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Canada and Ontario Investing Nearly $1 Million to Protect Farmers and Food Processors
Provincial and federal funding will help Ontario’s agri-food sector access modern farming solutions to stay competitive and resilient in
EFTO – Education Funding Falls Well Below Inflation, Failing Students
The Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) issued the following statement in response to the provincial government’s 2026-27 core
Ontario Expanding Scope of Practice for Pharmacists and Other Health Professionals
Province allowing pharmacists to administer additional vaccines for six diseases and prescribe for nine more common ailments To protect Ontario’s
Ontario Invests $1.5 Million to Protect Great Lakes and Drive Local Innovation
Provincial investment will help municipalities and First Nations better prepare for extreme weather and growth Ontario is investing $1.5 million
Ontario Reducing Wait Times for Police Record Checks
Proposed changes would support people seeking employment and volunteer roles As part of an upcoming legislative package, the Ontario government
Ontario Lowering Eligibility Age for Life-Saving Colon Cancer Screening
Everyone 45 years of age and older will be eligible to access publicly funded colorectal cancer screening as of
Ontario Helping Connect More Students With Rewarding Careers in the Skilled Trades
Level Up! career fairs will help over 60,000 students and jobseekers learn about good-paying in-demand jobs The Ontario government is
Ontario Completes Major Milestone on G7’s First Small Modular Reactor
2.1-million-pound Basemat installation marks first new nuclear reactor foundation in 30 years, 16 new companies sign on to deliver
Ontario Building Workers’ Memorial at Queen’s Park
Province unveils design concept for new memorial to honour the contributions and sacrifice of construction workers in building Ontario’s
Ontario Investing More Than $20 Million to Support Local Festivals and Events
Investment will celebrate Canadian culture, create jobs and boost local tourism across the province The Ontario government is protecting Canadian
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Video – Quick Action by Security Guard and Staff Prevents Serious Fire at Golden Plough Lodge
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTPtBfLhgOE Cobourg Fire Department responded to the Golden Plough Lodge at 6:37 p.m. for reports of smoke visible from the
Video – Photo Gallery – Tribute Mural Created in Memory Vienna Rose Irwin
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dU3IT5SR2Hs A colourful tribute is taking shape in Cobourg in memory of Vienna Rose Irwin, the little girl whose tragic
Cobourg Woman Questions Police Response After Friend Found Dead Near Whitby GO Station
(Images, Rochelle Walkers last text from her friend/Rochelle Walker and her friend's dog/DRPS Missing Persons Post/Distance from where Rochelle
Joel Scott to Run for Cobourg Town Council
Cobourg resident and community leader Joel Scott proudly announces his candidacy for Town Councillor in the 2026 municipal election.
Port Hope Fire Chief Jason Williams Named 2026 Fire Chief of the Year
At a ceremony last evening, the Ontario Municipal Fire Prevention Officers Association (OMFPOA) named Jason Williams the 2026 Fire
- Photo Galleries
Video – Vehicle Crashes Into Cobourg Apartment Building, Pedestrian Injured
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dpbluGX3x0g One person was taken to hospital after a vehicle drove into the front entrance of an apartment building in
Photo Gallery – Class of 2026 Celebrates During Annual Cobourg Collegiate Institute Prom Parade
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xYZc8qgAklQ Cheers, applause and camera flashes filled the air as students from Cobourg Collegiate Institute celebrated one of the biggest
Video – Photo Gallery – Finding Nature at Nawautin Sanctuary
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9QBMQ0Ru6A From the beginning of May until the 18th Today’s Northumberland spent days taking in the beauty of Nawautin Sanctuary
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
- 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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Cobourg will still have junior A Cougars due to simultaneous OJHL franchise relocations
The Ontario Junior Hockey Hockey announced the simultaneous relocation of two member franchises Friday, including the Cobourg Cougars, ahead
Cobourg Kodiaks Rally to Beat Brooklin in Major Series Lacrosse Action
Aaron Woods scored four times in the third period as part of an 8-6 comeback victory for the Cobourg
Cobourg Kodiaks Routed by Six Nations in MSL Home Opener
Tied at five goals apiece after the first period, the Six Nations Chiefs pulled away during the final two
Port Hope Panthers Coach Hired by Pickering Jr. A Panthers
(Pickering Panthers graphic) The Port Hope Panthers will have a new head coach next Provincial Junior ‘C’ Hockey League season
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