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A Plan to Protect Ontario
Ontario’s 2026 Fall Economic Statement continues to protect workers, fortify key industries and secure the good-paying jobs of the
Ontario Future-Proofs Economy by Strengthening Local Utilities
Province levelling-up utilities to improve competitiveness, protect consumers, and support Buy Ontario and Buy Canada policies In the face of
Statement by Ontario Government on Advancing Measures to Safeguard OSAP at Private Postsecondary Institutions
On Tuesday, October 20, 2026, the Minister of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security issued the following statement on
Ontario Enabling Access to Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids
Province giving Ontarians more options to connect to convenient care faster As part of its plan to protect Ontario and
Ontario Strengthening Enforcement Against Illegal Cannabis Retail Operations
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Proposed changes would protect consumers and promote a fair and competitive marketplace The Ontario government intends to
U.S. Softwood Lumber Duties Continue to Increase Costs for American and Canadian Families
On Wednesday, October 14, 2026, Kevin Holland, Associate Minister of Forestry and Forest Products; Mike Harris, Minister of Natural
Ontario Funding More Than 1,500 More Seats at Trent University to Prepare Students for In-Demand Careers
Province’s $1.7 billion investment funding more than 70,000 additional seats in STEM, health care, education and trades The Ontario government
Ontario Developing New Training Requirements for Truck Drivers
(Today's Northumberland file photo) New standardized curriculum will strengthen commercial driver training and keep Ontario roads safe The Ontario government is
Ontario Protecting Workers by Raising Minimum Wage
Minimum wage increasing to $17.95 an hour effective October 1, 2026, marking the second-highest rate among provinces. As of today,
Ontario Opens Kingston HART Hub, Replacing Last Remaining Provincial Drug Injection Site
Province fulfills key commitment in its plan to protect public safety and support lasting addiction recovery As part of its
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REZ GAS Wins the 2026 Carol Bolt Award
Rez Gas by Genevieve Adam and Cale Crowe, developed through Capitol Theatre’s Creators’ Unit, has won the prestigious Carol
Transition House Addresses Allegations Surrounding 310 Division Street Facility
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Transition House has responded to a video circulating with a number of statements. Today’s Northumberland reached out
Lakelands Public Health Noting Increase in Suspected Drug Poisonings in Northumberland County
(Editor's Note: Lakelands Public Health did not indicate what area of Northumberland County, or the number of individuals involved) Lakelands
Video – Photo Gallery – Fleming College Paramedic Students Gain Hands-On Experience During Vehicle Extrication Training in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hk3eu1rtDZQ Twenty-five students from Sir Sandford Fleming College’s Paramedic Program got a hands-on lesson in what it takes to work
Video – Photo Gallery – Members of the Canadian Coast Guard and Military Conduct Search and Rescue Training Off Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1vyQaabBL_4 What an incredible sight on the waters of Lake Ontario just off Cobourg. On Monday, October 26, 2026, members of
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Video – Photo Gallery – Fleming College Paramedic Students Gain Hands-On Experience During Vehicle Extrication Training in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hk3eu1rtDZQ Twenty-five students from Sir Sandford Fleming College’s Paramedic Program got a hands-on lesson in what it takes to work
Video – Photo Gallery – Members of the Canadian Coast Guard and Military Conduct Search and Rescue Training Off Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1vyQaabBL_4 What an incredible sight on the waters of Lake Ontario just off Cobourg. On Monday, October 26, 2026, members of
Video – Lucas Cleveland Re-Elected Cobourg Mayor as Adam Bureau Wins Deputy Mayor Race
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fe-wxTsae1g Cleveland secures second term with 4,524 votes as voters elect three new councillors and send a message to town
Video – Photo Gallery – World Snooker Champion Cliff Thorburn Delights Legion Members in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNrU4Dzkgv8 ‘The Grinder’ shares stories from a legendary career, performs trick shots and reflects on a lifetime in snooker A world
Video – Photo Gallery – Hundreds Gather in Colborne for First Annual Northumberland Witch Walk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vyxo8hHsdw ‘We want to take up space’: Northumberland Witch Walk honours women persecuted throughout history Hundreds of people gathered in Colborne
- Crime
OPP – Nearly 600 Stolen Vehicles Recovered as a Result of Project Vector
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Provincial Auto Theft and Towing (PATT) Team and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)
OPP – Over 30 People Arrested Regarding Auto Thefts
Thirty-four individuals residing in Montréal and the surrounding area have been arrested following a joint forces operation between the
OPP – 274 Illegal Firearms Seized in Record Breaking Drug Bust
Province's largest seizure of handguns and assault-style rifles results in 16 arrests, 279 charges and one wanted person The Ontario
Quinte West OPP – Five People Charged with Murder (Names Released)
Five People Charged with Murder Five people have been charged with murder in connection with a death in early January
Durham Regional Police – Suspect Wanted in Killing of Pickering Casino Security Guard
Investigators have released the name and photo of a male wanted in the killing of a Pickering Casino security
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West Northumberland U15 BB Wild win host Halloween Havoc tournament
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The West Northumberland Wild U15 BB team captured the division championship at its host Halloween Havoc tournament
Video – Photo Gallery – Northumberland Stars Remain Undefeated After Hard-Fought Battle Against Brighton Vikings
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMgboo5XFgU The Northumberland Stars kept their undefeated record intact Friday night, October 23, after defeating the Brighton Vikings in a
Cobourg Cougars Drop Dukes to Continue Strong Play
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland After tallying eight goals during a road win Saturday in Aurora, the Cobourg Cougars netted nine more
Undefeated Northumberland Stars, Brighton Vikings Set to Meet Friday in Colborne
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Two undefeated teams from neighbouring communities will put their perfect Greater Metro Jr. A Hockey League records
Cobourg Cougars Edge Lindsay Muskies in Home Opener
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland It was a fresh start for the new Cobourg Cougars in front of their home fans Monday