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On April 4, 2024, the Timmins Police Service executed a search warrant at a residence in the south area of Timmins. The search resulted in the seizure of a 9 mm handgun, ammunition, Canadian currency estimated to be under $5000.00, and various drugs including 79.6 grams of Fentanyl,
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Northern College and Interfor have extended their partnership through a renewed memorandum of understanding. This agreement, originally formed in 2019, will continue for another three years. The partnership aims to provide experiential learning opportunities for students and newly hired graduates in the forestry sector. The collaboration focuses on addressing the
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The Town of Kapuskasing has published its Spring Newsletter. The newsletter includes information on upcoming spring events, important reminders, and town news. Residents can subscribe to receive notifications on future news updates. The French subscription service is currently under construction, so residents are advised to subscribe to the English version
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Northern College's Haileybury School of Mines has received over $48,000 in scholarship funds from the Mining Industry Human Resources Council (MiHR) for the Winter 2024 semester. This funding is part of a larger $2 million allocation by MiHR to address declining enrolment in mining-related post-secondary programs across
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The Moosonee Town Council held a meeting on April 2, 2024. Key decisions and discussions are summarized below: * Budget Approval: The council approved the budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025. The budget includes allocations for infrastructure improvements, community services, and public safety. * Infrastructure Projects: Several infrastructure projects were discussed and
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The Moosonee Town Council held a meeting on April 2, 2024, to discuss various community matters. Key decisions and discussions from the meeting are summarized below: * Infrastructure Projects: The council approved the commencement of the High Street and O'Dell Street reconstruction projects. These projects aim to improve road
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The town of Kapuskasing is experiencing significant economic and demographic shifts. Historically a mill town, Kapuskasing has a predominantly Francophone community, although most residents are now bilingual. The influx of English-speaking newcomers has created a challenge for the French-speaking community to preserve their language and culture. The town's
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On March 22, 2024, members of the Timmins Police Service responded to a call at a convenience store in the north end of Timmins shortly after 9pm. A female suspect entered the store, gathered various items, and attempted to leave without paying. When confronted by the store clerk, the suspect
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The Council of the Corporation of the Town of Kapuskasing plans to adopt the 2024 Operations Budget. The adoption will take place at a public meeting on Monday, April 8, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the Civic Centre. Residents can view the proposed budget in the Council meeting
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Due to ongoing road closures around the Empire Complex, multiple detours are in place to allow emergency crews to work safely. Motorists must obey all traffic rules and posted signs. Traffic using Pine Street South or Third Avenue as a detour must follow the signs at the intersection. No left
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On March 23, 2024, shortly before 2 pm, the Timmins Police Service Uniform Patrol, with assistance from the Ontario Provincial Police, responded to a 911 call on Carrigan Road, east of Timmins. The investigation led police to contain a residence on Carrigan Road. The Timmins Police Emergency Response Team (ERT)
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On March 22, 2024, Councillors Allana Schmidt and Chantal Rondeau released a statement addressing recent absenteeism among council members and its impact on council functionality in Black River-Matheson. The statement follows a press release by Mayor Doug Bender on March 21, 2024. Councillors Schmidt and Rondeau noted that Councillors Dyment,