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Town of Cobourg Grants ECE Exemption for Warming Room
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The warming room Northumberland County will set up for the winter of 2026-2027 can proceed, thanks
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
Town of Cobourg Advises Discharge Pool Water Safely This Fall
The Town of Cobourg’s Environmental Services Department would like to remind residents of proper pool etiquette and cleaning guidelines
Alnwick-Haldimand Mayor Debate Plays to a Full House
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Though 100 chairs had been set out in Canon Nind Hall at St. George's Anglican Church
Port Hope Seeking Volunteers to Join Local Boards and Quasi-Judicial Committees
The Municipality of Port Hope is seeking representatives from the community to serve on Local Boards and Quasi-Judicial Committees. These
‘Meet the Candidates’ Web Page Launched Ahead of Upcoming 2026 Municipal Election
The municipal election is approaching and the Municipality of Port Hope has launched a ‘Meet the Candidates’ web page
Northumberland County Housing Executive Departs After 10 Years
Northumberland County’s Associate Director of Housing & Homelessness, Rebecca Snelgrove, has departed from the County after a decade with
Cobourg Council – Mayor’s Notice of Motion Set Aside
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Mayor Lucas Cleveland stood alone with two notices of motion at Wednesday's council meeting – forced
Cobourg Council – Small Band of Individuals Costs Big Bucks
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Much as the Cobourg Police Service finds a handful of individuals draining a disproportionate amount of
Cobourg Council – Skateboard Park Replacement Could Move Forward in New Year
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The new year may bring movement on replacing the aging skateboard facility in Donegan Park, following
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Videos – Cobourg Mayor and Deputy Mayor Debates Held at Lions Centre
Watch the videos below to hear directly from the candidates as they discuss issues facing Cobourg and their plans
Northumberland OPP – Trent Hills Stockings for Seniors Campaign Returns for 2026
The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), in partnership with the Municipality of Trent Hills, is pleased
Video – Photo Gallery – MNR Officers Patrol Ganaraska River as Salmon Fishing Season Continues
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5FGFhOA0mI Anglers returned to the Ganaraska River on Thursday, October 15, as fishing resumed and the annual salmon run entered
Cleveland Denies Bullying CAO, Accuses Councillors of Blocking Questions on Town’s Financial Crisis
Mayor Lucas Cleveland is pushing back against accusations that he bullied and interrogated Cobourg Chief Administrative Officer Tracey Vaughan
Great Gingerbread Build-Off Spectator Tickets Now on Sale
Come for the competition, stay for the chaos! The icing is ready. The teams are getting competitive. And this year,
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Video – Photo Gallery – MNR Officers Patrol Ganaraska River as Salmon Fishing Season Continues
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u5FGFhOA0mI Anglers returned to the Ganaraska River on Thursday, October 15, as fishing resumed and the annual salmon run entered
Video – Thanksgiving Spirit On Display As Northumberland Residents Give Generously
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y76rvY3QGDs The Thanksgiving spirit was on full display Saturday in Port Hope as shoppers opened their hearts — and their
Video – Photo Gallery – The Salmon Are Moving On — But Port Hope Is Still Watching
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XoMUUy9i0RM The crowds are still gathering along the banks of the Ganaraska River, watching one of nature’s most remarkable annual
Video – Photo Gallery – A Sea of Orange in Alderville: More Than 600 Walk to Remember the Children
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3B_f2UHODLc More than 600 people filled the roads of Alderville First Nation Wednesday, September 30, in a powerful sea of
Video – Salmon Run Continues to Draw Crowds to Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UYEAPoRnfUA The salmon are still running — and visitors are still coming to watch one of nature’s most spectacular annual
- 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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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