During the June 29th Regular Council Meeting, Cobourg Council voted unanimously to keep Victoria Beach closed to the public until August 30th, 2020.
We encourage all interested citizens to watch the meeting and discussion on our YouTube channel.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4JsRWp9-HU

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While the term “social circle” is certainly not new to our vernacular, it has taken on an important new meaning.
As the cases of COVID-19 continue to decline in Ontario, Dr. David Williams, Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, updated public health advice to allow ‘social circles’ of up to 10 members, including family or friends from outside of your home.  That’s 10 people in total, including your family.
One of the...
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Regions in Ontario have experienced COVID-19 differently.
In the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit, Northumberland County has been successful in containing the spread of the coronavirus to 19 cases, with 17 resolved, at the time of this article. As a result, the HKPRD Health Unit shifted into Stage Two of Reopening Ontario as of Friday, June 12.
I’ve always believed the adage that “slow and steady wins the race,” and so it is with...
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In an uncertain world, good things are happening, especially amongst our youth.
I witnessed this energy at the Black Lives Matter rally in Cobourg, where our youth spoke eloquently and respectfully on the democratic principles that we hold dear.
I would also like to draw your attention to a recent announcement made by Premier Doug Ford, Todd Smith, the minister of children, community and social services, and Jamil Jivani, Ontario’s advocate for community opportunities....
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Like many in our community, I was deeply saddened to learn of the senseless death of George Floyd in Minneapolis on May 25 th . This is a tragic reminder to myself of the many others who have also lost their lives under similar circumstances.  
As your Mayor I have spent my last few days reflecting and speaking to members within our community who have shared their stories, fears and hopes with me. I have asked for guidance on how our community can support anyone who experiences...
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