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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During the St. Patrick's Day weekend, three drivers were arrested in Timmins for impaired driving, as reported by the Timmins Police Service. These arrests occurred during two separate events: two drivers were detained on Friday night as part of a RIDE program, while a third driver was apprehended
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The NOHA Tournament of Champions is scheduled to take place in Timmins this March and April, featuring Northern Ontario hockey teams in intense competition. Teams will compete in the AA and A categories, providing a stage for athletes to showcase their talents. The Northern Ontario Hockey Association (NOHA) notes that
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Beginning Friday, March 21, 2025, roads in Timmins will be subject to reduced load restrictions to protect them during the spring thaw. The City of Timmins has announced that these restrictions, governed by By-law 2006-6275, will affect specific highways and streets. The restrictions are intended to preserve road conditions by
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The City of Timmins has announced a sanitary sewer overflow that occurred at Station 2, situated at 57 Evans. The overflow event began on March 15, 2025, at 4:48 PM and ended at 11:05 PM the same evening. The total volume of the overflow was reported to be
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A watermain repair is underway on William Avenue in Timmins, stretching from Moore to Main Streets. Initiated by the City of Timmins' Environmental Services Department, the repair began on March 16, 2025, and is causing temporary water pressure drops and discoloured water in the vicinity. These conditions are expected
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The Timmins Police Service reported the arrest of a suspect involved in a robbery that took place on March 14, 2025. The robbery occurred in the 500 block of Algonquin Boulevard East, and the suspect was apprehended shortly thereafter in a nearby parking area. The victim described being threatened with
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From January 28 to February 23, 2025, the Timmins Police Service conducted a warrant initiative focused on executing outstanding arrest warrants. This operation, integrated into regular patrol duties, involved coordination with the Crown Attorney's office to first prioritize cases deemed high priority before addressing other warrants. The initiative
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The Public Works Department has announced that both night-time and daytime snow removal operations will take place in Timmins from March 15 to March 21, 2025. Nightly operations are scheduled from March 16 to March 20, beginning at 9:00 pm and concluding at 7:00 am, and will focus
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The City of Timmins is organizing community consultations to evaluate rural curbside waste collection options as part of a broader review of waste management services. This initiative is according to a statement released by the City. The review aims to address current waste management practices and gather resident feedback. A
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Hockey enthusiasts in the North are gearing up for the highly anticipated game between the Timmins Rock and the Kirkland Lake Gold Miners. Scheduled to draw in significant local interest, the matchup is a highlight for the area's avid hockey fans. The game is expected to be an
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The City of Timmins Public Works has announced a disruption in the planned snow removal schedule for the week of March 08, 2025, due to operational issues. Areas that were initially scheduled for snow clearing will experience delays and will be rescheduled for a later date. Public Works is addressing
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An extreme cold weather alert is in effect for Tuesday, March 11, 2025, in the Northeast Ontario area, including Timmins. Temperatures are forecast to fall to -28 degrees Celsius, taking wind chill into account. Authorities have indicated that exposure to these frigid conditions can lead to severe health issues such