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Timmins tire business expanding into mining vehicle repair

A family-owed tire business in Timmins that’s been operating for more than 40 years is expanding service to include mining vehicle repair with the help of a provincial grant.

Ont. mom protects endangered Killdeer nest near busy park

A northern Ontario mother has spent over a week guarding an endangered Killdeer’s nest near a busy recreational area in Temiskaming Shores, fearing the eggs could be crushed by passersby.

First responders host community BBQ for Kashechewan evacuees in Kapuskasing

First responders and evacuated members of Kashechewan First Nation came together for a day of connection and support at a special BBQ event in Kapuskasing on Tuesday.

Northern police detachment arrests two impaired drivers within minutes

A northern Ontario Provincial Police detachment arrested two impaired drivers within minutes of each other.

OPP urges safety on waterways ahead of Canada Safe Boating Week

Ontario Provincial Police is reminding boaters and paddlers to prioritize safety as Canada Safe Boating Week approaches.

4 northern cities in top 10 for fatal overdose rates in the province

Four northern Ontario cities rank among the top 10 in the province for the highest per-capita rates of fatal drug overdoses, according to preliminary 2024 data.

OPP, local police urge safety first during Victoria Day long weekend

Provincial and local police are reminding drivers to prioritize road safety as the Victoria Day long weekend brings increased traffic, including trailers and boats, to highways and city streets.

85 arrests, firearm seized in northern Ont. offender compliance operation

Two recent targeted enforcement operations in northern Ontario resulted in the execution of 85 arrest warrants, new bail violation charges and the seizure of a gun.

Hwy 101 rehab in Timmins starts next week; minor delays expected

Construction starts next week on Highway 101 rehab in Timmins between Crawford and Lawrence in phase 1 of a 2-year project. Motorists should expect minor delays

Measles cases rise to 13 in Temiskaming district

Temiskaming reports 13 measles cases, latest travel-linked; no public exposures list. Health unit urges vaccination amid Ontario outbreak.

Odin the cat saved by Timmins donors, heads home

Timmins cat Odin, whose recovery inspired $14,000 in donations, heads home after surgeries in Ottawa to a new foster mom.

Vehicle found in snowbank leads to drug, impaired charges in northern Ont.

A 29-year-old Timmins man faces multiple drug and impaired driving charges after Ontario Provincial Police discovered a vehicle in a snowbank earlier this month.

Northern Ont. francophone students perform in Sudbury

Francophone students from across northern Ontario gather in Sudbury for musical performances in Radio-Chaud.

Provincial police lay charges in historical sexual assault investigation in northern Ontario

A 45-year-old from Englehart, Ont., has been charged with multiple counts of sexual assault and spousal assault following a historical investigation.

‘Jill of All Trades’ event at Northern College aims to attract young women to enter skilled trades programs

Northern College hosted a ‘Jill of All Trades’ event at its Timmins Campus on Thursday.