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The City of Timmins has announced a planned water main valve replacement in the Gold Centre Area of Schumacher, scheduled for November 25, 2024. The work will take place from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and is expected to cause temporary disruptions in water service. Affected streets include:
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The City of Timmins has announced changes to the distribution of Planning Act notices due to a Canada Post service disruption. For the duration of the postal strike, notices for various planning applications will be published in the Timmins Daily Press and online on the city's official website.
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Starting January 1, 2025, Cochrane will implement changes to its residential recycling program. The responsibility for managing recyclable materials will shift to producers, aligning with Ontario's broader recycling strategy. Key points for residents include: * Collection Schedule: There will be no changes to the current recycling pick-up dates. * Service
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A public meeting will be held by the Town of Cochrane to discuss the proposed Growth Community Improvement Plan (CIP). This meeting is scheduled for December 10, 2024, at 5:00 PM and will take place at the Council Chambers in Town Hall, located at 171 Fourth Avenue, Cochrane. The
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The Government of Canada has announced measures aimed at supporting businesses and entrepreneurs in southern Ontario. The Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario is involved in providing these supports. The initiative is intended to help local businesses increase their competitiveness and explore new growth opportunities. The government claims that
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The Ontario government has announced plans to return over $2.5 billion to workers and businesses through various financial measures. This includes rebates from the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) surpluses and reductions in business premium rates. Key measures include: * WSIB Rebates: The government will return $2 billion in
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In October 2024, the Industrial Product Price Index (IPPI) in Canada increased by 1.2% compared to the previous month. This index, which excludes energy and petroleum products, saw a monthly rise of 0.9%. The Raw Materials Price Index (RMPI) also experienced an increase, rising by 3.8% from
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In September 2024, the number of Canadians receiving regular Employment Insurance (EI) benefits decreased by 9,600, representing a 1.9% decline from the previous month. This follows a period of stability in August. The trend from April to July 2024 had shown an increase in EI recipients.
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Northeast Ontario, here's what you can expect for today's weather and into the weekend: Today's Weather: * Friday: Expect cloudy skies with a 30% chance of showers. As the evening progresses, this increases to a 70% chance of showers. Winds will start from the north
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The Timmins Rock will face off against the Blind River Beavers in an upcoming hockey match. This event is scheduled to take place at the McIntyre Arena located at 85 McIntyre Road, Timmins, Ontario. The game is part of the regular season schedule for the Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League
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The Canadian government has announced a temporary tax relief measure affecting Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) on certain items. This initiative is set to take place from December 14, 2024, to February 15, 2025. During this period, GST/HST will be removed from holiday essentials,
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The Timmins Police Service has issued a request for public assistance in locating a missing individual identified as Nevaeh S. The report indicates that Nevaeh has been reported missing, and the police are seeking any information that could help in locating her. The authorities have not provided specific details regarding