Flags Lowered at Cobourg Firehall in Honour of Former Firefighter

In Editor Choice, Local

The flags at the Cobourg Firehall on Elgin Street in Cobourg were lowered in honour of a former firefighter who passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2020.

Veteran firefighter Don Medhurst passed away from cancer at 80-years-old Thursday morning.

Medhurst joined the Cobourg Fire Department as a part-time firefighter on July 1, 1969 and became a full-time firefighter on April 5, 1971.

He retired as a Platoon Chief in 1999.

Funeral arrangements are still being determined.

Pete Fisher
Author: Pete Fisher

Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love

Join Our Newsletter!

Want to keep up to date on news and events in Northumberland? Subscribe to newsletter!

You may also read!

Peterborough County OPP – Weapons Related Charges Laid in Peterborough (Name Released)

Police have made an arrest in the City of Peterborough following a nearly year-long investigation. On May 11, 2024, members

Read More...

Video – Warkworth Maple Syrup Sugar Festival Brings In the Crowds

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-m1JDGtqP4 The sap may have not been flowing due to the cold weather but that didn’t stop people from attending

Read More...

Belleville Police – Incidents Include Assault and Breach, Suspended Driver, People Fighting (Names Released)

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 190 calls for service between 5:00 am on March 7,

Read More...

Mobile Sliding Menu