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Ontario Improving Fire Safety – Proposed Amendments Would Protect “Double-Hatters”
Proposed amendments would finally protect Ontario’s “double-hatters” and reform the interest arbitration process for resolving fire service collective agreements The
Fire In Cobourg Sends One Person To Hospital
An afternoon fire sent one person to hospital and caused extensive damage to a housing unit in Cobourg on
Breaking News!!! – SIU Determines Shots Fired at Man in Northumberland Hills Hospital were Justified
After over a year, the Special Investigation's Unit has released their report about the shooting at Northumberland Hills Hospital
Couple Surprised To Receive Letters Dating Back To World War 2
A Port Hope couple got a surprise earlier this year dating back to the Second World War. Colleen and Jim
Police Association of Ontario States Cobourg Police Should Be Concerned Using Auxiliary Members for R.I.D.E.
The President of the Police Association of Ontario said Cobourg should be “very concerned” when auxiliary members of the
Pesky Beaver Causing Problems In Cobourg
A pesky beaver is causing trouble at James Cockburn Park in Cobourg. The park located on William Street has the
Family of Six Left Homeless After Fire Destroys Home In Brighton
Six members of a Brighton family lost everything after a fire ripped through their two storey
Incoming Councillor Wants To Learn All Aspects of Cobourg
Incoming Cobourg councilor Adam Bureau gets sworn in officially on December 3, but he’s already jumping in the community. Starting
Port Hope Firefighters Association Kicks Off Their Annual Toy and Gift Drive
The Port Hope Firefighters Association’s Annual Toy and Gift Drive kicked off on Saturday, November 17, 2018 at the
Largest Christmas Tree for Christmas Magic in Cobourg
This years Christmas Magic will have the largest Christmas tree thanks to a Cobourg family. Stewart Richardson and Nancy Oliver
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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
Rotary Club of Northumberland Sunrise Announces $25,000 Grant in Celebration of 25th Anniversary
The Rotary Club of Northumberland Sunrise announced at its 25th Anniversary celebration on Thursday May 2nd, the launch of
Video – Homeless in Cobourg’s Victoria Park
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LayiuxJPvI0 A Cobourg woman and says she has no where else to go - so she and her boyfriend have
Video – Beautiful Saturday in Cobourg’s Victoria Park – Sort of
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6OeAaZ5hWSA While other people were enjoying outdoor activities in Victoria Park on Saturday, May 10, 2025, by-law and Cobourg Police
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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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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