January 8, 2026

Planning and Development

Planning, growth and related issues

A proposed residential and commercial development in Cobourg facing headwinds from the public and council A proposed 196-unit hiusing and commercial development in downtown Cobourg is facing strong public opposition. By Dan Jones, CFWN, LJI
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A proposed residential and commercial development in Cobourg facing headwinds from the public and council

Robert Washburn September 19, 2025 0
By Dan Jones LJI Northumberland 89.7 FM It will be difficult for a property development in Cobourg...
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Public and politicians raise concerns over strong mayor directive to appoint new department director, reorganize department Victoria Hall and Town of Cobourg Administration Offices. By: Dan Jones
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Public and politicians raise concerns over strong mayor directive to appoint new department director, reorganize department

Robert Washburn August 29, 2025 0
By Dan Jones LJI Northumberland 89.7 FM In a sometimes emotional meeting, Cobourg councillors expressed concerns and...
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In Their Words: Cobourg council hears update to development charges as costs for studies increases SEWER CONSTRUCTION
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In Their Words: Cobourg council hears update to development charges as costs for studies increases

Robert Washburn July 19, 2025 0
In preparation for future growth and meeting new provincial requirements, Cobourg council received a report saying updating...
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In Their Words: Council narrowly rejects Waterfront Nature Park Task Force, instead integrates it into parks master plan Oct 2024 waterfront nature park 800x600
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In Their Words: Council narrowly rejects Waterfront Nature Park Task Force, instead integrates it into parks master plan

Robert Washburn May 30, 2025 0
Cobourg council narrowly rejected a proposal to create a waterfront task force to oversee changes to the...
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A 1,600-acre development floated at public meeting has Hamilton Township family worried Burnham Family Farm sign
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A 1,600-acre development floated at public meeting has Hamilton Township family worried

Robert Washburn January 11, 2025 0
In November, a public meeting was held in Hamilton Township to discuss the possible development of 1,600...
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