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Breaking News – Town Officials Conduct Thorough Inspection At John Street Residence In Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQF3jBOuLR8 A number of resources were once again at a John Street residence in Cobourg. This time it was for members
Cobourg Veteran Provides Thoughts On Afghanistan Interpreters
(Photo credit The CAV) Today’s Northumberland reached out to a Cobourg native and a highly respect veteran about his thoughts
HKPR District Health Unit – Recent Increase in Fentanyl Overdoses in Haliburton Prompts Alert
A recent increase in the number of opioid overdoses in the area is prompting the local Health Unit to
Northumberland United Way Staff Fill 1,000 Backpacks for Students
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QW4mc_48uAU Northumberland United Way staff were busy on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at the Cobourg Lion’s Community Centre load backpacks
Long Wait for Six-Minute Stopover by Federal Liberal Leader in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GnYrQtRSjeQ Federal leader Justin Trudeau was two-hours late as he arrived in Cobourg for a brief visit that lasted just
Northumberland County Confirms Security Firm Hired by County Involved in Incident that Resulted in Criminal Charges
Today’s Northumberland has learned more information about an incident that occurred in Northumberland Forest on June 5, 2021 that
Mother of Victim Killed in Collision In Peterborough Ask for People to Be Kind To Others
The mother of a 19-year-old killed in a traffic collision south of Peterborough said if anyone wants to honour
Community of Cobourg Helps Local Business Repair Damage to Patio
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=osKnm46jIFs After hearing the shocking news about happened to the patio at a downtown business the community of Cobourg responded. Friends
“The Pines Still Whisper” Wraps Up Filming In Hamilton Township
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QmmY4Iw9JbY An independent film wrapped up production in Hamilton Township just north of Cobourg recently. The film titled, “The Pines Still
Cobourg Business Owner “Absolutely Shocked” After Motor Oil Spread Over Outdoor Patio
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MuodaCkjnE0 A restaurant owner was in shock when he arrived at his business to find someone had spread oil over
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Update – Cobourg Catholic School Optimistic of Reopening After Christmas Break Following Flood
St. Michael’s Catholic Elementary School issued a notice to staff and families concerning a flood on Christmas Eve. In the
Video – Photo Gallery – Feeling Blessed to Watch the Sunset Over Lake Ontario
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SsAHY3NBcl4 What a beautiful sunset on the second day of the new year. As a weather front moved past Cobourg over
Video – A Number of People Enjoy the First Day of 2026 on Rice Lake
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ph_EeQ-r_kY Beautiful day to start the year on Rice Lake, just off Bewdley on January 1, 2026. Two anglers took the
Video – Photo Gallery – Special Moments for Father and Son on Caroline Street Rink
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PF36rjnqj5Y A number of people took the opportunity to enjoy the Caroline Street Rink in Port Hope on the first
First Baby of the New Year Born at Northumberland Hills Hospital
Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH) has welcomed its first baby of the new year! Born to Hayley Boivin and Nate Hladysh
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Video – Photo Gallery – Feeling Blessed to Watch the Sunset Over Lake Ontario
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SsAHY3NBcl4 What a beautiful sunset on the second day of the new year. As a weather front moved past Cobourg over
Video – A Number of People Enjoy the First Day of 2026 on Rice Lake
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ph_EeQ-r_kY Beautiful day to start the year on Rice Lake, just off Bewdley on January 1, 2026. Two anglers took the
Video – Photo Gallery – Special Moments for Father and Son on Caroline Street Rink
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PF36rjnqj5Y A number of people took the opportunity to enjoy the Caroline Street Rink in Port Hope on the first
Video – Photo Gallery – First Night Celebrations in Cobourg Kick Off The New Year
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XY6b765MCE0 It was a beautiful winter’s evening to celebrate Cobourg’s First Night Celebrations on December 31, 2025. There were so many
Video – Photo Gallery – Picturesque Sunset Along Cobourg Pier
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGvmUXvkOTw The wind was whipping up Lake Ontario, but it was a beautiful sunset on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 in
- 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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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
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