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The Joy of Music – Phase Three
By Cecilia Nasmith David Hayes and Wendy Bellan are thoroughly delighted with a new way to bring the joy of
Local police partner with hospital to launch new mobile mental health engagement and response team to bring clinical expertise directly to those in need
NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY, Thursday, March 8, 2018—An innovative partnership between local police forces and community mental health providers is coming
Did Former Fire Chief Get Burned By Council?
Editorial - Did the former Chief of the Alnwick/Haldimand Township Fire Department get a raw deal being let go
Alnwick/Haldimand Township Fire Chief Terminated
EXCLUSIVE - Today’s Northumberland has learned the Alnwick/Haldimand Fire Chief has been terminated from his position. Kyle Wood had only
Former Canadian Tire Store Sold In Port Hope
EXCLUSIVE - After over a decade of being vacant the former Canadian Tire store has been sold. Port Hope resident Walter
OPP Investigating Solar Panel Theft – Colborne
Northumberland OPP are investigating the theft of a number of solar panels sometime over the weekend. Suspects cut a hole
A combination of factors played a role in 2017 crossing collision between a school bus and a train near Colborne, Ontario
Gatineau, Quebec, 23 February 2018 – The Transportation Safety Board of Canada released today its investigation report (R17H0015) on a collision
Windy Weather Along The Cobourg Lakeshore
There were many people along the lakeshore taking advantage of the sunny, but windy weather on Sunday. Among them were
Drug Paraphernalia Remains At Scene After Police Called
Today's Northumberland visited the area where drug paraphernalia was discovered on Friday by Jakob Defosse walking through the area
New Fire Chief for Alnwick/Haldimand Township
A new Chief in charge is at the helm of the Alnwick/Haldimand Township Fire Department. Fire Chief Kyle Wood's his
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Northumberland County Committee Tries to Address Misconceptions
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Northumberland County council's Social Services Committee meeting learned that there are still misconceptions
Northumberland County Committee Sees Lived Experience First-Hand
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Northumberland County council's Social Services Committee got a look at what life is
Enraged Speakers Raise the Temperature at County Meeting
Today's Northumberland file photo By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland About half of the seven speakers who addressed Northumberland County council's Social Services
Transition House Might Work Best as a High-Barrier Shelter, Speakers Say
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The idea was floated at Wednesday's meeting of Northumberland County council's Social Services committee that operating
Video – Busy Times at the Canadian Fire Fighters Museum in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m9lWPDDZHIE It’s a busy place at the Canadian Fire Fighters Museum in Cobourg these days. On Monday, May 5, 2025, the
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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,
Video – Reservists Train with Members of the Hamilton Township Fire Department
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjNx-01oVYY A training exercise involving 31 Canadian Brigade Group of the Canadian Army Reserve from London, Ontario, took place over
Northumberland OPP – Drug Trafficking Charges Following Warrants (Names Released)
Police have seized drugs, firearms, and various other drug trafficking related items following search warrants executed at locations in
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
Video – Cobourg Mayor Hires Security for His Downtown Store That Is Now Listed for Sale
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-VzdS3OXH1Q A downtown store owner says having security guards at his business periodically is for the protection of his staff
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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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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