Transportation

No speed reduction yet for Airport Rd. in Timmins

Transportation Bob McIntyre - October 7, 2026

Almost 2,700 vehicles a day travel through that area.

New session of Parliament, new batch of Hwy. 11 petitions

Transportation Bob McIntyre - September 22, 2026

Malette pointed out that Prime Minister Mark Carney has acknowledged the importance of it and that he hears from MPs frequently.

Why we’re being warned of the potential of no school buses on Day 1

Transportation Bob McIntyre - August 21, 2026

Negotiations are a province-wide process, so we're not alone.

Why you need more time to get to the Timmins Airport for a while

Transportation Bob McIntyre - June 17, 2026

As much of a drag as it is to be at the Timmins Airport so far ahead of your flight time, you’ll want to add a few minutes to that the next little while.

Flaws in truck licencing system confirmed by Ontario Auditor General

Transportation Bob McIntyre - May 12, 2026

It says the trucks represent only 3% of vehicles on the road yet accounted for 12% of vehicles involved in fatal collisions from 2019 to 2023.

Back up to 80 km/h on Municipal Rd.

Transportation Bob McIntyre - May 1, 2026

After three weeks of being limited to 50 km/h on the Timmins part of Municipal Road, it’s back up to 80.

Parking at Timmins Airport is at a premium these days

Transportation Bob McIntyre - April 23, 2026

You can save yourself some frustration the next little while at the Timmins Airport, by getting a ride to catch your flight, and not trying to park your own car. It’s already full.

MPPs continue to demand safety improvements on Highways 11 and 17

Transportation Bob McIntyre - April 13, 2026

Northern New Democratic MPPs were on their feet in the Ontario Legislature on Monday, demanding action on safety on Highways 11 and 17.

Speed limit reduced on part of dilapidated Municipal Rd.

Transportation Bob McIntyre - April 10, 2026

As the condition of Municipal Rd. continues to deteriorate, the city of Timmins is taking a temporary safety measure at least until the potholes are filled.