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Update – Cobourg Mayor Responds to Social Media Post Stating “Cobourg Never Cared” About the Homeless
Editors Note - Update - Northumberland County has issued a clarification to Cobourg Mayor Lucas Cleveland's numbers responding to
Video – A Brazen, Stupid Theft At Retirement Residence Has Resulted in Condemnation from the Community
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FkTsoYO9kZ4 Palisade Gardens Retirement Community has always been a peaceful place for seniors enjoying their retirement years. But on Sunday, April
20th Anniversary Celebration of Constable Chris Garrett
The Cobourg Police Service invites the community to the 20th Anniversary Celebration of Constable Chris Garrett #221. All are welcome
Video – Pileated Woodpecker Causing Quite the Predicament for Family in Alnwick/Haldimand Township
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-bvfaMmIn4 A pileated woodpecker is causing a bit of a ruckus for one Alnwick/Haldimand Township family over the last week. Kevin
Video – Kingston Youths Learn About Service, Sacrifice and the Environment Along the Highway of Heroes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-O549skVFIQ Seven youths from the Kingston area learned about service and sacrifice along the Highway of Heroes on Saturday, April
Ontario Raising Highway Speed Limits
400-series highways will see posted speeds of 110km/h The Ontario government is raising the speed limit permanently from 100 km/h
Update – Cramahe Township’s Reaction Following Sobeys Announcement It Won’t Be Rebuilding
Cramahe Township residents, council and staff are disappointed to learn the Sobey’s corporation today have informed us they will
Exclusive – Sobeys (Foodland) Announces It Won’t Be Rebuilding in Colborne
After a devastating fire consumed the only grocery store in Colborne on May 24, 2023 the company has announced
“Province Enjoys Immunity” States Cobourg Bylaw Manager Regarding Encampment
The Town of Cobourg can do absolutely nothing enforcing municipal by-laws with the encampment in Cobourg’s east end. An enquiry
Video – Woman Struck Numerous Times at Cobourg Dog Park
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpJNUv3VbS0 A Cobourg woman is recovering after allegedly being struck numerous times at the Cobourg Dog Park over the weekend. Today’s
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Video – Cobourg Man Charged After Window at Victoria Hall Smashed
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ybYTtDJ2mE A Cobourg man is facing charges after a front window of Victoria Hall was broke on Monday January 12,
New Golden Plough Lodge Nearing Completion – Hopefully
If things go right, residents will be in the new Golden Plough Lodge before the summer. Residents and family members
Brighton’s Mayoral Budget Adopted for 2026, Representing a Residential Tax Increase of 4.9%
This budget represents the first time operating under the Strong Mayor, Building Homes Act, 2022 (Bill 3) and the
Video – Driver Has Directional Issues in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwIAIp5DZ88 The driver of a vehicle in Cobourg seemed to have a bit of directional issues on Tuesday, January 13,
The EOWC Announces 2026 Chair and Vice-Chair at Annual General Meeting
On Friday, January 9, 2026, the Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus (EOWC), representing the region's 103 municipalities, proudly hosted its
- Photo Galleries
Video – Photo Gallery – Memorable Wedding Photos on Cobourg Pier
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7EBaPJOqFk It was a beautiful day for a wedding on Friday, January 9, 2026 in Cobourg. A Peterborough couple came down
Video – Photo Gallery – Ripley’s Aquarium in Toronto Is More Than Aquatic Life
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQpReEJ-A8M There was much more than just aquatic life at Ripley’s Aquarium in Toronto on Friday, January 9, 2026. Walking into
Video – Photo Gallery – What A Difference A Day Makes for Toronto Skyline
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OLhcUxFr0S0 With weather changing daily, so does the skyline of Toronto. Over the course of Friday and Saturday, Today’s Northumberland was
Video – Photo Gallery – Encapsulating Wonder of Mother Nature
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75ybcjd5CBU The encapsulating beauty of the sun setting along Lake Ontario draws people in the summer and winter. Thursday (January 8,
Video – Photo Gallery – Snow Cleared from Downtown Cobourg Overnight
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYPrUS11zsQ A fleet of construction vehicles including a grader, dump trucks and more rolled into downtown Cobourg shortly after midnight
- 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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Local Players in OHL U16 Showcase in Peterborough This Week
Trent Clow and Lauchlan Whelan will compete Tuesday and Wednesday at the Ontario Hockey League’s U16 Top Prospects Showcase
Current Competes at World Cross Country Running Championships, Signs Nike Contract
Kate Current, originally from Precious Corners just north of Cobourg, competed for Canada in the mixed relay at the
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