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 Public Works Department has released the schedule for snow removal in Timmins for the week of January 11 to January 17, 2025. Operations will occur both at night and during the day across various city areas. Night Time Operations (9:00 pm to 7:00 am): * January 12: Timmins
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The U18 Provincial Curling Championship is scheduled to occur in Timmins, featuring young curlers from various parts of the province. This weekend event will highlight the participants' skills as they vie for the provincial title, showcasing their precision and strategic prowess on the ice. Organized by Tourism Timmins, the
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The Timmins Police Service has completed its Festive RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) program for December 2024. During this initiative, officers checked 670 vehicles. The program involved 181 Approved Screening Device demands. As a result, five drivers received three-day suspensions for having a Blood Alcohol Concentration over 50 mg per
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The Timmins Police Service is seeking public assistance in locating Nevaeh S., who has been reported missing. Nevaeh was last seen in the Timmins area, and authorities are asking anyone with information to come forward. The police have provided a contact number for tips or information related to Nevaeh'
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The Timmins Police Service is requesting assistance from the public in locating a missing person named Dean. Dean was last seen in the Timmins area, and the circumstances of his disappearance are currently under investigation. The police are urging anyone with information that could help in locating Dean to come
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The Timmins Police Service is requesting public assistance in locating Chloe L., who has been reported missing. Specific details about Chloe's last known whereabouts or a physical description have not been disclosed by the police. Residents in Timmins and the surrounding Northeast Ontario area are encouraged to provide
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The Timmins Rock will compete against the Powassan Voodoos in an upcoming hockey game at the McIntyre Arena in Timmins, Ontario. This event is part of the local hockey season, offering an opportunity for fans to enjoy a competitive match. The game is scheduled for [insert date and time here]
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The City of Timmins has issued an extreme cold weather alert for January 8, 2025. Temperatures are forecasted to drop to -36 degrees Celsius, including wind chill, according to city officials. Residents are advised to take precautions against the cold, which can lead to frostbite and hypothermia. Recommendations include avoiding
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The Timmins Fire Department has announced plans to conduct ice water rescue training on Pearl Lake during the week of January 13, 2025. This training is part of the department's routine preparedness activities. Barricades have been installed around areas of open water on Pearl Lake as of January
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Starting January 20, 2025, passengers flying with Thunder Airlines and Air Creebec will undergo security screening at Timmins Victor M. Power Airport (YTS). This service is being introduced following a request from the Mushkegowuk Council. The screening process will cover checked baggage, passengers, and all carry-on baggage and personal items,
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The Timmins Police Service is asking for the public's help in finding Braden L., who has been reported missing. Details about Braden L.'s last known location or description have not been disclosed. Anyone with information that could assist in locating Braden L. is urged to contact
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The City’s Traffic and Enforcement Services Departments have started the installation of solar-powered parking meters. This initiative aims to replace outdated equipment and assets. Currently, the new meters are located in the City Hall parking lot and along the west side of Pine St. The project is expected to