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TSB report says driver underestimated train risk in fatal Cramahe crossing collision
A Transportation Safety Board of Canada investigation has found that a fatal train collision in Northumberland County occurred after a drive...
Mar 05, 2026

TSB report says driver underestimated train risk in fatal Cramahe crossing collision
A Transportation Safety Board of Canada investigation has found that a fatal train collision in Northumberland County occurred after a drive...
Mar 05, 2026

Freezing rain predicted for Northumberland
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement saying freezing rain is possible tonight in the Northumberland and Quinte regions....
Mar 05, 2026

Freezing rain predicted for Northumberland
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement saying freezing rain is possible tonight in the Northumberland and Quinte regions....
Mar 05, 2026

Northumberland County committee reviews council remuneration ahead of next term
Northumberland County councillors are refining plans for how members of the next council will be compensated as part of preparations for the...
Mar 05, 2026

Northumberland County committee reviews council remuneration ahead of next term
Northumberland County councillors are refining plans for how members of the next council will be compensated as part of preparations for the...
Mar 05, 2026

Stand Up For Kids comedy fundraiser in Port Hope supports youth music program during Float Your Fanny weekend
Young performers will be taking the stage in Port Hope this April as part of a comedy fundraiser tied to Float Your Fanny Down the Ganny wee...
Mar 05, 2026

Stand Up For Kids comedy fundraiser in Port Hope supports youth music program during Float Your Fanny weekend
Young performers will be taking the stage in Port Hope this April as part of a comedy fundraiser tied to Float Your Fanny Down the Ganny wee...
Mar 05, 2026

OPP warns residents about rising police impersonation scams
Ontario Provincial Police is warning residents about an increase in scams involving suspects posing as police officers. Police say fraudster...
Mar 05, 2026

OPP warns residents about rising police impersonation scams
Ontario Provincial Police is warning residents about an increase in scams involving suspects posing as police officers. Police say fraudster...
Mar 05, 2026

RTO8 partnership funding program opens to support tourism growth in Northumberland and Kawarthas region
Tourism businesses and organizations across Northumberland County and the Kawarthas region can now apply for support through Regional Touris...
Mar 05, 2026

RTO8 partnership funding program opens to support tourism growth in Northumberland and Kawarthas region
Tourism businesses and organizations across Northumberland County and the Kawarthas region can now apply for support through Regional Touris...
Mar 05, 2026

The Northumberland 48
Here's what's going on in Northumberland County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Today: Family Storytime - Cobourg Library Thursdays at 1...
Mar 05, 2026

The Northumberland 48
Here's what's going on in Northumberland County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Today: Family Storytime - Cobourg Library Thursdays at 1...
Mar 05, 2026

What's good in Northumberland? CMH brings play based therapy to recovery with Wii, magic table technology
In a county with a growing senior population, Campbellford Memorial Hospital is leaning into something that can be easy to overlook in healt...
Mar 04, 2026

What's good in Northumberland? CMH brings play based therapy to recovery with Wii, magic table technology
In a county with a growing senior population, Campbellford Memorial Hospital is leaning into something that can be easy to overlook in healt...
Mar 04, 2026

Ontario launches review of student achievement, EQAO testing, draws criticism from teachers
The Ontario government has appointed an advisory body to review student achievement and assessment practices across the province, with a foc...
Mar 04, 2026

Ontario launches review of student achievement, EQAO testing, draws criticism from teachers
The Ontario government has appointed an advisory body to review student achievement and assessment practices across the province, with a foc...
Mar 04, 2026

Town of Cobourg seeks public feedback on new corporate and tourism websites
The Town of Cobourg is inviting residents and visitors to provide feedback on its newly launched corporate and tourism websites through a sh...
Mar 04, 2026

Fraud prevention month highlights growing threat of organized scams across Ontario
March is Fraud Prevention Month, and OPP is reminding residents across Ontario that fraud is a serious and organized crime, not a simple mis...
Mar 04, 2026

Community Care Northumberland launches Easter cookie fundraiser in support of Meals on Wheels
Community Care Northumberland has launched its Annual Easter Cookie Fundraiser, inviting residents and businesses across Northumberland Coun...
Mar 04, 2026

Ontario launches new critical minerals strategy focused on jobs, self reliance
Ontario has unveiled a renewed Critical Minerals Strategy aimed at accelerating responsible resource development, strengthening domestic sup...
Mar 04, 2026
Belleville resident charged following Brighton building design fraud investigation
Northumberland OPP has charged a Belleville resident following an investigation into an alleged fraud involving building design and planning...
Mar 04, 2026

Ontario celebrates Polanyi Prize winners driving innovation in health, housing and clean technology
Ontario is recognizing five leading researchers with the 2025 John Charles Polanyi Prize, one of the province's most prestigious research ho...
Mar 04, 2026

The Northumberland 48
Here's what's going on in Northumberland County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Today: Toddlers and Waddlers Port Hope Public Library - ...
Mar 04, 2026

What's good in Northumberland? New Community Care CEO highlights compassion, collaboration, long-term vision
Community Care Northumberland's new chief executive officer says his first two months on the job have reinforced just how vital the organiza...
Mar 03, 2026

'Expected to make a full recovery': Public works staff rescue injured owl in Brighton
A great horned owl found injured is on the road to recovery thanks to some quick-thinking Brighton staffers and the Sandy Pines Wildlife Cen...
Mar 03, 2026

Charge laid following sexual assault investigation in Campbellford
Northumberland OPP has laid a charge in connection with a sexual assault investigation in Campbellford. Police say the investigation began F...
Mar 03, 2026

Public meeting to examine nuclear proposal, remediation efforts in Port Hope
The Port Hope Community Health Concerns Committee is inviting residents to attend the fourth event in its public meeting series titled Nucle...
Mar 03, 2026

Loyalist College expands summer creative programs in Belleville and Port Hope
Loyalist College is expanding its summer Creative Experience programming for a third consecutive year, with new and returning courses planne...
Mar 03, 2026
