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Boil Water Advisory in Matheson Limited to One Private Property

Justin Barber

Aug 29, 2025

A boil water advisory posted in Matheson on August 29, 2025, affects only one private property, according to a public notice from the Township of Black River-Matheson. The notice, dated August 28, 2025, clarifies that the advisory is not related to the municipal water system.

The township’s announcement means the rest of the Matheson community is not impacted by this advisory. The notice advises residents to contact township authorities with any questions concerning public health or water safety.

Laurentian University to Establish Northern Housing Innovation Institute with $450,000 Federal Funding

Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, announced on August 28 that the Government of Canada, through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor), will provide $450,000 to Laurentian University to establish the Institute for Northern Housing Innovation at the McEwen School of Architecture in Sudbury. According

Timmins Fined $45,000 for Violations at Sewage Treatment Plant

The City of Timmins was convicted on March 13, 2025, of multiple violations under the Ontario Water Resources Act and the Environmental Protection Act, and fined $45,000, plus a victim fine surcharge of $11,250. According to the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, the city has

Smooth Rock Falls Town Hall Closed September 1 for Labour Day Weekend

Town Hall in Smooth Rock Falls will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025, according to the Corporation of the Town of Smooth Rock Falls. The closure is in observance of the Labour Day long weekend. The information is relevant for residents who may require municipal services, as services will

Cochrane and Suburban Planning Board Seeks Applicants for Rural and Urban Positions

The Cochrane and Suburban Planning Board is inviting applications from local residents to fill two positions, according to an announcement by the Corporation of the Town of Cochrane on August 21, 2025. One position is designated for a representative of the Rural Area, which includes the former Townships of Glackmeyer

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Laurentian University to Establish Northern Housing Innovation Institute with $450,000 Federal Funding

Timmins Fined $45,000 for Violations at Sewage Treatment Plant

Smooth Rock Falls Town Hall Closed September 1 for Labour Day Weekend

Cochrane and Suburban Planning Board Seeks Applicants for Rural and Urban Positions