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A Peaceful End of the Day at Nawautin Nature Sanctuary
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzRDwTN1boE The solitude of Nawautin Nature Sanctuary in Alnwick/Haldimand Township at the end of the day.
Breaking News – Video – Jason Bickle Sentenced to Eight Years In Prison Following Fatal Collision that Killed Serena Shaw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGi8QtkSPdM (Today's Northumberland file photos) A Port Hope man’s last words to his family were “I love you guys” as he
Video – People Enjoying the Milder Weather Over the Weekend
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-bSQIOrZG00 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dT4rx9P-3DU With above average temperatures, it sure doesn’t seem like the end of January in the area. It seems like it’s
Minors Welcome to Attend Unsanctioned Overdose Prevention Site in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQV7p7wWpeo Another Friday night and likely another event will be taking place at the north end of Victoria Park. The unsanctioned
Today’s Northumberland Learns More About Investigation by SIU Involving Cobourg Police
Today’s Northumberland has learned more information about a incident involving Cobourg Police and the SIU. The incident happened in the
Video – Motion Put Forth to Potentially Make Consuming Illegal Drugs A Bylaw in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfWPOsC3Wk4 A motion put forth by Cobourg Mayor Lucas Cleveland making it prohibited to consume illegal drugs in a public
New Sports Business In Town as Clarke Sommerville Ltd. Changes Hands with New Name
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oIVPTDSekuk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aI2IiXiYCow By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland That sign that has said Clarke Sommerville Ltd. at 84 King St. W. in Cobourg for
Exclusive – Woman Suffering Mental Crisis Tries in Vain To Find Shelter in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9o2HDZw-ZgY Today’s Northumberland got a first hand look at the system we have for a homeless person in distress. It was
Video – Appalling Mess Outside The Warming Hub in Cobourg Isn’t Uncommon
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DuyGk8OcDaY An appalling mess outside St. Peter's Anglican Church isn't something new for the people who clean it up. From 8
Judge Has Harsh Words for Durham Police and School Board After Educational Assistant Falsely Accused of Sexual Assault
(Today's Northumberland file photo Ashley Jansen and her lawyer Alan Richter outside Oshawa Court) The Judge involved in a trial
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Downtown Closures Announced for Next Week in Cobourg
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The Town of Cobourg announces intermittent downtown lane, sidewalk and street closures for Monday and Tuesday,
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,
- 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
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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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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