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Security Guard Gone and Cobourg’s Harbourfront Rink Washrooms Locked – For Now
As of April 1, 2026, the washrooms at Rotary Harbourfront Rink in Cobourg are now closed. The outdoor rink had
Video – Cobourg Crossing Guard Hops into Easter Spirit Early
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2C3UIs6OxUY The Easter Bunny made an early appearance in Cobourg’s west end, bringing smiles—and chocolate—to local students. Danielle Kent-Greenhorne, a crossing
OPP – Half a Century Later, Ontario’s Seatbelt Law Still Saves Lives
If you're not buckling up, what's holding you back? With Ontario's seatbelt law heading into its 51st year, the Ontario
Signs of Respect and Gratitude in Victoria Park
It’s unknown who put them there, or how long they’ve been there, but it’s nice to see respect shown
Three Structure Fires in Less Than 12 Hours Across Northumberland County
(Photos of fire in Campbellford on March 26, 2026) Emergency crews across Northumberland County were kept busy last Thursday, March
Video – Learning Comes Alive at Pratt’s Pond
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgYuxXDAcSg It was a day of real-world learning for a Grade 7 class from Terry Fox Public School on Monday,
Flood Outlook Statement – Local Creeks & Flood Watch Statement – Trent River
Flood Outlook Statement - Local Creeks Lower Trent Conservation advises municipalities and the public that a Flood Outlook Statement has
Port Hope Police Service Board Extends Contract of Chief Tim Farquharson to March 2030
The Port Hope Police Service Board is pleased to announce the extension of Tim Farquharson’s contract as Chief of
Join the Cobourg Mayors’ ‘Keep the County Clean’ Challenge April 19-25
(Today's Northumberland file photo) The Town of Cobourg invites all community members to participate in the 16th annual Mayors’ Keep
Ontario Increasing Local Emergency Preparedness in Northumberland-Peterborough South
Province investing in emergency equipment and training to protect communities The government is taking action to protect Ontario by investing
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Video – One Taken to Hospital After Early Morning Garage Fire in Brighton
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oc4S108lRPA One person was taken to hospital following an early morning garage fire in Brighton on Monday, April 6, 2026. Fire
Video – Photo Gallery – Damage Tops $1 Million After Fire at Northumberland Heights Wellness Retreat and Spa
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-B9NtomEjIY A quiet rural property known for rest and relaxation became the scene of an intense firefight Monday afternoon, as
Cobourg Stamp Club Comes Up With Another Winner
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The Cobourg Stamp Club held its 50th annual COPEX stamp show in 2019 and, while those
Video – Highway of Heroes Volunteers Fight Rising Tide of Litter in Honour of Fallen Soldier
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4JCkLL1djA On a crisp Saturday morning, three volunteers trudged along the Wesleyville off-ramp of Highway 401, armed with garbage bags,
Video – Photo Gallery – Sun, Crowds and Trout: Good Friday Comes Alive Along Cobourg and Port Hope Waterfronts
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzQ4C7yBlDQ Good Friday brought near-perfect spring conditions to the Lake Ontario shoreline, drawing residents and visitors alike to the waterfronts
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Video – Photo Gallery – Damage Tops $1 Million After Fire at Northumberland Heights Wellness Retreat and Spa
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-B9NtomEjIY A quiet rural property known for rest and relaxation became the scene of an intense firefight Monday afternoon, as
Video – Highway of Heroes Volunteers Fight Rising Tide of Litter in Honour of Fallen Soldier
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4JCkLL1djA On a crisp Saturday morning, three volunteers trudged along the Wesleyville off-ramp of Highway 401, armed with garbage bags,
Video – Photo Gallery – Sun, Crowds and Trout: Good Friday Comes Alive Along Cobourg and Port Hope Waterfronts
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzQ4C7yBlDQ Good Friday brought near-perfect spring conditions to the Lake Ontario shoreline, drawing residents and visitors alike to the waterfronts
Video – Cobourg Crossing Guard Hops into Easter Spirit Early
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2C3UIs6OxUY The Easter Bunny made an early appearance in Cobourg’s west end, bringing smiles—and chocolate—to local students. Danielle Kent-Greenhorne, a crossing
Video – Photo Gallery – Spring Surge Along the Waterfront Brings Anglers, Walkers — and a Few Problems
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLOnUuZtFhI It’s been a busy stretch along the Lake Ontario shoreline in both Port Hope and Cobourg, as mild weather
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OPP – Nearly 600 Stolen Vehicles Recovered as a Result of Project Vector
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Provincial Auto Theft and Towing (PATT) Team and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)
OPP – Over 30 People Arrested Regarding Auto Thefts
Thirty-four individuals residing in Montréal and the surrounding area have been arrested following a joint forces operation between the
OPP – 274 Illegal Firearms Seized in Record Breaking Drug Bust
Province's largest seizure of handguns and assault-style rifles results in 16 arrests, 279 charges and one wanted person The Ontario
Quinte West OPP – Five People Charged with Murder (Names Released)
Five People Charged with Murder Five people have been charged with murder in connection with a death in early January
Durham Regional Police – Suspect Wanted in Killing of Pickering Casino Security Guard
Investigators have released the name and photo of a male wanted in the killing of a Pickering Casino security
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Video – Photo Gallery – Northumberland Stars Win GMHL Russell Cup Championship
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kuZ6Lj9CWZs Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Northumberland Stars shined as the top team in the Greater Metro Jr. A Hockey League this
Northumberland Stars One Win Away From GMHL Championship; Host Game 5 Saturday in Colborne
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Northumberland Stars have taken a commanding 3-1 series lead in the Greater Metro Jr. A Hockey
Georgian Bay Wins OFSAA Girls Hockey Championship at Cobourg Community Centre
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Georgian Bay District Secondary School captured the gold medal at the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations
CCI Wolves Eliminated from OFSAA Boys Hockey by Tiebreaker
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Cobourg Collegiate Institute Wolves won their final round-robin pool play game Wednesday morning at the Ontario
St. Mary Thunder Defeated in OFSAA Girls Hockey Quarterfinals
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Cobourg’s St. Mary Thunder were eliminated from the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) girls’ A/AA