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The Sunday Seven: Here are the top stories of the week in Timmins

From the council table to an unforgettable delivery on the side of Highway 11, here's what people are talking about this week
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The Jasmins Christmas Village in 2024.

Life is busy and you may miss some of the action happening in and around the city. 

Here's a look at what people are talking about this week.

Holding an event at Timmins' main park is going to cost you now

The City of Timmins has set rental rates for the new festivals and events space at Hollinger Park. Read the full story here.

Paramedics deliver baby on Highway 11 during snowstorm

It was a dark and snowy night when a Kirkland Lake baby was welcomed to the world. Read about the unforgettable experience here.

Timmins family keeps finding ways to grow massive Christmas village

When TimminsToday first met the Jasmins in 2021, the main display was laid out over five main tiers in their living room. They've found a way to grow it even more. Read the full story on the 2024 set-up here.

Anti-encampment bill promises to give Ontarians back their parks

A long-anticipated anti-encampment bill tabled in the house gives new powers to police and municipalities. Read the full story here.

Timmins looking to hike hotel tax

Staying at a Timmins hotel of Air BnB could soon hit the pocketbook a little harder. Read the full story here.

'No stranger to heartbreak': Timmins MP sees opportunity in legacy mine closure

Charlie Angus wants to make sure the federal government is committed to working with the city as it prepares for the closure of the Kidd mine. Read the full story here.

Iroquois Falls mayor running for Conservatives

Tory Delaurier is the third candidate named for Timiskaming-Cochrane. Read more on the story here.

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