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 has announced that it is preparing emergency accommodations for the first group of evacuees arriving from Kashechewan First Nation. According to a statement from city officials, these evacuees are expected to arrive in Timmins this afternoon. "The organization of emergency accommodations in the City of
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The Timmins Police Service advised on Thursday of a significant police presence in the area of Sterling Avenue West and Mountjoy Street South in Timmins. According to police, officers attended the neighbourhood in response to an ongoing situation. The Timmins Police Service requested that the public avoid the immediate area
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Durham Regional Police have reported that Kerry Lyn, a 42-year-old woman, has been missing since June 1, 2024, when she was last seen in Bowmanville. According to police, Lyn's whereabouts remain unknown as of the latest update. Police are conducting a missing persons investigation and have asked for
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The City of Toronto has announced the start of its annual spring community cleanup. According to the city, the campaign runs from April 21 to April 24 and encourages residents, schools, and community groups to remove litter from public areas. The city states that targeted locations include parks, ravines, and
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The Municipality of Clarington has issued a notice that snow removal will occur during the week of April 14, 2025. Municipal crews are scheduled to clear roads and sidewalks. According to the municipality, the purpose of these operations is to support public safety and accessibility. This notice was released by
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The City of Timmins announced that curbside bulk item collection will be available in spring and fall beginning in 2025. This service will be offered to households within the municipal waste collection area, according to the City. The City of Timmins outlines that eligible items include large household items such
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Timmins local government officials report an ongoing overflow at the Whitney-Tisdale Pump Station #1 on Goldrush Street in the northeast area of the city. According to their announcement, the overflow began on April 14, 2025, at around 2:50 p.m. and remains in progress with no estimated conclusion. Officials
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The City of Timmins Public Works is modifying its planned snow removal schedule during the week of April 14, 2025. According to a notice issued by the department, the shift follows an assessment showing that melting snow and recent rainfall have changed conditions on multiple roads. Officials state that certain
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Timmins Transit will offer free bus rides on Tuesday, April 22, in celebration of Earth Day. This initiative encourages the use of public transportation as a more sustainable travel option. The event spans the entire day, allowing residents to board any Timmins transit bus route without charge. Timmins Transit has
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Timmins Residents Advised on Water Management at Mattagami Plant In response to increased water levels entering the sewer system, the Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant in Timmins is addressing potential overflow issues. During heavy precipitation events, such as spring melts, the capacity of the wastewater system may be surpassed. The
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The Whitney-Tisdale Pump Station #2, located at 57 Evans Street, is currently experiencing an ongoing overflow incident as of April 14, 2025. The incident began at 12:41 pm, and as of now, remains unresolved with the volume of water bypassed yet to be determined. This overflow situation has arisen
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On April 22, 2025, Timmins Transit is offering free bus rides as part of Earth Day celebrations. This initiative is aimed at promoting the use of public transportation to help support environmental sustainability. The free rides will be available to all residents throughout the day on Timmins Transit services. Officials