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Ontario Adding 3,000 New and Upgraded Long-term Care Spaces
Modernization will Improve Access to Quality Care for Seniors across Province The Ontario government is moving forward with 29 new
Ontario Establishes Advisory Table on Animal Welfare
Experts will focus on further improving animal welfare TORONTO — The Ontario government has established an advisory table to further
Ontario Making Adoption Process Easier for Families
New investment will bring more parents, youth and children together The Ontario government is investing $1.5 million annually in programs
Ontario Launches Workplace Education and Enforcement Campaigns
Inspection Blitzes Helping to Stop the Spread of COVID-19 and Keep Workers Safe The Ontario government is launching a series
Ontario Expands Online Tool to Keep Drivers Safe During Winter
Ontario’s 511 App adds Track My Plow and Other Winter Safety Features The Ontario government is expanding the 511 app
Ontario Opens COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream for Municipalities
$250 million will allow municipalities to quickly advance critical local infrastructure projects To build on governments' commitment to protect the
Ontario Expanding Mobile Crisis Services to Respond to Mental Health Emergencies
Investments Will Increase Access to Mental Health and Justice Service Programs The Ontario government is providing over $37 million to
Ontario Announces 13 New Ontario Health Teams
New approach will improve patient outcomes and support Ontario’s response to COVID-19 The Ontario government is providing $2.4 million to
Ontario Making it More Affordable to Enjoy Provincial Parks
Province lowering cost for seasonal passes and providing more free day-use permits through libraries The Ontario government is making it
Ontario Supports Production of Face Shields in the Fight Against COVID-19
Investment will help meet increased demand for Personal Protective Equipment The Ontario government is investing $350,000 in Integrated Packaging Films
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Town of Cobourg Reminds Anglers to Follow Fishing Regulations
The Town of Cobourg is reminding residents of the available resources for reporting improper fishing practices and addressing related
Municipality of Port Hope Launches 2025 Budget Engagement: Input Needed
The Municipality of Port Hope has commenced its 2025 Budget Community Engagement initiative with the launch of a public
Dynamic Patrol is a Cobourg Police Success Story Says Deputy Chief
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The Cobourg Police Services Dynamic Patrol, announced May 1, has been such a success that Deputy
Cobourg Police Services Board Denounces Merger Option
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Cobourg Police Chief Paul VandeGraaf denounced the policing study that will be on the county council
Video – Port Hope Officials Will Assess Home After Partial Foundation Collapses
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFWs2Z9ZiKk Officials from the Municipality of Port Hope will assess a house after part of the foundation gave way Monday,
- Photo Galleries
Video – Thousands of Salmon Make Their Run Through Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_oCJDM95z1U Thousands of salmon made their way up the Ganaraska River on Saturday, September 7, 2024 in Port Hope. With heavy
Video – Easy to See Why It’s Called a Salmon “Run”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJEJ3P6I6xQ At times in creeks and rivers in Port Hope and Cobourg it’s easy to tell why it’s called a
Video – Salmon Run Has Begun in Port Hope and Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hENZtpZYDmc The salmon run is not yet in full swing but there are still a lot of fish in the
Video – Strong Winds Along the Lakeshore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wF-FNGS6qM A windy day along the lakeshore in Cobourg on Saturday, August 10, 2024. Many people enjoyed both the water and
Video – Unveiling of the Highway of Heroes Globe at The Big Apple Honours a Special Person
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VsoMHKhzPO8 A special unveiling took place at The Big Apple on Sunday, July 21, 2024. A large Highway of Heroes memorial
- 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 – The World’s Best Disc Golfers Compete at Haute Goat
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SP8jYaYqwE Some of the world’s top disc golfers are taking part in a competition at Haute Goat in the Municipality
Port Hope Youth Earns Silver in Provincial Lacrosse Tournament
As he prepares for Grade 10 at St. Mary Secondary School in Cobourg, lacrosse star Landon Kenny is thanking
Northumberland Street Hockey Festival Takes Place in Cobourg in Support of Northumberland Hills Hospital
Get ready to hit the pavement and score big as the Northumberland Street Hockey Festival makes its triumphant return
CCI Students Celebrate OFSAA Track and Field Wins
Cobourg Collegiate Institute (CCI) celebrates a successful Track and Field season and recognizes the accomplishments of student athletes who
Cobourg and District Sports Hall of Fame Inducts Fifth Group of Honourees
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The Cobourg and District Sports Hall of Fame marked a milestone Friday, inducting its fifth group