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Buzzfest Scheduled at Northern College Apiary in South Porcupine

Justin Barber

Apr 24, 2025

An event called Buzzfest will be held at the Northern College Apiary in South Porcupine on Saturday, May 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

According to the event organizers, Buzzfest will include hive tours, demonstrations about bees, and a chance for attendees to observe beekeeping practices. Local honey will be available for purchase, and displays will provide information on pollinators.

Buzzfest is organized in connection with World Bee Day, which the organizers state is intended to raise awareness about bees and other pollinators.

The event is open to the public.

Provincial Funding Announced for Robb Township Landfill Upgrades

The Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks announced on May 1, 2025, that provincial funding will be provided for upgrades and environmental monitoring at the Robb Township landfill. According to the Ministry, this funding is aimed at supporting improvements to the landfill site and continued oversight of its operations.

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The Evelyn Township Public Works Department has released an update regarding activities at the Evelyn Landfill as of May 1, 2025. The department reports that environmental monitoring is ongoing at the site, including regular sampling of groundwater and surface water. According to the Public Works Department, the monitoring is conducted

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Weather report for May 01, 2025

Cloudy skies across Northeastern Ontario today, including Timmins, Kapuskasing, Hearst, and Iroquois Falls, with rain showers starting in the afternoon. Temperatures will range from 8°C early in the day to highs near 16°C by late afternoon, cooling off down to 5°C overnight. Winds will be moderate from

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Provincial Funding Announced for Robb Township Landfill Upgrades

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Municipality Issues Advisory on Spring Water Runoff and Drainage

Weather report for May 01, 2025