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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Early this morning, at approximately 5:42 AM, the Timmins Police Service responded to a report concerning a possible weapons-related incident in the Cedar North and Fifth Avenue area of Timmins. This information was provided by the Timmins Police Service. Following the report, there was a significant police presence in
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Lynn Innes, an alumna of Northern College in Timmins, Ontario, has been honored with the 2024 Health Sciences Premier’s Award. Innes, who graduated in 2002, currently serves as the President and CEO of the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA). Her leadership has been instrumental in enhancing healthcare access and
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The City of Timmins' Environmental Services Department has announced an emergency watermain repair affecting several streets. The repair work is being conducted on Lee Ave., from Cedar St. S. to Elm St. S., and on Maple St. S. from Lee Ave. to Sterling Ave. Residents and businesses in these
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The City of Timmins has announced a proposed amendment to its zoning by-law, specifically targeting Schedule 11 of the City of Timmins Zoning By-law 2011-7100. This amendment seeks to correct an error in the zoning label on Gervais Street North. According to the City of Timmins, the current zoning label
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The City of Timmins Council is scheduled to discuss the removal of a Holding Provision from a zoning by-law concerning land on MacLean Drive. This discussion will take place at the council meeting on January 14, 2025. The land involved is identified as Plan M12C, East Part of Lot 1,
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The City of Timmins has announced a public meeting to discuss a proposed amendment to the zoning by-law. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. It will take place in the Council Chambers at 220 Algonquin Boulevard East, Timmins, Ontario. This meeting aims
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The Timmins Rock will compete against the Hearst Lumberjacks in an upcoming hockey game in Timmins, Ontario. This event is part of a series of games that are popular among local residents. The match is set to take place at the McIntyre Arena, a well-known venue for local sports events.
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The City of Timmins Public Works has announced a revised schedule for snow removal operations in Schumacher for the week of December 14, 2024. The changes affect specific streets, with operations initially planned for Monday, December 16, now moved to Thursday, December 19. This includes Vipond and Fourth Ave, from
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The Timmins Police Service has reported the arrest of Jeremy NAKOGEE, a 26-year-old resident of Timmins. NAKOGEE faces charges of Assault with a Weapon and Failure to Comply with a Probation Order. The incident occurred at 54 Spruce Street South in Timmins. According to the police, the victim sustained physical
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Two individuals have been charged by the Timmins Police Service in connection with break and enter incidents in downtown Timmins, Ontario. The arrests took place on a Friday, and both suspects are currently held in custody. John George Wesley, aged 30, from Timmins, faces charges including possession of property obtained
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The Timmins Police Service has reported that Angelina, who was previously the subject of a missing person report, has been found safe. This update follows an earlier announcement regarding her disappearance, which had prompted a search effort. According to the Timmins Police Service, Angelina was located and is confirmed to
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The Timmins Police Service is currently investigating a shooting incident that occurred on Third Avenue in Timmins during the early hours of December 13th. According to the police, the incident involved a confrontation between two individuals, which led to shots being fired. One individual involved in the incident suffered a