Latchford looking into potential of fibre optic upgrades
By Jamie Mountain Local Journalism Initiative Reporter LATCHFORD – The Town of Latchford will be looking into acquiring possible funding to assist its landline service provider in upgrading …
Another delay for Charlton skating rink
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter CHARLTON – Another unfortunate setback has been encountered in the reconstruction of the outdoor skating rink located on the north side of Charlton. Contractors on the …
Police Blotter
Teens charged with arson TEMISKAMING SHORES – Two teenagers have been charged with arson after a fire in New Liskeard earlier this month caused damage estimated at more than $18,000. …
Visiting a loved one in the hospital, virtually
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Continuing pandemic precautions mean there won’t be a lot of visitors for patients at Temiskaming Hospital over the Christmas season. Visitors are currently …
Police seize almost $58,000 in suspected drugs
TEMISKAMING SHORES (Staff) – Two Cobalt residents face drug-related charges after police seized suspected drugs with an estimated street value of almost $58,000. Police say members of the North East …
Police Blotter
Info sought on collision COLEMAN – Police are seeking information about a collision involving an ATV and a train in Coleman Township on the weekend. Temiskaming OPP were called to …
Study explores possibility of Charlton fire hydrants
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter CHARLTON – The Municipality of Charlton and Dack is investigating what would be required to have water hydrants in Charlton. Professional engineers Annie Williams …
Temiskaming Hospital OK’d for more beds
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Temiskaming Hospital will be adding up to 10 more beds as it struggles with high occupancy rates. Hospital CEO Mike Baker …
Highway 11 conditions raise questions
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter DISTRICT – A weather event resulting in serious ice conditions on Highway 11 between Temagami and North Bay November 28 has Timiskaming-Cochrane MPP John …
Young-Davidson Mine given the all clear
TEMISKAMING SHORES (Special/Staff) – Three weeks after the first case was reported, a COVID-19 outbreak at the Young-Davidson gold mine near Matachewan has been declared over. All six …