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Ontario Raising Speed Limits on Most Provincial Highways
Speed limits of 110 km/hour to be in place on 89 per cent of provincial highways by the end
Ontario and Canada Making Homes More Affordable in Toronto
Development Charge Reduction Program will support housing-enabling infrastructure projects while reducing the cost of building many new homes by
Ontario Investing Over $3 Million to Restore Wetlands and Protect Communities Against Floods
Provincial funding will support Ducks Unlimited Canada work to strengthen flood resilience and improve wildlife habitat The Ontario government is
Ontario Investing $60 Million to Upgrade Student Learning Resources
New digital learning platform will improve student experience with interactive tools and real-time insights The Ontario government is investing $60
Ontario to Revitalize Terry Fox Visitor Centre in Thunder Bay
Upgrades to visitor centre, outdoor grounds and monument will improve visitor experience and honour a great Canadian’s legacy The Ontario
Ontario Expanding Small Modular Reactor Supply Chain into European Markets
New agreement with GE Vernova Hitachi and Velan will power new nuclear projects and build new manufacturing facility in
Ontario and Waterloo Region Appealing Court Decision on Kitchener Encampment
Appeal is necessary to support public safety and advance construction of a key regional transit hub On Tuesday, June 16,
Funeral Service for OPP Provincial Constable Tarun Bali
A police funeral service for Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Provincial Constable Tarun Bali will be held on Thursday, June
Ontario Launches Fortress North America Plan
Premier visited Washington to argue for increased co-operation across North America and for a stronger CUSMA trade agreement On June
Ontario Ramping Up Financial Penalties to Crack Down on Illegal Ticket Resellers
Province increasing administrative penalties up to $25,000 As part of its plan to protect Ontario consumers and families, the government
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Fundraising Arena Breakfast is One for the Books
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland That dynamite combo of the Grafton Men's Friday Breakfast Team and a supportive community have come
Video – Photo Gallery – Chris Leather Officially Sworn In as 14th Chief of the Cobourg Police Service
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGN8MJmfsVQ With the sound of bagpipes echoing through Victoria Hall, Chris Leather was officially sworn in Thursday afternoon as the
Construction Begins August 4 on Grafton Urban Rehabilitation Project
Northumberland County will begin urban renewal construction in Grafton on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, with work expected to continue
Habitat in Action Week Brings Northumberland Together Through Learning, Service and Community
Habitat for Humanity Northumberland's inaugural Habitat in Action Week brought together businesses, volunteers, families, donors, community leaders and residents
Municipality of Port Hope to Welcome New Director of Corporate Initiatives
The Municipality of Port Hope is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Pahor as the new Director of
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OPP – Nearly 1.7 Tonnes of Illegal Drugs Seized in One of the Largest Drug Busts by Weight in Ontario
Drugs Seized Valued at More Than $139 Million A multi-jurisdictional, cross-border investigation resulted in the seizure of nearly 1.7 tonnes
Video – Photo Gallery – Chris Leather Officially Sworn In as 14th Chief of the Cobourg Police Service
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGN8MJmfsVQ With the sound of bagpipes echoing through Victoria Hall, Chris Leather was officially sworn in Thursday afternoon as the
Video – Photo Gallery – Wind, Water and Waves Put on a Show Along Cobourg’s Waterfront
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Is513bBIi74 Wind, water and waves defined the day in Cobourg on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. Strong north winds whipped Lake Ontario
Video – Photo Gallery – St. Lawrence II: A Tall Ship Built for Adventure, Teamwork and Discovery
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p3AJXr3xOMY The sight of a tall ship sailing into Cobourg Harbour is always a welcome one. The St. Lawrence II stopped
Video – Photo Gallery – Grafton Legion Celebrates Royal Canadian Legion’s 100th Anniversary
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJbn5RMlA9Y The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 580 in Grafton welcomed members of the community on Friday, July 17, to celebrate
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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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Video – Soccer Fans Turn Pickup Truck into Outdoor Viewing Party in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhpBaIX8LTo A day at the beach in Cobourg didn't stop one group of friends and family from catching one of
Local Players, Coach Part of New GMHL Team in Brighton
By Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Greater Metro Jr. A Hockey League will have a second team in Northumberland County for
World-Class Achievement Recognized at Annual CDSHF Induction
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland A seventh contingent of star athletes has been inducted into the Cobourg and District Sports Hall
Marc Mercier’s Hockey Journey from Timmins to Toronto, Cobourg and Cambridge Too
By – David McPherson/Ontario Hockey Association COLLINGWOOD, ON – Ontario Hockey Association Chairman Marc Mercier and Ontario Junior Hockey League
Video – A Dream Come True for Cobourg Hockey Player Picked in the First Round of the OHL Draft
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mq52lR02ATE What a week it has been for Cobourg's Lauchlan Whelan. The 15-year-old hockey standout is still trying to take it