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New nuclear learning centre aims to build skilled workforce in Northumberland, beyond
Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), Atomic Energy of Canada Limited (AECL), and the University Network of Excellence in Nuclear Engineering...
Jun 13, 2025

Temporary road closure, transit detour at Walton and Pine Streets in Port Hope
The Town of Port Hope is advising residents and visitors of a temporary road closure at the intersection of Walton and Pine Streets starting...
Jun 13, 2025

Boundary of Garden Hill Earth Science ANSI amended in subdivision application case
The Municipality of Port Hope is advising residents of a recent change in the status of planning applications tied to a proposed residential...
Jun 13, 2025

Fish for free in Northumberland this Father's Day weekend
Residents can fish for free across Ontario this weekend, with no licence required on June 14 and 15 in celebration of Father's Day. "Th...
Jun 13, 2025

Canadian rents fall 3% from 2024 peak but remain 12% higher than 3 years ago
Canada's rental market is showing signs of cooling, but affordability challenges remain. According to the latest National Rent Report from R...
Jun 13, 2025

The Northumberland 48
Here's what's going on in Northumberland County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Today: Bewdley Family Storytime - Bewdley Branch Fridays...
Jun 13, 2025

What's good in Northumberland? Port Hope teen competes at Canadian Swimming Trials, shows promise for future
Seventeen-year-old Port Hope swimmer Molly Steeves made her national debut at the 2025 Bell Canadian Swimming Trials in Victoria, B.C., repr...
Jun 12, 2025

Harwood Memorial Park and Hall to mark 100 years with free summer celebration
A century of community spirit will be on full display this summer as Harwood Memorial Park and Hall celebrates its 100th anniversary. The fr...
Jun 12, 2025

New Ontario career tool helps Northumberland students, job seekers plan for in-demand careers
A new online tool from the Ontario government is helping students and job seekers across the province and here in Northumberland prepare for...
Jun 12, 2025

VIDEO: Cobourg police launch Safer Streets program to target drug use, trespassing
The Cobourg Police Service say they're launching a new initiative aimed at improving public safety and addressing community concerns related...
Jun 12, 2025

The Northumberland 48
Here's what's going on in Northumberland County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Today: Cobourg Family Storytime - Cobourg Library Thursd...
Jun 12, 2025

New speed zones in effect across Northumberland
Northumberland County has completed speed zone updates at 18 locations to help drivers adjust more gradually between fast-moving rural roads...
Jun 12, 2025

Clarington father and son charged in separate hate-motivated incidents
A father and son from Clarington have been arrested in connection with two separate hate-motivated incidents that took place earlier this ye...
Jun 11, 2025

What's good in Northumberland? Tony Pulla wraps decade of giving with final Wine & Ale in the Park sponsorship
A sold-out summer tradition will mark a milestone this year as Wine and Ale in the Park returns to Cobourg's Victoria Park on June 26. The 2...
Jun 11, 2025

Beach Boys legend Brian Wilson dies aged 82
Brian Wilson, the creative force behind the Beach Boys, has died at 82, his family announced on June 11. Known as the architect of the "...
Jun 11, 2025

Northumberland OPP make arrest after suspicious vehicle tip in Codrington
Northumberland OPP says a citizen tip about a suspicious vehicle in Codrington has helped police with an arrest. According to police, an off...
Jun 11, 2025

Home sales steady - listings up across Central Lakes region in May
The Central Lakes Association of REALTORS (CLAR) is reporting steady market activity and a rise in listings across the region in May, giving...
Jun 11, 2025

Cobourg Police issue fraud alert after senior scammed in gift card scheme
Cobourg Police are warning residents to be alert after a local senior fell victim to an email gift card scam. Police say the 76-year-old man...
Jun 11, 2025

Cobourg man charged after downtown disturbance involving assault and threats
A 36-year-old Cobourg man is facing multiple charges after police responded to a reported assault and threats in the town's downtown core ea...
Jun 11, 2025

Ontario introduces new red tape reduction act to save time, protect jobs and support families
Ontario has introduced new legislation that aims to cut red tape, save time and support economic growth across the province. The Protect Ont...
Jun 11, 2025

Whitby man facing charges of impaired driving on Highway 401 near Cobourg
A 57-year-old man from Whitby has been charged with impaired driving after an incident on Highway 401 early Sunday morning. Officers from th...
Jun 11, 2025

The Northumberland 48
Here's what's going on in Northumberland County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Today: Toddlers and Waddlers Wednesday, June 11 10:30am ...
Jun 11, 2025

Police warn of distraction thefts at Port Hope stores
Port Hope Police are investigating two distraction thefts that occurred at local retail stores in recent weeks, and are warning the public a...
Jun 10, 2025

What's good in Northumberland? Brighton Garden Club celebrates 100 years
For a century the Brighton Garden Club has been beautifying the community, planting trees, contributing to a healthier environment, and more...
Jun 10, 2025

Black bear spotted near Theatre Road south of Highway 401 in Cobourg
A bear has been spotted on the south side of Highway 401 near Theatre Road in Cobourg, prompting reminders from police and the Ontario gover...
Jun 10, 2025

Peterborough reports first local measles case in over a decade, public exposure sites listed
Peterborough Public Health is reporting the first locally acquired case of measles in the region in more than 10 years. The case involves a ...
Jun 10, 2025

Canadian military helping evacuate Sandy Lake First Nation as wildfire grows
The Canadian Armed Forces are helping evacuate a remote northern Ontario First Nation as wildfires continue to spread across the region. Pri...
Jun 10, 2025

Cobourg man facing charges in downtown intimate partner violence incident
A 33-year-old man from Cobourg has been arrested and charged in connection with an alleged intimate partner violence incident in the town's ...
Jun 10, 2025

HKPR Health Unit launches summer beach water testing across the region
As summer approaches, the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit (HKPR) is launching its 2025 Beach Water Monitoring Program ...
Jun 10, 2025

Ontario opens doors to American doctors, nurses under new health-care changes
The Ontario government says it's making it easier for American-trained doctors and nurses to practise in the province as part of a new effor...
Jun 10, 2025