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A cool, damp Sunday ahead across Northeast Ontario. Cloud cover will linger throughout the day, with temperatures hovering around 6°C in most communities, such as Timmins, Kapuskasing, and Hearst. Light rain is expected on and off, so bringing an umbrella or a rain jacket is a smart call if
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His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Margaret Brooke has returned to Canada after completing a 119-day deployment as part of Operation PROJECTION, according to a news release from National Defence dated May 9, 2025. The deployment began on January 10, 2025, and included travel through South America, Antarctica, and the
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Construction has begun on an expansion at Hoivakoti Finlandia Nursing Home in Sudbury, according to a May 10 announcement from the Ontario Ministry of Long-Term Care. The project will add 32 new long-term care beds to the existing 112 at the facility, with the new section expected to open to
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Organic pumpkin seeds sold at The Stone Store in Guelph and The Hope Eco-Farm Store in Aylmer are being recalled in Ontario due to possible Salmonella contamination, according to a warning from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) on May 10, 2025. Pumpkin seeds distributed at The Stone Store between
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The City of Timmins has scheduled an emergency repair for a watermain on Earl St. The Environmental Services Department announced that the repair will start at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 10, 2025, and is expected to be completed by 4:00 p.m. Residents in the area
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A crisp start to the day for communities across Northeast Ontario, with most places waking up to clear skies and morning temperatures hovering near 3°C. As the day moves on, expect lots of sun and a quick warm-up—afternoon highs reaching about 14°C in Timmins and surrounding towns.
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The Public Works Department has announced a schedule for street sweeping operations taking place between May 11 and May 15, 2025. These operations will occur during nighttime from 9:00 pm to 7:00 am and during daytime from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. Nighttime Operations * May 11,
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The Porcupine Dante Club’s Salute Lounge in Timmins was the venue for a significant discussion titled "What's Going On?" held on June 5, 2025. The event featured insightful dialogue between Gwynne Dyer, a global political analyst, and Charlie Angus, Member of Parliament, focusing on global
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A cool and mostly cloudy start to the day across Northeast Ontario, with temperatures this morning in the low single digits for Timmins, Kapuskasing, Hearst, and Moosonee. Daytime highs will reach 10°C in most communities, with brisk northwest winds making it feel a few degrees cooler. Occasional light showers
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has announced a recall of Organic Traditions brand Jumbo Pumpkin Seeds due to a potential risk of Salmonella contamination. The recall affects 227 g and 454 g package sizes with specific UPC codes. Salmonella is a bacterium that can cause serious and sometimes fatal
After a mild start this morning across Northeast Ontario, expect partly cloudy skies today with a high near 16°C for communities stretching from Timmins and Kapuskasing through to Kirkland Lake and Hearst. Winds will be light and shifting southwest at 10–15 km/h. By tonight, temperatures dip to
Lynne Innes, serving as the President and CEO of the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA), has been awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal. This accolade was given to recognize her contributions to healthcare improvements along the James Bay and Hudson Bay coasts. Ontario's Minister of Health, Sylvia
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has announced a recall for Schalk Mühle brand Organic Austrian Pumpkin Seeds due to potential Salmonella contamination. This recall applies to products distributed in regions including Ontario and Quebec. The CFIA advises consumers not to use, sell, serve, or distribute the recalled pumpkin seeds.
A mostly cloudy Wednesday ahead across the Northeast, with temperatures in the mid to high teens for most, and a brisk breeze from the west. Timmins and Kapuskasing will see highs around 17°C, while Hearst and Iroquois Falls are a touch cooler near 15°C. Scattered showers are likely
Preston Pablo, a Juno Award-winning musician from Port Coquitlam, is scheduled to perform at the Biltmore Theatre in Oshawa on Sunday, May 12. This event is listed in the Timmins Events Calendar as part of Preston Pablo's Canadian tour. Details provided in the calendar specify the venue as
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has recalled Captain’s Choice brand frozen Young Coconut Meat due to possible Salmonella contamination. The affected product is packaged in 454-gram (1 lb) bags with UPC 0 55722 10810 8 and has a best before date of 2024 AU 15. According to the
The Town of Smooth Rock Falls has released highlights from the regular council meeting held on May 5, 2025. Council reviewed updates on the municipal budget, discussed infrastructure projects, and considered information about community events. According to the town's summary, adjustments to the municipal budget were approved. Specific
The Ontario government has announced an investment of $110 million to expand health care services across the province. According to a news release, this funding will support Ontario Health Teams in efforts to improve access to local care, home and community care, primary care, and digital health services. The government
A contractor working for the Region will conduct emergency watermain repairs on Bloor Street West (Regional Road 22) in Bowmanville on Tuesday, May 7. According to an official notice from the Region, the work will take place between Martin Road and Simpson Avenue, starting at approximately 7 a.m. and
Lane restrictions have been implemented on Baseline Road, just west of Courtice Road in Courtice, due to emergency watermain break repairs. The Regional Municipality of Durham advised that these repairs are necessary and may affect both residents and businesses in the area. According to the Regional Municipality of Durham, motorists
Residents across Northeast Ontario will see a mild start to Tuesday. Expect partly to mostly cloudy skies with daytime highs reaching 14°C in Timmins and 15°C in Kapuskasing. The wind will be light and there’s a very slight chance of a brief sprinkle in the afternoon, but