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Northern fire update Monday, August 20

Monday afternoon the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry issued an update on the fores fire situation.

Timmins campus designated as fire college training centre

Northern College has entered into a partnership with the Ontario Fire College (OFC) to become a Regional Training Centre (RTC) for fire and emergency services.

New Wainfleet fire Chief Morgan Alcock pledges open-door approach

New Wainfleet fire Chief Morgan Alcock is pledging he’ll implement an open-door policy for council members, township staff and members of the public.

'Slow improvement' expected in northwestern Ontario air quality, weather forecasters say

Environment Canada says, despite continuing air quality advisories in northwestern Ontario Sunday, relief from the smoky conditions in western portions of the region could be on the way.

MPP: Arthur Tim Hortons’ fire illustrates need for legislation

QUEEN’S PARK - Perth-Wellington MPP Randy Pettapiece believes that although there was no loss of life in a July 21 fire at Tim Hortons in Arthur, the outcome could have been far worse.

Fire code charges pending following recent blaze

Charges are pending against a Woodstock homeowner following a structure fire where it was determined their smoke and carbon monoxide alarms did not meet Ontario fire code requirements.

Smoked out: City ponders changes to backyard fire bylaw

A woman who says the rules surrounding backyard campfires in Sarnia are too lax has found an ally in Sarnia’s fire chief.

2 taken to hospital for smoke inhalation after Orangeville fire

Orangeville’s fire chief is urging citizens to ensure they have working smoke alarms after two people were taken to hospital following a kitchen fire in town.

Line of Duty ceremony to be held for Topliffe

A retired Windsor firefighter is being remembered for his dedication to the community. Charles Douglas Topliffe, fondly remembered as “Topper”, passed away on Monday after a battle with brain cancer with his family by his side

Fire master plan could bring changes to the Stouffville Fire department

A new fire master plan in the town of Whitchurch-Stouffville could bring some major changes to the town’s fire department. The town has deferred a decision on the plan until the Aug. 28 council meeting.