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Here’s what is happening
Regardless of reduced operational costs, improved efficiencies or addressed accessibility issues, the $60-million price tag of a Joint Operations Base that would take care of it all inspired a decided resistance at Northumberland County council’s Public Works Committee meeting for November.
Presenters from Public Works, Northumberland Paramedics, Roads Operations and Natural Heritage described conditions that they would like to see addressed, with the premise that a Joint Operations Base would be the most economical approach.
Opposition was expressed by committee member Warden Brian Ostrander and councillor (and non-committee member) Mandy Martin.
“Here in Cramahe, we need a new firehall. We’ve got a community centre that is in dire need of upgrading,” Martin said.
“We are also facing extreme challenges.
“We have to get smarter about this, because the tax system – we are at the limit for many taxpayers. OPP costs are up, everything else is going up.”
Martin reminded council that the $60-million may not be the extent of it, given some current capital projects experiencing cost overruns.
“You can’t go to a dry well and get artesian, and that’s where we’re at. That’s where we are coming to in this economy and this province, frankly,” she said.
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If you qualify for the Ontario Trillium Benefit
a refundable tax credit to assist families in paying for energy costs, sales tax and property tax — mark your calendar for Friday, Nov. 8 as cheques are being issued.
The payment combines three tax credits into one single payment:
The Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit or OEPTC
The Ontario Sales Tax Credit
The Northern Ontario Energy Credit
The amount you get paid for the OTB typically varies depending on your 2023 income tax and benefit return.
If you’re single, you could receive a maximum of $180. Families could receive a maximum of $277. Northern Ontarians, including those living in Parry Sound and Nipissing, may also get more money through the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit.
A 44-year-old Cobourg man charged
A 44-year-old Cobourg man has been charged after police responded to a report of assault on Tuesday.
On Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at approximately 9:15 a.m., police were dispatched to an assault at a business on Elgin Street West in Cobourg.
Police attended and spoke with the victim, who advised that a man was throwing items at them, and they were videotaping the incident with their cell phone when the man hit the phone out of their hands.
As a result of the police investigation, a 44-year-old Cobourg man was arrested and charged with assault.
The accused was released on an undertaking with conditions.
This week is Remembrance Week
This week is Remembrance Week and the provincial government is taking action to recognize veterans for their service while condemning acts of stolen valour.
A new bill, the Honouring Veterans Act, will be introduced at Queen’s Park Monday and if it passes, it would expand recognition to living veterans for their service and contributions, as well as those who gave their lives in the service of our country. The proposed act also condemns any actions that disrespect veterans, including acts of stolen valour. That is when someone makes a false claim or representation about military service, rank or medals received.
It is already a criminal offence to commit an act of stolen valour, but the proposed changes in the bill specifically condemn the act. The Ministry of the Solicitor General will also promote enhanced awareness and enforcement of stolen valour.
The province is also working with The Royal Canadian Legion – Ontario Provincial Command on developing a new award. It will be a first-of-its-kind provincial recognition in Ontario and will allow the province and The Royal Canadian Legion – Ontario Provincial Command to specifically celebrate veterans who have made significant contributions in their communities
Sports
The Cobourg Cougars faced one of their toughest opponents of the season last night at the CCC in the Leamington Flyers . The Flyers lead the western conference and the league in points ,goals for ,and shutouts . Cobourg was without standout defenseman Johnathon Kapageridis and 3 other blue liners that are on the injured list. Reece Herman stood tall in net for Cobourg . The crowd announced at 466 saw the Flyers skate away with a 3-0 victory their 5th shutout win this season .
The Cougars are off till Friday when they travel to Wellington then an 8 day rest. Before hosting the Buffalo Sabres in an afternoon encounter at the CCC on Saturday November 16 th at 3:30 Pm . There is no home game next Monday night .
The Port Hope Panthers look to return to the win column Wednesday in Amhearstview before returning home on Friday night to face Picton game time is 8 Pm.
