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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On Thursday, July 25, 2024, Don Anderson Haulage will transport a Hydro One transformer from the Rail Siding on Hallnor Rd. to the transformer station on Brundy Ave. in Schumacher. The move will start at 6:30 a.m. and is expected to take about six hours. The load will
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The Timmins City Council has approved a Housing Action Plan to address the city's housing challenges. The plan includes eight city-led actions aimed at improving housing availability and affordability in Timmins. This decision follows recommendations from the Timmins Economic Development Corporation's Community Housing Taskforce report presented
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The Timmins City Council has approved $180,000 to extend the Mushkegowuk Fire Keeper Patrol Outreach Services until December 31, 2025. This funding will be added to the city's taxation levy next year. The outreach project, co-funded by the City of Timmins and the Cochrane District Social Services
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The Timmins City Council has approved a municipal contribution to the 'Physician Start-Up Grant.' The grant will provide $20,000 per new physician recruit, with a maximum of $200,000 per year for the next three years. These funds will be included in the City's 2025
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The Timmins City Council has approved a Housing Action Plan to address the city's housing challenges. The plan follows recommendations from the Timmins Economic Development Corporation’s Community Housing Taskforce. The plan includes eight actions aimed at meeting current and future housing needs in Timmins. Key factors driving
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Timmins City Council recognized ten athletes from École secondaire catholique Thériault at the council meeting on Tuesday night. The athletes were acknowledged for their gold and silver medal performances in various Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) competitions, including track and field, cross-country running, and Nordic skiing. The athletes
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The Timmins Police Service has confirmed that Freedom Judge, who was previously reported missing, has been located. Her well-being has been confirmed. The police have closed the matter and no further action is required.
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The installation of a dedicated snowmobile and pedestrian crossing on Algonquin Blvd. E. in Timmins will start on Monday, July 8, 2024. Contractors will set up traffic controls and begin installing electrical infrastructure, including conduits and pole bases. The new crossing is being added after the removal of the Algonquin
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Timmins Transit will start an On-Demand pilot project in Porcupine and South Porcupine on August 1, 2024. The project aims to expand service coverage and provide flexible, shared-ride transportation. Riders can book through a mobile app, web portal, or by calling Timmins Transit. The service will use smaller, fully accessible
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Northern College’s Department of Applied Research, Entrepreneurship and Innovation completed its first annual 3D Printing Competition at the Timmins Campus. The event showcased the creativity and technical skills of regional high school students. The competition began on March 7 and included participants from ten high schools: Timiskaming District Secondary
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Northern College in Timmins recently held a 3D printing competition as part of its Innovation Hub activities. The event showcased various innovative projects created by students using 3D printing technology. Participants demonstrated their skills in design and fabrication, with projects ranging from practical tools to creative art pieces. The competition
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In mid-April 2024, the Timmins Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit, in conjunction with the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service (NAPS) Drug Unit, commenced a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) investigation. On June 19, 2024, the investigation led to the execution of three search warrants at residences on Kirby Street, Dale