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 a traffic disruption due to emergency catch basin repairs. The affected area is: * Ross Ave. from Hart St. to Toke St. Date and Time of Disruption: * The closure will begin on September 10, 2024, at 7:30 AM and is expected to last until
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The Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool is closed effective immediately due to a mechanical issue. All scheduled programming and swims for September 9, 2024, are canceled. The City of Timmins is working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. An update will be provided as soon as possible.
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Timmins, ON – As students return to school in the Timmins area, the Timmins Police Service has issued a reminder for motorists to exercise caution, especially in school zones and near pedestrian crossings. Increased traffic is expected as children head back to classes. Motorists are advised to: * Slow down in school
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The Timmins Police Service executed a search warrant on September 4, 2024, at a residence on Maple Street South. This operation was conducted by the Drug Enforcement Unit with assistance from the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service Northeast Drug Enforcement Unit. During the search, police seized the following drugs: * Approximately 2,
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The Timmins Police Service's Criminal Investigations Unit is investigating an incident that took place on the evening of September 3, 2024, at the Mattagami River boat launch, located near Feldman Road and Commercial Avenue in Timmins. Police are requesting assistance from the public. They are particularly interested in
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The 2024 Timmins Fall Fair is scheduled to take place from September 6 to September 8, 2024, at the Timmins Fairgrounds located at 814 Park Avenue, Timmins, Ontario. This annual event is organized by the Porcupine District Agricultural Society and aims to provide a family-friendly atmosphere with various activities and
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The City of Timmins has announced the municipal service schedule for Labour Day on Monday, September 2, 2024. The following services will be affected: * Service Timmins and the Provincial Offences Office will be closed. * There will be no household waste and recycling collection. Collection scheduled for Labour Day will be
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On the evenings of August 28th and 29th, the Timmins Police Service conducted traffic initiatives. During these operations, 55 vehicles were stopped. The following actions were taken: * 5 warnings were issued for document violations. * 14 roadside breath tests were conducted, with 12 passing and 2 failing. * 40 provincial offences and
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The Timmins and District Hospital has declared a COVID-19 outbreak on the Medical B unit as of August 28, 2024. The hospital is collaborating with the Porcupine Health Unit to maintain safety protocols for patients, staff, and physicians. Visitors to the Medical B unit are required to follow all posted
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Planned maintenance will occur at the Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant starting September 3, 2024. The maintenance involves draining, cleaning, and refilling the chlorine contact tank. This work aims to remove solids from the bottom of the tank and address algae and moss growth on the tank walls. During this
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The City of Timmins will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 220 Algonquin Boulevard East. The purpose of the meeting is to gather public input on proposed amendments to the Community Improvement Project Area and the Downtown
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The Timmins Public Library will host an author talk featuring Rod Carley on Wednesday, September 25 at 6 p.m. Carley will discuss his new novel, RUFF, as part of his Northern Ontario tour. The event will include a reading from his new book, a Q&A session, and