Lane reductions to begin this week on Highway 101 East in Timmins between Crawford Street and Porcupine Mall

Lane reductions and lower speed limits are expected to begin this week on Highway 101 East in Timmins between Crawford Street and the Porcupine Mall as reconstruction work continues, the City of Timmins announced. The work will affect traffic on Timmins’ east end, with drivers advised to expect minor delays

Ontario to expand pharmacist vaccines and minor-ailment prescribing starting July 2026

Ontario pharmacists will be able to administer six additional publicly funded vaccines to eligible Ontarians and assess and prescribe for nine more common ailments starting in July 2026, the Ontario government announced May 11. The changes apply provincewide, including pharmacies in Northeast Ontario, and expand the list of services that

Hearst lawyer J.C. André Lehoux named Superior Court judge in Haileybury

Hearst lawyer J.C. André Lehoux has been appointed a judge of the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario in Haileybury, the federal Department of Justice announced May 11. The appointment affects the court’s Haileybury-based vacancy, which the Department of Justice said is located there because of internal court

CFIA posts recall notice for Elite Sweets 5 kg carrot cake over pieces of wood

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) posted a recall notice on May 8, 2026, for Elite Sweets brand Carrot Cake (5 kg) because the product may contain pieces of wood. The agency listed distribution in Ontario and Alberta, and the recall date as May 7, 2026. The notice is aimed

Timmins police investigating collision at Algonquin Boulevard East and Brunette Road

Timmins police are investigating a motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Algonquin Boulevard East and Brunette Road, the Timmins Police Service said in a May 7 traffic advisory. Eastbound traffic on Algonquin Boulevard East near Brunette Road may be delayed and subject to temporary restrictions while officers conduct their

CFIA recalls Samjin frozen fish cake for undeclared egg, gluten and milk

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued a food recall warning for Samjin brand Frozen Fish Cake (with Sauce & Shrimp) because it may contain egg, gluten and milk that are not declared on the label. The warning was published May 8, 2026, and the product was distributed nationally. For

Ontario lowers colorectal cancer screening age to 45 starting July 1

Ontario will lower the starting age for publicly funded colorectal cancer screening to 45 on July 1, down from 50, and will allow people considered at increased risk to start screening at age 40 or 10 years earlier than the age of the youngest affected relative at diagnosis, the province

Smooth Rock Falls posts 72-hour emergency kit supply list for Emergency Preparedness Week

Smooth Rock Falls posted a notice on its website May 7 listing supplies for a 72-hour emergency kit. The notice appeared during Emergency Preparedness Week, which runs May 3 to 9, 2026, according to a Government of Canada poster included with the post. The town’s list includes water and

Smooth Rock Falls passes bylaw approving Building Official Services agreement with Iroquois Falls

Smooth Rock Falls — At its regular meeting on May 6, 2026, Smooth Rock Falls council gave third and final reading to Bylaw 2026-36, approving an agreement with the Town of Iroquois Falls for Building Official Services. The bylaw was among several items council addressed that night, including preparations for upcoming

Smooth Rock Falls posts emergency plan checklist for residents during Emergency Preparedness Week

The Town of Smooth Rock Falls posted an emergency plan checklist for residents on its website May 6, listing items such as how to contact family members, a meeting place if people must leave home, emergency contacts, and plans for pets and loved ones who need extra support. The post

Timmins police remind riders ORVs are limited to designated roads under city bylaw

Timmins police reminded off-road vehicle riders on May 7 that ORVs are only allowed on designated city roads under the City of Timmins ORV bylaw, and that violations can lead to towing and fines of up to $1,000. Police issued the reminder after what they said was an increase

Town of Cochrane posting permanent Teacher’s Aid job at Cochrane Child Care Centre; deadline May 20

The Town of Cochrane has posted a permanent Teacher’s Aid position at the Cochrane Child Care Centre in Cochrane, with applications due by 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. The job posting provides pay, hours and required qualifications for people considering work at the municipal child-care