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Ontario Expanding Mental Health Services for Children and Youth
Investments Part of the Government’s Plan to Build a Comprehensive Mental Health and Addictions System The Ontario government is providing
Ontario Extends COVID-19 Orders to Protect the Public
Dance classes with conditions allowed in areas under modified Stage 2 regulations TORONTO — The Ontario government, in consultation with
Province Announces Stay Safe and Follow Public Health Advice This Halloween
On October 19, 2020, Dr. David Williams, Chief Medical Officer of Health, issued the following statement detailing public health
Ontario Developing a Stronger, More Effective Blue Box Program
Province consulting on plan to increase recycling in more communities and help divert more waste from landfills Ontario is kicking
Southlake Regional Centre Fined $80,000 for Hospital Workers’ Injuries from Workplace Violence
Convicted: Southlake Regional Health Centre, 596 Davis Drive, Newmarket, Ontario, a public hospital and health care facility that provides
Ontario Ensures Teaching Jobs go to the Best Educators
Ministry of Education to Revoke Ontario Regulation 274 to Prioritize Merit over Seniority in Teacher Hiring Practices On October 15,
Ontario Helps Keep Energy Costs Low for Families, Small Businesses and Farmers
Province keeps electricity rates stable and provides customers with more choice The Ontario government is helping to keep the cost
Ontario Continues to Support Restaurants During COVID-19 Pandemic
Province Helping to Offset Fixed Costs and Permitting Alcohol with Delivery and Takeout Food Orders The Ontario government is encouraging
Governments Investing $26.6 Million to Further Protect Ontario Agri-Food Workers During COVID-19
Additional Funds Will Increase Health and Safety Measures for Farms and Farm Workers The governments of Canada and Ontario are
Historic Ford Canada Investment Transforming Ontario into Global Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Hub
Initiative Positions Ontario’s Auto Industry for Long-term Sustainability and Growth The Ontario government is matching a $295 million investment with
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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