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Butterflies at the Frink in Honour of Vienna Irwin
Butterflies at the Frink in Honour of Vienna Rose Irwin Everyone is invited to the Rotary Harbourfront Rink/Foundation on Monday,
15th Annual Rice Lake Challenge Takes Place Saturday
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1vZAbMUOis&t=10s The 15th annual Rice Lake Challenge which raises money for duchenne’s disease takes place Saturday, August 26, 2023. Many different
Town of Cobourg Civic Awards Nomination Period Extended
Residents encouraged to nominate outstanding community volunteers by September 8, 2023 The Town of Cobourg Civic Awards Committee has extended
Northumberland Hills Hospital Flag at Half-Mast in Memory of Food Services Team Member, Tammy Misasi
It is with great sadness that Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH) is flying its Canadian flag at half-mast in honour
Come Celebrate The Concert Band of Cobourg’s 180th Anniversary
The Concert Band of Cobourg is celebrating 180 years as Cobourg’s Band this year! The Town of Cobourg has had
Cramahe Township Announces New Fire Chief
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The Municipality of Cramahe Township announces the appointment of Matt Halmasy as Fire Chief as of
Northumberland County and Town of Cobourg Continuing with Coordinated Action to Support Voluntary Resolution to Encampment
Northumberland County and Town of Cobourg staff continue to work together with community partners to ensure a coordinated response
Saturday Grand Opening Will Launch Coventry Relief Kitchen in Colborne
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Organizers are still aghast that it could all come together within less than eight months but,
Survivor Thrivers Remember Three Members During Pink Carnation Ceremony in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lpiIyLR5dtk The Survivor Thrivers Dragon Boat team held a Pink Carnation Ceremony for three of their members that have passed
“Thinking Beyond the Blue Box Art Show & Sale” Continues at the Capitol Theatre Until August 26
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jEbmCfOLSKQ As a result of Thinking Beyond the Blue Box Art Show & Sale, nearly half a tonne of waste
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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
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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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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