The lively ski hill says they’ve seen a much-needed surge in numbers. On Family Day, the hill saw more than 160 skiers and snowboarders took to the hill for a day on the slopes. It’s a much-needed boost for those who worked to save the hill from closing ahead of the winter season.
A possible service disruption involving Alouette Bus Lines could leave thousands stranded later this month. Nipissing-Parry Sound Student Transportation Services it could begin as early as Monday. It’s all-over stalled contract negotiations between the bus company and its drivers.
A fire in Schumacher had highway 101 closed for a time yesterday. The structural fire in the 100 block of Lions Crest Lane brought out an aerial truck is being brought in to fight the fire, which had gone though the roof. There were thankfully no injuries. The cause has not been given.
Batten down the hatches. Snowfall and plenty of it is expected tomorrow for Sault Ste Marie and Elliot Lake. Snowfall amounts of 5 to 15 cm is possible tomorrow morning into tomorrow evening. It’s all tied to an approaching system will develop tomorrow morning. Warnings may be issued as the event draws closer.
The City of Temiskaming Shores is accepting applications from secondary and post-secondary students for Summer Student employment opportunities, as Lifeguard/Swim Instructors, and for Parks, the Marina Attendants, the Cemetery and Public Works. The deadline is Friday, March 13 at 4:30 p.m.
With a growing snowpack throughout the municipality, crews have been including snow removal in their winter control measures. Troubled spots, such as intersections where visibility is limited due to high banks is of high priority.
