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Ontario Investing $21 Million to Support the Art Gallery of Ontario and the Royal Ontario Museum
Government significantly increasing annual funding to protect two of the province’s most important cultural icons The Ontario government is protecting
Province Protecting and Expanding Ontario Farmland
Government restricting the international acquisition of provincial farmland and supporting agricultural expansion in northern Ontario As part of the province’s
Ontario Launches New Program to Strengthen Electricity Grid and Reduce Costs for Consumers
New Peak Performance program will incentivise businesses to lower electricity use during high demand periods, protecting grid reliability and
Ontario Investing $57 Million to Support Indigenous Postsecondary Institutes’ Long-Term Success and Sustainability
Province supporting sector with new funding model to ensure students have access to the education they need to launch
Ontario Introduces Legislation to Hold School Boards Accountable and Support Student Achievement
Proposed changes would strengthen oversight, ensure consistent learning resources and direct every dollar into classrooms On April 13, 2026, the
Ontario Relaxing Alcohol Restrictions in Provincial Parks
Province giving adults more freedom to responsibly enjoy alcohol throughout park grounds and beaches Just in time for summer, the
Ontario Protecting Workers’ Paycheques by Banning Uniform Charges at Large Companies
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Proposed STAR Act would also strengthen oversight and transparency of talent agencies to protect entertainment workers As
Ontario Adds New Power 73 Per Cent Lower Than Former Government
Province delivering the largest energy procurement in Ontario’s history to power 350,000 homes As part of its plan to protect
Ontario Celebrating More Supportive Housing in Kawartha Lakes
New emergency shelter opens for people experiencing homelessness The Ontario government is marking the opening of the Integrated Care Hub,
Ontario Introducing Legislation to Strengthen Regional Governance
Proposed changes would help local leaders speed up decision-making, reduce costs and expedite housing and infrastructure On April 2026, the
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Cleveland Denies Bullying CAO, Accuses Councillors of Blocking Questions on Town’s Financial Crisis
Mayor Lucas Cleveland is pushing back against accusations that he bullied and interrogated Cobourg Chief Administrative Officer Tracey Vaughan
Great Gingerbread Build-Off Spectator Tickets Now on Sale
Come for the competition, stay for the chaos! The icing is ready. The teams are getting competitive. And this year,
Video -Cleveland Accuses Councillors of Bullying, Raises Questions About Closed Door Discussions Following Tumultuous Council Meeting
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lNzpzOBKv08 Cobourg mayor says he will continue pushing for answers about financial concerns, past council decisions and recommendations he says
Video – ‘When Are You Going to Stop Electioneering?’ Brian Darling Blasts Mayor Cleveland in Heated Council Showdown
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_fMqi7GOpZo ‘Dog and pony show,’ ‘bullying’ and ‘ramble’: Councillor unleashes on mayor as questions about Cobourg’s troubled finances ignite a
Video – Beatty Accuses Cleveland of Misrepresenting Police Board’s Financial Review for Political Gain
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Q_eGRU3NBc Cobourg mayoral candidate says financial review was underway before Cleveland’s August motion, which failed to receive a seconder Nicole Beatty
- Photo Galleries
Video – Thanksgiving Spirit On Display As Northumberland Residents Give Generously
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y76rvY3QGDs The Thanksgiving spirit was on full display Saturday in Port Hope as shoppers opened their hearts — and their
Video – Photo Gallery – The Salmon Are Moving On — But Port Hope Is Still Watching
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XoMUUy9i0RM The crowds are still gathering along the banks of the Ganaraska River, watching one of nature’s most remarkable annual
Video – Photo Gallery – A Sea of Orange in Alderville: More Than 600 Walk to Remember the Children
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3B_f2UHODLc More than 600 people filled the roads of Alderville First Nation Wednesday, September 30, in a powerful sea of
Video – Salmon Run Continues to Draw Crowds to Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UYEAPoRnfUA The salmon are still running — and visitors are still coming to watch one of nature’s most spectacular annual
Video – Photo Gallery – 52nd Applefest Draws Thousands to Brighton for Celebration of Harvest, Community and Local Pride
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZbbspc7niQ The apples may be at the heart of Applefest, but on Saturday it was the people, the community and
- 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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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