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Results from COSSA Cross-Country Running Championships
(In this photo, the senior boys race gets underway at the Central Ontario Secondary School Athletics cross-country running championships
Fall Colours of Alnwick/Haldimand Township
The Fall colours of Alnwick/Haldimand Township on Saturday, October 30, 2021
Pumpkinferno a Great Halloween Treat at Fort Henry in Kingston
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4QTv3xq9kA Today’s Northumberland took a trip down Highway 401 to catch what is called “Pumpkinferno” at Fort Henry in Kingston
Exclusive – Elite Training Hockey Facility Breaking Ground in the Municipality of Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T8yWbFK9AgU In the photo from the left: Shane Weatherby, parents of Justin Williams, Denise and Craig and Andrew Watson A new
Ontario Enshrining the Right to Wear Poppies in the Workplace
Proposed amendments would ensure workers can pay tribute to veterans The Ontario government is introducing legislation today that, if passed,
Cobourg Woman Celebrates 95th Birthday Going For A Ride In Sidecar
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SsbLPSGCByQ A Cobourg woman celebrated her 95th birthday doing something she had never done before. Dorathy Marie Harnden took a trip
MPP’s Office Announces New Regulations Concerning Outdoor Gatherings
On October 22, 2021 the government released A Plan to Safely Reopen Ontario and Manage COVID-19 for the Long-Term,
West End Halloween Display in Cobourg Is Not To Be Missed
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEga0j1YRWU It has to be one of the most popular Halloween displays in Cobourg. Today’s Northumberland checked out the elaborate display
Elchuk Family Halloween Light Show Raising Donations for Local Food Bank
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LPxg6Jal00 A Halloween display in Hamilton Township is attracting visitors who were singing along and dancing in the ditch on
Over 20 Students from Cobourg Collegiate Institute Found Inside Abandoned Building
A building that has caused grief to town officials continues to create challenges for emergency services. On Wednesday, October 27,
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Cobourg Police Board’s Finance Committee to Hear From Public About Budget Increase
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Following a presentation from Chief Paul VandeGraaf that outlined a 20.5% budget increase estimate, the Cobourg
Township Issues Second Statement on Zero Tolerance Policy for the Harassment, Bullying, and Intimidation of Staff
As a result of misinformation circulating in the community and recent incidents involving harassing, defamatory, intimidating, and threatening behaviour
Municipality of Port Hope Welcomes New Solicitor
The Municipality of Port Hope is thrilled to announce the arrival of our dynamic new Municipal Solicitor and Director
Upcoming Geotechnical Investigation at Frankford Lock 6
Trent-Severn Waterway National Historic Site Parks Canada is advising the public of a temporary closure of the trail between Frankford
Cobourg Police – No Charges After Man was “Verbally Aggressive” to Cobourg Mayor
Despite being taken into custody by Cobourg Police, a man was released unconditionally following a interaction with Cobourg Mayor
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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
Breaking News – Video – Unknown When Power Will Be Restored to Parts of Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuoLZWVfPj4 It’s unknown how large an area of Cobourg is impacted following a power outage late Sunday evening. At approximately 11
Demoltion Has Begun at Former Brookside Youth Centre
Buildings have started to be torn down at the former Brookside Youth Centre located at 390 King Street East
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
Video – Trials and Tribulations of Fishing Along the Ganaraska River in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbhTcJk-v6s Fishing has once again opened up along the Ganaraska River in Port Hope. On Saturday, October 18, 2025 a number
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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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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
Flesch Brothers from Cobourg Representing Canada in Men’s Rugby
Cobourg’s Mason and Noah Flesch, both St. Mary Catholic Secondary School alumni, were in the starting lineup for Canada’s