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Circular Materials now responsible for Cobalt recycling

1 day ago | pentictonherald.ca | Darlene Wroe

COBALT - Cobalt residents are not expected to notice any difference with the new recycling program underway in the town since the start of the month. At the town's April 1 meeting, town manager Steven Dalley outlined how recycling is now being managed in Cobalt. He told council that in 2021 the Ontario provincial government passed a new regulation that requires businesses that produce packaging must take responsibility for collection of packaging material which makes its way to homes.
Circular Materials now responsible for Cobalt recycling

1 day ago | thespec.com | Darlene Wroe

COBALT - Cobalt residents are not expected to notice any difference with the new recycling program underway in the town since the start of the month. At the town’s April 1 meeting, town manager Steven Dalley outlined how recycling is now being managed in Cobalt. He told council that in 2021 the Ontario provincial government passed a new regulation that requires businesses that produce packaging must take responsibility for collection of packaging material which makes its way to homes.
Temagami's interest in crown lands "on hold"

1 day ago | thespec.com | Darlene Wroe

EMAGAMI - The Municipality of Temagami has for many years been looking into possible areas for expansion as it strives to develop and increase its tax base. At their March 27 meeting, council continued the discussion on what pieces of crown land could be pursued, and what is available. The discussion has opened up again because the provincial government is more willing to consider transferring approved packages of crown land to municipalities.
Application made for Temagami arena needs

1 day ago | thespec.com | Darlene Wroe

TEMAGAMI - Funding assistance is being sought by the Municipality of Temagami from the NOHFC in the hope of a nod of approval for needed upgrades at the Temagami arena. The project was discussed at the municipal council’s working group meeting March 27. Municipal clerk Sabrina Pandolfo later explained the municipality has applied for a funding application and is waiting on a decision.
Animal rescue task force aiming at harmonized bylaws

1 day ago | thespec.com | Darlene Wroe

TEMISKAMING SHORES - An animal rescue task force will be meeting again in June to further discuss and review the possibility of harmonizing the region’s animal control bylaws. Based on the area served by the Northern Animals Rescue and Sanctuary, which mainly includes Temagami to Kirkland Lake, the task force sees the municipal bylaws across the area as one of the first steps that will help address a ballooning population of unwanted pets.
Cobalt aiming for early May budget

1 week ago | thespec.com | Darlene Wroe

COBALT – Cobalt staff and its budget committee are currently putting numbers in place for its 2025 budget expected to be completed in early May. At the April 1 meeting of council, town manager Steven Dalley put forward a timeline of steps leading up to the budget. He noted the 2024 audit is not yet completed. Dalley also went over a report received showing the town’s financial indicator review.
Cobalt aiming for early May budget

1 week ago | pentictonherald.ca | Darlene Wroe

COBALT – Cobalt staff and its budget committee are currently putting numbers in place for its 2025 budget expected to be completed in early May. At the April 1 meeting of council, town manager Steven Dalley put forward a timeline of steps leading up to the budget. He noted the 2024 audit is not yet completed. Dalley also went over a report received showing the town's financial indicator review.
Cobalt train station renovation nearing completion

1 week ago | thespec.com | Darlene Wroe

Darlene WroeLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterCOBALT - The Cobalt train station has been undergoing renovations for a new stage of its life. From the days of the Cobalt silver boom, when loads of silver passed through the station bound for Toronto, the building serves as one of the important beacons of a rich past, said Pamela Hamel at the station.
Partial funding found for Fox Run Road

1 week ago | thespec.com | Darlene Wroe

Darlene WroeLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterTEMAGAMI - A portion of the needed funding has been secured for the double surface treatment required for Fox Run Road in Temagami, as well as the engineering and tendering costs. “The municipality was successful in securing funding through the Housing Enabling Core Services Fund for 50 per cent of the costs for double surface treatment in Fox Run and the engineering/tendering costs,” said municipal clerk Sabrina Pandolfo.
Mercury levels in Lake Temiskaming raising concerns

1 week ago | thespec.com | Darlene Wroe

Darlene WroeLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterDISTRICT - There is concern about mercury levels in Lake Temiskaming, particularly due to bioaccumulation in the food chain and its impacts on fish and wildlife health. The Organisme de bassin versant du Temiscamingue (OBVT), which is mandated by the Quebec government to monitor the water quality of Lake Temiskaming and its watershed, is reaching out to raise awareness in both Quebec and Ontario about mercury levels in the water body.