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Smooth Rock Falls Offers Free Automotive Hazardous Waste Collection on August 29

Justin Barber

Aug 27, 2025

According to the Town of Smooth Rock Falls, a mobile automotive hazardous waste collection will be held on Friday, August 29, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Public Works Garage at 142 First Avenue in Smooth Rock Falls.

The Town reports that all residents may drop off oil filters, antifreeze, and empty oil containers free of charge during the event.

The Town states that the event is sponsored by Automotive Materials Stewardship.

Timmins Fined $45,000 for Violations at Sewage Treatment Plant

The City of Timmins was convicted on March 13, 2025, of multiple violations under the Ontario Water Resources Act and the Environmental Protection Act, and fined $45,000, plus a victim fine surcharge of $11,250. According to the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, the city has

Smooth Rock Falls Town Hall Closed September 1 for Labour Day Weekend

Town Hall in Smooth Rock Falls will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025, according to the Corporation of the Town of Smooth Rock Falls. The closure is in observance of the Labour Day long weekend. The information is relevant for residents who may require municipal services, as services will

Cochrane and Suburban Planning Board Seeks Applicants for Rural and Urban Positions

The Cochrane and Suburban Planning Board is inviting applications from local residents to fill two positions, according to an announcement by the Corporation of the Town of Cochrane on August 21, 2025. One position is designated for a representative of the Rural Area, which includes the former Townships of Glackmeyer

Public Hearing Scheduled for Proposed Boundary Adjustment at 451 Eighth Street in Cochrane

A public hearing for Application B2025-08 is scheduled for Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at Town Hall, 171 Fourth Avenue in Cochrane, according to a notice from the Cochrane and Suburban Planning Board. The application, submitted by CGV Developments, proposes a boundary adjustment for the property

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Timmins Fined $45,000 for Violations at Sewage Treatment Plant

Smooth Rock Falls Town Hall Closed September 1 for Labour Day Weekend

Cochrane and Suburban Planning Board Seeks Applicants for Rural and Urban Positions

Public Hearing Scheduled for Proposed Boundary Adjustment at 451 Eighth Street in Cochrane