MPs oppose reducing ridings for Northern Ontario
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter DISTRICT – Northern Ontario MPs have come together to reach out to the Ontario Federal Electoral Boundaries Commission to explain their view that removing …
Haileybury campus expansion to finish in early 2023
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – A $3.5 million expansion and renovation of veterinary sciences facilities at Northern College’s Haileybury campus is to be completed by February. …
North sees federal representation eroding
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter DISTRICT – With the release of the newest population census, the Federal Electoral Boundaries Commission of Ontario is once again assessing the federal ridings of …
Good COVID news: latest wave appears to have plateaued
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Ongoing COVID-19 outbreaks in the district appear to be under control, says Temiskaming’s acting medical officer of health. The local situation …
The race is on for October’s municipal elections
DISTRICT (Staff) – October may seem a long way off for many, but it’s just around the corner for political aspirants. Municipal elections in Ontario take place Monday, October 24, …
Rodeo thrills thousands at Fall Fair grounds
Sue Nielsen Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — Yeehaw! A western-style rodeo rode through town last weekend. Local cowboys and cowgirls from across Temiskaming and further afield dusted off their boots …
More join city council election race
TEMISKAMING SHORES (Staff) – With a little over a week to go before the close of nominations for municipal elections, three more candidates have declared their intention to seek a …
Temiskaming reporting three outbreaks
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – A COVID-19 outbreak continues at a congregate living setting in South Temiskaming but is described as under control. An outbreak at Northdale Manor …
Under-fives now eligible for COVID-19 vaccination
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – A new cohort of arms will be eligible for COVID-19 vaccination, beginning tomorrow. Beginning at 8 a.m. July 28, parents and caregivers …
Animals First will continue in role for 12 months
Diane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – The city’s current agreement with Animals First for animal control and pound services will be extended for one year. As for a new …