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A 31-year-old man was arrested in Timmins following an incident that led to a traffic advisory on Thursday afternoon, according to a statement from Timmins Police. The police reported that officers responded to the incident, which temporarily affected local traffic. Specific details regarding the nature of the incident, including the
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The Municipality of Clarington has announced it will conduct a property standards blitz during May. According to the Municipality, the blitz is intended to review properties for compliance with local by-laws throughout the month. Municipal officials stated that properties not following these by-laws may face enforcement actions. The Municipality has
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Premier Doug Ford issued a statement on March 31 to recognize Easter. In his message, Ford extended greetings to people in Ontario who observe the holiday. Ford said, "Easter is a time to reflect on hope, renewal and the promise of brighter days ahead." He offered well-wishes to
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Good morning, North! Today across Northeast Ontario, expect a mix of sun and clouds with daytime highs reaching 7°C in Timmins, 6°C in Kapuskasing, and up to 8°C near Kirkland Lake. Light winds will keep things feeling a bit brisk but not uncomfortable. If you're
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The City of Timmins has announced that the Timmins Comedy Festival is scheduled to take place from February 27 to March 1, 2025. According to the city’s official announcement, the festival will include performances by both local and national comedic acts. Additional details about the event have not been
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Clouds are sticking around across much of the Northeast today, from Timmins to Kapuskasing and over to Hearst. Temperatures will hover around 5°C for most communities, with a stiff wind making it feel a bit cooler, especially along exposed roads and open areas. Scattered showers are expected through the
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has recalled certain Sweet Cream brand and D’Effe.t brand frozen pastries due to possible Salmonella contamination. The recall was issued on June 3, 2024. According to the CFIA, the affected products include: * Sweet Cream brand Cannoli, UPC 6 28504 52104 3, best
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Expect a cloudy and damp start to Sunday across Northeast Ontario this morning, with patchy showers possible through mid-afternoon. Rain eases later, giving way to clearing skies by evening. Temperatures will be cool, hovering near 7°C through much of the day before dipping to a chilly 2°C overnight.
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has stated that rumours about Vegemite being banned in Canada are incorrect. According to the CFIA, Vegemite is not banned and remains permitted for sale and importation. The agency issued this clarification in response to recent misinformation about the product’s status.
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The Ontario government has announced a Critical Minerals Strategy intended to expand economic activity and mining in the province. The strategy was launched in Toronto and is focused on minerals such as nickel, cobalt, and lithium. According to the government, the initiative targets support for mineral exploration, mining, and the
Weekly Digest
Easter Weekend Closure for Black River-Matheson Township Office Date: 2025-04-14 The Township of Black River-Matheson has officially announced the closure of its Township Office over the Easter weekend. The office will remain closed on Friday, April 18, 2025, and Monday, April 21, 2025, in line with Easter holiday observance. Community
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Residents across Northeast Ontario can expect a mix of sun and cloud on Saturday, with daytime highs warming to the mid-teens. Timmins and Kapuskasing will see temperatures reaching 15°C this afternoon with a gentle southwest breeze making for comfortable spring weather. There’s a low risk of isolated showers