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Poppy Crosswalk Idea Dropped Due to Poppy Restrictions
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Strict rules put forth by the Royal Canadian Legion governing the use of the poppy have
Municipality of Port Hope Appoints Brian Gilmer Interim Chief Administrative Officer
On Friday, July 14, 2023, Council for the Municipality of Port Hope announced that Brian Gilmer has been appointed
Alderville First Nation Elects New Chief
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4WPiDJLHdOg A new Chief has been elected for Alderville First Nation on Friday, July 7, 2023. Taynar Simpson beat out current
Township of Hamilton Receives Superior Water Tanker Shuttle Accreditation
The Township of Hamilton is pleased to announce that the Fire Department has received Superior Tanker Shuttle Accreditation. The
Northumberland County Strives for Sustainable Community Housing
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The challenges of ensuring a strong community-housing program in Northumberland County were spelled out for county
Northumberland County Councilors Hear of Diminishing Grant Opportunities
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland When about 40% of Northumberland County's budget is accounted for by grants and subsidies, county councillors
Town of Cobourg Approves New Five Year Economic Development and Venture13 Strategy and Action Plan
At the Monday, July 3rd Regular Council meeting, Cobourg Municipal Council formally adopted a new 5-year Economic Development and
Cobourg Council Suggests Province Should Get Involved in STRA Controversy
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Short-term rental accommodations are governed by such a smorgasbord of municipal regulations throughout the province that
CCC Needs Some Replacement Parts
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland While we think of the Cobourg Community Centre as a new building, Director of Community Services
Cobourg Will Consider Commemorative Poppy Crosswalk
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The Notice of Motion brought to this week's Cobourg council meeting by Councillor Adam Bureau would
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Video – Photo Gallery – Major Fire in Rural Port Hope Under Investigation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7s3_kKpqnI Damage is estimated at over half a million dollars following a early morning fire on Sunday, November 23, 2025
In My Opinion – Quest for the Mystery in Victoria Park Ends in Success
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TE4H_bvVdX0 It’s been years that I’ve been on the hunt to prove what is happening in Cobourg. For decades it’s been
Video – Perfect Evening for a Parade in Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEl0nrHtfYM It was a gorgeous night for the Colborne Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, November 22, 2025. Kicking off at 7
Video – Photo Gallery – Dancing in the Streets at the Kickoff to Christmas Magic in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fwrX5k4VBEg They were dancing in the streets at the start of Christmas Magic in Cobourg on Friday, November 21, 2025. Hundreds
Municipality of Port Hope Council adopts 2025–2028 Strategic Plan
Port Hope Council has officially adopted the 2025–2028 Strategic Plan, setting a clear direction for the Municipality over the
- Photo Galleries
Video – Photo Gallery – Major Fire in Rural Port Hope Under Investigation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7s3_kKpqnI Damage is estimated at over half a million dollars following a early morning fire on Sunday, November 23, 2025
In My Opinion – Quest for the Mystery in Victoria Park Ends in Success
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TE4H_bvVdX0 It’s been years that I’ve been on the hunt to prove what is happening in Cobourg. For decades it’s been
Video – Photo Gallery – Dancing in the Streets at the Kickoff to Christmas Magic in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fwrX5k4VBEg They were dancing in the streets at the start of Christmas Magic in Cobourg on Friday, November 21, 2025. Hundreds
Breaking News – Cobourg Mayor Lucas Cleveland’s Credit Card Statements 2022-2025
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Today’s Northumberland has received the Cobourg Mayor’s credit card statements from December 2022 up till September
Video – Photo Gallery – Bethlehem Walk Takes Place in Cold Springs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JS8DK5RNek The annual Bethlehem Walk took place over the weekend at the Cold Springs Hall in Hamilton Township. Volunteers from across
- 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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OJHL Prospect Series will have games in Cobourg and Feature Local Players
Rosters were announced recently for the Zach Hyman Ontario Junior Hockey League Prospect Series and feature a number of
Oshawa FireWolves of the NLL Sign Contract with Defenseman Kyle Rubisch
The Oshawa FireWolves of the National Lacrosse League (NLL) have agreed to a one-year contract with defenseman Kyle Rubisch,
Video – Mayor Enjoys a Round of Disc Golf in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGuQoOGRDD8 Although he was beat by a rookie, Cobourg Mayor Lucas Cleveland enjoyed a round of disc golf in Cobourg
Panthers Snap Four-Game Losing Skid
After four straight losses to open the Provincial Junior Hockey League season, the Port Hope Panthers got their first
Back-To-Back Losses for Port Hope Panthers to Open PJHL Season
The Trent Hills Thunder scored three unanswered goals in the third period to defeat the Port Hope Panthers 3-2