Timmins to lift city-wide fire ban at 4 p.m. June 10

The Timmins Fire Department will lift the city-wide fire ban at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, ending a restriction that has been in place since June 4. For residents, that means open-air burning can resume in Timmins. The fire department said the ban could be reinstated at

Timmins reschedules William Avenue street sweeping planned for June 8 day shift

The City of Timmins has rescheduled street sweeping planned for the day shift on William Avenue on Monday, June 8, to a later date. The change is part of the city’s street-sweeping schedule adjustments for the week of June 7, which can affect when crews arrive in specific areas.

Two Timmins residents charged after serious assault reported at Hollinger Park, police say

Two Timmins residents have been charged after a serious assault reported at Hollinger Park on the evening of June 5, with the victim taken to Timmins and District Hospital for treatment, according to the Timmins Police Service. Police said the assault was reported at about 5:49 p.m. and

Timmins police say post-mortem underway in sudden death investigation near Algonquin Boulevard East

Timmins police are investigating a sudden death reported the evening of Friday, June 5, in the area of Algonquin Boulevard East. Police said a post-mortem examination was being conducted June 8 as part of the investigation. The update provides the latest available information about an incident in Timmins, including what

Smooth Rock Falls posts advertising rates for signs at Reg Lamy Cultural Centre

The Town of Smooth Rock Falls has posted an advertising rate sheet for signage at the Reg Lamy Cultural Centre, listing fees ranging from $200 to $800 depending on the type and size of ad. The rates outline what it costs to place signs inside the community arena and how

Smooth Rock Falls seeking Community Events & Recreation Intern; applications due June 26

The Town of Smooth Rock Falls is hiring a Community Events & Recreation Intern, with applications due June 26 at 4 p.m. According to the town’s posting, the intern will support municipal work related to community events and recreation programming in Smooth Rock Falls. The job description lists

Timmins hazardous waste drop-off set for June 13 at Spruce Snow Dump

Timmins will hold its annual Household Hazardous and Special Waste Event on Saturday, June 13, 2026, with a free drop-off for items such as paint, pesticides, batteries and propane tanks from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Spruce Snow Dump. The one-day event accepts household hazardous and

Timmins schedules water maintenance on Ruth Street in South Porcupine June 9

Water infrastructure maintenance is scheduled for Ruth Street in South Porcupine between Highway 101 E and Division Street on June 9, and the City of Timmins says homeowners and businesses in the area may have short-term water pressure loss or an interruption in service between 9 a.m. and 1

CRA starts one-time GST credit top-up under Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit

The Canada Revenue Agency began issuing a one-time top-up payment on June 5 under the new Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit, with the payment set at 50% of the annual 2025–26 value of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Credit, according to the Department of Finance Canada. For recipients,

Timmins police investigate sudden death near Algonquin Boulevard East address

Timmins police said they are investigating a sudden death near 562 Algonquin Boulevard East and asked the public to avoid the area as of June 5. The police notice does not say how long people should stay away, but it states there is no public safety concern related to the

CFIA recalls Tako Wasabi octopus products over undeclared fish allergen

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued a food recall warning for two Tako Wasabi octopus products after the agency said the items contain fish that is not declared on the label. The products were distributed online and in British Columbia, Ontario and Quebec, and possibly other provinces and

Smooth Rock Falls annual street sweeping program scheduled to start June 8

Street sweeping in Smooth Rock Falls is scheduled to start Monday, June 8, weather permitting, as the town begins its annual street sweeping program. The Town of Smooth Rock Falls is asking residents to keep streets clear during the work by avoiding on-street parking and removing items that could block