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Timmins Public Library Closed for Labour Day
The Timmins Public Library will be closed on Monday, September 2, in observance of Labour Day. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, September 3.
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Moosonee Council Schedules Emergency Meeting for September 9, 2024
An emergency council meeting for the Town of Moosonee is scheduled for Monday, September 9, 2024, at 5:30 PM in the Town Hall, Council Chambers. The meeting will be held in closed session under section 239(2)(a) of the Municipal Act, which pertains to the security of the
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Cochrane Public Library Seeks CEO/Chief Librarian
The Cochrane Public Library Board is hiring a Chief Executive Officer/Chief Librarian. The position requires leadership, management, administrative, customer-service, human resources, and technology skills. The CEO/Chief Librarian will manage the library, engage with the community, and lead future initiatives. The library serves Cochrane and the surrounding area, with
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Federal Government Announces Committees to Boost Productivity and Interprovincial Trade
On August 27, 2024, the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat announced several initiatives aimed at boosting productivity and reducing regulatory barriers. Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board, will establish a working group to examine productivity and inform the government's economic plan. This group will address barriers to
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Ontario to Increase GI Endoscopy Procedures to Reduce Wait Times
The Ontario government has announced plans to reduce wait times for gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy procedures by adding approximately 60,000 procedures annually at community surgical and diagnostic centres across the province. This initiative is part of the 'Your Health' plan aimed at improving access to publicly-funded surgeries and
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Check It Out: End of Summer Party in Cochrane
The Town of Cochrane will host an End of Summer Party on August 30, 2024. The event will take place at the local community center from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Attendees can expect snacks, activities, and socializing opportunities. This event is part of the Outside Adventures program.
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Theriault Blvd. and Jubilee Ave. Construction Update
Construction at the intersection of Theriault Blvd. and Jubilee Ave. is ongoing. Contractors are connecting existing watermain infrastructure to the new Golden Manor build, conducting pressure testing, and completing road reconstruction. Theriault Blvd. is set to reopen on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, but will be reduced to one lane in
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Animated Short on Cree Heart Health Premieres at Toronto Film Festival
An animated short film focusing on heart health and access to remote care in Cree communities has been accepted into the Toronto Shorts International Film Festival. The film was developed through a collaboration between the University Health Network (UHN), Transform HF, and the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA). Contributors to
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Weather report for Aug 27, 2024
Good morning, Northeast Ontario! Here’s your weather forecast for Tuesday, August 27, 2024, along with a glimpse of what to expect later in the week and into the weekend. Today’s Weather * Tuesday: Sunny. High of 25°C. * Tonight: Clear skies. Low of 14°C. Looking Ahead * Wednesday: Sunny.
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Hydrant Flushing and Flow Testing in Schumacher on August 27
The City of Timmins Environmental Services Department has announced that hydrant flushing and flow testing will take place on August 27, 2024. This activity may cause temporary water service disruptions in the Goldcentre Area of Schumacher from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Residents and businesses in the affected
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Smooth Rock Falls Public Pool Closed for 2024 Season
The public pool in Smooth Rock Falls will be closed for the 2024 season. The town has announced that the Splash Pad will remain open until September 15th, operating from 9 am to 9 pm. Additionally, road blockades related to the Splash Pad will be removed on September 15th.
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Smooth Rock Falls Reschedules Waste and Recycling Pickup
The Town of Smooth Rock Falls has announced that the waste and recycling pickup scheduled for Tuesday has been postponed to Friday, August 30, 2024. This change is due to the garbage truck being under repair. The town has confirmed that Wednesday's scheduled pickup will not be affected.