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On March 22, 2024, Councillors Allana Schmidt and Chantal Rondeau released a statement addressing recent absenteeism among council members and its impact on council functionality in Black River-Matheson. The statement follows a press release by Mayor Doug Bender on March 21, 2024. Councillors Schmidt and Rondeau noted that Councillors Dyment,
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The Timmins Police Service has launched the CAMSafe program, a volunteer-based registry of closed circuit, security video, and doorbell cameras. This initiative aims to assist police investigations by allowing officers to verify CCTV availability from their workstations and request footage from registered participants. The program is funded by the Ministry
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The Timmins Public Library is undergoing renovations to create a new makerspace for older teens and young adults. The space will be located inside the Main Library and will feature technology for graphic design, digital art, and multimedia production. The project is funded by the Government of Canada’s Building
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The Township of Black River-Matheson has announced several updates and initiatives. The council has highlighted ongoing efforts and upcoming projects aimed at improving community infrastructure and services. These include road maintenance, water system upgrades, and community events. The township encourages residents to stay informed by subscribing to their news updates.
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On March 20, 2024, Timmins Police responded to a report of shots fired near Sixth Avenue and Cedar Street North in Timmins. Patrol officers quickly arrived and detained two individuals. The Timmins Police Criminal Investigations Section took over the investigation. On the same day, police executed two search warrants related
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On March 20, 2024, the Timmins Police Service responded to a report of gunshots in the area of Sixth Avenue, Timmins. Police located one victim who was treated at the hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. This matter remains under investigation by the Criminal Investigation Division of the Timmins Police Service. Investigators
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The Moosonee City Council held a meeting on March 19, 2024, to discuss various community and infrastructure projects. Key decisions and approvals from the meeting are as follows: * 2024 Budget Approval: The council approved the 2024 budget, which includes allocations for several infrastructure projects and community services. * Water Treatment Plant
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Northern College held its Winter Scholarship, Bursary, and Awards (SBA) Ceremonies at its Timmins, Kirkland Lake, and Haileybury campuses. The college awarded over $950,000 to students. These ceremonies are held three times a year to support students in their studies.
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The Timmins Public Library has released its Year in Review for 2023. The report highlights several key developments and statistics from the past year. The library saw an increase in both physical and digital circulation. Physical circulation rose by 5%, while digital circulation saw a significant increase of 15%. The
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On March 6, 2024, the Timmins Police Service responded to a call regarding an altercation at Mountjoy Street South and Wilson Avenue. Officers encountered a barricaded male at the scene. The Emergency Response Team was deployed. One person was arrested and remains in police custody.
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Timmins-Porcupine Station Transit and Rail Project Assessment Process Project Overview Ontario Northland is reinstating passenger rail service between Toronto (Union Station) and Northeastern Ontario (Timmins), including a new station in the City of Timmins. The new Timmins-Porcupine Station will feature: * Train platform * Station building * Outdoor parking * Pedestrian walkway * Bus bays
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A recent study conducted at Weeneebayko General Hospital has demonstrated the effectiveness of portable magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machines in remote hospitals. The study, co-authored by Dr. Elaine Innes and Dr. Omar Islam of Queen's University, was published in the Journal of Neurology Research Reviews & Reports. Over