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Ontario Building More Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Expansion of provincial charging network will help get more EV drivers on the road The Ontario government is providing more
ETFO Members’ 95 Percent Strike Mandate Sends Resounding Message to Government
On October 18, 2023, the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) announced that its teacher and occasional teacher members
Ontario Continues to Cut Red Tape to Improve Services and Save Businesses Time and Money
The Less Red Tape, More Common Sense Act, 2023 would, if passed, build on the Ontario government’s continued efforts
Ontario Enhancing Greenbelt Protections
Proposal would restore previously removed lands to the Greenbelt and ensure future changes can only be made through legislation On
Ontario Building More Supportive Housing in Oshawa
Provincial investment will support youth experiencing homelessness in the community The Ontario government is providing over $4.9 million to help
Ontario Raising Minimum Wage October 1 to Support Workers
Increase to $16.55 an hour follows passage of government’s third Working for Workers Act this week David Piccini, Minister of
Ontario’s Agreement on a Process That Keeps Students in School Approved by OSSTF
On Wednesday, September 27, 2023, Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education, issued the following statement on the Ontario Secondary School
Ontario Holding Landowners Accountable to Commitments to Build Homes
Province starting process to return Ajax site to Greenbelt while reinforcing expectations to other landowners and home builders The Ontario
ETFO Files for Conciliation in Effort to Reach Fair Agreements
Given the unacceptably slow pace of bargaining, earlier today the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) advised school board
“Third Party Update” Cause of Issue During Recent Amber Alert Involving Abducted Infant
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has said a "third party update" was the issue which impacted the release of
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Christmas at The Colborne Art Gallery
By Rosanne Dolan, Colborne Art Gallery artist and liaison The final art exhibition of 2025 at the Colborne Art Gallery
EarlyON Northumberland Discovery Passport Contest Returns
Families with young children are invited to embark on a new adventure this month with the return of the
Community Care Northumberland’s Ninth Annual Adopt a Grandparent Program Begins
For the ninth consecutive year, Community Care Northumberland will support seniors throughout the county this holiday season through the organization’s
The Capitol Theatre in Port Hope Announces 2026 Season
10 Canadian shows, five world premieres, three musicals, and more! Rob Kempson, Artistic Director of The Capitol Theatre Port Hope,
Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie Campaign Supports Northumberland Humane Society
Cobourg & Colborne stores join together November 17–23 to help local animals in need The Northumberland Humane Society (NHS) is
- Photo Galleries
Video – Photo Gallery – Unveiling of National Memorial to the Fallen in Kingston
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkmA9fTa6hg A monument honouring fallen soldiers throughout Canada’s history was unveiled in Kingston on Saturday, November 1, 2025. The memorial kiosk
Video – Port Hope Man “Outraged” Over Halloween Decoration
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2UabMKE2QTk A Port Hope man said he’s “outraged” when he saw a Halloween decoration on his neighbours property. Jordan Knight was
Video – Photo Gallery – Port Hope Police Hold Multi-Agency Scenario at High School
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2esV8V3Xs8 Port Hope Police held a training session at Port Hope High School on Monday, October 27, 2025. Members of the
Video – Tense Moments on Highway 401 East of Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6JmI72TGfk A few tense moments on Highway 401 east of Port Hope on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. At approximately 1 p.m.
Video – Blue Jays Watch Party in Port Hope for Game 2 of the World Series
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBGGdvSsnsg For anyone planning to watch the Blue Jays this Saturday, October 25, 2025 you’re welcome to join in on
- 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
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OJHL Prospect Series will have games in Cobourg and Feature Local Players
Rosters were announced recently for the Zach Hyman Ontario Junior Hockey League Prospect Series and feature a number of
Oshawa FireWolves of the NLL Sign Contract with Defenseman Kyle Rubisch
The Oshawa FireWolves of the National Lacrosse League (NLL) have agreed to a one-year contract with defenseman Kyle Rubisch,
Video – Mayor Enjoys a Round of Disc Golf in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGuQoOGRDD8 Although he was beat by a rookie, Cobourg Mayor Lucas Cleveland enjoyed a round of disc golf in Cobourg
Panthers Snap Four-Game Losing Skid
After four straight losses to open the Provincial Junior Hockey League season, the Port Hope Panthers got their first
Back-To-Back Losses for Port Hope Panthers to Open PJHL Season
The Trent Hills Thunder scored three unanswered goals in the third period to defeat the Port Hope Panthers 3-2