The City of Timmins was convicted on March 13, 2025, of multiple violations under the Ontario Water Resources Act and the Environmental Protection Act, and fined $45,000, plus a victim fine surcharge of $11,250. According to the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, the city has
Town Hall in Smooth Rock Falls will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025, according to the Corporation of the Town of Smooth Rock Falls. The closure is in observance of the Labour Day long weekend. The information is relevant for residents who may require municipal services, as services will
The Cochrane and Suburban Planning Board is inviting applications from local residents to fill two positions, according to an announcement by the Corporation of the Town of Cochrane on August 21, 2025. One position is designated for a representative of the Rural Area, which includes the former Townships of Glackmeyer
A public hearing for Application B2025-08 is scheduled for Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 171 Fourth Avenue in Cochrane, according to a notice from the Cochrane and Suburban Planning Board. The application, submitted by CGV Developments, proposes a boundary adjustment for the property
A boil water advisory was issued on August 25, 2025, for residents at 482 Seventh Ave who are served by the Matheson Drinking Water System. The notice requests that all tap water used for drinking, cooking, washing food, making ice, or brushing teeth be boiled before use. This advisory is
The Timmins Rock are hosting a Canadian Hockey League exhibition game at McIntyre Arena in Timmins on Tuesday, September 3, 2025, according to Tourism Timmins. The match is scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m. and will feature the Sudbury Wolves of the Ontario Hockey League and the Huskies
According to the Town of Smooth Rock Falls, a mobile automotive hazardous waste collection will be held on Friday, August 29, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Public Works Garage at 142 First Avenue in Smooth Rock Falls. The Town reports that all
TC Energy is scheduled to perform pipeline maintenance near Smooth Rock Falls from September 4 to 7, 2025, each day between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., according to a notice from the Town of Smooth Rock Falls. The notice advises residents that a loud roaring sound
CGV Developments has submitted application B2025-09 to the Cochrane and Suburban Planning Board seeking consent to sever a portion of land in Cochrane. A public hearing on the application is scheduled for Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 171 Fourth Avenue in Cochrane. According
Smooth Rock Falls Town Council met on August 18, 2025, approving appointments, awarding a contract for an official plan review, and considering issues related to local by-laws, recreation facilities, and public infrastructure. These council decisions affect issues such as committee membership, updates to municipal planning, progress on local recreational amenities,
The Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) announced on August 25 the launch of an Indigenous Harm Reduction program in response to the toxic drug supply crisis and increasing opioid poisonings in Indigenous communities in northeastern Ontario. WAHA has stated the program is intended to address what it identifies as a
The Northern College Cup cricket tournament is scheduled to take place at Fernand Tremblay Park in Timmins on August 30 and 31, according to information provided by Tourism Timmins. This event is listed as the third tournament of the season for the Timmins Tigers Cricket Club and will bring together
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A recall has been issued for Habibi brand Pistachio Kernel in 10 kg packages due to possible Salmonella contamination, according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). The product, distributed in Quebec, carries the UPC 70847446000626 and lot code 344.24IR41 B.B JAN 2027. The recall was announced on
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A recall of Daesang brand Gochujang (Spicy Red Pepper Paste) has been issued for Ontario, Manitoba, and Quebec due to undeclared wheat, according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). The recall was announced by the CFIA on August 21, 2025, following a consumer complaint and one reported reaction linked
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has recalled several pistachio-containing sweets sold in Ontario and British Columbia due to possible Salmonella contamination. The products were sold at Alkadour Sweets and Mr. Kaak in Ottawa, and at Kamo Bakery in Vancouver. The CFIA stated the recall is linked to an ongoing
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Road work is scheduled to begin on Val Gagne Road between Highway 11 and Principal Street in Black River-Matheson on Monday, August 25, according to a public notice issued by the Township on August 22, 2025. The notice states that the construction is expected to continue through the week of
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Residents on 3rd Avenue in Cochrane, between 3rd Street and 5th Street, will face temporary driveway access restrictions due to concrete curb and gutter replacement, according to a notice issued by the Town of Cochrane. The work is scheduled to take place from Monday, August 18, 2025, to Saturday, August
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The Township of Black River-Matheson has announced that its office in Matheson will be closed on Thursday, August 21, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., according to an official public notice released on August 20. The notice states that a free community barbecue will take place
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Night paving is scheduled to take place at the intersection of Highway 11 and 4th Street in Matheson beginning at 9:00 p.m. on Monday, August 25, 2025, and continuing through to 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, according to a public notice issued by the
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Dr. Harry Mikael Voogjarv, Regional Supervising Coroner for the North Region, Sudbury Office, announced that an inquest into the death of Mark Paul Joseph Beskorowany will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, September 15, 2025. The coroner’s office named Bonnie Goldberg as the presiding officer and Alessandra
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The Timmins Police Service is investigating a weapons-related incident reported on August 16, 2025. According to police, part of the incident took place in the west end of Timmins along Riverside Drive, between Norman Street and Shirley Street, between 9:45 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Police have
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The Town of Cochrane has announced its intent to close several unopened road allowances and laneways and to declare this land as surplus municipal property. Council will consider a by-law regarding this matter at its regular meeting on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall,
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The Town of Cochrane announced on August 28, 2025, its intent to close a portion of shoreline road allowance along Dora Lake and sell adjoining municipal land identified as surplus. The land in question is adjacent to 584 Dora Lake Road and is approximately 0.65 hectares (1.60 acres)
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The Town of Cochrane will lower all municipal flags to half-mast, following a fatal ATV accident on Highway 11 in Moonbeam. Mayor Peter Politis announced on August 18 that the decision honours young residents of Moonbeam and Kapuskasing who died in the accident. The announcement shared condolences to the families