Cochrane Observer has coverage of Cochrane, Ontario's town council, local affairs, and community events.
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The Town of Cochrane announced on May 15, 2025, that residents can now recycle lithium batteries at a drop-off location in the Public Works lobby at 92 Second Street. The new drop-off allows residents to bring lithium batteries to a central location. According to the Town, residents are asked to
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The Corporation of the Town of Cochrane announced that waste collection normally scheduled for Victoria Day, Monday, May 19, 2025, will take place on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. This affects residents with waste pickup planned for the statutory holiday. The change was communicated by the Town of Cochrane through its
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The Town of Cochrane has announced a job opening for a summer student to work as a Teacher's Aid at the Cochrane Child Care Centre. Applications for the position are due by Friday, May 30, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. This job posting is relevant to local
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The Town of Cochrane has announced a planned water service interruption and road closure on Elm Street, between Maple Avenue and Oak Drive. The interruption is scheduled for Thursday, June 13, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. According to the municipal notice, this disruption is
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The Clarington Public Library, Museums, and Archives has posted a job opening for the position of Library Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer. According to the official announcement, this position involves providing administrative support to the CEO, with responsibilities such as managing communications, scheduling appointments, preparing documents, maintaining records, and
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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.