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COVID, cold, flu clinics return in Hastings-Prince Edward area
In an effort to help reduce the spread of respiratory viruses, COVID, cold and flu care clinics are returning to Trenton, Belleville, Picton...
1h ago
Brighton seeks citizen members for municipal advisory committees and boards
There's a rare opportunity for you to sit on a municipal advisory committee or local board in Brighton. The Health Services Advisory Committ...
1h ago
Uber Eats Cravings Report 2024: Northumberland's quirkiest delivery trends revealed
Northumberland foodies were part of a national trend for quirky and indulgent orders, as revealed in the Uber Eats Cravings Report 2024. The...
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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Provincial grant helps Five Counties Children's Centre support more children
A $135,200 Resilient Communities Fund grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation is helping Five Counties Children's Centre provide essentia...
13h ago
Brighton mourns Coun. Byron Faretis
Brighton council and residents are mourning the loss of Coun. Byron Faretis, who passed away late Tuesday (Nov. 19) following a courageous b...
16h ago
Northumberland accessibility committee seeks members to promote inclusion
With International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3, Northumberland County is inviting residents to join the Northumberland Ac...
Nov 20, 2024
Ontario bill targets supervised consumption sites near schools
Ontario introduced a bill on Monday seeking to close 10 supervised consumption sites considered too close to schools and daycares. If passed...
Nov 20, 2024
Brighton mayor weighs in on Canada Post strike
Often, timing can be everything. Brighton Mayor Brian Ostrander tells us case in point is dodging the postal strike on the financial front. ...
Nov 20, 2024
Passport delays loom as postal strike continues
Holiday travellers waiting on passports in the mail do have another course of action as the postal strike drags on. The Federal Government h...
Nov 20, 2024
CFIA recalls organic carrots over E. coli risk: 39 illnesses and one death reported
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued a recall for several brands of carrot products due to possible E. coli contamination. ...
Nov 20, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Tammie's Jammies: Spreading holiday warmth with new pyjamas for kids in need
Now in it's eighth year, Tammie's Jammies is returning to share the spirit of Christmas giving to children supported by the Highland Shores ...
Nov 19, 2024
Trent Hills resident charged after alleged robbery, separate assault probe in Havelock
Peterborough County OPP say they've arrested an outstanding suspect allegedly involved in an assault investigation in Havelock - and that th...
Nov 19, 2024
Belleville resident facing careless driving charge after crash involving school bus
An-18-year-old has been charged after a collision involving a school bus, say Prince Edward County OPP. In an update on Tuesday, Nov. 19, ...
Nov 19, 2024
Angels of Care campaign seeks support amid postal strike delays
The Campbellford Memorial Hospital Foundation's 18th Annual Angels of Care Campaign is facing challenges due to the ongoing Canada Post stri...
Nov 19, 2024
Quinte West shares payment options during Canada Post disruption
The City of Quinte West is advising residents to avoid mailing payments or documents due to the ongoing Canada Post disruption. To ensure ti...
Nov 19, 2024
Trenton's Santa Claus Parade will roll out Sunday November 24
The kick-off event of the City of Quinte West holiday season features beautifully decorated floats from local businesses, organizations, and...
Nov 19, 2024
Northumberland OPP arrest Cobourg driver for impaired operation
Northumberland OPP have arrested a 25-year-old Cobourg woman following a public complaint about an impaired driver on November 15, 2024. Aro...
Nov 19, 2024
Ontario investing millions to combat bullying and boost student mental health
The Ontario government is investing millions to help fight bullying in schools and promote student mental health and well-being. In making t...
Nov 19, 2024
Quinte West names Suzanne Andrews as interim chair of Trenton DBIA board
Quinte West has appointed Suzanne Andrews the interim chair of Trenton's Downtown Business Improvement Area board of directors. This is a vo...
Nov 19, 2024
Brighton Leos to raise funds for Lions Dog Guides with holiday pet treats at Sobeys
The Brighton Leos - the youth division of the local Lions International Service Club - are raising money for the Lions Dog Guides program. J...
Nov 18, 2024
Municipalities struggling with OPP cost increases
As municipalities across the province are reviewing budgets for 2025, one line item sure to cause some sticker shock will be the rise in cos...
Nov 18, 2024
Heritage advisory committee proposes names for future streets in Brighton
Brighton's heritage advisory committee has offered up a potential list of names to council for future new streets in the community. Mayor Br...
Nov 18, 2024
2nd transportation master-plan meeting in Brighton
Brighton's second public information centre for the municipality's transportation master-plan is Wednesday, Nov. 27. It's an open house, dro...
Nov 18, 2024
Final family Christmas at Spry Tree Farm to support Northumberland Hills Hospital
The much-loved Family Christmas at Spry Family Christmas Tree Farm returns for its final year on Saturday, December 7. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m...
Nov 18, 2024
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Volunteers make a difference in Northumberland
Meals on Wheels plays an important role in communities across Northumberland. Ingrid Anderson has been involved in the program through Commu...
Nov 17, 2024
Brighton food bank seeks holiday donations to support families in need this season
Between now and New Years local food banks are busy. Demand is high as individuals and families attempt to navigate the holidays while stick...
Nov 17, 2024
YMCA Northumberland set to open Campbellford location with grand reveal events
YMCA Northumberland is set to open its newest location in Campbellford on November 27, 2024. Situated within the Sunny Life Recreation &...
Nov 17, 2024
Local spirits high as Santa Claus comes to town
The holiday spirit is officially in Brighton as the Santa Claus Parade starts off the local festivities. The BrightonToday news team was on ...
Nov 16, 2024
Assault, weapon charges laid after alleged incident at Warkworth Institution
A Loyalist Township resident is facing charges after an alleged assault at Warkworth Institution, say Northumberland OPP. According to polic...
Nov 16, 2024
Sutha's Pizza marks first anniversary with donation to Trenton Memorial Hospital Foundation
Sutha's Pizza Bar & Grill in Trenton has donated $26,364.67 to the Trenton Memorial Hospital Foundation (TMHF), with a cheque presentati...
Nov 16, 2024