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Cobourg Police – Cobourg Man Charged with Fail to Comply, Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Name Released)
A Cobourg man is facing charges after violating release order conditions. On September 15, 2026, at approximately 10:45 p.m., police
Cobourg Police – Driver Charged After Pedestrian Struck in Parking Lot
A Cobourg driver faces a Highway Traffic Act charge after a vehicle struck a pedestrian in a parking lot. On
Northumberland OPP – Stolen Vehicle Recovered Near Hastings
The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has recovered a stolen vehicle and charged one individual following
Durham Region Police – Brock Township Man Charged After Urinating on Cruiser (Name Released)
Help Solve a Crime Leads to Arrest in Police Cruiser Mischief ____________________________________________________________ A male is facing charges after assistance from a
OPP – Ontario Wide 9-1-1 Service Outage Reported – Now Stabilized
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is aware that the 9-1-1 system has largely stabilized. All OPP Provincial Communications Centres
Cobourg Police – Incidents Include Possession, Shoplifting, Warrants, Break and Enter
Three individuals are facing charges or provincial offences following separate incidents involving suspected drug use and possession. On September 11,
Video – Photo Gallery – Northumberland OPP – Four Commercial Motor Vehicles Placed Out of Service Following OPP/MTO Enforcement
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOKI-xJ34mg Four commercial vehicles were pulled off the road Wednesday after Northumberland OPP and Ministry of Transportation inspectors uncovered a
Durham Region Police – Arson at Funeral Home in Oshawa
Police are searching for suspects following an arson at a funeral home in Oshawa. On Monday, September 7, 2026, at
Illicit Cannabis Production Site Dismantled on Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory
More than $2.8 Million in Illicit Cannabis Seized Eight individuals charged after more than $2.8 million in illicit cannabis plants
Peterborough County OPP – Two Single Vehicle Collisions – Two Drivers Arrested for Impaired (Names Released)
Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two drivers with impaired driving
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Town of Cobourg Raises Concerns Over VIA Rail Service Changes
(Today's Northumberland file photo) The Town of Cobourg is expressing concern regarding recently announced changes to VIA Rail service along
Video – Photo Gallery – Another Perfect Sunset along Cobourg’s Lakeshore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBiMTwx_iQI There are some evenings along the Cobourg waterfront when Lake Ontario seems to slow everything down. Wednesday, September 16, was
Lakelands Public Health Welcomes New Associate Medical Officer of Health
Dr. Maxwell Tran Brings Diverse Clinical Experience and Public Health Expertise to the Region Lakelands Public Health is pleased to
Opposition to Brookside Project Seems Unanimous
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland In 28 pieces of correspondence and addresses by 10 in-person presenters, no support was expressed at
Exclusive – Cobourg Says Groups Distributing Harm-Reduction Supplies Not Allowed on Town Property Without Approval
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Town says organizations need approval before providing organized services on municipal property regarding harm reduction supplies The
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Video – Photo Gallery – Another Perfect Sunset along Cobourg’s Lakeshore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBiMTwx_iQI There are some evenings along the Cobourg waterfront when Lake Ontario seems to slow everything down. Wednesday, September 16, was
Video – Photo Gallery – Northumberland OPP – Four Commercial Motor Vehicles Placed Out of Service Following OPP/MTO Enforcement
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOKI-xJ34mg Four commercial vehicles were pulled off the road Wednesday after Northumberland OPP and Ministry of Transportation inspectors uncovered a
Video – Photo Gallery – Canadian Manufacturer Goes on the Offense With Major Cobourg Expansion
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HUwy-rfBiQ&t=93s Soluroc more than doubles Cobourg facility as company looks to expand global markets While much of the Canadian business landscape
Video – Photo Gallery – When the Waves Became the Playground in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozmqealjIzk They came to Cobourg expecting a day of swimming. Instead, two mothers and their young children found themselves waiting
Video – Lithium Battery Believed To Blame For Early-Morning Cobourg Fire
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOUowb-5uN4 A family was forced out of their Perry Street home early Monday morning after a fire erupted in their
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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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Cobourg Cougars Edge Lindsay Muskies in Home Opener
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland It was a fresh start for the new Cobourg Cougars in front of their home fans Monday
Northumberland Jacks 16U Makes OBA Championship Tournament Debut
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland A group that began as house league baseball players four years ago, the Northumberland Jacks 16U team
Northumberland Jacks 15U Black Select Team Caps Memorable Season with Top-Eight OBA Finish
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Northumberland Jacks 15U Black Select Team entered the Ontario Baseball Association championship tournament as one of
New-Look Cobourg Cougars Win OJHL Season Opener in Aurora
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Cobourg Cougars opened the 2026-27 Ontario Junior Hockey League regular season Friday night with a 5-2
University Women’s Softball to be Showcased This Weekend in Cobourg
(Ontario University Softball graphic) Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Ontario University Softball is set to launch its 25th season as a league this