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Maria Giroux Found Safe
The Timmins Police Service has reported that Maria Giroux, who was previously reported missing, has been located safely. No further details were provided.
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Pedestrian Crossing at Pine and Algonquin Relocated Due to Construction
The temporary pedestrian crossing at Pine St. and Algonquin Blvd. E. will be relocated to the east of the Cedar St. and Algonquin Blvd. E. intersection starting Thursday, June 6, 2024. This change is due to construction work affecting the Pine St. intersection. Pedestrians will now cross Algonquin Blvd. E.
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Timmins Police Locate Missing Person Troy Rogowski
The Timmins Police Service has located Troy Rogowski. Rogowski was previously reported missing. The police have confirmed his well-being.
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Youth Charged Following Birch Street North Incident in Timmins
On May 31, 2024, at approximately 10:00 PM, the Timmins Police Service responded to a weapons call on Birch Street North. A verbal dispute resulted in one individual being injured. The victim was transported to Timmins District Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The victim and the suspect are known to
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Timmins Police Respond to Weapons Call on Spruce Street South
On Saturday, June 1, 2024, at approximately 7:00 PM, the Timmins Police Service responded to a weapons call on Spruce Street South. One individual involved in the incident was transported to the Timmins District Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. It has been determined that both the victim and the suspect
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Timmins Police Confirm Marlene Wesley Located
The Timmins Police Service has confirmed that Marlene Wesley, 48, who was previously reported missing, has been located. The police have verified her well-being. This case is now closed, and no further police action is required.
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Timmins Street Sweeping Schedule for Early June 2024
The Public Works Department in Timmins has announced the street sweeping schedule for the week of June 3 to June 7, 2024. Sweeping operations will occur from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm each day. The areas and streets to be swept are as follows: * Monday, June 3: Timmins
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Motorcycle Collision in Timmins Results in Arrest
On May 19, 2024, the Timmins Police Service responded to a vehicle collision at the intersection of Cedar Street North and Ross Avenue East. The driver of the motorcycle involved in the collision was arrested on the scene by an Ontario Provincial Police officer who was in the area. The
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Dr. Temple Grandin to Speak at Northern College's Haileybury Campus
Northern College will host Dr. Temple Grandin at its Haileybury Campus for two speaking engagements. Dr. Grandin, an animal behaviorist and professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University, is known for her work on the humane treatment of livestock and her advocacy for Autism. Dr. Grandin will present to
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Street Sweeping Schedule Announced for Timmins and South Porcupine
The Public Works Department has announced the street sweeping schedule for Timmins and South Porcupine for the week of May 25 to May 31, 2024. The operations will include both night-time and daytime sweeping. Night-Time Street Sweeping (9:00 pm to 7:00 am): * Sunday, May 26: Downtown Lanes, Timmins
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Front Entrance to Timmins City Hall Closed for Construction Starting May 23, 2024
The front entrance to Timmins City Hall on Algonquin Blvd. E. will be closed starting Thursday, May 23, 2024, due to Connecting Link construction. Public access to City Hall will be available through the accessible entrance off Cedar St. N., using the elevator to the first floor and Service Timmins.
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Motorcycle Collision on Cedar Street North in Timmins
On Sunday, May 19th, at approximately 5:26 PM, the Timmins Police Service responded to a motor vehicle collision on Cedar Street North. The driver of the motorcycle involved in the collision was arrested on the scene by an O.P.P. officer and subsequently transported to the hospital for