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🌊 FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT until Tuesday, April 21 — caution around all rivers, lakes, and waterways
📰 Local News – City to Take Over Marina Operations for 2026 Season

📅 Events – A List of Events Happening Around Temiskaming Shores Area

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🔍 Find The Guide - A Brief Story About The Tri Town Guide

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The New Liskeard Lions are three games into the U18A OHF Championships and have already shown resilience and offensive push against strong provincial competition.

The Lions opened the tournament with a hard-fought 4–4 tie against the Porcupine Gold Kings. It was a back-and-forth battle, with New Liskeard matching their opponent stride for stride. Jackson Smith led the way with a standout performance, recording 2 goals and 2 assists in the opener.

Game two proved more challenging, as the Lions faced the South Oxford Storm and fell 7–0. Despite the scoreline, the team continued to compete and gain valuable experience against one of the tournament’s top clubs.

In their third game, the Lions bounced back offensively but came up just short in a 7–5 loss to the St. Thomas Stars. Robert Burnett had a big game for New Liskeard, scoring 2 goals and adding an assist as the Lions pushed to keep pace.

Through three games, the Lions have demonstrated determination, flashes of strong offense, and a willingness to compete against elite teams. With more hockey still ahead, they’ll look to build on those positives and finish strong on home ice.

Looking ahead to next season already? TSMHA rep tryout registration is live for 2026-2027. Registration is $40 per player and must be paid by credit card at the time of sign-up. OWHA players coming from another association will need a Permission to Tryout Form before stepping on the ice. Registration closes April 30 — don't leave it to the last minute. Development skate schedules have also been updated, so check the TSMHA website for your age group's ice times.

The City of Temiskaming Shores has announced it will take over operations of both the New Liskeard and Haileybury marinas for the 2026 boating season.

According to a public notice released this week, the move represents a transition in how marina services are managed, with the City aiming to provide a smooth and consistent experience for all users.

Boaters can expect continued access to existing services, with the City emphasizing its commitment to maintaining a high-quality waterfront experience for both residents and visitors.

Details around seasonal bookings, rates, and any operational changes will be shared ahead of the 2026 season. In the meantime, current and prospective marina users are encouraged to stay informed through the City’s website or by contacting the City directly.

Further updates will be provided as plans for the upcoming season are finalized.

Set your alarms — Timiskaming Gymnastics summer camp registration opens this morning at 10:00 AM sharp, and if past years are any indication, spots will go fast. The camp is open to ages 4–10 and runs for 9 weeks this summer with flexible booking options: full week, full day, or half day. It's games, gymnastics, friends, and memories. If you've got little ones who need a summer plan, don't wait on this one.

One of the region's longest-running cultural traditions returns tomorrow — the 91st Temiskaming Festival of Music runs April 20–24 across multiple venues in Temiskaming Shores. For 91 years, this festival has been a stage for local musicians of all ages to perform, compete, and grow. Admission is free (donations are always welcome), making it one of the most accessible cultural events in the area. This year's festival also welcomes a new sponsor — Alamos Gold Inc. — supporting the musical arts in the Temiskaming region. The Grand Concert follows on Thursday, May 7 at 6:30 PM at Temiskaming District Secondary School (90 Niven St., New Liskeard). Full schedule and locations at t-f-m.ca.

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Water levels remain elevated across the region. Use caution around all lakes, rivers, creeks, streams, shorelines, and banks. Keep children and pets away from water's edge. Pete's Dam Park remains closed. Monitor conditions in low-lying areas.

The City of Temiskaming Shores is hiring summer students. Applications are due Friday, April 24 at 4:30 PM. Send your résumé and cover letter to [email protected], attention Erica Logan.

Planning an outdoor fire? The Town of Latchford requires a Burning Permit from April 1 to October 31 (By-Law 2015-08). Cost is $20. Contact the Town Office at 705-676-2416 or email [email protected].

Free tax clinic appointments available Mondays and Wednesdays, 2:00–4:00 PM through April 29 at the Temiskaming Shores Public Library and Northern College in Haileybury.

You’re going to start seeing this guy around.

We call him the Tri Town Guide.

We’re going to be launching a simple game on Facebook called Find the Guide. On certain days we’ll post a photo somewhere around the Tri Town. The Guide will be in that photo. Your job will be to figure out where it is.

You’ll drop your guess in the comment, and every correct answer will count as an entry. We’ll draw a winner each week and feature them in the newsletter. Local businesses will be part of it too, so prizes will come from right here in the community.

It’s meant to be simple. Something quick, something fun, something that makes you look at the tri town area a little differently.

We’re not launching it just yet. We want to build this up properly first. But it’s coming soon.

So for now, just keep an eye out.

Because once the Guide starts showing up, you’ll know it’s time to play.

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