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Ontario Government to Review Public Holiday Rules
May 7, 2018 Ontario will conduct a review of the public holiday system under Part X of the Employment Standards
The Director of the Former Prince Edward County Children’s Aid Society Charged With Multiple Offences – OPP
(ORILLIA, ON) - The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Picton resident following allegations of wrongdoing in connection
Ontario Passes Legislation to Transform Adult Correctional System
May 3, 2018 Improving Conditions and Increasing Transparency to Create Better Outcomes Ontario is taking action to transform the adult correctional
Ontario Expanding Mental Health and Addictions Support for Youth
May 3, 2018 Six New Youth Wellness Hubs Will Help Up To 12,000 Youth Ontario is investing in six new youth
Worker Killed on Cheese Production Line in Trenton, Company Fined $150,000
Convicted: Saputo Dairy Products GP. Corporate Headquarters: 6869, Métropolitain Est Montréal, Québec, a company which produces different cheese types. Location: The
Better Protections for Renters
Ontario’s Standard Lease in Effect as of April 30 Ontario is increasing protections for renters with an easy-to-understand standard lease
Lowering Wait Times in Ontario Hospitals
Historic Investments and Innovative Programs Making Better Care Available to Patients Faster Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne was at Sunnybrook Health
Fair Wages to Protect Workers
April 17, 2018 New Legislation Would Enable Minimum Pay Rates for Private-Sector Contractors Ontario will introduce legislation today that would ensure
Ontario Boosting Tourism Through Festivals and Events
Support for Local Festivals and Events Creating Jobs, Building Vibrant Communities Ontario is supporting festivals and events in Northumberland to
More Care for Seniors, More Options for Families
More Care for Seniors, More Options for Families Ontario Investing More Than $3.3 Billion in Supports for Seniors and Caregivers April
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Police Will Be Freezing for a Reason at the 2026 Polar Plunge on March 22
Cobourg Police Service, Port Hope Police Service, and Community Living & Respite Northumberland once again team up to support
Overnight Snow Removal in Port Hope
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Residents and business owners are advised that Municipal road crews will be operating in the downtown
2026 Business Achievement Awards Call for Business Nominations
Organizers Announce New Award Categories The Northumberland Central Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Cobourg are pleased to announce
Cobourg Fire Department’s Antique Pumper Now Part of Canadian Fire Fighters Museum
Cobourg Fire Department’s 1932 Seagrave Pumper is now part of the Canadian Fire Fighters Museum (CFFM) display of vintage
Port Hope Council Wants Long-Delayed EDI Policy Completed
An Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity Strategy with an Anti-Oppression Framework report left Port Hope council members wanting more at
- Photo Galleries
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
- 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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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