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Cobourg Mayor Announces Successful Library Budget Negotiations
Mayor Cleveland is pleased to announce a successful outcome in budget discussions with the Cobourg Public Library. Thanks to constructive
‘Toys for Tickets’ Program in Port Hope
The Municipality of Port Hope is pleased to announce the new ‘Toys for Tickets’ program, offering residents a chance
Successful Construction Season Strengthens Northumberland’s Infrastructure
From road resurfacing to culvert relining, 2025 has been a productive year for Northumberland County Public Works as critical
Special Cobourg Council Meeting Called for Police to Explain Budget Increase
The Town of Cobourg Legislative Services Division would like to inform all residents a Special Meeting of Council will
Town of Cobourg Reviews Heritage Designation for Listed Properties
Outreach underway asking heritage property owners about designation interest The Town of Cobourg Development Division has launched a process to
Cobourg Council – Cobourg Renews Insurance at Relatively Good Rate
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Cobourg council voted Wednesday to go with the recommendation of McDougall Insurance Brokers and pay the
Cobourg Council – Duke of York Square May Get a New Name
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The fall-out from the recent news from across the pond has reached Cobourg, with a notice
Cobourg Council – Cobourg Water Rates Will Rise
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Cobourg council was clearly unhappy at Wednesday's meeting with the 8.8% base rate increase for water
Cobourg Council – Cobourg Woman Inveighs Against Police Costs – Again
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Dissatisfied with the reception her presentation got at an October meeting of the Cobourg Police Services
Overnight winter Warming Room to open November 27th at Northumberland County Headquarters
Northumberland County will open the doors to an overnight Warming Room at County Headquarters (555 Courthouse Road, Cobourg) beginning
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Port Hope Mayor Proposes Budget with 2.7% Increase
Port Hope Mayor Olena Hankivsky officially introduced her budget at Tuesday night’s council meeting. As previously reported, the details were
CBM Aggregates in Grafton Recognized by the Ontario Stone, Sand & Gravel Association
The Grafton Site of CBM Aggregates was one of three businesses awarded with the Property Enhancement Award by the
Capacity to Increase at 310 Division
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Councillor Lucas Cleveland engaged Northumberland County council in a discussion of more than an hour's duration
Clarington Council Unanimously Votes to Save Camp 30 Cafeteria Building
The Jury Lands Foundation (JLF) is celebrating a major milestone after Clarington Council unanimously approved a motion that saves
Campbellford Memorial Hospital’s Laboratory Reports Record Testing Volumes and Strong Performance in 2025
Campbellford Memorial Hospital (CMH) is highlighting the significant work and performance of its Laboratory Services following the release of
- Photo Galleries
Video – Photo Gallery – A Memorable Canadian Winter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DYIR5kDtiE Another dousing of the white stuff kept emergency services busy throughout Northumberland County on Monday, January 19, 2026. Numerous vehicles
Video – Photo Gallery – No Injuries After Transport Collides with Antique Store North of Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_M7La7LIdvs There were no injuries after a transport truck struck a pickup truck before slamming into a antique Store in
Video – Photo Gallery – Memorable Winter in Northumberland County
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jg8pmC7bhQo It’s been a memorable winter for those who enjoy the outdoors in Northumberland County. The area has been inundated with
Video – Photo Gallery – Brian McFarlane Showcases Art, Talks Hockey in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ij9yzueUTHg Legendary hockey broadcaster Brian McFarlane was on hand at the Northumberland Arts Gallery & Shop in Port Hope on
Video – Photo Gallery – Memorable Wedding Photos on Cobourg Pier
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7EBaPJOqFk It was a beautiful day for a wedding on Friday, January 9, 2026 in Cobourg. A Peterborough couple came down
- 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 in OHL U16 Showcase in Peterborough This Week
Trent Clow and Lauchlan Whelan will compete Tuesday and Wednesday at the Ontario Hockey League’s U16 Top Prospects Showcase
Current Competes at World Cross Country Running Championships, Signs Nike Contract
Kate Current, originally from Precious Corners just north of Cobourg, competed for Canada in the mixed relay at the
Cobourg Cougars Head Into New Year with Lengthy Losing Streak
The Cobourg Cougars junior A hockey club will look to reverse its fortunes after the calendar flips to 2026. Following
Port Hope’s Owen Beck Scores First NHL Goal
(Photo courtesy of Montreal Canadiens) In his 21st NHL game, Port Hope’s Owen Beck scored the first goal of his
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