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Oshawa Power and Lakefront Utilities Announce New Partnership
Oshawa Power and Lakefront Utilities have announced a new partnership, with Oshawa Power providing electric distribution operational leadership assistance
HKPR District Health Unit – Situational Assessment Report on the Drug Poisoning Crisis Now Available
Report promotes a collaborative four pillar approach to address community safety interventions. In partnership with the HKLN Drug Strategy, the
Update – Ontario’s Fifth Working for Workers Act Receives Royal Assent
Changes will open pathways into the skilled trades, remove barriers to employment, support frontline heroes, protect workers and support women
Breaking News – Northumberland County Social Service Workers Unanimously Vote to Authorize Strike
As poverty deepens and more people in Northumberland County need support to navigate the cost-of-living crisis, community social services
Video – Hamilton Township Firefighter Was the Spark for Change
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IGQ2fDZtOzw (group photo from the left: Ontario Professional Fire Fighter Association Occupational Disease Chair Gavin Jackln, Ontario Professional Fire Fighter
Ontario Calls for Immediate Federal Action on Bail Reform
Province seeking to close revolving door of justice and keep communities safe The Ontario government is calling on the federal
Ontario Welcomes $155 Million Boost to Province’s Growing Electric Vehicle Supply Chain
The Ontario government is welcoming an investment of over $155 million by Hanon Systems, a global automotive parts supplier,
Free Flu Shot and New COVID-19 Vaccines Now Available Across Ontario
RSV immunizations available November 4, expanded program will protect more infants and high risk children Starting Monday, October 28, 2024,
Video – Grand Opening of Port Hope Walk-In Clinic
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tvpYur-i_xI The Port Hope Medical Walk-in Clinic held its grand opening on Thursday, October 24, 2024. A soft launch was held
Video – Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Campaign Begins
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_sKRH8hjmo Royal Canadian Legion branches in Cobourg and Port Hope held their annual tradition by pinning the first Poppy on
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Campbellford Memorial Hospital’s Laboratory Reports Record Testing Volumes and Strong Performance in 2025
Campbellford Memorial Hospital (CMH) is highlighting the significant work and performance of its Laboratory Services following the release of
Cobourg Hopes to Set Up Daytime Warming Hub
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Check the agenda for Cobourg's next council meeting to get the details of a potential daytime
Christmas Miracle in Brighton Revealed
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Northumberland County Councillor Brian Ostrander shared details of a true Christmas miracle with his fellow councillors
Time To Get Your Casino Royale Tickets
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Community Care Northumberland reminds everyone that Feb. 12 is fast approaching – the date of their
Northumberland Hills Hospital Invites Public Input on Master Plan
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Northumberland Hills Hospital has announced Jan. 28 (5 PM) as the date of its third virtual
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Video – Photo Gallery – A Memorable Canadian Winter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DYIR5kDtiE Another dousing of the white stuff kept emergency services busy throughout Northumberland County on Monday, January 19, 2026. Numerous vehicles
Video – Photo Gallery – No Injuries After Transport Collides with Antique Store North of Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_M7La7LIdvs There were no injuries after a transport truck struck a pickup truck before slamming into a antique Store in
Video – Photo Gallery – Memorable Winter in Northumberland County
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jg8pmC7bhQo It’s been a memorable winter for those who enjoy the outdoors in Northumberland County. The area has been inundated with
Video – Photo Gallery – Brian McFarlane Showcases Art, Talks Hockey in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ij9yzueUTHg Legendary hockey broadcaster Brian McFarlane was on hand at the Northumberland Arts Gallery & Shop in Port Hope on
Video – Photo Gallery – Memorable Wedding Photos on Cobourg Pier
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7EBaPJOqFk It was a beautiful day for a wedding on Friday, January 9, 2026 in Cobourg. A Peterborough couple came down
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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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Local Players in OHL U16 Showcase in Peterborough This Week
Trent Clow and Lauchlan Whelan will compete Tuesday and Wednesday at the Ontario Hockey League’s U16 Top Prospects Showcase
Current Competes at World Cross Country Running Championships, Signs Nike Contract
Kate Current, originally from Precious Corners just north of Cobourg, competed for Canada in the mixed relay at the
Cobourg Cougars Head Into New Year with Lengthy Losing Streak
The Cobourg Cougars junior A hockey club will look to reverse its fortunes after the calendar flips to 2026. Following
Port Hope’s Owen Beck Scores First NHL Goal
(Photo courtesy of Montreal Canadiens) In his 21st NHL game, Port Hope’s Owen Beck scored the first goal of his
OJHL Prospect Series will have games in Cobourg and Feature Local Players
Rosters were announced recently for the Zach Hyman Ontario Junior Hockey League Prospect Series and feature a number of