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Category: Police Blotter
Quinte West OPP – Traffic Stop Results in Impaired Driving Charges (Name Released)
A driver is facing impaired driving charges following a traffic stop in Quinte West. On Sunday, October 18, 2026, just
Cobourg Police – Incidents Include Suspended Driver, Shoplifting, Stunt Driving, Impaired Driving (No Names Released)
Suspended driver charged following traffic stop On October 18, 2026, at approximately 11:15 p.m., officers conducting traffic enforcement in the
Cobourg Police – Incidents Include Indecent Act, Break and Enter, Assault with Weapon (Names Released)
Cobourg Man Charged with Indecent Act (No Name Released) A 56-year-old Cobourg man is facing multiple charges following an investigation
Northumberland OPP – Two People Charged in Drug Trafficking Investigation (Names Released)
Two individuals are facing charges following the execution of a warrant under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA)
Durham Region Police – DRPS Officer Charged with Assault (Name Released)
A Durham Regional Police officer has been charged in connection with an assault following an investigation by the Durham
Video – Cobourg Police – Person Charged with Obstruct, Trespass, Fail to Comply (Name Released)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SNcKqWVhWTc At approximately noon on October 10, 2026 Cobourg Police were called to a business on King Street West at
Peterborough Police – Peterborough Man Faces Voyeurism Charges (No Name Released)
A 21-year-old Peterborough man is facing voyeurism charges after a 13-month investigation. In late August 2025, the Peterborough Police Service
Quinte West OPP – Two Quinte West Residents Facing Multiple Drug Trafficking Charges (Names Released)
Members of the Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid multiple drug trafficking-related charges following
Ontario Investing $229K Helping Port Hope Police Combat Auto Theft
Funding will help Port Hope Police Service maintain downward trend in vehicle theft The Government of Ontario is investing $229,580.92
Northumberland OPP – Two Drivers Charged with Impaired Within Four Hours (Names Released)
Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two drivers with impaired operation in
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Port Hope Poppy Campaign Begins With Presentation of First Poppy to Mayor
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2V0-xOj79Q The annual Poppy Campaign officially got underway in Port Hope on Friday, October 23, with Mayor Olena Hankivsky receiving
Cleveland Calls for Independent Outside Forensic Audit of Town of Cobourg’s Finances.
(Today's Northumberland file photo) In the span of just 2 weeks we as a community have been rocked by a
SIU Investigating Death of Man in Lindsay
The province’s Special Investigations Unit is investigating the death of a 57-year-old man after he fled Kawartha Lakes Police
Breaking News – Data Breach Prompts Some Area Police Services to Suspend Crime Stoppers Portal
Investigation underway to determine whether confidential tips were compromised _____________________________________________ A data breach involving the company that provides tip-management software
In My Opinion – Get Out and Vote – It Makes A Difference
I wouldn’t speak for every part of Northumberland County, but I can say that communities including Port Hope, Cobourg
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Video – Photo Gallery – Northumberland Stars Remain Undefeated After Hard-Fought Battle Against Brighton Vikings
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMgboo5XFgU The Northumberland Stars kept their undefeated record intact Friday night, October 23, after defeating the Brighton Vikings in a
Video – Photo Gallery – In My Opinion – Another Gorgeous Sunset Over Cobourg Harbour
Another gorgeous evening in Cobourg on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, offered a different perspective of the town, thanks to
Video – Photo Gallery – Sunshine Brings Two Beautiful Fall Days to Northumberland County
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ecj0HJL7_qI Sunshine, colourful autumn leaves and stunning sunsets made for two memorable fall days across Northumberland County on Sunday, October
Video – Photo Gallery – Port Hope Volunteers Plant More Than 160 Trees to Create a Mini Forest at Rapley Park
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nTJALDl_Ydg More than 160 trees and shrubs are being planted at Rapley Park as volunteers joined forces with TD and
Video – Photo Gallery – Beneath the Paint: Hidden Rot Reveals Extent of Victoria Hall Clock Tower Restoration
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=beCjhd_KEQg From the streets of downtown Cobourg, Victoria Hall’s iconic clock tower continues to stand proudly above the historic municipal
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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 Remain Undefeated After Hard-Fought Battle Against Brighton Vikings
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMgboo5XFgU The Northumberland Stars kept their undefeated record intact Friday night, October 23, after defeating the Brighton Vikings in a
Cobourg Cougars Drop Dukes to Continue Strong Play
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland After tallying eight goals during a road win Saturday in Aurora, the Cobourg Cougars netted nine more
Undefeated Northumberland Stars, Brighton Vikings Set to Meet Friday in Colborne
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Two undefeated teams from neighbouring communities will put their perfect Greater Metro Jr. A Hockey League records
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