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The Government of Canada announced its new National Cyber Security Strategy (NCSS) on February 6, 2025. The strategy includes two guiding principles: Whole-of-society engagement and Agile leadership. These principles aim to involve various stakeholders such as different levels of government, law enforcement, Indigenous communities, the private sector, academia, and civil
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The Canadian government announced the release of the 'Sensitive Technology List' (STL) aimed at enhancing national security measures. The announcement was made by Minister of Public Safety, David McGuinty. According to government officials, the STL is designed to outline and protect sensitive technologies potentially susceptible to foreign exploitation.
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The Public Works department of Timmins has announced changes to its snow removal operations scheduled for the week of February 1 to February 7, 2025. These modifications are due to a recent plowing event, impacting when and where snow will be cleared during this period. Residents in Timmins are advised
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The Timmins Police Service has announced a scheduled road closure on Riverside Drive between Shirley Street and Clifford Street. This is set to occur on February 6, 2025, and will last from 1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. The closure is necessary to allow Hydro crews to
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Periods of snow are expected throughout today, with an accumulation of 2 to 4 cm. Winds will begin from the northwest at 20 km/h, becoming light after midnight. The high will be around minus 6, dropping to a low of minus 13 by night. The wind chill will feel
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Key Decisions from the Smooth Rock Falls Council Meeting on February 3, 2025 The recent council meeting in Smooth Rock Falls took place on February 3, 2025, at Town Hall, beginning at 6:30 pm. The council members resolved to request the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing to conduct
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Today in Northeast Ontario, expect a sunny day with a high of minus 6°C. As the night falls, there is a 60% chance of snow with a low dropping to minus 11°C. For Thursday, the weather will remain cloudy with a 60% chance of snow, and temperatures will
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The Cochrane and Suburban Planning Board has announced the cancellation of its meeting initially scheduled for February 12, 2025. This decision stems from there being no applications received for review at this time. Community members interested in the planning process are advised that the subsequent regular meeting is slated to
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Residents in the town of Cochrane and across Northeast Ontario are being warned of a recent scam involving fraudulent text messages. These messages direct recipients to the website ontarioinfractionhub.com, falsely instructing them to pay supposed fines. Local authorities have confirmed that this website is not officially sanctioned by any
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The Committee of Adjustment has announced that the meeting originally scheduled for February 12, 2025, is canceled. This notice is part of the previously adopted 2025 meeting schedule. Residents and interested parties are encouraged to await further updates or potential rescheduling from appropriate officials.
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The City of Timmins is set to hold a public meeting to discuss a zoning by-law amendment on February 26, 2025, starting at 3:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 220 Algonquin Boulevard East, Timmins. This proposed amendment seeks to eliminate the requirement for off-street parking for
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The 53rd Annual Zenon Ziemba Basketball Tournament will be held February 7-8 in Timmins. This event, organized by O'Gorman High School, will feature multiple basketball games at various locations throughout the city. The tournament is recognized by the organizers as a long-standing tradition in the area, providing an