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Recycling Collection Delayed in Northeast Ontario Due to Weather

Justin Barber

Mar 5, 2025

In Northeast Ontario, recycling collection services scheduled for Wednesday have been delayed according to GFL. The delay, initially set for Wednesday, is now moved to Thursday, March 6, 2025, due to adverse weather conditions affecting the area.

GFL, the organization responsible for the collection, stated that the weather is the primary reason for the change in the collection schedule. Residents are advised to adjust their plans accordingly in anticipation of the revised collection date.

Two Impaired Drivers Arrested by Timmins Police

The Timmins Police Service reported the arrest of two impaired drivers on March 21, 2025. The first arrest was initiated after a concerned citizen alerted authorities about a potential impaired driver. Officers from the Traffic Section located the vehicle and detained the driver for Operation While Impaired by Drugs. Further

Local Planning Board Reviews New Senior Living Units Proposal

Proposal for Additional Senior Living Units in Local Community A proposal has been submitted to the local planning board for the construction of 28 new independent senior living units at 500 Twelfth Avenue North. According to the planning documentation, this proposal outlines an expansion on the site, which would result

Timmins Revises Snow Removal Schedule Due to Equipment Issues

The City of Timmins Public Works has informed residents of a change in the snow removal schedule for specific areas within the city for the week of March 22, 2025. The changes affect South Porcupine, notably Bloor, Shamrock, and Dome streets, where snow removal services will be postponed due to

Smooth Rock Falls Sets 2025 Budget at $4.7 Million

The Town of Smooth Rock Falls has released its 2025 budget, setting total expenditures at $4.7 million. This includes a 10% increase in the municipal tax rate and a 3% increase in water and sewer rates. These adjustments will see taxes contributing 65% to the town's revenue.

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Two Impaired Drivers Arrested by Timmins Police

Local Planning Board Reviews New Senior Living Units Proposal

Timmins Revises Snow Removal Schedule Due to Equipment Issues

Smooth Rock Falls Sets 2025 Budget at $4.7 Million