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Homelessness Struggles Reflected in Committee Correspondence
By Cecilia Nasmith/Northumberland 89.7 FM/Today's Northumberland The struggles the Province of Ontario has had with homeless encampments were reflected in
Report on 310 Division Street Brought More Than Statistics
By Cecilia Nasmith/Northumberland 89.7 FM/Today's Northumberland The report on the first few months of operations for Northumberland County's homeless shelter
Social Services Will Continue to Be a Challenge in Northumberland County
By Cecilia Nasmith/Northumberland 89.7 FM/Today's Northumberland Members of Northumberland County council's Social Services Committee agreed that the report on work
Township of Alnwick/Haldimand Approves 2025 Budget
The Township of Alnwick/Haldimand approved the 2025 Budget at the February 10, 2025 Council Meeting. After thorough review, Council approved
Cobourg Council Passes Short Term Rental Accommodation Bylaw
By Cecilia Nasmith/Northumberland 89.7 FM/Today's Northumberland Cobourg now has a Short Term Rental Accommodation bylaw, following lengthy discussion and debate
Contract Awarded for Final Phase of Walton Street Reconstruction in Port Hope
(Today's Northumberland file photo) The Municipality of Port Hope is pleased to announce that Behan Construction has been awarded the
Cobourg Passes a Motion to Call on the County to Curb Shelter Service Expansion
By Cecilia Nasmith/Northumberland 89.7 FM/Today's Northumberland With little debate and minimal discussion, Cobourg council passed a motion at Tuesday's special
Local Northumberland County Municipalities Unite in Joint Action to Support “Team Canada”
On the heels of Canada’s recent celebration of the 60th anniversary of the iconic national red and white maple
Township of Hamilton Wins International Award for 2025 Budget Package
The Township of Hamilton is proud to announce that for the third consecutive year, it has received the Government
Northumberland County Council Continues to Find 310 Division Street a Hot Topic
By Cecilia Nasmith/Northumberland 89.7 FM/Today’s Northumberland Not for the first time, Northumberland County's homeless shelter at 310 Division St., Cobourg,
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Video – Photo Gallery – Mighty Ganaraska River Covered in Layer of Snow and Ice
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Wfbz00Q6OU The mighty Ganaraska River seems to be mostly covered in a layer of ice through downtown Port Hope. The ice
Lower Trent Conservation Welcomes New Chair and Vice-Chair
Lower Trent Conservation is pleased to announce the appointment of our new Board leadership: Sherri Hamilton of Cramahe as Chair,
Enjoy Complimentary Access at All YMCA Northumberland Locations this Family Day
Celebrate Family Day with us—everyone is welcome to enjoy Complimentary Access at all YMCA Northumberland locations for the day.
NHH Board Says Include Health Care in Wesleyville Planning
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland With all the intricate planning that will go into the new Wesleyville nuclear
Update – Municipality of Port Hope – Appeal Withdrawn on 65 Ward Street
(Today's Northumberland file photo) The Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) has advised the Municipality that the appellants, Southbridge Health Care GP
- Photo Galleries
Video – Photo Gallery – Mighty Ganaraska River Covered in Layer of Snow and Ice
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Wfbz00Q6OU The mighty Ganaraska River seems to be mostly covered in a layer of ice through downtown Port Hope. The ice
With the Help from the Cobourg Community, LCBO Staff Save Man’s Life and Reunite Him with Family
By Cecilia Nasmith/Pete Fisher The staff at the LCBO at Northumberland Mall not only saved a man's life, they restored
Video – Photo Gallery – In My Opinion – Be Proud Northumberland County – Be Canadian Proud
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbygVjlGUiM Since Afghanistan, Northumberland County residents have lined the bridges along the Highway of Heroes paying their respects to our
Video – Photo Gallery – Enjoying The Beauty of a Canadian Winter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46kF_KhdXxY Stunningly beautiful sunset on Sunday, February 1, 2026 in Cobourg. It’s been a truly Canadian winter with the pure white
Video – Photo Gallery – 34th Annual Polar Plunge Raises Funds for Campbellford Memorial Hospital
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5yy1gvZE-o The 34th annual Polar Plunge was held on Saturday, January 31, 2026 in support of Campbellford Memorial Hospital. Approximately $40,000
- 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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Northumberland Breakers Undertow 16U Girls Volleyball Wins Gold
The Northumberland Breakers Undertow 16U girls volleyball team captured the gold medal on Sunday, February 8, 2026, with an
Video – Port Hope Panthers Beat Trent Hills Thunder in PJHL Action
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGgeTMsiSl4 It was Emergency Services Night as the Port Hope Panthers beat Trent Hills Thunder in PJHL action at the
Video – Still Room for Teams at the Upcoming 2026 Castleton Cup
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fxq89xEGLbk A perfect winters evening at the Castleton Sports Club on Friday, February 7, 2026. With snow falling and the lights
Brighton to Hold Watch Party for Olympian Hallie Clarke
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Brighton native Hallie Clarke is getting set to compete at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics in
West Northumberland Curling Club Member Competing at Scotties Tournament of Hearts
Kristina (Adams) Brauch of the West Northumberland Curling Club is set to play for Team Newfoundland and Labrador at