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RoadDawgs Contracting Helps Out at Thanksgiving in Cobourg
RoadDawgs Contracting, owned by Ben Staples helped many out at the encampment at the former Brookside Youth Centre in
Queenies Bake Shop Holds 12th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=usv0-UemW6A Queenies Bake Shop held their annual Thanksgiving Giveaway Turkey Dinner on Sunday, September 8, 2023 in Port Hope Owner Adam
Cameco’s Fund for Mental Health Opens 2023 Application Process
Cameco’s Step Up for Mental Health initiative had its most successful year ever, raising $88,000 to support mental health
Annual Lemon-Aid Initiative Raises More Than $6,050 for Northumberland Hills Hospital
This summer, Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH) Foundation extended a warm invitation to the west Northumberland community and beyond to
Port Hope Centenarian Among Six Locals Up for Provincial ACO Honours
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s Northumberland On the list of nominees up for the 2023 Architectural Conservancy of Ontario awards, count six
Show and Shine for Spencer Devine Raises Money for CMHA
The 2023 Show and Shine for Spencer Devine, held on September 10, was a resounding success, raising an impressive
Cobourg Public Library – Farren Associates: Doubling the Impact of “Loonie for the Library” Campaign
Brace yourselves for some remarkable news, community enthusiasts and philanthropists! Tony and Carol Farren, owners of Farren Associates in
Indie Bookstore ‘Let’s Talk Books’ Teams Up with Cobourg Public Library for Canadian Public Library Month!
It's a celebration of books, community, and the pure joy of reading as the charming indie bookstore, 'Let's Talk
Cobourg Public Library – Socks That Make a Difference: Join the Socktober Campaign and Warm Hearts and Feet!
It's a new year, but some missions never change. The Cobourg Public Library is excited to kick off its
Event in Port Hope’s Memorial Park Commemorates National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7Jdl68xmpU The Dibaajimowin Cultural Centre hosted an event to commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt
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Brighton’s Mayoral Budget Adopted for 2026, Representing a Residential Tax Increase of 4.9%
This budget represents the first time operating under the Strong Mayor, Building Homes Act, 2022 (Bill 3) and the
Video – Driver Has Directional Issues in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwIAIp5DZ88 The driver of a vehicle in Cobourg seemed to have a bit of directional issues on Tuesday, January 13,
The EOWC Announces 2026 Chair and Vice-Chair at Annual General Meeting
On Friday, January 9, 2026, the Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus (EOWC), representing the region's 103 municipalities, proudly hosted its
Coldest Night of the Year Walk Returns to Port Hope
Coldest Night of the Year Returns to Port Hope Saturday February 28 for our 12th Year. Our Community Unites in
Initial Project Description Submitted for New Nuclear Project at Wesleyville Site in Port Hope
The Municipality of Port Hope is sharing that Ontario Power Generation (OPG) has submitted its Initial Project Description (IPD)
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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
Video – Photo Gallery – Ripley’s Aquarium in Toronto Is More Than Aquatic Life
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQpReEJ-A8M There was much more than just aquatic life at Ripley’s Aquarium in Toronto on Friday, January 9, 2026. Walking into
Video – Photo Gallery – What A Difference A Day Makes for Toronto Skyline
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OLhcUxFr0S0 With weather changing daily, so does the skyline of Toronto. Over the course of Friday and Saturday, Today’s Northumberland was
Video – Photo Gallery – Encapsulating Wonder of Mother Nature
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75ybcjd5CBU The encapsulating beauty of the sun setting along Lake Ontario draws people in the summer and winter. Thursday (January 8,
Video – Photo Gallery – Snow Cleared from Downtown Cobourg Overnight
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYPrUS11zsQ A fleet of construction vehicles including a grader, dump trucks and more rolled into downtown Cobourg shortly after midnight
- 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