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Ontario Prioritizing Labour Market Needs Through 2026 International Student Application Allocation
Province responds to federal reduction in student permits by strengthening key sectors In response to the federal government’s decision to
Ontario’s Most Popular Baby Names for 2024
Olivia and Noah continue to top the charts as Ontario's most popular baby names in 2024. Olivia has clinched
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
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Video – Photo Gallery – It’s a True Canadian Winter As The Snow Just Keeps Coming
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7QB_1trMZg It maybe wasn’t as bad as what it was predicted to be, but we still got slammed with another
Exclusive – Fentanyl Found in Victoria Hall in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PODBTqJcCc0 A random test confirmed traces of Fentanyl found in the men and women’s washrooms of Victoria Hall on Monday,
Downtown Snow Removal Begins at Midnight on Wednesday, January 28
(Today's Northumberland file photo) The Public Works Division will be conducting overnight snow removal in Downtown Cobourg in the early
Another Senior Member of the Cobourg Police Service is Leaving
Chair of the Cobourg Police Service Board, Adam Bureau, has accepted Deputy Chief Jeff Haskins’ intention to retire effective
City of Belleville Declares Significant Weather Event
After reviewing weather reports that the City subscribes to and observing the weather warning issued by Environment Canada which
- Photo Galleries
Video – Photo Gallery – It’s a True Canadian Winter As The Snow Just Keeps Coming
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7QB_1trMZg It maybe wasn’t as bad as what it was predicted to be, but we still got slammed with another
Breaking News – Video – Home Destroyed by Fire in Municipality of Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbwv06v0LGw A family is homeless after fire destroyed their home in the Municipality of Port Hope on Sunday, January 25,
Video – Fast and Furious Take Part in a Fun Day on Rice Lake
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44nqO6QNDkQ The chilly temperatures didn’t stop a number of people heading to Bewdley on Saturday, January 24, 2026 for some
Peterborough County OPP – Four Firearms and Over Two Kilograms of Fentanyl Seized (Names Released)
Seven people are facing several charges after the seizure of a large amount of illicit drugs and four handguns. In
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
- 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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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
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