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Government Continuing to Deliver on Mandate to Protect Ontario
Fall legislature concludes with the passage of 12 bills that will protect Ontario workers, businesses and communities The Legislative Assembly
Statement from the Chief Medical Officer of Health Concerning Respiratory Virus Season
On Tuesday, December 9, 2025, Dr. Kieran Moore, Chief Medical Officer of Health, issued the following update on respiratory
Ontario Taking Action to Improve Student Achievement
Province launches expert advisory body to examine EQAO testing and student outcomes The Ontario government is appointing an advisory body
Ontario Investing $19.5 Million to Establish the Centre for Fusion Energy
New centre will leverage Ontario’s nuclear advantage to advance clean energy research and keep Ontario competitive in the global
Ontario Investing $17.5 Million in Innovative Community Programs and Services
Investment will support 257 non-profit organizations across the province to create jobs and build stronger communities The Ontario government is
Ontario Greenlights Pickering Nuclear Generating Station Refurbishment to Create Nearly 37,000 Jobs
Project will protect Ontario workers and secure province’s place as a global energy superpower On November 26, 2025, Minister Stephen
Province Cracking Down on Dangerous Driving to Protect People on Ontario Roadways
Proposed measures would keep high-risk drivers off the road and strengthen penalties for serious offences As part of a package
Ontario Opens Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment Hub in Belleville
Province supporting community safety and addiction recovery with 28 HART Hubs delivering care across Ontario The Ontario government is expanding
Recipients of the 2024 Ontario Medals for Police and Firefighter Bravery
Ontario Medal for Police Bravery was created in 1975 and recognizes acts of extraordinary courage and bravery performed by
Remembrance Day Learning Resources Coming to Ontario Schools
On Friday, November 21, 2025, Paul Calandra, Minister of Education, issued the following statement on providing new resources for
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Habitat in Action Week Brings Northumberland Together Through Learning, Service and Community
Habitat for Humanity Northumberland's inaugural Habitat in Action Week brought together businesses, volunteers, families, donors, community leaders and residents
Municipality of Port Hope to Welcome New Director of Corporate Initiatives
The Municipality of Port Hope is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Pahor as the new Director of
Community Celebrates 10th Annual Incredible Doctors’ Cook-Off by Raising More Than $145,000 for Campbellford Memorial Hospital
The Campbellford Memorial Hospital (CMH) Foundation and Auxiliary are pleased to announce that the 10th Annual Incredible Doctors' Cook-Off raised
Cultivate and SONG Launch Growing Stages to Support Northumberland’s Next Generation of Musicians
New partnership gives local youth artists a pathway to perform at Cultivate Festival Northumberland has always been a place where
Win Tickets to the Opening Night of “Gaslight at the Capitol Theatre
You and a guest could win tickets to the opening night of GASLIGHT at the Capitol Theatre in Port
- Photo Galleries
Video – Photo Gallery – Wind, Water and Waves Put on a Show Along Cobourg’s Waterfront
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Is513bBIi74 Wind, water and waves defined the day in Cobourg on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. Strong north winds whipped Lake Ontario
Video – Photo Gallery – St. Lawrence II: A Tall Ship Built for Adventure, Teamwork and Discovery
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p3AJXr3xOMY The sight of a tall ship sailing into Cobourg Harbour is always a welcome one. The St. Lawrence II stopped
Video – Photo Gallery – Grafton Legion Celebrates Royal Canadian Legion’s 100th Anniversary
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJbn5RMlA9Y The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 580 in Grafton welcomed members of the community on Friday, July 17, to celebrate
Video – Photo Gallery – Firefighters Spend Second Day Extinguishing Stubborn Straw Fire Near Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1dUJJPJJef8 Firefighters from the Cobourg Fire Department and Hamilton Township Fire Department spent most of Friday, July 17, extinguishing persistent
Breaking News – Video – Photo Gallery – Firefighters Spend Nearly 10 Hours Battling Massive Straw Fire in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mcw3MrCbul0 It was a long and exhausting day for firefighters after a massive straw fire broke out in the east
- 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
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Video – Soccer Fans Turn Pickup Truck into Outdoor Viewing Party in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhpBaIX8LTo A day at the beach in Cobourg didn't stop one group of friends and family from catching one of
Local Players, Coach Part of New GMHL Team in Brighton
By Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Greater Metro Jr. A Hockey League will have a second team in Northumberland County for
World-Class Achievement Recognized at Annual CDSHF Induction
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland A seventh contingent of star athletes has been inducted into the Cobourg and District Sports Hall
Marc Mercier’s Hockey Journey from Timmins to Toronto, Cobourg and Cambridge Too
By – David McPherson/Ontario Hockey Association COLLINGWOOD, ON – Ontario Hockey Association Chairman Marc Mercier and Ontario Junior Hockey League
Video – A Dream Come True for Cobourg Hockey Player Picked in the First Round of the OHL Draft
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mq52lR02ATE What a week it has been for Cobourg's Lauchlan Whelan. The 15-year-old hockey standout is still trying to take it