Water line breaks force boil-water advisoriesDiane Johnston Speaker Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Aging pipes are being blamed for two water line breaks that left thousands of Temiskaming Shores residents under boil-water advisories.The latest advisory was lifted late yesterday afternoon (March 7).It affected residents south of Broadwood
It sure has been a weird winter in the Temiskaming region.We’ve had some cold days mixed with warmer days and plenty of snow. Maybe the winter temperature fluctuations can be attributed to climate change?People in this region may remember only 10 or 15 years ago when November
While visiting with family and friends in Temiskaming Shores over the Holidays, Rebecca Schmidtke of Nepean helped with handling the significant snowfall that hit the area between Christmas and New Year’s. (Staff photo)
DISTRICT (Staff/special) – The Temiskaming Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to remind motorists operating all types of vehicles that winter weather can change very quickly, placing extra demands on your vehicle and your driving skills.Powder snow is a sign that the true conditions are
Snow and cold temperatures arrive in South TemiskamingSue Nielsen Speaker Reporter DISTRICT — Winter arrived in South Temiskaming with a slight vengeance this past weekend.A snowfall warning was issued by Environment Canada at the beginning of the weekend with total amounts of snowfall expected between 15
Northeast region forest fire updateSue Nielsen Speaker Reporter DISTRICT — Heat warnings, fire bans and forest fires have been in effect this past week. Hot, dry and humid conditions have created the perfect scenario for forest fires in the Northeast region of
Darlene Wroe Speaker Reporter CHARLTON-DACK — While it is hoped that the season is over for winter storms, Municipality of Charlton and Dack staff and council had some comments to make about calls from the public about road clearance expectations during a recent severe storm.Public works superintendent
Englehart resident Jessie Harman was taking advantage of the recent warm, sunny weather by doing a little spring cleanup raking leaves at a friend’s place on 9th Avenue last Friday, April 29. (Staff photo by Sue Nielsen)
When life gives you lemons – or snow – make the best of it. Eight-year-old Tavis MacArthur, above, and his father Dave took advantage of an overnight snowfall late last week to create an eye-catching snowman in Haileybury. (Staff photo by Diane Johnston)
TEMISKAMING SHORES (Staff) – The city is preparing for fun in the sun – when spring arrives.Temiskaming Shores staff are preparing for the seasonal switch on the recreational front, said Councillor Mike McArthur, who sits on the recreation services committee.This year will see the installation of new
