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The Town of Smooth Rock Falls has announced that its annual spring clean-up will take place over several dates in June 2025, with curbside collection scheduled by area. According to town information, collection will take place east of Ross Road on June 2 and 3, west of Ross Road on
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Hellman's brand Classic Burger Sauce in the 325 ml size has been recalled across Canada due to bloating and spoilage, according to a notice issued by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) on May 22, 2025. The recall affects individuals and businesses nationally, as the CFIA has instructed
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The Canadian Coast Guard announced that its Inshore Rescue Boat stations are now open on the Great Lakes, Georgian Bay, and St. Lawrence River for the summer boating season. According to a May 14, 2025, news release, these stations will operate until September 3, 2025. These stations are intended to
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His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) William Hall is scheduled to depart Halifax, Nova Scotia, on May 14, 2025, to join Operation CARIBBE, according to National Defence. Operation CARIBBE is Canada’s contribution to U.S.-led counter-narcotics activities under the Joint Interagency Task Force South. National Defence states that
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Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on May 14, 2025, to support the removal of barriers to trade between the two provinces. The Ontario government states the agreement is meant to make it easier for goods, services, investment, and workers to
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The Timmins Public Library is offering Ontario Parks Day-Use Vehicle Permits for borrowing to adult library cardholders, the library announced. These permits allow vehicle access to more than 100 provincial parks across Ontario for a period of seven days. The lending program is available at both the Timmins Main Branch
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A mild start for communities across the Northeast today, with temperatures hovering in the high single digits this morning and climbing to a comfortable 16°C by afternoon. Winds will be gentle from the northwest around 10–15 km/h, keeping things feeling fresh. Expect plenty of sun through the
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The Department of Finance Canada announced on May 14, 2025, that the federal government plans to reduce the lowest marginal personal income tax rate from 15 per cent to 14 per cent, effective July 1, 2025. According to the department, this change requires legislation and is projected to provide tax
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The Town of Cochrane has announced a job opening for a summer student to work as a Teacher's Aid at the Cochrane Child Care Centre. Applications for the position are due by Friday, May 30, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. This job posting is relevant to local
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Members of the Timmins Police Service responded to a call about a deceased individual in the area of Airport Road on the afternoon of May 14, 2025, according to a statement from the Timmins Police Service. Police said officers arrived at the location, secured the scene, and began an investigation
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The Timmins Public Library announced on May 14, 2025, that it will be closed on Monday, May 19, for Victoria Day. The closure was publicized on the library's official website in both English and French, allowing residents to access the information in either language. No additional information regarding
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Hak brand Boerenkool and Spinazie products were recalled on May 13, 2025, due to possible contamination with pieces of rubber, according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). The recall is specific to products distributed in Nova Scotia and Ontario, as stated by the CFIA. This information is important for