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Protect Ontario by Cutting Red Tape
The following proposed changes are included in the Protect Ontario by Cutting Red Tape Act, 2025 and the broader
Ontario Securing Affordable Energy for Future Generations
New legislation will drive investment, enable more ‘Buy Canadian’ and create jobs The Ontario government is taking decisive action to
Protecting the Good Things that Grow in Ontario
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Support local communities by buying locally grown and made food Protecting Ontario’s local agriculture and food industry
OFL Commemorates First Official Injured Workers’ Day and Demands Recognition Be Met with Justice
One year after celebrating the successful second reading of the Injured Workers’ Day Bill, the Ontario Federation of Labour
Ontario to Introduce Legislation to Strengthen School Board Oversight
New measures would also help protect children and youth and promote student success On Thursday, May 29, 2025, Ontario will
Ontario Adjusting Compensation for Members of Provincial Parliament with All-Party Support
Changes also include re-introducing a pension plan to align with federal government and other provinces With the support of all
ETFO Responds to Provincial Government’s Proposal of Police Officers in Schools
Below is a statement from the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) following today’s announcement from Ontario Minister of
Ontario Introduces Seventh Working for Workers Act
New measures help more workers train for in-demand jobs, strengthen worker health and safety and protect workers affected by
Ontario Supporting Recipients of Disability Benefits
Province exempting Canada Disability Benefit as income to protect recipients from benefit reductions The Ontario government intends to exempt the
Ontario Strengthening Emergency Preparedness
New legislation would ensure response plans are tailored to local needs and enshrine Ontario Corps in law The Ontario government
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Video – Four Officers Sworn In As Members of the Port Hope Police Service
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uw6fF-Vk1t0 The Port Hope Police Service gained four new officers at a swearing-in ceremony on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. The swearing-in
Urgent Special Meeting of County Council called for Thursday, June 5th
An urgent special meeting of Northumberland County Council has been called for Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. This
Video – Pergola Torn Down on West End of Promenade in Cobourg Due to Safety Concerns
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zoKMDZ8lHhk As time marches on, crews tore down the pergola on the west end of the promenade by Victoria Beach
YWHO Northumberland Launches Virtual Support Services
On Wednesday, June 4, 2025, Youth Wellness Hub Ontario (YWHO) Northumberland is pleased to announce that youth in Northumberland
Letter to the Editor – Reader Concerned About Seagull Infestation at Victoria Park
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Dear: Mayor Lucas Cleveland Members of the Cobourg Town Council Town of Cobourg 55 King Street West Cobourg, ON K9A 2M2 Dear
- Photo Galleries
Former Transition House in Cobourg Up For Sale
The former Transition House located at 10 Chapel Street is officially up for sale in Cobourg. The property is listed
Video – Volunteer Members with OCEAP Train in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A--jHB46SIs Lost in the woods and yelling for help hoping you'll be found. That scenario, along with others took place on
Video – Neighbouring Fire Departments Get Hands On Extrication Training
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rMYwh0-WSR4 Cobourg and Hamilton Township Fire Services spent Friday, May 24, 2025 practicing extrication training at Chadwick’s Towing Yard. Hamilton Township
Video – Proud Parents Show Off Their Young at Nawautin Sanctuary
After what seemed like a long wait, at least seven cygnets came into this world on Monday, May 19,
Video – Always Something New at Nawautin Sanctuary
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WaabYyHL6iw There is no rush when watching natures creatures. Nawautin Sanctuary always has something new to see - it just takes
- 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
- Sports
- AllBaseballHockey
Video – Sprints Highlight a Night of Racing at Brighton Speedway
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OE_JAaqROtQ Empire Super Sprints First Visit to Brighton The dirt track at Brighton Speedway saw some action on the last chilly
Wakely Advances with Barrie Colts in OHL Playoffs
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Port Hope’s Dalyn Wakely and the Barrie Colts have advanced to the Ontario Hockey League’s Eastern
Wakely and Miedema to Meet in Game 7 with OHL Clubs
(Photo gallery) The second-round Ontario Hockey League playoff series between the Kingston Frontenacs and Barrie Colts is heading to a
Local Players Facing Off in OHL Playoff Series
Cobourg’s Ethan Miedema of the Kingston Frontenacs and Port Hope’s Dalyn Wakely of the Barrie Colts are currently squaring
Video – 17th Annual Port Hope Firefighters Association Hockey Tournament
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxPUhl56_Ck The 17th annual Port Hope Firefighters Association Hockey Tournament kicked off on Friday night at the Jack Burger Sports