Calling All Creatures, Creepy and Crawly!
89.7’s First Annual Halloween Pet Costume Contest - October 30th from 6-8PM
Witches, werewolves, furry little monsters, and spooky scaly friends — we want YOU!
Northumberland 89.7 is inviting you and your pets to join us for a Halloween Pet Costume Contest on October 30 from 6 PM to 8 PM! 👻
Stop by our studio at 1000 Elgin Street in Cobourg, where we'll be taking photos of your costumed companions and celebrating pets of all shapes, sizes, and species!
We'll have three categories: dogs, cats, and small animals, with first-, second-, and third-place prizes up for grabs!
A huge thank-you to our sponsors, @thelocalpetpantry and @porchdogcoffee, @dukesporthope, for generously donating treats and coffee for our winners.
Gala tickets now on sale
Tickets are now on sale for the Northumberland Land Trust’s 2026 Annual Gala Dinner Fundraiser!
Join us on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at the Best Western Plus Cobourg Inn & Convention Centre for an unforgettable evening in support of land conservation in Northumberland County. Doors open at 5:00 p.m.
This year’s Gala features an incredible presentation by guest speaker George Kourounis—renowned global adventurer, storm chaser, explorer, and television presenter. Based in Toronto, George has travelled to some of the world’s most extreme environments, documenting nature’s most powerful weather events and venturing into places most people would never dare to go. His stories, photographs, and experiences promise to make for a truly fascinating and inspiring evening.
This year’s Gala is especially meaningful as 2026 marks the 30th anniversary of the Northumberland Land Trust’s beginnings, when the Lone Pine Land Trust was founded by Murial Braham in 1996. We hope you’ll join us as we celebrate three decades of protecting the lands and natural heritage of Northumberland County.
The evening will also feature our always-popular Silent Auction, filled with unique experiences, local treasures, artwork, and gift items.
We have developed an elections website for the Oct. 26 municipal election.
You can see who is contesting in each community, complete with candidate profiles and articles. We will be posting interviews throughout the election of candidates seeking mayoral positions.
Take part in our Survey!
Port Hope and Region Business Retention and Expansion Project
We want to hear from manufacturers, energy-related firms, suppliers, contractors, service providers, and businesses supporting industrial work.
Centre Stage at the Capitol October Episode with Taylor Lovelace & Jeff Newberry on I’m Every Woman: The Whitney Houston Songbook.
Airing the first Thursday of every month at 12:00 noon, and repeats the following Tuesday at 6:00pm
Volunteer Spotlight
Harry Hodge
Harry Hodge has worked as a journalist and educator throughout Canada and Asia. He has worked as an editor with the China Daily in Beijing, Metro Edmonton, 24 Hours Toronto, the Timmins Daily Press and the Sherbrooke Record in Quebec's Eastern Townships. He has freelanced for the Korea Herald, the Saigon Times and numerous other publications. He also was a newsreader every week on the Saigon Times website, and called play-by-play for the Saigon Heat of the ASEAN Basketball League (ABL).
You may also recognize Harry from his acting roles in period pieces or from his work as a model in advertising campaigns around the world.
Northumberland 89.7 FM is seeking journalists, storytellers, and news readers who are ready to make a difference in keeping your community informed.
The News Department is always looking for more volunteers to help keep our listeners up-to-date on what is happening locally. Here at Northumberland 89.7 we’re looking for women who are looking to start their career in journalism. Maybe you want to get back in the industry? Here at Northumberland 89.7 is an amazing way to do so. We provide all the training, technical support as well as plenty of opportunities to help you be successful. For more information please visit the radio station at 1000 Elgin Street West in Cobourg or contact danjones@northumberland897.ca.
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