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His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Harry DeWolf departed from Halifax, Nova Scotia, on January 26 for a six-week deployment. The mission, known as Operation CARIBBE, involves counter-narcotics operations in the Caribbean Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean. The ship will work alongside the United States Coast Guard
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The City of Timmins will receive $9 million from the Ontario government’s Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund to support the expansion of the Melrose Heights subdivision. This funding will facilitate the creation of approximately 257 residential lots. The project is planned in two phases, beginning with the installation of
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Welcome to your Wednesday morning weather update for the Northeast of Ontario. Today in Timmins and surrounding areas, you can expect flurries ending this morning alongside a mix of sun and cloud. The northwest wind, initially at 20 km/h, will calm down later in the afternoon. The highs will
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The Royal Canadian Navy has reported the death of Petty Officer, 2nd Class Gregory Applin following an incident in Halifax on January 24, 2025. The incident occurred during small boat operations in the Bedford Basin while Applin was serving aboard His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Montréal. Gregory Applin, who
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The Timmins Rock will compete against the Sudbury Cubs in an upcoming hockey match at the McIntyre Arena in Timmins, Ontario. This game is a part of the local hockey schedule and holds significance for the community, showcasing the region's enthusiasm for the sport. Scheduled to take place
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The Ontario government has announced an investment of $1.8 billion to enhance access to primary care across the province. This funding aims to connect two million more residents to a publicly funded family doctor or primary care team within four years. The investment includes $1.4 billion in new
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The TMHA Rep League Hockey Tournament for U7 and U9 teams will take place from January 31 to February 2, 2025, in Timmins. This event is organized by the Timmins Minor Hockey Association and will feature young athletes demonstrating their hockey skills. The tournament provides an opportunity for participants to
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Moosonee Town Council Approves Airport Contract, Receives Policing Update The Moosonee Town Council met on January 23, 2025. Council members approved the awarding of a contract for phase one of airfield electrical rehabilitation at the Moosonee Airport. According to the official minutes, Tisdale Mechanical Contracting Ltd. received the contract for
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A special council meeting has been announced by the Township of Black River-Matheson. The meeting is set for Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. It will take place at 171 Fourth Avenue, Cochrane, Ontario, in the Council Chambers. This meeting is organized under section 9 of
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The City of Timmins will begin accepting applications for the Community Improvement Plan (CIP) grants, including the Safety Improvement Grant, starting at 9:00 a.m. on February 5, 2025. The CIP is designed to support the enhancement, reuse, and restoration of land, buildings, and infrastructure through municipal incentive programs.
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The Ontario government has announced a $1.3 billion investment aimed at constructing 30 new schools and expanding 15 existing ones throughout the province. This initiative is projected to create over 25,000 new student spaces and more than 1,600 new licensed child care spaces. The projects have been
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The Timmins Police Service is requesting assistance from the public in locating a missing person named April. She has been reported missing, and the police are seeking any information that could aid in finding her. Details about April's disappearance have not been disclosed, but the police urge anyone