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Ontario Investing $1.3 Billion to Protect Manufacturing Workers and Jobs
Province enhancing and expanding tax credit to attract manufacturing investments to Ontario As part of its plan to protect Ontario,
Ontario Boosting Local Emergency Preparedness
Province investing additional $5 million to protect communities and improve emergency response capabilities The Ontario government is taking action to
Ontario Taking Action to Strengthen Local Governance
Province re-introducing legislation to create a standardized municipal code of conduct On May 1, 2025, the Ontario government is protecting
Ontario Protecting Communities and Victims of Crime
New measures will address intimate partner violence, protect children and support victims of human trafficking On May 1, 2025, the
Ontario Taking Action to Protect Parks and Public Spaces
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Province re-introducing legislation to help municipalities end encampments while continuing to invest in safe and supportive
Ontario Strengthening Bail to Protect Communities from Criminals
Province working to keep violent repeat offenders behind bars and protect victims of crime The Ontario government is proposing changes
Ontario Fighting Auto Theft by Cracking Down on Car Thieves
New legislation would allow police to search and seize keyless entry devices As part of a series of proposed changes to protect
Premier Ford Issues Statement on Federal Election Results
(Today's Northumberland file photo) On Tuesday, April 29, 2025, Premier Doug Ford issued the following statement to mark the results
Ontario Taking Tough-on-Crime Approach to Protect Communities from Criminals
Proposed changes would strengthen courts and increase resources for prosecution The Ontario government is proposing changes to improve public safety by
Ontario Investing $20 Million to Support Festivals and Events
Investment will celebrate Canadian culture and boost local tourism and economies The Ontario government is investing nearly $20 million in
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- Local News
Update – Breaking News – Person Killed After Being Struck by Train
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FyBMZLr7Mx4 Members of the Cobourg Police Service are currently on scene conducting an active investigation in the area of the
Breaking News – Emergency Services Attend Rail Crossing in Cobourg
Emergency services were dispatched to the area of the CN Rail crossing on Burnham Street just north of King
Video – St. Mary Students Do Their Part to Help Save the Environment
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kp35wXS862Y St. Mary Secondary students brought the classroom to the waterfront on Friday, June 6, 2025 to learn more about
Town of Cobourg Marks Pride Month with Flag Raising Ceremony
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dL8s7vgoP84 The Town of Cobourg kicked off Pride Month on Friday, June 6 with the raising of the Pride flag
2025 Summer Program Registration Information and Upcoming Spring Recreation Experience Survey
With summer just around the corner, the Community Services Department is very pleased to share exciting upcoming program opportunities. Thank
- Photo Galleries
Former Transition House in Cobourg Up For Sale
The former Transition House located at 10 Chapel Street is officially up for sale in Cobourg. The property is listed
Video – Volunteer Members with OCEAP Train in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A--jHB46SIs Lost in the woods and yelling for help hoping you'll be found. That scenario, along with others took place on
Video – Neighbouring Fire Departments Get Hands On Extrication Training
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rMYwh0-WSR4 Cobourg and Hamilton Township Fire Services spent Friday, May 24, 2025 practicing extrication training at Chadwick’s Towing Yard. Hamilton Township
Video – Proud Parents Show Off Their Young at Nawautin Sanctuary
After what seemed like a long wait, at least seven cygnets came into this world on Monday, May 19,
Video – Always Something New at Nawautin Sanctuary
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WaabYyHL6iw There is no rush when watching natures creatures. Nawautin Sanctuary always has something new to see - it just takes
- 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
- Sports
- AllBaseballHockey
Video – Sprints Highlight a Night of Racing at Brighton Speedway
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OE_JAaqROtQ Empire Super Sprints First Visit to Brighton The dirt track at Brighton Speedway saw some action on the last chilly
Wakely Advances with Barrie Colts in OHL Playoffs
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Port Hope’s Dalyn Wakely and the Barrie Colts have advanced to the Ontario Hockey League’s Eastern
Wakely and Miedema to Meet in Game 7 with OHL Clubs
(Photo gallery) The second-round Ontario Hockey League playoff series between the Kingston Frontenacs and Barrie Colts is heading to a
Local Players Facing Off in OHL Playoff Series
Cobourg’s Ethan Miedema of the Kingston Frontenacs and Port Hope’s Dalyn Wakely of the Barrie Colts are currently squaring
Video – 17th Annual Port Hope Firefighters Association Hockey Tournament
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxPUhl56_Ck The 17th annual Port Hope Firefighters Association Hockey Tournament kicked off on Friday night at the Jack Burger Sports