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Cobourg is Seeking Local Artist Submissions for the Painted Picnic Table Program
Successful artists will receive $300 each for their design and creation. The Town of Cobourg in partnership with the Downtown
KPRDSB Say No Weapon Involved During Incident at Cobourg Collegiate Institute
Today’s Northumberland has learned a few more details regarding today’s incident at Cobourg Collegiate Institute. There were two separate incidents
Investigation Underway After Large Load of Garbage Dumped on Northumberland Trails
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9st1FtxsYGM A investigation is underway to try and determine who dumped a large load of garbage on the Northumberland Trails. Northumberland
Gathering to Remember a Hero at Chris Garrett Memorial Park in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13UjEz9b1SY Family, friends, co-workers and those that never knew Constable Chris Garrett gathered at the park named in his honour
Editorial – Thank A Cop In Honour of Chris
For video of funeral CLICK HERE It’s been 18-years since a Cobourg Police officer was murdered in the line of
Breaking News – Damage In the Millions Following Commercial Building Fire in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAZMBFBAZLo Damage estimates are in the millions at this time following a fire at a commercial building in Port Hope
Breaking News – One Person Rushed to Hospital After Being Stabbed in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4KJOYSXuiCQ One person was taken to hospital after being stabbed on Wednesday, May 11, 2022. At approximately 11 p.m. Cobourg Police
Northumberland County Paramedics Celebrate Paramedic Week
By Rebecca Buchta/OPSEU Local 381 May 22nd marks the beginning of Paramedic Week in Ontario. This is our time to
Cobourg Officers Come to the Rescue of Dog In Distress
(photos/video by Ashley Cornelius) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkCTUoaE-Yw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAl4msT7enw Cobourg Police came to the rescue of dog in the Cobourg Creek unable to move over
Cobourg Implementing Updates to Downtown and Waterfront Parking
Cobourg Implementing Updates to Downtown and Waterfront Parking The Town of Cobourg would like to inform all residents and guests
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Brighton Councillor Bobbi Wright Announces Bid for Mayor
Brighton Councillor Bobbi Wright has officially entered the race to become the Municipality of Brighton's next mayor, announcing she
OPP Airplane Enforcement Program Takes Flight Over Civic Holiday Weekend
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is committed to saving lives and preventing serious injuries on Ontario's highways. As part
In My Opinion – Enforcement Is a Start — But It Isn’t the Solution
The increased enforcement in Cobourg's parks and surrounding areas over the past few weeks is a positive and welcome
Video – Photo Gallery – A Perfect Summer Evening Along Cobourg’s Waterfront
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xj5errRFCT4 There are summer evenings that seem to capture everything people love about Cobourg, and Wednesday, July 30, 2026, was
Cobourg Rotary Set to Fire Up the Grill for the 18th Annual Ribfest and Music Festival
Get ready for the smell of slow-smoked ribs, the sound of live music, and a weekend packed with family
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Video – Photo Gallery – A Perfect Summer Evening Along Cobourg’s Waterfront
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xj5errRFCT4 There are summer evenings that seem to capture everything people love about Cobourg, and Wednesday, July 30, 2026, was
Video – “We’re Going to Be More Proactive”: Six Weeks Into the Job, Cobourg Police Chief Chris Leather Talks Priorities, Public Safety and the Future
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qIY0CNHHH_c When Chris Leather accepted the position as Chief of the Cobourg Police Service, he knew he was stepping into
Video – Cobourg Police Welcomes Return of K-9 Unit After More Than 20 Years
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKxi9_Ly3UY The Cobourg Police Service has officially welcomed back its K-9 unit, marking the return of a specialized policing resource
Video – Photo Gallery – Calder Cup Champion Blake Smith Brings Hockey’s Historic Trophy Home to Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rNVQbuAlmI8 For Blake Smith, lifting the Calder Cup in his rookie professional season was a dream come true. But bringing
In My Opinion: A Cobourg Sunset and Life’s Greatest Lesson
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xj0AAEEDGI4 There are some things in life that never lose their magic. For me, it's watching the sun disappear beyond Lake
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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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Cobourg Kodiaks Have Must-Win Game Saturday in Owen Sound
The Cobourg Kodiaks can earn their way into the Major Series Lacrosse playoffs with a win in their final
Jacob Hyatt Heading to National Lawn Bowling Championship
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Becoming a provincial champion was years in the making for Cobourg Lawn Bowling Club member Jacob Hyatt. The
New Cougars Coach Derek Smith Wants to Restore Team’s Standing in League and Community
(Derek Smith, left, and Ryan Ramsay, right, pictured in this Cobourg Cougars graphic) Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Derek Smith has coached against
Video – Photo Gallery – Calder Cup Champion Blake Smith Brings Hockey’s Historic Trophy Home to Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rNVQbuAlmI8 For Blake Smith, lifting the Calder Cup in his rookie professional season was a dream come true. But bringing
Video – Soccer Fans Turn Pickup Truck into Outdoor Viewing Party in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhpBaIX8LTo A day at the beach in Cobourg didn't stop one group of friends and family from catching one of