Moose FM CHPB 98.1 - Cochrane

No snowplowing on northern roads lead to roads being closed, not the weather according to Temiskaming-Cochrane MPP John Vanthof. He asked the Minister of Transportation in the legislature yesterday, are the contracts for highway maintenance up to snuff? Is the privatization scheme not working? Vanthof noted that the spring snow storm dumped 26cm of snow in Timmins and not one plow was out on the roads making for dangerous driving. Many roads in the area had to be closed not because of the accumulation of snow but because no plows were out on northern roads. The minister said he will review the procedures and get back to him.

The Anglican Diocese of Moosonee will become the Mission Area of Moosonee on the retirement of Bishop Tom Corston. Bishop Corston announced his retirement effective December 31^st to his wide-flung congregations over the weekend. Bishop Corston said in his letter to the diocese that it was a difficult decision to make, but he feels that the diocese will once again have a bishop. Bishop Corston’s decision came as a shock to many in the diocese as there was silence in many parishes where the letter was read. The Diocese of Moosonee extends from Kirkland Lake in the south to Longlac and Geraldton in the west, to the James Bay Coast in the north and into Rouyn and Val D’or in the east.

Residents of Iroquois Falls are reminded that a burning permit is required for ALL outdoor burning effective April 1st. That includes burning in outdoor fireplaces and campfires. Grass burning is not allowed within town limits. If you would like to get a burning permit, just stop by the town hall. Those caught burning wtihout a permit will be fined and could also be held liable for any costs incured to extinguishing the fire and any damages resulting from the burning. The cost for an annual outdoor fireplace or campfire is $20.00. A daily outdoor fireplace or campfire will cost you $5.00.  A two-week grass burning permit is $10.00 and an annual campground permit costs $100.00. For more information contact the fire prevention office.