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OPG’s Drone Unit Takes Part In Port Hope Mock Emergency
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_DEA5vQJtU A specialized drone unit from Ontario Power Generation was one of the agencies taking part in the mock exercise
Mock Emergency in Port Hope Tests The Skills of Emergency Responders
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qhTK4kM9ank The Municipality of Port Hope conducted a full scale mock exercise on Thursday, December 1, 2022. The scenario took place
Municipality of Port Hope Announces 2022 Inductees to the Athletic Wall of Honour
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TymOVj7KV9Q In a small ceremony on November 29, 2022, the Municipality of Port Hope, in partnership with the Parks, Recreation,
Editorial – “Secret Society” Helping The Homeless in Cobourg/Port Hope
Editorial - There seems to be somewhat of a “secret society to help the homeless” in the area. On Tuesday,
Putting Off Flu-Shot Nearly Cost Port Hope Man His Life
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fjGWXCp88mw A Port Hope man has a message for those who put off getting the flu vaccine - don’t. Putting off
Breaking News – Person Charged After Horse Dragged
A spokesperson for the Ministry of the Solicitor General has confirmed a person has been charged as a result
Thousands Pack the Streets of Port Hope for Santa
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aczE2Qsu0EI Thousands of believers to Port Hope on Saturday, November 26, 2022 saw a magnificent Santa Claus parade culminating in
The Woodlawn Opens Its Doors in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LeatPpu3zuo By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The elegance that the Della Casa family brought to the Woodlawn Inn for 32 years is
26th Annual Festival of Lights & Trees Ready to Go at the Capitol Theatre in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIPwH0BcBE0 The 26th Annual Festival of Lights & Trees kicks off on November 26 and runs to December 15, 2022
Rotary Club of Port Hope Cuts The Ribbon On New Park Celebrating A Century of Service
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3z65_y-BMiw Members of the Municipality of Port Hope held the grand opening of the Rotary Centennial Riverview Park on Thursday,
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Video – Photo Gallery – Poppy Fence Gets a Makeover Along Cobourg Lakeshore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbfFS-zwGoY The Poppy Fence in Cobourg got a makeover thanks to a local artist and her friends. Jenny Duda started creating
Video – 15-Minute Delay by Cobourg Fire Department Responding to VSA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9gwuW4Dhp8 Today’s Northumberland has learned it took fire crews 15-minutes to respond to a person who was vital signs absent
Port Hope Teacher Pleads Guilty to Sexual Offenses Involving Minors
By: Dan Jones, Northumberland 89.7 FM News, Local Journalism Initiative. WARNING: This story contains graphic depictions of sexual misconduct involving
Upgrades to William Street Bridge in Cobourg Continue
Work continues on the upgraded William Street bridge in Cobourg which includes several different sections that are constructed at
Municipality of Brighton to Transition Away from Automated Speed Enforcement Program
The Municipality of Brighton remains committed to enhancing public safety and protecting persons using its municipal roadways. In response
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Video – Driver Walks Away from Spectacular Collision in Hamilton Township
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1IcrpQtiow Emergency services couldn’t believe the driver of a pickup truck walked away virtually uninjured from a collision in Hamilton
Video – Photo Gallery – Unveiling of National Memorial to the Fallen in Kingston
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkmA9fTa6hg A monument honouring fallen soldiers throughout Canada’s history was unveiled in Kingston on Saturday, November 1, 2025. The memorial kiosk
Video – Port Hope Man “Outraged” Over Halloween Decoration
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2UabMKE2QTk A Port Hope man said he’s “outraged” when he saw a Halloween decoration on his neighbours property. Jordan Knight was
Video – Photo Gallery – Port Hope Police Hold Multi-Agency Scenario at High School
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2esV8V3Xs8 Port Hope Police held a training session at Port Hope High School on Monday, October 27, 2025. Members of the
Video – Tense Moments on Highway 401 East of Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6JmI72TGfk A few tense moments on Highway 401 east of Port Hope on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. At approximately 1 p.m.
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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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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
Oshawa FireWolves of the NLL Sign Contract with Defenseman Kyle Rubisch
The Oshawa FireWolves of the National Lacrosse League (NLL) have agreed to a one-year contract with defenseman Kyle Rubisch,
Video – Mayor Enjoys a Round of Disc Golf in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGuQoOGRDD8 Although he was beat by a rookie, Cobourg Mayor Lucas Cleveland enjoyed a round of disc golf in Cobourg
Panthers Snap Four-Game Losing Skid
After four straight losses to open the Provincial Junior Hockey League season, the Port Hope Panthers got their first
Back-To-Back Losses for Port Hope Panthers to Open PJHL Season
The Trent Hills Thunder scored three unanswered goals in the third period to defeat the Port Hope Panthers 3-2