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Ontario Further Eases Long-Term Care Home Restrictions
New changes align with progress made under Roadmap to Reopen In line with the move to Step Two of the
Ontario Adding Mental Health Workers to OPP Communications Centres
Ontario Adding Mental Health Workers to OPP Communications Centres The Ontario government is investing $8.4 million over three years in
Northumberland-Peterborough South MPP “Deeply Honoured” With New Position
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qx5L4E6tYcw Premier Doug Ford announced changed to Ontario’s cabinet on Friday, June 18, 2021 that included MPP for Northumberland-Peterborough South
Accelerated Second Dose Eligibility Continues Ahead of Schedule
Over 75 per cent of Ontario Adults Have Received A First Dose of a COVID-19 Vaccine and more than
Ontario Supporting the Identification and Commemoration of Indian Residential School Burial Sites
Province Partnering with Indian Residential School survivors, families and Indigenous leaders on a community-led approach. The Ontario government is providing
Free Fishing and Ontario Parks Day-Use This Father’s Day Weekend
The Ontario government is making it possible for families to fish for free this Father’s Day weekend. On June
Ontario Expanding Supports for Victims of Intimate Partner Violence and Human Trafficking
New funding will help police services and community partners better respond to victims’ needs The Ontario government is investing $5
Ontario Dramatically Ramping Up Delivery of Rapid Test Kits
Over 12 Million Rapid Antigen Screening Tests Now Shipped Across the Province Ontario has now delivered 12.3 million rapid antigen
OPFFA – Pickering Firefighter Recipient of Distinguished Patrick J. Defazio Award
The Ontario Professional Fire Fighters Association (OPFFA) recognizes dedication in Bruce Kinsman.At the 24th Annual Convention of the Ontario
Ontario Combating Contraband in Adult Correctional Facilities
Contraband strategy strengthening staff and inmate safety The Ontario government is implementing a series of new measures to prevent harmful
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- Local News
Update – Hydro One Ice Storm Restoration
(Today's Northumberland file photo) As you are aware, this past weekend, a major storm system swept across Ontario that has
Polar Plunge Fundraising Event Still a Success Despite Being Cancelled
The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Brighton Fire/Rescue, were scheduled to host a polar plunge
Municipality of Brighton Declares “The End” of Significant Weather Event
As of 12:00 p.m., on April 3, 2025, the Municipality of Brighton has declared "THE END of the Significant
Eleven Northumberland County Directors/CAO Receive Over $200,000 Increase in One Year
Eleven high ranking officials with Northumberland County have received over $200,000 increase in one year according to this years
Video – After Five Days People and Businesses Still Without Power in Northumberland County
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n4wsN8QQlKw Going into the sixth day without power, frustration is starting to settle in, but for the most part people
- Photo Galleries
Video – VOS Theatre Production of Mary Poppins Drops In to Victoria Hall
(photo gallery) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4EH7xMTSKX4 The VOS Theatre production of Mary Poppins kicks off at Victoria Hall tonight. The production takes place from April
Video – After Five Days People and Businesses Still Without Power in Northumberland County
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n4wsN8QQlKw Going into the sixth day without power, frustration is starting to settle in, but for the most part people
Update – Video – Northumberland County Recovering from Ice Storm
(Photo gallery) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TlLoRNDKcvY It’s not over yet- but for the most part, Northumberland County was spared major damage that other areas
Video – Halfway Through the Weekend of Freezing Rain
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=188p2llETS0 Despite the warning of freezing rain - so far, or the most part it hasn’t been that bad. On Highway
Exclusive – Video – Cobourg Man Arrested for Not Allowing Authorities In His Backyard
(videos contain strong language) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6YYMgx5BdVk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GhJ6k4KfzSI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XmyLvWQH5Ag A Cobourg man was arrested on Thursday (March 28, 2025) for not allowing officials into his
- 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 – Old Puckers Raise Money for Ed’s House
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jFisEpWoMVo A special presentation was held at the Cobourg Community Centre on Friday, March 28, 2025 before a charity hockey
Video – Eighth Annual PTSD Awareness Hockey Tournament in Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RB6Vu0NUYEs The eighth annual PTSD Awareness Hockey Tournament was held on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at the Keeler Centre in
Cobourg Cougars Eliminated From OJHL Playoffs
(Today's Northumberland file photo) The Toronto Jr. Canadiens scored three unanswered goals in the third period Sunday night to defeat
Video – Amazing Day Amongst Friends at the Third Annual Travis Gillespie Memorial Hockey Tournament
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8IYQgXW1hao https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5LxX6fk9oU4 The third annual Travis Gillespie Memorial Hockey Tournament took place at the Keeler Centre in Colborne on Saturday, March
Video – Provincial Senior Broomball Championships Held This Weekend in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uXoQpz2g5CM The Provincial Senior Broomball Championships are being held this weekend in Cobourg. The action starts at 7 a.m. on Friday,