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Ontario Cracking Down on Illegal Truck Yards
Proposed changes would allow municipalities to impose fines for misuse of lands The Ontario government will soon propose amendments to
Ontario Restricting Government Use of Chinese-Made Drones
Province protecting sensitive provincial data while supporting Canadian-made drone technology As part of the government’s plan to protect provincial data
Ontario Completes One of Canada’s Largest Battery Storage Projects On-Budget and Ahead of Schedule
Napanee Battery Energy Storage System will power up to 250,000 homes during peak demand As part of its plan to
Ontario Extending Last Call During FIFA World Cup 2026
Alcohol sale and service extended to 4 a.m. to support local businesses, hospitality workers and fans during global tournament The
OPP Officer Charged with Manslaughter in Fatal Shooting at Turkey Point
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has reasonable grounds to believe an Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)
Canada and Ontario Investing Nearly $1 Million to Protect Farmers and Food Processors
Provincial and federal funding will help Ontario’s agri-food sector access modern farming solutions to stay competitive and resilient in
EFTO – Education Funding Falls Well Below Inflation, Failing Students
The Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) issued the following statement in response to the provincial government’s 2026-27 core
Ontario Expanding Scope of Practice for Pharmacists and Other Health Professionals
Province allowing pharmacists to administer additional vaccines for six diseases and prescribe for nine more common ailments To protect Ontario’s
Ontario Invests $1.5 Million to Protect Great Lakes and Drive Local Innovation
Provincial investment will help municipalities and First Nations better prepare for extreme weather and growth Ontario is investing $1.5 million
Ontario Reducing Wait Times for Police Record Checks
Proposed changes would support people seeking employment and volunteer roles As part of an upcoming legislative package, the Ontario government
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Video – Photo Gallery – Port Hope Fall Fair Brings Midway, Family Fun and Demolition Derby
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AR_msXTKV0s The sights, sounds and excitement of the fall fair returned to Port Hope this weekend, with the midway providing
Video – Port Hope Set to Celebrate the Turkey Vulture with First-Ever Festival
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnZsq_KFaYI A bird that is often misunderstood, sometimes feared and rarely given much credit will be taking centre stage in
Video – Photo Gallery – Port Hope Terry Fox Run Continues a Legacy That Began More Than Four Decades Ago
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=acq1XKZFNxA&t=19s For more than four decades, the Terry Fox Run has carried forward the vision of one Canadian who set
Video – Photo Gallery – Cobourg Plunged Into Darkness After Power Outage
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQFwst__q1g A large portion of Cobourg was plunged into darkness Friday evening after a widespread power outage sent Lakefront Utilities
Northumberland County Calls on VIA Rail to Reverse Cancellation of Morning Commuter Service
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Northumberland County is calling on VIA Rail Canada to reconsider its decision to cancel Train 641,
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Video – Photo Gallery – Port Hope Fall Fair Brings Midway, Family Fun and Demolition Derby
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AR_msXTKV0s The sights, sounds and excitement of the fall fair returned to Port Hope this weekend, with the midway providing
Video – Photo Gallery – Cobourg Plunged Into Darkness After Power Outage
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQFwst__q1g A large portion of Cobourg was plunged into darkness Friday evening after a widespread power outage sent Lakefront Utilities
Video – Photo Gallery – Another Perfect Sunset along Cobourg’s Lakeshore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBiMTwx_iQI There are some evenings along the Cobourg waterfront when Lake Ontario seems to slow everything down. Wednesday, September 16, was
Video – Photo Gallery – Northumberland OPP – Four Commercial Motor Vehicles Placed Out of Service Following OPP/MTO Enforcement
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOKI-xJ34mg Four commercial vehicles were pulled off the road Wednesday after Northumberland OPP and Ministry of Transportation inspectors uncovered a
Video – Photo Gallery – Canadian Manufacturer Goes on the Offense With Major Cobourg Expansion
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HUwy-rfBiQ&t=93s Soluroc more than doubles Cobourg facility as company looks to expand global markets While much of the Canadian business landscape
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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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Cobourg Cougars Edge Lindsay Muskies in Home Opener
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland It was a fresh start for the new Cobourg Cougars in front of their home fans Monday
Northumberland Jacks 16U Makes OBA Championship Tournament Debut
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland A group that began as house league baseball players four years ago, the Northumberland Jacks 16U team
Northumberland Jacks 15U Black Select Team Caps Memorable Season with Top-Eight OBA Finish
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Northumberland Jacks 15U Black Select Team entered the Ontario Baseball Association championship tournament as one of
New-Look Cobourg Cougars Win OJHL Season Opener in Aurora
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Cobourg Cougars opened the 2026-27 Ontario Junior Hockey League regular season Friday night with a 5-2
University Women’s Softball to be Showcased This Weekend in Cobourg
(Ontario University Softball graphic) Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Ontario University Softball is set to launch its 25th season as a league this