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OHT-N Plans for Expanding COVID Testing Capacity
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Though formed only weeks prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ontario Health Team-Northumberland proved to be
Virtual Walk A Mile Exceeds Expectations
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s Northumberland Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre has announced that more than $51,000 was raised at its 13th
Thousands of People Participate In the Virtual Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure
The first-ever virtual Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure which took place on Sunday, October 4. More than
Tim Hortons’ 2020 Smile Cookie Campaign Raises More Than $50,000 for Ed’s House
This year’s Smile Cookie Campaign at Tim Hortons proved to be another national and local record-breaking year. From September
Rotary Club of Cobourg’s Drive-Thru Ribfest Sells Out With Nearly 500 Orders
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZhdpGIBhXc The annual Northumberland Ribfest and Music Festival was cancelled this year due to COVID-19 but that didn’t stop the
Fellowship Day at Port Hope Golf and Country Club Raises Money for Disadvantaged Families
A fellowship day was held at the Port Hope Golf and Country Club for a good cause on Friday,
Read Away Your Fines at the Cobourg Public Library This October
Do you have fines on your Cobourg Public Library membership? Are you age 21 or younger? Then you can
Story Snuggery Has Tales to Tell
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Two former teachers who believe in the magical effect read-aloud books can have on young minds
Heavenly Helpings Chapter Ends in Grafton
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The latest chapter in the life of the little Sunday School building that sits in front
Orange Shirt Day – A Tribute to Number 19 and Number 47
By Marsha Smoke, Anishinaabe, Mississauga Nation Sitting in the kitchen at Elizabeth (Liz) Ozawamick’s residence in Hastings reminded me of
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- Local News
Video – 15-Minute Delay by Cobourg Fire Department Responding to VSA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9gwuW4Dhp8 Today’s Northumberland has learned it took fire crews 15-minutes to respond to a person who was vital signs absent
Port Hope Teacher Pleads Guilty to Sexual Offenses Involving Minors
By: Dan Jones, Northumberland 89.7 FM News, Local Journalism Initiative. WARNING: This story contains graphic depictions of sexual misconduct involving
Upgrades to William Street Bridge in Cobourg Continue
Work continues on the upgraded William Street bridge in Cobourg which includes several different sections that are constructed at
Municipality of Brighton to Transition Away from Automated Speed Enforcement Program
The Municipality of Brighton remains committed to enhancing public safety and protecting persons using its municipal roadways. In response
Members of the Canadian Armed Forces Flying in for Port Hope Remembrance Day Services
(Today's Northumberland file photo) On Tuesday, November 11, 2025, members of Branch 30 of the Royal Canadian Legion Port Hope will
- 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
- Sports
- AllBaseballHockey
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