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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
Firefighters Answer the Call — Now Ontario Will Help Pay the Bill
When the call comes in, firefighters don't get to decide whether it is worth responding. They roll. Fire trucks leave the
Ontario Delivering Results in Fight Against Auto Theft
Province investing additional $6 million to help continue downward trend in stolen vehicles Alongside provincial law enforcement partners, the Ontario
Ontario Protecting Workers and Businesses From Latest U.S. Trade Actions
Expanded support program eligibility will help keep workers on the job in impacted sectors In response to the United States
Ontario Launches Call for Proposals to Connect 600,000 More People to Primary Care
New $250 million investment is the next step in the government’s $3.4 billion plan to connect everyone in Ontario
Ontario Investing $1.8 million in Community Projects to Protect the Great Lakes
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Province launches new call for applications to conserve and restore the world’s largest freshwater lake system The
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Video – From Chilly Morning to Glorious Sunset Along Cobourg’s Waterfront
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cz8sTUX1ldQ What began as a chilly autumn morning ended with a spectacular sunset over Lake Ontario on Saturday, October 17,
Video – Photo Gallery – Nearly 100 Turn Out for 13th Annual Kilometers for Kids in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTZgeXmSDeg Despite a chilly, brisk morning, nearly 100 people gathered outside Victoria Hall in Cobourg on Saturday, October 17, for
Video – Photo Gallery – Five Anglers Charged During Salmon Run Patrol Along Ganaraska River
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gexiBkL-lVU Five anglers along the Ganaraska River were charged with fishing in a protected fish sanctuary on Saturday, October 17,
Video – Campfire Burning Inside Cobourg Ecology Garden Gazebo Prompts Early-Morning Fire Response
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NSq9HnVi9XE A campfire burning inside a gazebo at the Cobourg Ecology Garden prompted an early-morning response from Cobourg firefighters on
LeMarchant Blames Cleveland, Council for Victoria Hall High-Rise Dispute
Mayoral candidate says Cobourg taxpayers face legal costs and planning risks as eight-storey development heads to Ontario Land Tribunal Mayoral
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Video – Photo Gallery – Nearly 100 Turn Out for 13th Annual Kilometers for Kids in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTZgeXmSDeg Despite a chilly, brisk morning, nearly 100 people gathered outside Victoria Hall in Cobourg on Saturday, October 17, for
Video – Photo Gallery – Five Anglers Charged During Salmon Run Patrol Along Ganaraska River
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gexiBkL-lVU Five anglers along the Ganaraska River were charged with fishing in a protected fish sanctuary on Saturday, October 17,
Video – Come Join Cobourg’s Ghost Walks — If You Dare
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8PiMqARyOvg As darkness falls over Cobourg, the town’s historic streets take on a different atmosphere, where stories of restless spirits,
Video – Photo Gallery – MNR Officers Patrol Ganaraska River as Salmon Fishing Season Continues
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5FGFhOA0mI Anglers returned to the Ganaraska River on Thursday, October 15, as fishing resumed and the annual salmon run entered
Video – Thanksgiving Spirit On Display As Northumberland Residents Give Generously
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y76rvY3QGDs The Thanksgiving spirit was on full display Saturday in Port Hope as shoppers opened their hearts — and their
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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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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
Northumberland Jacks 16U Makes OBA Championship Tournament Debut
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland A group that began as house league baseball players four years ago, the Northumberland Jacks 16U team
Northumberland Jacks 15U Black Select Team Caps Memorable Season with Top-Eight OBA Finish
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Northumberland Jacks 15U Black Select Team entered the Ontario Baseball Association championship tournament as one of
New-Look Cobourg Cougars Win OJHL Season Opener in Aurora
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Cobourg Cougars opened the 2026-27 Ontario Junior Hockey League regular season Friday night with a 5-2
University Women’s Softball to be Showcased This Weekend in Cobourg
(Ontario University Softball graphic) Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Ontario University Softball is set to launch its 25th season as a league this