Cochrane Observer covers all of Ontario's Northeast, including Timmins. We have regular updates on town council, transit, health, and crime from in and around Timmins. See all our Timmins stories below.
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An emergency watermain repair is set to commence on Vimy Avenue in Timmins. The repair site spans between Theriault Boulevard and Gillies Avenue. This closure is necessary as part of the infrastructure work. The repair operations are scheduled to begin on April 3, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. and
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The Timmins Public Library is organizing a three-part series titled 'Mining in Timmins'. This series features presentations by Zeinab Azadbakht, Ph.D., P.Geo. The events are set to take place at the Timmins Public Library, located at 320 Second Ave. The first event, focusing on 'Historical
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The City of Timmins Public Works Department announced the conclusion of a significant weather event as of March 31, 2025, at 12:01 AM. The announcement adheres to the guidelines set by the Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways (Ontario Regulation 239). This weather declaration, previously in place due to
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The Northern Ontario Handmade Spring Market will return to Timmins this spring, offering a platform for artisans to showcase their work. The event is set to take place at the McIntyre Community Building, utilizing both the ballroom and auditorium spaces. Visitors to the market can explore a variety of goods
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Timmins, ON – The City of Timmins Public Works has declared an interruption in snow removal services for the upcoming week starting March 31, 2025. The disruption is attributed to an anticipated severe weather event affecting the region. Officials from the City of Timmins Public Works have highlighted that snow removal
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The City of Timmins Environmental Services Department has announced that watermain flushing will be conducted in the Timmins South Area on April 1, 2025. The scheduled maintenance will take place from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm, affecting local residents and businesses who might experience changes such as coloured
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Timmins Police are investigating a weapons-related incident reported on March 23, 2025, in the Laidlaw Avenue area. The Timmins Police Service stated that they received an anonymous tip suggesting that individuals were confined, and weapons were present within the premises. Officers from the Timmins Police responded to the report and
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The NOHA Tournament of Champions is scheduled to take place in Timmins, Ontario, in March and April. This event, as announced by the Northern Ontario Hockey Association (NOHA), includes competition among teams in the AAA and A categories. The U13AA matches are specifically set for early April 2025. Participants in
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Timmins Police Service is conducting an investigation into an alleged unlawful confinement incident within a local building. Reports state that the victim was confined and assaulted over a period from March 15 to March 22. Authorities have clarified that the victim and accused were previously acquainted and that the incident
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The City of Timmins Public Works Department has announced a change in the snow removal schedule for the week of March 31, 2025. The disruption is attributed to a significant weather event, according to city officials. Residents in several areas will see their scheduled snow removal postponed. On March 31,
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The City of Timmins has announced a public meeting to discuss a proposed Zoning By-law Amendment for 293 Wallingford Rd. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 220 Algonquin Boulevard East, Timmins, Ontario. This meeting is being held
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The Timmins Police Service reported that three individuals were charged with impaired driving-related offenses following separate incidents over the weekend. The charges arose from incidents that were independently investigated by the police. One incident involved a traffic stop in which the driver displayed signs of impairment. In a separate case,