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Video – Cleveland: Giving Up Strong Mayor Powers Was the Fair Thing to Do
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbdGDF9YAe0 Just one day after formally entering the 2026 mayoral race, Cobourg Mayor Lucas Cleveland made another significant political decision
Ontario Ends Social Assistance for People Living in Canada Illegally
New regulations will protect taxpayer dollars and strengthen the integrity of Ontario Works and ODSP The Ontario government is strengthening
City of Kawartha Lakes OPP – Multiple Charges Following Collision (Name Released)
A City of Kawartha Lakes resident is facing numerous criminal charges following a serious head-on collision on Highway 7,
Public invited to explore new Golden Plough Lodge: Open House, August 20th
Northumberland County is inviting the community members to celebrate the opening of the new Golden Plough Lodge during a
Northumberland Photography Club Celebrates 30 Years of Creativity, Community and Photography
For three decades, photographers from across Northumberland County have gathered to share their passion, learn from one another and
Cobourg Community Raises $11,195 for Wildfire Evacuees
At yesterday’s Northumberland County Council meeting, Mayor Lucas Cleveland announced the Town of Cobourg 10 for 10 Donation Campaign
Capitol Summer Closes with Psychological Thriller
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The final presentation in a stellar Summer Season at Port Hope's Capitol Theatre comes Aug. 22,
18 Years, $500,000 and Counting: Two London Men Refuse to Stop Fighting Duchenne
For nearly two decades, Brian Connor and George Bennett have done the same thing year after year — they
Township of Alnwick/Haldimand and Municipality of Brighton Take Top Honours in 16th Annual Mayors’ Keep the County Clean Challenge
Communities across Northumberland County rolled up their sleeves this spring to make a lasting impact, with nearly 1,900 volunteers
Ontario Strengthening Local Emergency Preparedness
Province launching $5 million Community Emergency Preparedness Grant The Ontario government is expanding local support for emergency readiness by launching
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Video – Northumberland Ribfest Kicks Off With Food, Fun and Music in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZNSKwUq9Lc It was a beautiful evening for the start of Northumberland Ribfest in Cobourg. With a perfect summer evening setting the
Ontario’s New Bail Measures Welcome Step Toward Accountability, Local Police Chiefs Say
New measures aimed at strengthening Ontario’s bail system are being welcomed by the police chiefs in Cobourg and Port
Transition House Responds to Today’s Northumberland Editorial
A Response from Transition House Re: "In My Opinion – One Day in 16 Months: Questions Mount Over Organizations Listed
Ontario Strengthening Bail Requirements to Protect Communities
New measures will improve accountability and ensure real consequences for offenders Effective August 17, 2026, the Ontario government is bringing
Video – Plastic-Wrap Graffiti Appears Across Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bADZuCLeKwI A new form of street art appears to be making its way into Cobourg and surrounding communities — and
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Video – Northumberland Ribfest Kicks Off With Food, Fun and Music in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZNSKwUq9Lc It was a beautiful evening for the start of Northumberland Ribfest in Cobourg. With a perfect summer evening setting the
Video – Plastic-Wrap Graffiti Appears Across Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bADZuCLeKwI A new form of street art appears to be making its way into Cobourg and surrounding communities — and
Video – Photo Gallery – Northumberland Ribfest Set to Bring Food, Music and Family Fun to Victoria Park
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9VdYKVDBxgQ&lc=UgzMbZxu6fyOVljtZCF4AaABAg Victoria Park is about to become one of the busiest spots in Cobourg as Northumberland Ribfest gets ready to
Video – Photo Gallery – 850 Backpacks, 850 Chances to Start School with Confidence
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OAr-Gv1-ZVA Inside the Cobourg Lions Centre on Tuesday, August 11, there was a lot of noise. But it was the kind
Video – Young Port Hope Artists Want to Paint a Safer Path Across the Community
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUva3XnEN_g Sometimes it takes a personal experience to see an everyday problem in a completely different way. For Port Hope youth
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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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Jacob Hyatt Now Competing in Two National Lawn Bowling Championships this Month
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Cobourg Lawn Bowling Club member Jacob Hyatt has a busy schedule for high-level competition on the greens
Cobourg Kodiaks Clinch Major Series Lacrosse Playoff Spot
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Cobourg Kodiaks are headed to the Major Series Lacrosse playoffs after rallying for a 7-5 victory
Cobourg Kodiaks Have Must-Win Game Saturday in Owen Sound
The Cobourg Kodiaks can earn their way into the Major Series Lacrosse playoffs with a win in their final
Jacob Hyatt Heading to National Lawn Bowling Championship
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Becoming a provincial champion was years in the making for Cobourg Lawn Bowling Club member Jacob Hyatt. The
New Cougars Coach Derek Smith Wants to Restore Team’s Standing in League and Community
(Derek Smith, left, and Ryan Ramsay, right, pictured in this Cobourg Cougars graphic) Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Derek Smith has coached against