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Ontario Secures Largest Auto Investment in Province’s History
LG Energy Solution and Stellantis investing in Windsor for province’s first large-scale EV battery manufacturing plant With the support of
Ontario Investing in National and International Amateur Sport Events
Provincial funding helping boost local economies and support athletes The Ontario government is investing almost $1.5 million through its 2022-23
Ontario Supporting Local Fire Services in the North
New Program Reimbursing Municipalities for Fire Services Provided on Crown Land The Ontario government is launching a new program through
Government of Ontario Investing in Cleaner Water in Cobourg and Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOs9UqNtaqU Government of Ontario announces a $1.1 million investment for Port Hope and Cobourg to reduce sewage discharge in Lake
CUPE Health Care Workers Ask Government Repeal Bill 124
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-3vM7ILb3t4 A rally by CUPE workers took place in front of Northumberland - Peterborough South MPP David Piccini’s office on
Ontario Secures Another Game-Changing Auto Investment
Landmark investment from Honda Canada secures thousands of jobs and moves Ontario one step closer to becoming a North
Ontario Taking Action to Further Increase Staffing in Long-Term Care, Leading to More Direct Care for Residents
Funding brings Ontario closer to goal of four hours of direct care per day The Ontario government will provide $673
Ontario Training More Doctors
Province Launching Largest Expansion of Medical School Education in Over 10 Years The Ontario government is expanding medical school education
Ontario Investing in Electrical Training Programs Across Ontario
The Ontario government is investing more than $13 million in nine projects that will help apprentices and journeypersons qualify
Ontario Expanding Mobile Crisis Response Teams
$4 million investment for additional mental health and addictions crisis workers The Ontario government is improving public safety and supports
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Video – Alnwick/Haldimand Township Fire Department Responds to Fire in Grafton
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qq99GJ2wAg Alnwick/Haldiman Township Fire Department responded to a possible structure fire on County Road 2 in Grafton on Friday, October
Royal Canadian Legion 2025 National Poppy Campaign Now Underway!
More ways to donate, Poppies online for home delivery The Royal Canadian Legion’s 2025 National Poppy Campaign and Remembrance Period
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
Statement from Cobourg Police Chief Regarding 2026 Operational Budget Estimates
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Statement from Cobourg Police Chief Paul VandeGraaf Each year, the Cobourg Police Service operational and capital budget
Canadian Tire in Cobourg Is Having a Store Renovation Preview Sale Starting Today
(advertisement) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMwaONNXC4I Canadian Tire in Cobourg is having a Store Renovation Preview Sale starting today. From October 31 to November 6, at
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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
Breaking News – Video – Unknown When Power Will Be Restored to Parts of Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuoLZWVfPj4 It’s unknown how large an area of Cobourg is impacted following a power outage late Sunday evening. At approximately 11
- 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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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
Flesch Brothers from Cobourg Representing Canada in Men’s Rugby
Cobourg’s Mason and Noah Flesch, both St. Mary Catholic Secondary School alumni, were in the starting lineup for Canada’s