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Planned maintenance will occur at the Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant starting September 3, 2024. The maintenance involves draining, cleaning, and refilling the chlorine contact tank. This work aims to remove solids from the bottom of the tank and address algae and moss growth on the tank walls. During this
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Starting September 1, 2024, new firearms licensing requirements will be implemented in Canada. These changes will mandate that individuals possess a valid firearms license to acquire firearm barrels and handgun slides. The valid licenses include a Possession and Acquisition License or a confirmed Non-Resident Firearms Declaration form for non-residents. Only
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The Committee of Adjustment for the Town of Cochrane has approved a minor variance application for the property located at 1141 Concession 2&3, Glackmeyer Township. The decision permits the addition of an Additional Residential Unit (ARU) within a detached accessory building on the property. This approval is contingent
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The Ontario government has announced new measures to be implemented in schools starting September 1, 2024. These measures include restrictions on cellphone use and a ban on vaping in schools. The government is allocating $47.5 million to support these initiatives, which aim to reduce distractions and promote healthier decision-making
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In June 2024, payroll employment in Canada decreased by 47,300 jobs, a 0.3% decline from the previous month. This decrease follows five consecutive months of increases from January to May, which saw a cumulative gain of 147,600 jobs, or 0.8%. Year-over-year, payroll employment increased by 110,
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For today, Friday, August 30, 2024, and the upcoming days, the weather in the Northeast of Ontario (NEOn) region is as follows: Friday: * Day: Cloudy with a high of 22°C. 30% chance of showers. * Night: Cloudy, low 8°C. Saturday: * Day: Cloudy with a 60% chance of showers and
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The Committee of Adjustment for the Town of Cochrane has approved a minor variance application for the property located at 151 Silver Queen Lake Road North. The application, submitted by T. Watt, sought permission to reduce the front yard depth setback, the interior side yard width setback, and the minimum
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The City of Timmins will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 220 Algonquin Boulevard East. The purpose of the meeting is to gather public input on proposed amendments to the Community Improvement Project Area and the Downtown
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The Committee of Adjustment for the Town of Cochrane has approved a minor variance application submitted by J. Genier for the property located at 885 HWY 652 in Glackmeyer Township. The application was reviewed under Section 45 of the Planning Act of Ontario. The decision allows for the construction of
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The Timmins Public Library will host an author talk featuring Rod Carley on Wednesday, September 25 at 6 p.m. Carley will discuss his new novel, RUFF, as part of his Northern Ontario tour. The event will include a reading from his new book, a Q&A session, and
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The Town of Smooth Rock Falls has announced intermittent road closures on Fourth and Fifth Street on August 29th, 2024. The closures will occur between 7 am and 9 am, affecting the stretch from Main Street to the Bypass.
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Thursday, August 29, 2024 - Northeast Ontario Weather Report Expect a sunny day today across the Northeast, with highs reaching up to 22°C. Morning fog patches will dissipate as the day progresses. It's a good day to enjoy the sun, but don't forget sunscreen as