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 Timmins Police Service has alerted the public to a scam involving fraudsters who falsely claim that individuals owe money to the government or other agencies. According to the police, these scammers use aggressive tactics, including threats of arrest, charges, or fines, to coerce victims into making immediate payments. Residents
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The City of Timmins Public Works Department has announced that a city-wide snow plowing operation will commence on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, starting at 12:01 am. The operation is expected to continue throughout the day and may extend into the evening. The snow plowing will cover city streets,
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The Timmins Police Service is seeking public assistance in locating Ecghardt, who has been reported missing. The police have not disclosed specific details about Ecghardt's last known whereabouts or physical description in the release. Residents with any information that could assist in locating Ecghardt are encouraged to contact
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The City of Timmins has issued an extreme cold weather alert for Monday, January 27, 2025. Temperatures are expected to drop to -34°C overnight, including wind chill factors, as reported by the city. Residents are advised to take precautions against the severe cold, which can lead to health issues
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The McIntyre Community Centre in Timmins has been closed indefinitely following a watermain break, as reported by the City of Timmins' Environmental Services Department. This closure affects the entire facility, including the McIntyre Coffee Shop. Due to the closure, hockey games that were scheduled to be held at the
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The City of Timmins has announced an emergency watermain repair on Hellen Ave., affecting the area from Legion to Moore. The Environmental Services Department has informed residents that they will experience low water pressure overnight. Additionally, there may be occurrences of brown or rust-coloured water. Residents are advised by
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The City of Timmins' Environmental Services Department has announced an emergency watermain repair on Legion Dr., affecting the area from Powell to Shamrock. The repair work is effective immediately and is expected to be completed by 6:00 p.m. on January 25, 2025. Residents in the affected area
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The Public Works Department has announced that nighttime snow removal operations will occur from January 26 to January 30, 2025, in Northeast Ontario. These operations are planned for specific areas, as detailed by the department. Residents are advised to remain aware of these activities and exercise caution when traveling in
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The City of Timmins has issued an extreme cold weather alert for Thursday, January 23, 2025. Temperatures are forecasted to fall to -39 degrees Celsius overnight, factoring in wind chill. Residents are advised to take precautions against the severe cold, which can lead to health issues such as frostbite and
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The Timmins Police Service has issued a warning to residents in the Northeast of Ontario about a scam involving individuals posing as police officers. These fraudsters are contacting people, falsely claiming to represent the Timmins Police Service or court services, and are requesting bail money for a family member or
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The Timmins Rock will compete against the French River Rapids in an upcoming hockey game. This event is part of the local hockey season and will take place at the McIntyre Arena, located at 85 McIntyre Road, Timmins, Ontario. Hockey enthusiasts in the Northeast are invited to attend and support
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The City of Timmins has announced an emergency watermain repair on Jubilee Ave. West, affecting the area from Rae St. N. to Melrose. The repair is currently underway and is expected to be completed by 4:00 a.m. on January 22, 2025. Residents in the affected area may experience