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A Special Council meeting is scheduled to take place in Cochrane, Ontario. The meeting will occur on Thursday, December 19th, 2024, at 6 p.m. and will be held in the Council Chambers located at 171 Fourth Avenue, Cochrane, Ontario. This meeting has been called under section 9 of the
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The Ontario government is set to invest over $75 million in the rehabilitation of 10 dams across the province. This initiative aims to extend the lifespan of these structures, ensuring the safety and functionality of the dams for up to 100 years. The construction projects are scheduled to occur over
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The Ontario government has released the list of the most popular baby names for 2023, with Olivia and Noah leading the rankings. Olivia has been the top choice for baby girls for the 15th year in a row, while Noah has emerged as the most popular name for baby boys.
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The Mayor and Council of Cochrane have issued a holiday greeting to the community. The message, shared by Mayor Peter Politis, focuses on themes of joy, reflection, and togetherness as the festive season approaches. Residents are encouraged to celebrate with loved ones and participate in community traditions. Mayor Politis expressed
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Residents of Smooth Rock Falls are informed that the waste and recycling collection scheduled for December 18th has been postponed. This change is due to a mechanical issue with the collection truck, as announced by the Corporation of the Town of Smooth Rock Falls. The collection is now rescheduled for
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The Town of Cochrane has released the schedule for municipal facility closures during the upcoming Christmas and New Year holidays. Residents should be aware of these changes to plan their activities accordingly. The Municipal Office will close at 12:00 noon on December 24, 2024, and will remain closed until
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A parking lot located next to 132 Church Street in Bowmanville will be closed temporarily during specific hours over two days. According to the local municipal authority, the closure will take place from 11 p.m. on December 3 to 3 p.m. on December 4, and again from 11
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The Canadian government has unveiled a new initiative aimed at enhancing border security and refining the immigration system, with a financial commitment of $1.3 billion. This announcement was made by the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Finance and Intergovernmental Affairs, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and
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The Ontario government has approved Hydro One to construct a new transmission line to address the increasing energy demands in Timmins and support the growth of manufacturing and mining sectors in Northeastern Ontario. This infrastructure project involves a transmission line approximately 260 kilometers long, connecting the Wawa Transformer Station to
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The Town Council of Smooth Rock Falls convened on December 16th, 2024, to discuss and decide on several community matters. A notable presentation was made by Mr. Jason Elliott, who proposed changes to the regulations concerning the sale of municipally owned vacant lots. The council is currently reviewing this proposal
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Kingston Charter Services, which handles medical travel booked through the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA), will close Dec. 23, 2024, and reopen Jan. 6, 2025, according to a notice posted on WAHA’s website. The closure affects how some patients in WAHA-served communities may travel for medical appointments over
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Kingston Charter Services has announced a temporary suspension of its operations from December 23, 2024, to January 3, 2025. Services are expected to resume on January 6, 2025. This information was provided by the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority. During the closure period, the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program will