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OPP update on Hamilton Township school bus crash
Northumberland OPP have provided an update on a collision involving a school bus and a passenger vehicle on Forest Hill Drive in Hamilton To...
1h ago

Quinte Trash Bash launches first fall community cleanup Sept. 27
The first fall edition for Quinte Trash Bash is in the works for Saturday, Sept. 27. The cities of Belleville, Quinte West and Prince Edward...
5h ago

'A true toast to the community': Grand finale for 'Hops on the Water Craft Beer Festival' in Trenton Saturday
The City of Quinte West has unveiled the detailed lineup for the last Hops on the Water Craft Beer Festival. The award-winning festival has ...
6h ago

Prime Minister Carney to visit Mexico to boost trade, energy, security ties
Officials say Prime Minister Mark Carney will travel to Mexico City September 18 and 19 to strengthen Canada's relationship with Mexico and ...
6h ago
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Water service connection work, Ontario Street lane reduction in Brighton rescheduled
Work on a new water service connection and a related lane reduction along Ontario Street in Brighton has been postponed. Earlier, the Munici...
6h ago

UPDATE: 3rd person arrested after alleged shoplifting of liquor in Cramahe
Northumberland OPP says there's been a third individual arrested in connection with an 11-month probe into alleged shoplifting of liquor in ...
7h ago

Toronto resident charged after Consecon traffic stop
A Toronto resident is facing charges after a traffic stop in Consecon, says Prince Edward County OPP. According to OPP, officers initiated t...
8h ago

What's good in Northumberland? Find hidden treasures, help animals at Northumberland Humane Society Thrift Store
Looking for bargains and a way to help animals in need? The Northumberland Humane Society Thrift Store at 24 Covert Street in Cobourg offers...
19h ago

UPDATE: Youth previously reported missing in Brighton area found safe: OPP
OPP says a youth reported missing earlier today (Tuesday, Sept. 16) who was last seen in the Brighton Lakeshore Road and Presqu'ile Parkway ...
19h ago

Chrystia Freeland stepping down from cabinet, will not run in next federal election
Longtime Liberal minister Chrystia Freeland is leaving cabinet and has confirmed she will not run in the next federal election. In a letter ...
22h ago

'She will be a tremendous asset': New doctor announced for Brighton, Quinte West
A new family doctor is making the move from Oshawa to serve Brighton and Quinte West. Docs by the Bay Physician Recruitment and Retention - ...
Sep 16, 2025

Northumberland Labour Council warns Bill 33 undermines local control of Ontario schools
The Northumberland Labour Council is urging parents, students and teachers to speak out against Ontario's new Bill 33, the Supporting Childr...
Sep 16, 2025

Local police mark Rail Safety Week with Operation Clear Track outreach
Police are reminding residents to stay vigilant around train tracks as the 22nd annual Rail Safety Week continues across North America. Runn...
Sep 16, 2025

4 traffic complaints lead to 4 impaired driving investigations in Quinte West
Four recent traffic complaints have led Quinte West OPP to lay impaired driving charges over the span of two days, say police. The separate ...
Sep 16, 2025

Welland man, 20, facing dangerous driving, flight from police charges after pursuit in Belleville
A Welland man is facing charges after allegedly fleeing from Belleville police. According to the Belleville Police Service, the alleged inci...
Sep 16, 2025

What's good in Northumberland? Ontario's Level Up! career fairs connect students with skilled trades opportunities
Ontario is hosting its annual Level Up! career fairs to connect students, educators, and jobseekers with in-demand careers in the skilled tr...
Sep 15, 2025

Bonnie Crombie to step down as Ontario Liberal Party leader despite winning review
Ontario Liberal Party leader Bonnie Crombie is stepping down even though she won a weekend leadership review at the party's annual general m...
Sep 15, 2025

Second suspect arrested in Cobourg assault with weapon investigation
Cobourg Police Service says the second suspect wanted in a violent July assault has been taken into custody. On July 15, 2025, at approximat...
Sep 15, 2025

Plan ahead for a busy Applefest weekend in Brighton
With the 51st edition of Brighton's signature fall festival just around the corner, the municipality is reminding residents to plan for a bu...
Sep 15, 2025

Three Toronto youths arrested in Cobourg retail theft investigation
On Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at approximately 8 p.m., Cobourg police say they responded to a retail theft after the fact at a downtown busines...
Sep 15, 2025

Darlington New Nuclear Project among first to be reviewed by Canada's Major Projects Office
Canada's Major Projects Office (MPO) has announced the first projects to be reviewed under its new mandate, including the Darlington New Nuc...
Sep 15, 2025

Ontario opens applications for $5M RAISE program supporting racialized, Indigenous entrepreneurs
The Ontario government is investing $5 million to boost training and support for racialized and Indigenous entrepreneurs through the 2025-26...
Sep 15, 2025

What's good in Northumberland? Cobourg racer Michael Coggins in quarter finals for national Youth Athlete of the Year award
Cobourg's Michael Coggins is asking for his community's support as he competes for a national title and a $25,000 prize. The 17-year-old pro...
Sep 14, 2025

Ryan Reynolds joins family to honour Grace Bowen with Cobourg arena dedication
Actor and SickKids supporter Ryan Reynolds was in Cobourg today - not for a movie or publicity, but to stand beside the family of Grace Bowe...
Sep 14, 2025

Scotiabank steps up to help Trenton Memorial Hospital Foundation with gala
The Trenton Memorial Hospital Foundation's annual gala is taking shape and Scotiabank has signed as a title sponsor to help. The "Stran...
Sep 14, 2025

Northumberland County calls on residents to help shape climate plan
Northumberland County is taking the next step in its Climate Action Strategy by developing a Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Plan to help ...
Sep 14, 2025

Northumberland County hires first physician recruitment specialist, launches advisory committee
Northumberland County says it's stepping up efforts to address the local shortage of family doctors with the hiring of Paula Mason, RPR, as ...
Sep 13, 2025

Port Hope's Capitol Theatre reveals cast, creative team for Hansel and Gretel Panto
The Capitol Theatre in Port Hope has announced the cast and creative team for the world premiere of Hansel and Gretel - the Sticky and Sweet...
Sep 13, 2025

Ontario supports $100M Electra cobalt refinery in Temiskaming Shores
The Ontario government says it's backing a nearly $100-million investment from Electra Battery Materials to establish North America's first ...
Sep 13, 2025

2 alleged stunt driving incidents on Hwy. 401 in Brighton prompt OPP reminder
Northumberland OPP has put out another call for motorists to slow it down on Hwy. 401 after two separate alleged stunt driving incidents in ...
Sep 13, 2025