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Concert Band of Cobourg Gives Value as Well as Music
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s Northumberland Cobourg council learned at Wednesday's meeting what a value the Concert Band of
Northumberland County Council Further Debates Electronic Participation Bylaw Before Final Approval
Some items on Northumberland County council’s agenda were re-ordered Wednesday, including the updated procedural bylaw for electronic participation, to
Opposition to 202 Second Street Development Voiced at Cobourg Public Meeting
A full house with a packed council chambers at Victoria Hall and overflow to the Old Bailey Room downstairs
Port Hope Council Approves Budget Increase for Rural Roads Office with 4-3 Vote
Port Hope council was divided at its regular meeting Tuesday night, but ultimately rubber-stamped the approval of a budget
Alnwick/Haldimand Council Defers Motion to Reconsider Denied Severance and Building Applications
Alnwick/Haldimand Township councillor Mike Ainsworth brought forward a motion at Tuesday’s committee-of-the-whole meeting for previously denied severance and building
Alnwick/Haldimand Plans to Hold Public Meeting Regarding Future of Fenella Hall
Alnwick/Haldimand Township council addressed some recommendations from its Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee at Tuesday’s committee-of-the-whole meeting, including the
Hamilton Township Council Cuts Application Fee in Half for Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity Northumberland was represented at Hamilton Township council’s committee-of-the-whole meeting Tuesday seeking financial relief for a condominium
Video – Cobourg Mayor Announces Members of the Community Led Task Force
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CVNT_uGYchI Mayor Lucas Cleveland and Consultant David Dexter hosted a media briefing on September 10, 2025, to share an update
Potential Changes to Haldimand Memorial Arena Schedule Voted Down – For Now
Alnwick/Haldimand Township council voted down proposed changes to the operating hours and more than $52,000 in savings at the
Northumberland County – High-Speed Train Could Have Local Benefits
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Even though the high-speed electrified Alto train will go from Toronto to Peterborough (and from there
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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
Video – Photo Gallery – “Blast from the Past” as Merwin Greer Opens Up Time Capsule
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_yducrVUDCQ A special ceremony was held at Merwin Greer Public School on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. Along with students of the
More “Mechanical Issues” with CN Rail in Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9qlWQuprDg A number of CN Rail railway crossings were blocked in Colborne on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. Media relations with CN
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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
Video – Photo Gallery – Belleville Santa Claus Parade
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=av9poC58ym8 Santa and Mrs. Claus made their way through the streets of Belleville on Sunday, November 16, 2025. Starting at 4:30
Video – Habitat for Humanity Northumberland Dedicates Home to Cobourg Family
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nc92XmwRyCQ On Thursday November 13th, 2025, Habitat for Humanity Northumberland board members, volunteers and staff joined community members, neighbours, and
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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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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