Cochrane Observer has coverage of Cochrane, Ontario's town council, local affairs, and community events.
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The City of Timmins has announced that Cree Road has reopened to traffic. The section of Cree Road between Lafleur Drive and Jaguar Drive was previously closed to allow for a watermain repair, according to a notice from the city. The work has now been completed, and the road is
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The Committee of Adjustment has issued notice of a public hearing regarding Minor Variance Application No. A01-2025 for 45 Prince Street, Bowmanville. According to the official notice, the property's owner has applied under Section 45 of the Planning Act for relief from certain provisions of Zoning By-law 84-63.
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The Cochrane and Suburban Planning Board has scheduled a public hearing to consider an application for consent related to 210 Fourth Avenue in Cochrane. The hearing will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, in the Council Chambers at Town Hall, 171 Fourth Avenue, according
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The Municipality of Clarington has issued a notice that it is accepting tenders for the purchase of certain lands. According to the municipal notice, tenders must be submitted by 3:00 p.m. local time on August 21, 2024, at the Municipal Administration Centre located at 40 Temperance Street in
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With spring temperatures rising, increased melting of ice and snow is resulting in water runoff in many northern Ontario communities. The Municipality has advised residents to check for drainage issues around their homes during this period. According to the Municipality, residents should inspect catch basins, gutters, and other drainage pathways
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The Municipality of Clarington has reported receiving a complete application to amend Zoning By-law 968-2013 under Section 34 of the Planning Act. The application concerns 135 King Street East in Bowmanville and proposes the development of four townhouse units at this property. Municipal officials have scheduled a public meeting to
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The organizing committee for Cochrane’s Sportsmen’s and Trade Show has announced the event's return for 2023. According to the committee, the event is scheduled to take place in Cochrane, with further details regarding dates, location, and the list of activities to be released in future updates.
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The Cochrane Sportsmen’s and Tradeshow is scheduled for March 23 and 24 at the Cochrane RancheHouse, according to municipal event listings. Organizers report that the event will host exhibitors with a focus on outdoor recreation, hunting, fishing, and local trades. Additional details about the schedule or participants have not
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The Council of the Municipality of Clarington has passed By-law 2024-028, according to an official notice from the municipality. This by-law, which amends Zoning By-law 968-2013, was adopted on March 25, 2024, under the authority of Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O., 1990, as amended. The municipality
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The Town of Cochrane has announced that its municipal office will be closed from Friday, March 29 through Monday, April 1 due to the Easter holiday. The closure affects all administrative services normally provided at the municipal office. According to the notice, regular office operations are scheduled to resume on
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A Special Council meeting is scheduled to take place in Cochrane on April 15, 2025. The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. at 171 Fourth Avenue, Cochrane, Ontario, in the Council Chambers. Participants can attend either in-person or via an online platform. These details are provided by the
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A Special Council meeting is scheduled to take place on Thursday, April 14, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. This meeting, announced in accordance with section 9 of procedural by-law 1526-2022, will be held at the Council Chambers located at 171 Fourth Avenue, Cochrane, Ontario. Participants have the option to