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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
Ontario Investing Additional $761 million to Build and Renovate More Long-Term Care Homes
Modernized funding model will lead to the construction of close to 11,000 spaces sooner The Ontario government is investing an
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Community Care Northumberland Welcomes New Chief Executive Officer
After a comprehensive search process, the Board of Directors is excited to announce the appointment of Jordan Prosper as
In My Opinion – Is It the Right Time for the Police Chief’s Departure?
Is it the right time for the Police Chief to depart? Let’s start from the beginning. The Cobourg Police Services Board
Video – Breaking News – Cobourg Police Chief Gives Notice of Retirement
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VFu0Ij-TWHk By Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s Northumberland Though the special meeting of the Cobourg Police Services Board had one item on the agenda
Ganaraska Conservation Board Opposes Proposed Conservation Authority Consolidation
The Province is proposing consolidating Ontario’s 36 local Conservation Authorities into seven Regional Authorities. As proposed, the Ganaraska Region Conservation
Northumberland Hills Hospital Launches Emergency Room Wait Time Dashboard and Self Arrival Kiosk
Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH) announced on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, the launch of a new Emergency Department (ED) Wait
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Video – Youth Wellness Hub Northumberland is Now Open in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CgMWhpXsbrs&lc=UgxF_CT82LTPI7zLgb94AaABAg The new Youth Wellness Hub Ontario Northumberland facility at 15 Cavan Street in Port Hope is open for youths
Video – Photo Gallery – Port Hope Santa Claus Parade
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXo6avu6UVI The Port Hope Santa Claus parade took place on Saturday, November 29, 2025. With crowds lining Walton Street, the parade
Video – Photo Gallery – CPKC Holiday Train Stops in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIBUwLFkt6w For the first time in the history of the CPKC Holiday Train it stopped in Cobourg on Saturday, November
Video – Photo Gallery – Cobourg Santa Claus Parade
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQpl6_yxfYk It was a perfect winters evening for the annual Cobourg Santa Claus parade on Saturday, November 29, 2025. Starting at
Video – Photo Gallery – Port Hope’s Annual Candlelight Festival
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SAQnzIbtArU It was a beautiful evening for Port Hope’s annual Candlelight Festival on Friday, November 28, 2025. Adding to the celebration
- 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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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