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Ombudsman chides Cobalt for ‘illegal’ budget meetings
Joe O’Grady Local Journalism Initiative Reporter COBALT – The Ontario Ombudsman has found Cobalt acted “illegally” in hosting a series of closed-door meetings last year to discuss the …
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EASTER EGG-CITEMENT
It was a time for families to get together and share some egg-citing Easter fun. Hundreds of people, including Zairah Roundhead, 3, and her brother, Ezekiel, 1, who enjoyed …
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Thousands expected to dig in at 2026 Earlton Farm Show
Sue Nielsen Local Journalism Initiative Reporter EARLTON — Thousands of people are expected to attend the 60th anniversary of the annual Earlton Farm Show Friday, April 10 and …
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COMIC CREATIONS
The Cobalt Mining Museum was home to a March Break comic book creation class featuring 13 participants ranging in age from six to 12 years, taught by arts educator …
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THE FUZZY CHICKS
Looking for the fuzzy chicks was not a rock band search. It was the downtown New Liskeard BIA and merchants’ Easter Egg giveaway, complete with the Easter bunny in …
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Englehart Rotary donates $15,300 to BRHF
ENGLEHART (Special) – The Blanche River Health Foundation (BRHF) recently announced a $15,300 donation from the Rotary Club of Englehart to support the purchase of essential medical equipment …
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CHEVALIERS TO SALVATION
The Chevaliers de Colomb, Conseil 8916, recently presented a donation of $7,490.66 to support the vital work of the Salvation Army Food Bank in the community. This contribution will …
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Higher and higher
By Steven Larocque Last week on my way into work I noticed gas prices in North Cobalt and Haileybury at $1.73 and $1.71 per litre, respectively (I always round …
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To serve and respect
It’s been a tough couple of years for the Town of Cobalt, grappling with staffing changes, a dwindling economic base and challenging tax implications. But town council didn’t …
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U15BB Puckhounds heading to OWHA championships
Sue Nielsen Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — The U15BB Brownlee Equipment Puckhounds have cause to celebrate as they have earned a spot at the OWHA Provincial Championships. They …
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Scotiabank U11B banking on success at OWHA
Sue Nielsen Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — They say past behaviour is an indication of future behaviour. In the case of the Scotiabank U11B Puckhound Girls …
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Miller paves the way to U14AA NOHA on home ice
Steven Larocque Speaker Editor TEMISKAMING SHORES – A little home ice advantage could help propel the Miller Paving Puckhounds this weekend. The Temiskaming Shores Minor Hockey Association (TSMHA) U14AA team …
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Temiskaming Hospital reunion planned for May
Sue Nielsen Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — Current and former Temiskaming Hospital employees will have an opportunity to reconnect, reminisce about their shared work and celebrate …
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Airport in the green for 2025
Joe O’Grady Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – The Earlton-Temiskaming Regional Airport is reaching new heights when it comes to operating in the green. The airport’s financial …
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BRH welcomes Siddiqui to the team
ENGLEHART (Staff) – A familiar face is joining the physician team at Blanche River Health (BRH) serving Englehart and Kirkland Lake. Dr. Zubaida Siddiqui has been providing locum …
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TSAAC is back with a new executive for 2026
Sue Nielsen Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES —The Temiskaming Shores and Area Chamber of Commerce (TSACC) is back with a new board of directors and a familiar …
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Mikrolink Computers has a new location in New Liskeard
Sue Nielsen Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES — Mikrolink Computer Sales and Service has celebrated their move to a new location. Mikrolink owner Mark Lavallee recently held …
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Open house outlines Pete’s Dam turbine project
Joe O’Grady Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Although the proposed location initially raised a few eyebrows, a proposed hydroelectric demonstration turbine at Pete’s Dam Park seems …
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Locals eight times more likely to die on highway: MPP
Joe O’Grady Local Journalism Initiative Reporter TEMISKAMING SHORES – Not all parts of rural Ontario are equal when it comes to highway safety. That’s the view of Timiskaming-Cochrane …
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Coleman meets with Health Unit over Cobalt Refinery site
Sue Nielsen Local Journalism Initiative Reporter COLEMAN TOWNSHIP — In an effort to get answers on chemicals found at the Coleman Township refinery site and to possibly access …
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Earlton recreation centre gets thorough check
Darlene Wroe For The Speaker ARMSTRONG TOWNSHIP – Armstrong Township council had an opportunity to review and discuss studies conducted regarding the Armstrong Township recreation centre building (the …
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