Dave Dymond Speaker Editor – Gordon BrockIn the life of a community there are various individuals who could best be described as “unconventional,” or “colourful,” or “controversial,” or, simply “a character.” Dave Dymond who
Letter Writers Speaker Editor – Gordon BrockIt’s been awhile since we’ve focused on this topic. As we’re beginning a new year it may be appropriate to revisit this again.It’s been said that
Robert Franks Speaker Editor – Gordon BrockThis space would be remiss for not commenting on the passing last week of 98-year-old Robert Franks.A good friend of The Speaker, yours truly has known Mr.
A NEW YEARThis is our first issue of 2016 as the community this week gets back in gear after the holiday season.The Christmas season of 2015 will, in part, be remembered for the weather. For example, on December 23, one could look out the window from our
The Last Christmas CardOne of the traditions of Christmas, even in this age of social media, is the sending and receiving of printed Christmas cards.In many, many cases the Christmas card is the last way for people to stay in touch with friends who they
The Bus RideAt this time of year it seems every occurrence is magnified and attributed to the Christmas season.Bad news such as fatalities and economic layoffs take on even more tragic proportions than if they had happened at any other time of year.On the other hand, any
The Syrian RefugeesA story that this week is receiving some reader feedback and, anecdotally, can be heard in the community is the national and local story of bringing in Syrian refugees.The elected Justin Trudeau government made a promise of bringing in 25,000 Syrian refugees before the
On the publication date of this week’s Speaker, Remembrance Week in Temiskaming concludes.Coverage of the Remembrance Day ceremonies at cenotaphs throughout the District can be found in the November 13 Weekender.One of the biggest stories this past week in Temiskaming on the topic of Remembrance was the
Remembrance WeekMany people in the community between now and November 11 will be wearing poppies to support our Royal Canadian Legions and to commemorate Remembrance Day.The time period takes on special significance this year for The Temiskaming Speaker for a few reasons.Because November 11
Election night notebookA community newspaper editor flips through an election night notebook. The theme is the local scene with some firsts.COMMITTEE ROOMSWhat’s the value of riding committee rooms?It gives the party a public profile – a place where the public can drop in and get
