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A mainly sunny morning across Northeast Ontario will give way to increasing cloud cover through the afternoon. Temperatures across the region will reach the low 20s Celsius, with Timmins and Kapuskasing seeing highs around 22°C and only light winds. Further north in Hearst and communities closer to James Bay,
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Daytime street sweeping is scheduled in Timmins from Monday, June 16, to Friday, June 20, between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Yellow no‑parking signs will mark work areas; vehicles parked in those zones will be ticketed and towed. The schedule comes from a June 13
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The Ontario government released its first integrated energy plan, called “Energy for Generations,” on June 12, 2025. According to the province, the plan sets out a 25-year strategy to meet Ontario’s future energy needs by coordinating electricity, natural gas, hydrogen, and other energy sources under a single approach. The
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A controlled blast will take place at the Smooth Rock Falls Quarry on June 12, 2025, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., according to the Corporation of the Town of Smooth Rock Falls. A temporary road closure in the area will last about five minutes during
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The Ontario government announced on June 12, 2025, that it will provide more than $1.4 million to support five agriculture projects in the Clay Belt region of Northern Ontario. The funding will go to farms and organizations in the Timiskaming-Cochrane area, Thornloe, New Liskeard, and Cochrane. According to the
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Chaeban brand Mediterani Mascarpone Fresh Soft Cheese in the 250 g size has been recalled due to the presence of generic E. coli, according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). The affected product has UPC 6 28011 03061 0, a best before date of .25 AU 01, and lot
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The Township of Black River-Matheson has formally proclaimed June 1 to 30, 2025, as Seniors' Month. The proclamation was signed by Mayor Dave Dymett and the township council on June 12, 2025. The proclamation notes that Seniors' Month is an annual province-wide celebration in Ontario, aiming to acknowledge
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Patchy morning fog in spots around Timmins and Kapuskasing will give way to a mix of sun and cloud today across the Northeast. Highs will reach about 19°C, with a light breeze making things feel comfortable. Expect a pleasant evening, dipping down to 8–10°C overnight. UV will
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According to the Timmins Police Service, members of the Traffic Section conducted a focused traffic enforcement initiative in Timmins on Sunday, June 8, 2025. The police reported that this operation resulted in 22 charges being laid under the Highway Traffic Act. The Timmins Police Service stated that the purpose of
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The Town of Kapuskasing announced on June 11 that it has hired TWC Inc. to complete a housing needs assessment. As part of this assessment, a survey about housing in Kapuskasing has been launched. According to the Town of Kapuskasing, feedback collected through the survey will help inform the assessment
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has recalled several types of Rea brand Genoa Salami and Bona brand Genova Salami due to possible Salmonella contamination. The recall was announced on June 10, 2025, and applies to products distributed in Alberta, Manitoba, and Ontario. The CFIA states the recall follows findings
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The Corporation of the Town of Smooth Rock Falls has issued a notice recognizing June as National Indigenous History Month in Canada and June 21 as National Indigenous Peoples Day. According to the notice, these observances provide an opportunity to learn about the cultures, traditions, and experiences of First Nations,