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Municipality of Port Hope Celebrates Outstanding Citizens at Annual Civic Awards Ceremony
Municipality of Port Hope residents filled the Cameco Capitol Arts Centre on Thursday, April 25, to show their community
Breaking News – Cause Of Fatal Fire Ruled Accidental
The investigation continues in the death of a man who was found in the basement of a house fire
Breaking News – Fatal House Fire In Hamilton Township
One man perished in a house fire in Hamilton Township on Saturday, April 27, 2019. Three stations
Car Slams Into Pet Food Store In Cobourg
The owner of a pet food store said it felt like an explosion when a car
Woman Escapes Serious Injury After Pickup Rolls Onto Roof
A woman was lucky to escape serious injury after a pickup truck flipped over in a
Rail Crossings Blocked In Cramahe Township Delay Emergency Services
Rail crossings blocked through Cramahe Township has Interim Fire Chief extremely concerned over the delays in
Breaking News – Local Area Flood Warning
A Flood Warning is issued when flooding is beginning/occurring or when more serious flooding is possible. A Flood Warning
MNRF Conservation Officers Remind Anglers to Have a Responsible Fishing Season
It’s spring fishing season and Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) conservation officers want to encourage anglers to
Jubilation and Applause Greet Groundbreaking of Ed’s House
Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Jubilation and applause rocked the tent in the Ontario Street field, just north of Cobourg, as dozens
Cobourg Resident Special Guest of SerViCE At Upcoming Ottawa “Party Under The Stars”
Cobourg resident, Lorna Dickson will be a special guest of of SerViCe at an upcoming event in Ottawa. Kerri Tadeu
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Video – Lots of Activity Along the Lakeshore in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cuIPv9FEaw There were a number of happenings by the Cobourg Marina on Wednesday, May 14, 2025. With the high winds a
City of Belleville – Victoria Day Service Changes
Please note the following changes to City services this Victoria Day long weekend: · City Hall – Closed May 19. ·
Five Counties Announces McHappy Day Boost
By: Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Five Counties Children's Centre reports that the Cobourg and Port Hope McHappy Days raised more than
Video – Parkrun Welcomes Participants in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uM8zk8QSVIU The number of participants is increasing as word spreads about Parkrun in Cobourg. Parkruns are free, weekly community events for
Video – Dredger Undergoing Repairs After Taking On Water
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-BTznhUxG1g Cobourg’s dredger has been out of commission for a few days undergoing repairs. The dredge used for removing accumulated sand
- Photo Galleries
Video – Parkrun Welcomes Participants in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uM8zk8QSVIU The number of participants is increasing as word spreads about Parkrun in Cobourg. Parkruns are free, weekly community events for
Video – Start of the Sailing Season with the Boats in the Water in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMOtSY2w_Bg Fifty-three-sailboats were hoisted into Cobourg Harbour on Saturday, May 10, 2025. The sailboats were lined up on Friday around the
Breaking News – Video – Home Destroyed by Fire in Alnwick/Haldimand Township
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZIvX8iWCkk A home was destroyed by fire on Sunday, May 11, 2025 in Alnwick/Haldimand Township. Shortly before noon on Sunday, numerous
Video – Nawautin Sanctuary – Natures Photo Gallery
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zx1GwTCC_g8 (Photo gallery) Another beautiful evening at Nawautin Sanctuary in Alnwick/Haldimand Township on Friday, May 9, 2025. Spring and sprung and there
Video – Poemtown Unveils “Picnic on Poetry” in Victoria Park
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QS-U7u0-bUQ The unveiling of Picnic on Poetry was held in Victoria Park in Cobourg on Monday, April 28, 2025. On Friday,
- 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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- AllBaseballHockey
Wakely Advances with Barrie Colts in OHL Playoffs
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Port Hope’s Dalyn Wakely and the Barrie Colts have advanced to the Ontario Hockey League’s Eastern
Wakely and Miedema to Meet in Game 7 with OHL Clubs
(Photo gallery) The second-round Ontario Hockey League playoff series between the Kingston Frontenacs and Barrie Colts is heading to a
Local Players Facing Off in OHL Playoff Series
Cobourg’s Ethan Miedema of the Kingston Frontenacs and Port Hope’s Dalyn Wakely of the Barrie Colts are currently squaring
Video – 17th Annual Port Hope Firefighters Association Hockey Tournament
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxPUhl56_Ck The 17th annual Port Hope Firefighters Association Hockey Tournament kicked off on Friday night at the Jack Burger Sports
Video – Old Puckers Raise Money for Ed’s House
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jFisEpWoMVo A special presentation was held at the Cobourg Community Centre on Friday, March 28, 2025 before a charity hockey