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Ontario Government to Break Down Barriers to Better Patient Care
Renewed, connected and sustainable health care system will reduce hallway health care by focusing resources on patient needs Christine Elliott,
Minister’s Statement Regarding Hydro One
Minister of Energy, Northern Development and Mines Greg Rickford released the following statement on Hydro One executive compensation: "Ontario's Government
Ontario Adds New Rest Area on Highway 401
The Ontario Government is improving road safety along Highway 401 with the opening of a new rest area for
Honouring Police Heroes of the Danforth Shooting In Toronto
Sylvia Jones, Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services, issued the following statement today: "While most of Toronto froze with
Ontario’s Government Breathes New Life to Waterfront Site
The Ontario Government is working quickly on making progress in bringing Ontario Place back to life, and making it
Ontario Gets Highest Grade Ever in Red Tape Reduction Efforts
CFIB recognizes government for moving fast to reduce regulatory burden on businesses Ontario received the province’s highest grade ever in
Ontario Added 41,400 Jobs in January
Government is working for the people to support job creators and workers The Ontario Government is working for the people
Ontario Government Appoints MPP for Peterborough-Kawartha as a Special Advisor for Ontario Parks
Government Moves to Expand and Promote Access to Provincial Parks The Ontario Government is taking action on its commitment to
Ontario Takes Decisive Action to Help More Families with Autism
Will clear waitlist for autism services and provide direct financial supports for families of 23,000 children previously denied funding
Helping Ontario Farmers Affected by Wildlife and Weather Succeed
Updates to Wildlife Damage Compensation and Commodity Loan Guarantee Programs Will Reduce Challenges for Farmers The Government of Canada and
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Video – Photo Gallery – Mighty Ganaraska River Covered in Layer of Snow and Ice
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Wfbz00Q6OU The mighty Ganaraska River seems to be mostly covered in a layer of ice through downtown Port Hope. The ice
Lower Trent Conservation Welcomes New Chair and Vice-Chair
Lower Trent Conservation is pleased to announce the appointment of our new Board leadership: Sherri Hamilton of Cramahe as Chair,
Enjoy Complimentary Access at All YMCA Northumberland Locations this Family Day
Celebrate Family Day with us—everyone is welcome to enjoy Complimentary Access at all YMCA Northumberland locations for the day.
NHH Board Says Include Health Care in Wesleyville Planning
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland With all the intricate planning that will go into the new Wesleyville nuclear
Update – Municipality of Port Hope – Appeal Withdrawn on 65 Ward Street
(Today's Northumberland file photo) The Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) has advised the Municipality that the appellants, Southbridge Health Care GP
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Video – Photo Gallery – Mighty Ganaraska River Covered in Layer of Snow and Ice
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Wfbz00Q6OU The mighty Ganaraska River seems to be mostly covered in a layer of ice through downtown Port Hope. The ice
With the Help from the Cobourg Community, LCBO Staff Save Man’s Life and Reunite Him with Family
By Cecilia Nasmith/Pete Fisher The staff at the LCBO at Northumberland Mall not only saved a man's life, they restored
Video – Photo Gallery – In My Opinion – Be Proud Northumberland County – Be Canadian Proud
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbygVjlGUiM Since Afghanistan, Northumberland County residents have lined the bridges along the Highway of Heroes paying their respects to our
Video – Photo Gallery – Enjoying The Beauty of a Canadian Winter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46kF_KhdXxY Stunningly beautiful sunset on Sunday, February 1, 2026 in Cobourg. It’s been a truly Canadian winter with the pure white
Video – Photo Gallery – 34th Annual Polar Plunge Raises Funds for Campbellford Memorial Hospital
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5yy1gvZE-o The 34th annual Polar Plunge was held on Saturday, January 31, 2026 in support of Campbellford Memorial Hospital. Approximately $40,000
- 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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Northumberland Breakers Undertow 16U Girls Volleyball Wins Gold
The Northumberland Breakers Undertow 16U girls volleyball team captured the gold medal on Sunday, February 8, 2026, with an
Video – Port Hope Panthers Beat Trent Hills Thunder in PJHL Action
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGgeTMsiSl4 It was Emergency Services Night as the Port Hope Panthers beat Trent Hills Thunder in PJHL action at the
Video – Still Room for Teams at the Upcoming 2026 Castleton Cup
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fxq89xEGLbk A perfect winters evening at the Castleton Sports Club on Friday, February 7, 2026. With snow falling and the lights
Brighton to Hold Watch Party for Olympian Hallie Clarke
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Brighton native Hallie Clarke is getting set to compete at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics in
West Northumberland Curling Club Member Competing at Scotties Tournament of Hearts
Kristina (Adams) Brauch of the West Northumberland Curling Club is set to play for Team Newfoundland and Labrador at