Northumberland at 5 Nov. 5, 2026
By: Dan Jones, Northumberland 89.7 FM News, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter.
A commemorative crosswalk has been installed in Port Hope to honour veterans, but coincides with the 100th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion. Vincent O’Hanley, Sergent at Arms for Royal Canadian Legion Branch 30, first presented the idea to Port Hope Council this summer, explaining he was hopeful to fundraise enough money for the project to be completed before Remembrance Day. He says the community responded right away with donations. After having the design approved by National Legion leadership, the painting of the crosswalk was completed this week. O’Hanley says the overwhelming support for veterans and this project has been very touching. The crosswalk is located at Augusta and Queen Streets.
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The Cobourg Police Board is undertaking a forensic audit of its finances following a review earlier this summer that raised concerns. Chief Chris Leather says he consulted with the OPP and the Inspectorate of Police. At a special council meeting in October, Leather explained the audit will take several more months to complete, which will provide a clearer picture of what is occurring.
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The United Way Northumberland’s Ultimate Burger Battle fundraiser is back. This time more Northumberland County restaurants are participating, expanding the number of burger creations offered. 15 restaurants will feature a signature burger, in which two dollars sold from each purchase will go directly to the United Way Northumberland to support local programming. More than 1100 burgers were sold last year, raising approximately $12,000. Alicia Vandine, Executive Director with the United Way Northumberland says this fun challenge is not only about supporting a good cause, but supporting local businesses. The event from all of November.
Northumberland at 5 Oct. 22, 2026
By: Dan Jones, Northumberland 89.7 FM News, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter.
The Municipality of Port Hope has launched a local and regional business survey to better understand supply chain readiness and energy and advanced manufacturing capabilities. The Energy and Manufacturing Sector Supply Chain Business Retention and Expansion Program aims to better understand the strengths, gaps, and growth potential of manufacturers, industrial supplies and supply chains, while positioning for growth, diversity and larger business opportunities. Julian Douglas with Port Hope and Darla Price, Executive Director of the Northumberland Manufacturing Association say the survey could grow business in Northumberland County.
Northumberland @ 5 Oct. 1
By: Dan Jones, Northumberland 89.7 FM News, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter.
Sherry Gibson says if elected mayor of Alnwick/Haldimand Township she will work to restore trust of volunteer boards and committees, better engage citizens and listen to their concerns. This follows more than one dozen volunteer committee members resigning over the past four years, many frustrated with the current council’s approach to their contributions. Gibson adds this will be accomplished by setting clear mandates for committees, ensuring that the volunteer committees know how to report back to council, and that their work is valued.
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Excitement is building as the new Beyond the Blue Box in Cobourg is starting to take shape with the exterior walls recently being installed. The popular thrift and consignment store on Covert Street was severely damaged following a fire four years ago, leaving officials with a daunting rebuild project. Executive Director Jane Stevenson-Hawthorne says anticipation is mounting as staff soon get set to ready layout plans.
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Nicole Beatty says if she becomes mayor of Cobourg, she will move the municipality away from stop gap measures in addressing homelessness, working toward integrating infrastructure that enhances housing and health care. Yet this approach for Beatty does not mean Cobourg will be the central hub for social services in Northumberland County. She wants to reclaim public parks, by increasing festival and cultural use, believing that an active park is a safe park. Beatty will seek to update the Official Community Plan to modernize it for future residential builds. She is hoping to have an updated plan approved by the end of 2027, as this will provide stability for growth over the next 25 years.
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Northumberland @ 5 Thursday Sept. 17.
By: Dan Jones, Northumberland 89.7 FM News, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter.
Cobourg’s top cop is warning against labeling a recent incident at the beach as stemming from possible drug activity. Media reports that earlier this month a woman stepped on a discarded needle at the beach and is now receiving treatment for possible bloodborne infections. Mayor Lucas Cleveland issued a statement saying enough is enough and that law enforcement should be involved. However, Chris Leather tells Robert Washburn of Consider This that currently there is no evidence linking the syringe to drug use or determining how the needle arrived on the beach. He suggests this may be a public health issue, rather than criminal.
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Affordability and connectivity are central themes to Steven Haylestrom’s election platform, as he seeks to become mayor of Trent Hills in the Oct. 26 municipal election. The Warkworth native is asking what the future of the area is going to be for young people. Housing is top of mind for Haylestrom who wants to build homes to which people are looking for. Haylestrom is competing against Michael Metcalf for mayor of Trent Hills.