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Ontario Doubling Fire Protection Grant to Protect More Firefighters
Province helping to expand cancer prevention initiatives and improve safety for lithium-ion battery related emergencies As part of its plan
Province Launching Protect Ontario Financing Program to Support Sectors Impacted by U.S. Tariffs
$1 billion program will deliver on province’s commitment to protect workers and critical supply chains On August 13, 2025, the
Ontario Releases 2025–26 First Quarter Finances
Government remains focused on protecting Ontario and making the province the most competitive economy in the G7 On Wednesday, August
Durham Teacher Elected ETFO President Kawartha Pine Ridge Teacher Elected Vice President
Durham teacher David Mastin was elected president of the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) at today’s Annual Meeting. Mastin
Increased Military Traffic across GTA, Northern, Central & Eastern Ontario
Canadian Army Reserve personnel from 32 and 33 Canadian Brigade Groups will conduct transport and supply convoys on roads
ETFO Announces Its 2024-2025 Award Winners
Every day, Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) members and other individuals make outstanding contributions to curriculum development, the
ETFO Bringing Class Size Fight to Bargaining Table
In the spring, the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) surveyed its 84,000 members to gather input to determine
Ontario Investing $7.7 Million to Support Indian Residential School Survivors
Applications now open for communities and organizations that provide supports to survivors and their families impacted by burial investigations The
Ontario Renews Calls for Removal of Duties on Softwood Lumber Exports
On Friday, August 8, 2025, Kevin Holland, Associate Minister of Forestry and Forest Products; Mike Harris, Minister of Natural
Ontario Investing $56.8 Million to Expand Nursing Enrollment
The Ontario government is continuing to deliver on its plan to protect the province’s health-care system by investing $56.8
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Upcoming Enbridge Emergency Response Exercise at Cobourg Creek
(Today's Northumberland file photo) The Town of Cobourg would like to inform residents of an Enbridge Pipelines emergency exercise taking
Northumberland County Paramedics Praised at County Council
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland With Wednesday's meeting of Northumberland County council falling during Paramedics Week, Warden Bob
RFP to be Issued for Northumberland County Fire Dispatch
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The tendering for a new co-ordinated fire dispatch service for the seven municipalities of Northumberland County
Wesleyville Benefits Described for County Council
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The benefits of the Wesleyville nuclear-power project to the community, and the challenges
Wesleyville Project Brings Problems as Well as Benefits
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland An exhaustive report on the Wesleyville project by Watson & Associates Economists Ltd.
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Video – Photo Gallery – King Street Medical Centre Offers Many Benefits
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IiL9deH2cQ Businessman Max Klaczkowski is very proud of the medical-arts building he owns at 316 King St. E. in Cobourg,
Video – Photo Gallery – Students Showcase Creativity and Innovation at St. Joseph During Catholic Education Week
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32dfVI31rXU Students at St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School put their creativity and investigative skills on display as part of Catholic
Video – Photo Gallery – Cobourg Residents Get Sneak Peek at Summer Flowers During Greenhouse Open House
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erFrGq4-OGQ More than 100 people toured Cobourg’s municipal greenhouses on Saturday for an annual open house showcasing the flowers and
Video – Photo Gallery – Barn Fire Causes Over $1 Million Damage in Alnwick/Haldimand Township
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7i7hIhwkkU Damage is estimated at more than $1 million following a massive barn fire in Alnwick/Haldimand Township on Saturday, May
Video – Photo Gallery – Stories of Fallen Officer Paint an Heroic Portrait
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JbRwC-jCjv0 By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The heroic legacy left behind by Ontario Provincial Police Sgt. Brandon Malcolm was shared in loving
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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’s Clow, Whelan at OHL Futures Camp
(Quinte Red Devils graphic) Cobourg’s Trent Clow and Lauchlan Whelan are among 120 participants at the Ontario Hockey League’s Futures
Video – Photo Gallery – Grand Opening of The Dink Den Social Club/Pickleball in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50iIBjnVD2Y The fast-growing sport of pickleball has a brand-new home in Northumberland County. The Dink Den, Cobourg’s ONLY indoor pickleball club,
Local Players Win OHF U13 Championship with Quinte Red Devils
(Quinte Red Devils photo) Cobourg’s Kade Whelan and Port Hope’s William Beebe recently captured the Ontario Hockey Federation U13 AAA
Video – Photo Gallery – Friendly Rivalry on Ice at Port Hope Firefighters Tournament
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWxG-MiZ9k4 The sound of skates cutting across the ice and laughter from the benches filled the Jack Burger Sports Complex
Video – Photo Gallery – Northumberland Stars Win GMHL Russell Cup Championship
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kuZ6Lj9CWZs Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Northumberland Stars shined as the top team in the Greater Metro Jr. A Hockey League this