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Cobourg Council Approves Its First Flag-Raising Policy
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Cobourg council has approved the first flag-raising policy for the Town of Cobourg. At this week's committee-of-the-whole
Cobourg Council – Council Hears Homeless Stats for September
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland As Cobourg council monitors the homelessness issue locally with regular reports, members heard
Cobourg Municipal Law Enforcement Introducing Body-Worn Cameras
Cameras are intended to improve transparency, ensure accountability The Town of Cobourg Legislative Services Division would like to inform residents
Municipality of Port Hope will Observe National Day of Mourning to Commemorate Queen Elizabeth II’s Funeral
The Municipality of Port Hope has confirmed that it will observe the National Day of Mourning on Monday, September
Cobourg Plans Memorial Service for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
The Town of Cobourg in partnership with the Cobourg Legion invites the public to attend a memorial service commemorating Her
Cobourg Implements By-Law to Regulate the Idling of Motor Vehicles
The Town of Cobourg is hoping to engage residents in supporting sustainable practices and actions by introducing them to
Statement from County Warden on the Death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
“Today, Northumberland County joins communities across Canada and around the world in expressing heartfelt con-dolences to the Royal Family
Meet Your Port Hope Candidates
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Though school doors have just opened, voting in the fall municipal election begins in only a
Northumberland County Will Need Three New Staff Members
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Ontario Premier Doug Ford's plan to provide more housing by speeding up the planning and approval
Learn More About Cobourg’s Affordable and Rental Housing Incentives
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The Town of Cobourg's Planning and Development Division is hosting two open houses regarding the town's
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Freedom of Information Request Shows Cause of Delayed Response by Fire Service to Police Officer Overcome by Fentanyl Was Dispatcher Error
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Today’s Northumberland received a response to a Freedom of Information request to the Town of Cobourg
Cobourg Winter Parking Regulations in Effect as of November 1, 2025
(Today's Northumberland file photo) The Town of Cobourg would like to remind all residents that winter parking bylaws will take
Operation Red Nose, Your Safe Ride Home for the Holidays for a 30th Campaign
On Tuesday, November 4, 2025, Operation Red Nose is launching its 30th safe ride campaign in Ontario, opening a
Port Hope Police Bring Cost Savings Back to Council
The Port Hope Police Board presented its draft 2026 budget to council last month and was asked to find
Christmas at The Colborne Art Gallery
By Rosanne Dolan, Colborne Art Gallery artist and liaison The final art exhibition of 2025 at the Colborne Art Gallery
- Photo Galleries
Video – Photo Gallery – Unveiling of National Memorial to the Fallen in Kingston
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkmA9fTa6hg A monument honouring fallen soldiers throughout Canada’s history was unveiled in Kingston on Saturday, November 1, 2025. The memorial kiosk
Video – Port Hope Man “Outraged” Over Halloween Decoration
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2UabMKE2QTk A Port Hope man said he’s “outraged” when he saw a Halloween decoration on his neighbours property. Jordan Knight was
Video – Photo Gallery – Port Hope Police Hold Multi-Agency Scenario at High School
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2esV8V3Xs8 Port Hope Police held a training session at Port Hope High School on Monday, October 27, 2025. Members of the
Video – Tense Moments on Highway 401 East of Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6JmI72TGfk A few tense moments on Highway 401 east of Port Hope on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. At approximately 1 p.m.
Video – Blue Jays Watch Party in Port Hope for Game 2 of the World Series
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBGGdvSsnsg For anyone planning to watch the Blue Jays this Saturday, October 25, 2025 you’re welcome to join in on
- 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