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Township of Alnwick/Haldimand and Municipality of Brighton Take Top Honours in 16th Annual Mayors’ Keep the County Clean Challenge
Communities across Northumberland County rolled up their sleeves this spring to make a lasting impact, with nearly 1,900 volunteers
Young Business Owners Showcase Innovation at Annual BECN Youth Entrepreneurship Showcase
Young entrepreneurs from across Northumberland County showcased their creativity, business skills, and ambition today at the annual BECN Youth
Final Day in Cobourg to Submit Nomination Papers for 2026 Municipal and School Board Election is August 21
The Town of Cobourg Legislative Services Division would like to inform all residents that the final day to submit
Breaking News – One Day After Filing for Re-Election, Cleveland Hands Over Strong Mayor Powers
Cobourg Mayor Lucas Cleveland formally entered the 2026 mayoral race on Monday. Just 24 hours later, he announced he was
Cobourg Launches New Snow Clearing Assistance Pilot Program
(Today's Northumberland file photo) The Town of Cobourg Public Works and Engineering Division is pleased to announce a new Snow
Video – Northumberland County Explains Why Lights Remain On at New Golden Plough Lodge
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1b87XT2QIAw Residents have been asking why the lights appear to be on around the clock at the new Golden Plough
Cobourg Mayoral Candidate Max LeMarchant Responds to Questions Following Campaign Launch
Mayoral candidate Max LeMarchant has issued a detailed statement addressing questions and comments raised following his registration as a
Cobourg Mayor Says Donations to Councillors Were Legal Amid Public Questions
Cobourg Mayor Lucas Cleveland is responding to growing public concern over campaign donations made to members of Cobourg council
Brighton Councillor Bobbi Wright Announces Bid for Mayor
Brighton Councillor Bobbi Wright has officially entered the race to become the Municipality of Brighton's next mayor, announcing she
Cobourg’s 202 Second St. Proposed Development Gets Additional Life, Despite Wide Opposition
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Dan Jones, Northumberland 89.7 FM News, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter. A proposed multi-storey residential and commercial
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Exclusive – Cleveland Takes Aim at Past Council, Police Board as New Term Begins
(Today's Northumberland file photo) (Editors note: After being re-elected on Monday evening (October 26, 2026), Today's Northumberland wanted to do
Alnwick-Haldimand Council Will Have Almost All New Faces
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s Northumberland When the new Alnwick-Haldimand Township council is sworn in, there will be only one member from
Todd Attridge Elected Mayor in Port Hope; Four Councillors Return
By Jeff Gard/Today's Northumberland Todd Attridge has unseated Olena Hankivsky as mayor for the Municipality of Port Hope. Attridge, a councillor
Hamilton Township Votes for Councillor Positions; Mayor and Deputy Acclaimed
By Jeff Gard/Today's Northumberland Two councillors have been re-elected in Hamilton Township and a former one is returning. Residents were only
Sandra Arthur Elected New Mayor of Cramahe Township
Jeff Gard/Today's Northumberland After serving three consecutive terms as deputy mayor, Sandra Arthur has been elected as Cramahe Township’s new
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Video – Lucas Cleveland Re-Elected Cobourg Mayor as Adam Bureau Wins Deputy Mayor Race
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fe-wxTsae1g Cleveland secures second term with 4,524 votes as voters elect three new councillors and send a message to town
Video – Photo Gallery – World Snooker Champion Cliff Thorburn Delights Legion Members in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNrU4Dzkgv8 ‘The Grinder’ shares stories from a legendary career, performs trick shots and reflects on a lifetime in snooker A world
Video – Photo Gallery – Hundreds Gather in Colborne for First Annual Northumberland Witch Walk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vyxo8hHsdw ‘We want to take up space’: Northumberland Witch Walk honours women persecuted throughout history Hundreds of people gathered in Colborne
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
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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