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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The City of Timmins Public Works has declared a Significant Weather Event, which is set to commence at 2:00 AM on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. This declaration is in accordance with the Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways (O.Reg 239/02). The decision follows a winter storm warning
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The City of Timmins Public Works has issued a declaration of a Significant Weather Event starting at 2:00 AM on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. This decision is based on a winter storm warning issued by Environment Canada, which forecasts heavy snowfall in the region. Due to the anticipated weather
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An individual has been arrested by the Timmins Police Service in connection with a recent vehicle break-in and theft. The arrest of 36-year-old Ryan Stoney took place on February 27th, 2025, during a routine police patrol. The officer observed suspicious activity, prompting an intervention, during which the suspect attempted to
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The City of Timmins Public Works department has issued a notice regarding changes to the snow removal schedule for the week beginning March 2, 2025. The adjustments impact certain areas within Timmins and Schumacher. On the evening of Monday, March 3, 2025, snow removal operations originally planned along Riverside in
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Snow removal operations in Timmins will see changes during the week commencing March 2, 2025. The City of Timmins Public Works department has announced that due to operational issues, adjustments will be made to the usual schedule. On Monday, March 3, 2025, snow removal expected in the Schumacher area, specifically
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The Timmins local government has announced that the Archie Dillon Sportsplex pool will be closed on Monday, March 17, 2025. This closure is planned to enable the installation of accessibility door openers to improve access to the change rooms from the pool deck. The pool will reopen for regular public
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The Public Works Department of Timmins has released the schedule for night-time snow removal, slated to occur from March 2 to March 6, 2025. Operations will be conducted from 9:00 pm to 7:00 am each night, focusing on designated routes and thoroughfares. Scheduled Night-time Snow Removal * March 2,
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The Northeast of Ontario is under an extreme cold weather alert from Friday, February 28, through Saturday, March 1, 2025. Issued by the Timmins local government, this alert forecasts temperatures between -34°C and -27°C, taking into account wind chill effects. Health authorities caution that such low temperatures pose
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Northern College is open for Fall 2025 program applications. Prospective students can visit the college’s Admissions page for guidelines on applying and important deadlines. Applications should be submitted through the Ontario Colleges Application Service (OCAS), as specified by the college.
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The City of Timmins Public Works Department has announced that a city-wide snow plowing operation will begin on Friday, February 28, 2025, at 12:01 am. The operation is expected to continue throughout the day and may extend into the evening. Residents are advised to be aware of the scheduled
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The City of Timmins Public Works has announced adjustments to its snow removal schedule for the week of February 24, 2025. This change affects various locations, specifically Porcupine – Lamarche, Conley St S, Bob's Lake Drive, Jarvi, Gervais St S, and Gauthier. The disruption in the schedule is attributed
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Northern College, located in Timmins, remains open for applications to its Fall 2025 programs. Prospective students are advised to visit the college's official Admissions page for detailed information on the application process and important deadlines. Applications can be submitted via the Ontario College Application Service (OCAS), a centralized