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Smooth Rock Falls schedules planning board and council meeting for June 1

Justin Barber

May 29, 2026

Smooth Rock Falls council and the town’s planning board are scheduled to meet Monday, June 1, 2026, at 6 p.m. at Town Hall.

The meeting is one of the few regular ways residents can follow local decisions and planning matters that may affect the community.

The Town of Smooth Rock Falls said a virtual attendance option will also be available through Zoom.

Agendas for council meetings are posted on the town’s council meeting portal once they are published.

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Timmins says Golden Manor long-term care rebuild is nearing 90% complete, with move-in anticipated this fall

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Timmins says bulk item collection still underway May 27 in South Porcupine, Porcupine and nearby neighbourhoods

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