November. To date, Temiskaming OPP have positively identified “numerous” victims, said …
Animal rescue needs help with shelter move
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — There is an ever increasing need for pet rescue services in Temiskaming Shores and area and one local animal rescue shelter is having …
Seniors and disabled struggling with cost increases
Darlene Wroe Local Journalism Initiative Reporter DISTRICT – At least two area seniors see themselves reducing, or possibly ending, the hours they have with Timiskaming Home Support light housekeeping helping …