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Engagement Rates High as Eligible Residents Register for New Northumberland Broadband Network
Posted on Tuesday, July 08, 2025 04:47 PM
For Immediate Release
Tuesday, July 8, 2025 – Port Hope, ON
Northumberland County’s Broadband Project continues to make significant progress and represents a major improvement for residents of the Municipality of Port Hope. As part of this county-wide initiative, approximately 11,000 homes and businesses across mostly rural areas throughout Northumberland will be eligible to gain access to high-speed internet - including about 1,000 locations right here in Port Hope.
This project is a...
Dredging of Outer Harbour - July 7, 2025
Posted on Monday, July 07, 2025 09:53 AM
Residents are advised that a suction dredge of the Port Hope outer harbour will be conducted beginning on Monday, July 7, 2025, to remove sediment build-up in the area. Work is expected to continue over the next several weeks. During this time, the boat launch and surrounding areas will remain open until further notice. If a closure is deemed necessary, a notice will be posted on the municipal website and at the work site.
The sediment removed will be placed on the West Beach near the water...
Council Meeting Schedule and Summer Recess
Posted on Thursday, July 03, 2025 03:30 PM
Please be advised that the Council meeting scheduled for July 15, 2025, will be held virtually, via Zoom. This temporary change is to accommodate the schedules of Council Members and municipal staff, and to support upcoming audiovisual system upgrades.
When the agenda is published, it will include detailed instructions on how the public can view the meeting online or participate virtually.
Residents are also reminded that the Municipality will observe its summer meeting schedule. Accordingly, there...
Choate Road Long-Term Closure Notice
Posted on Friday, June 27, 2025 03:38 PM
The Municipality has been notified that the long-term closure of Choate Road will begin on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. This closure is to accommodate the major MTO infrastructure project taking place surrounding highway 401. Signage about the closure has already been installed in the impacted areas by the construction team for the Ministry.
The Municipality of Port Hope has committed to sharing impacts and road closures with residents as they are confirmed and become available by the Ministry of...
Canada Day Road Closures and Parking Restrictions
Posted on Thursday, June 26, 2025 02:20 PM
Canada Day is fast approaching and residents are advised of the following impacts to accommodate this year's celebrations.
Road ClosuresThe parade route has been adjusted this year due to the Walton Street Reconstruction Project. Residents are advised of the following road closures from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, to accommodate the annual Canada Day parade:
- Bramley Street South and North (from Charles Street to Trafalgar Street)
- Ridout/Walton Street (from Victoria Street to...