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Timmins is preparing for an expected increase in population, employment, and housing over the next 25 years. To address this, the City of Timmins, in collaboration with Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. and J.L. Richards & Associates Ltd., has initiated a Growth Management Study. This study aims to create
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During the St. Patrick's Day weekend, three drivers were arrested in Timmins for impaired driving, as reported by the Timmins Police Service. These arrests occurred during two separate events: two drivers were detained on Friday night as part of a RIDE program, while a third driver was apprehended
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The NOHA Tournament of Champions is scheduled to take place in Timmins this March and April, featuring Northern Ontario hockey teams in intense competition. Teams will compete in the AA and A categories, providing a stage for athletes to showcase their talents. The Northern Ontario Hockey Association (NOHA) notes that
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Beginning Friday, March 21, 2025, roads in Timmins will be subject to reduced load restrictions to protect them during the spring thaw. The City of Timmins has announced that these restrictions, governed by By-law 2006-6275, will affect specific highways and streets. The restrictions are intended to preserve road
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The City of Timmins has announced a sanitary sewer overflow that occurred at Station 2, situated at 57 Evans. The overflow event began on March 15, 2025, at 4:48 PM and ended at 11:05 PM the same evening. The total volume of the overflow was reported to be
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A watermain repair is underway on William Avenue in Timmins, stretching from Moore to Main Streets. Initiated by the City of Timmins' Environmental Services Department, the repair began on March 16, 2025, and is causing temporary water pressure drops and discoloured water in the vicinity. These conditions are expected
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The Timmins Police Service reported the arrest of a suspect involved in a robbery that took place on March 14, 2025. The robbery occurred in the 500 block of Algonquin Boulevard East, and the suspect was apprehended shortly thereafter in a nearby parking area. The victim described being threatened with
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From January 28 to February 23, 2025, the Timmins Police Service conducted a warrant initiative focused on executing outstanding arrest warrants. This operation, integrated into regular patrol duties, involved coordination with the Crown Attorney's office to first prioritize cases deemed high priority before addressing other warrants. The initiative
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The Town of Cochrane reports ongoing issues with spring ice melt, resulting in significant water runoff affecting local roadways such as 4th Avenue. Crews are actively involved in addressing these challenges. According to a notice from the town, the situation is exacerbated by a larger-than-usual snowpack and frozen
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The Public Works Department has announced that both night-time and daytime snow removal operations will take place in Timmins from March 15 to March 21, 2025. Nightly operations are scheduled from March 16 to March 20, beginning at 9:00 pm and concluding at 7:00 am, and will
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A Special Council meeting is set for Monday, March 17, 2025, taking place at 5:00 p.m. The location for the meeting is the Council Chambers at 171 Fourth Avenue, Cochrane, Ontario. The meeting will be accessible both in-person and online for attendees. It is organized pursuant to
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Recent data from the Ontario public health authorities report a significant increase in measles cases within the province. Dr. Kieran Moore, Chief Medical Officer of Health, revealed that 173 new cases have been identified, bringing the total number to 350 since the beginning of 2024. The current situation has resulted