The Municipality of Clarington announced that flags at municipal buildings in Bowmanville, Courtice, Newcastle, and Orono will be flown at half-mast on April 28, 2025. This action is to mark the National Day of Mourning, according to the municipality's statement.
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.
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
With spring temperatures rising, increased melting of ice and snow is resulting in water runoff in many northern Ontario communities. The Municipality has advised residents to check for drainage issues around their homes during this period. According to the Municipality, residents should inspect catch basins, gutters, and other drainage pathways
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