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The Timmins Public Library has released its Year in Review for 2023. The report highlights several key developments and statistics from the past year. The library saw an increase in both physical and digital circulation. Physical circulation rose by 5%, while digital circulation saw a significant increase of 15%. The
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On March 6, 2024, the Timmins Police Service responded to a call regarding an altercation at Mountjoy Street South and Wilson Avenue. Officers encountered a barricaded male at the scene. The Emergency Response Team was deployed. One person was arrested and remains in police custody.
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Timmins-Porcupine Station Transit and Rail Project Assessment Process Project Overview Ontario Northland is reinstating passenger rail service between Toronto (Union Station) and Northeastern Ontario (Timmins), including a new station in the City of Timmins. The new Timmins-Porcupine Station will feature: * Train platform * Station building * Outdoor parking * Pedestrian walkway * Bus bays
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A recent study conducted at Weeneebayko General Hospital has demonstrated the effectiveness of portable magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machines in remote hospitals. The study, co-authored by Dr. Elaine Innes and Dr. Omar Islam of Queen's University, was published in the Journal of Neurology Research Reviews & Reports. Over
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Northern Ontario Wires has announced that residents in the Northeast may be eligible for the Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP). The program offers financial assistance to low-income households to help reduce electricity bills. Eligible households can receive a monthly on-bill credit ranging from $35 to $75, depending on their income
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The Moosonee Town Council held a meeting on March 5, 2024. Key decisions and discussions included: * Community Safety Initiative: The council discussed a new community safety initiative aimed at reducing crime rates in the town. Details on specific measures were not disclosed. * Infrastructure Development: Approval was given for the development
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* Oath of Office: The council approved a recommendation to call upon the Province of Ontario to include indigenous and treaty rights in the Oath of Office for Members of Council. The proposed oath includes allegiance to His Majesty King Charles III and observance of laws recognizing indigenous and treaty rights.
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On March 3, 2024, shortly before 3 AM, the Timmins Police responded to a weapons incident in the North end of town. A male victim was transported to the Timmins and District Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. A heavy police presence was observed in the area as the scene was contained
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The Timmins Public Library has installed a new information plaque and photo album for the birch bark canoe on display. The installation was attended by Métis Nation of Ontario Timmins President Pierre Lefebvre, Library CEO Carole-Ann Demers, and Assistant Director Amy Knifton. The birch bark canoe was built in 2005
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The mayors of Kapuskasing and Hearst are in discussions with Kap Paper Inc. and local leaders to consider strategies to maintain local jobs and investments in the region. Kap Paper Inc. recently hosted a mill tour for the two mayors to initiate comprehensive conversations about the company's future.
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Northern College in Timmins has reported leading the province in several categories according to the annual Key Performance Indicators (KPI) for Ontario Colleges. The data, facilitated by Colleges Ontario, includes feedback from students on their educational experiences. Northern College achieved the highest scores among English-speaking colleges in employer satisfaction and
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The Timmins Police Service is seeking assistance from the public to locate Marc-Andre Renaud, a 37-year-old resident of Timmins. Renaud is the subject of an ongoing missing person investigation. The police are working to determine his current whereabouts and confirm his wellbeing. Anyone with information on Renaud's location