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Year: 2024
Guest Column – Democracy Denied: Northumberland County Council Stifles Public Voice
By David Battersby As we enter 2024, the advent of digital signatures has revolutionized the way we conduct business and
The Capitol Theatre Port Hope Announces New 2024 Programming and Ticket Sales
Rob Kempson, Artistic Director of The Capitol Theatre Port Hope, today announced new winter and spring programming, as the
Update – Northumberland OPP – Youth Charged in Relation to Child Pornography
Further Charges After Separate Complaint (MUNICIPALITY OF BRIGHTON, ON) - The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has
Video – Crown Says It’s Time Courts Send A Message to Denounce Drinking and Driving
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQiseclCKW8 The family of a 23-year-old woman who was killed over two years ago broke down in tears as Justice
No Injuries After Fire Destroys Tent at Encampment in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mml_pZciVw4 A fire destroyed a small tent at the encampment at the former Brookside Youth Centre on Tuesday, January 2,
No Plans to Replace Bus Shelter from King Street in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPkqqADRrK4 Public Works dismantled the bus shelter on King Street East at College Street on Tuesday, January 2, 2024. The shelter
Cobourg – New Governance Structure to Begin in New Year
Town of Cobourg Council transitioning to Standing Committee Structure The Town of Cobourg Legislative Services Division would like to remind
Town of Cobourg Christmas Tree Collection to Begin January 8th
The Town of Cobourg’s Public Works Division would like to advise residents of this year’s Christmas tree pickup schedule
First Baby of the Year Welcomed at Northumberland Hills Hospital
Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH) has welcomed its first baby of the new year! Born to Vanessa and Jake Morris
Cobourg Police – Cobourg Woman Charged for the Second Time Pulling Fire Alarm (No Name Released)
A 55-year-old woman and a 53-year-old man are facing charges after emergency services responded to a fire alarm Monday
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Video – Photo Gallery – Cobourg Legion Pipes and Drums Continue Summer Tradition of Piping Down the Sun
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uoZOTNCu_BY As the sun dipped below the horizon on Saturday, July 11, 2026, the haunting sound of the bagpipes echoed
Video – Photo Gallery – Corvette-Inspired Jet Boat Turns Heads in Cobourg Harbour
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qnIFKX8l6Y0 A one-of-a-kind watercraft turned plenty of heads in Cobourg Harbour this week, drawing curious onlookers who couldn't believe what
Update – RCDSO Reverses Course, Suspends Dentist Charged in Sexual Assault Investigation
The Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO) has reversed its earlier position and suspended the licence of
Upcoming Traffic Signal Construction at Three Intersections in Cobourg
The Town of Cobourg’s Public Works and Engineering Division is advising residents that construction for traffic signal improvements at
Notice of Commencement of an Integrated Impact Assessment at Wesleyville Project
(Today's Northumberland file photo) On July 10, 2026, the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) commenced an impact assessment pursuant
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Video – Photo Gallery – Cobourg Legion Pipes and Drums Continue Summer Tradition of Piping Down the Sun
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uoZOTNCu_BY As the sun dipped below the horizon on Saturday, July 11, 2026, the haunting sound of the bagpipes echoed
Video – Photo Gallery – Corvette-Inspired Jet Boat Turns Heads in Cobourg Harbour
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qnIFKX8l6Y0 A one-of-a-kind watercraft turned plenty of heads in Cobourg Harbour this week, drawing curious onlookers who couldn't believe what
City of Kawartha Lakes OPP – Etobicoke Woman Charged Following Collision (Name Released)
Members from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a serious collision
Photo Gallery – Sass Jordan Proves She’s Still a Rock Powerhouse at Peterborough Musicfest
It was a beautiful summer evening in Peterborough as Canadian rock and blues icon Sass Jordan took to the
Video – Photo Gallery – Cobourg Legion Pipes and Drums Bring Music and Memories to Local Seniors
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BN1baE3-9Aw The sound of bagpipes and drums filled the air Tuesday evening as the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133 Cobourg
- Crime
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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Local Players, Coach Part of New GMHL Team in Brighton
By Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Greater Metro Jr. A Hockey League will have a second team in Northumberland County for
World-Class Achievement Recognized at Annual CDSHF Induction
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland A seventh contingent of star athletes has been inducted into the Cobourg and District Sports Hall
Marc Mercier’s Hockey Journey from Timmins to Toronto, Cobourg and Cambridge Too
By – David McPherson/Ontario Hockey Association COLLINGWOOD, ON – Ontario Hockey Association Chairman Marc Mercier and Ontario Junior Hockey League
Video – A Dream Come True for Cobourg Hockey Player Picked in the First Round of the OHL Draft
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mq52lR02ATE What a week it has been for Cobourg's Lauchlan Whelan. The 15-year-old hockey standout is still trying to take it
Lauchlan Whelan Drafted by Windsor Spitfires
Cobourg’s Lauchlan Whelan was a first round pick Friday night at the 2026 Ontario Hockey League Priority Selection draft