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Residents between 2nd Avenue and 3rd Avenue, and between 4th Street and 5th Street in Cochrane are scheduled to experience a water interruption on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, from 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm, according to a notice from the Corporation of the Town of Cochrane. The scheduled
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Wake up to a mild start in communities across Northeast Ontario, with a gentle breeze and temperatures hovering around 16°C early on. Expect skies to stay mostly cloudy for much of the day, with the chance of scattered showers—especially in places like Timmins, Kapuskasing, Hearst, and Iroquois Falls.
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The Corporation of the Town of Cochrane has announced that waste collection normally scheduled for Monday, August 4, 2025, will take place on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. This information was posted in a notice regarding the Civic Holiday on the municipality's website. Residents with regular Monday waste pick-up
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Expect a warm and partly sunny Thursday across Northeastern Ontario, with afternoon highs reaching 26°C in Timmins and nearby towns. Winds will remain light. By late afternoon and evening, clouds may increase and there’s a modest chance of scattered showers or a thunderstorm, especially west of Hearst and
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The Ontario government has awarded a contract to EllisDon for construction of the Timmins-Porcupine Station, which is set to serve as the northern terminal for the Northlander passenger rail service between Timmins and Toronto. According to the Ministry of Transportation, construction is underway on the platform, parking area, and passenger
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The Timmins Police Service is seeking the public’s help to locate a missing person named Hariette. In a notice published by the police service, anyone with information regarding Hariette’s whereabouts is urged to contact the Timmins Police Service at 705-264-1201. No further identifying details or information about the
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The Township of Black River-Matheson cancelled the Committee of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. due to a lack of quorum, according to a public notice issued by the Office of the Clerk. The meeting notice, dated July 16, 2025, and signed by
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The Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by 1.9% in Canada for June 2025 compared to a year earlier, according to figures released by Statistics Canada. This represented a higher annual inflation rate than the 1.7% recorded in May. Statistics Canada's report shows that price increases were
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North and Northeast Ontario can expect a mix of sun and clouds today with afternoon highs reaching 26°C and humidex values making it feel closer to 31°C. Winds will be light from the southwest at 10–15 km/h. Overnight, skies will be partly cloudy with lows dipping
Local news for Hearst, Timmins, Cochrane, and all Northeastern Ontario
A special meeting of the Cochrane Town Council is set for Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in the council chambers at 171 Fourth Avenue, Cochrane, according to an official notice. Residents can attend the meeting in person or access the public portion online. The meeting has
The Town of Smooth Rock Falls has introduced the Administrative Monetary Penalty System (AMPS), effective July 15, 2025. According to the Town, AMPS gives the municipality authority to issue fines for certain by-law violations—such as property standards and yard maintenance—without the need for court proceedings. The new system
A batch of Rea brand Soppressata Salami Sweet is being recalled from stores in Alberta, Ontario, and Quebec due to possible contamination with Salmonella, according to a notice from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) issued on July 14. The recall affects the Rea brand Soppressata Salami Sweet with the
Expect a warm and dry Tuesday across the northeast, including Timmins, Kapuskasing, Hearst, Iroquois Falls, and surrounding areas. Highs today will hover near 27°C, with afternoon sunshine making it feel a few degrees warmer. Light winds and low humidity should keep things comfortable. Overnight, look for clear skies and
The Township of Black River-Matheson will hold an emergency closed meeting at 367 Fourth Avenue, Matheson, on July 15, 2025. According to a public notice posted on July 14, the meeting is being called under Section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, 2001, which permits municipal councils or local boards
Clouds are sticking around for much of the day across Northeastern Ontario, with scattered showers possible—Timmins, Kapuskasing, Hearst, and surrounding towns may see brief light rain, but totals look minimal. Temperatures will stay mild with highs in the mid to upper teens, cooling quickly this evening. Tonight, expect mainly
Paving near the railway crossing is included in the Town of Cochrane’s 2025 Road Work Program, according to a press release issued by the Town of Cochrane on July 2, 2026. The road work project is part of a larger infrastructure initiative currently under a request for proposals (RFP)
Another cool start for folks across the Northeast this Sunday, with highs around 17°C and a bit of a breeze in places like Timmins, Kapuskasing, Hearst, and Moosonee. Expect a mix of sun and cloud through the day, with cloudiness increasing by late afternoon. Winds will be out of
A recall has been issued for Sea Horse brand Easy Peel Shrimp (908 g) in Quebec due to undeclared sulphites, according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) on July 12, 2025. The affected product has the UPC 8 32365 00187 9 and a best before date of February 17,
A comfortable start to the weekend today for towns across the Northeast, with morning temperatures in the mid-teens and afternoon highs reaching 22°C to 25°C. Expect a mix of sun and cloud throughout much of the day, with the chance of a light breeze, making it a pleasant
The Town of Cochrane has announced a temporary position for a Teacher's Aid at the Cochrane Child Care Centre. The deadline for applications is Friday, July 25, 2025, at 3:00 pm. This posting is relevant to those seeking employment in child care within Cochrane, Ontario. The details
According to a July 11, 2025 posting on the Town of Cochrane’s website, applications are being accepted for the full-time, permanent position of Supervisor at the Polar Bear Habitat in Cochrane, Ontario. The posting states that the position offers a salary between $69,799 and $78,555 per year,