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Thousands of People Attend 2022 Northumberland Ribfest
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SL5paE1XTEI The 2022 Northumberland Ribfest wrapped up on Sunday afternoon in Cobourg’s Victoria Park. Starting on Friday, the three-day event was
Lots to See At The 29th Hope Agricultural Heritage Machine Show
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBk9nOLivKo The Lieutenant-Governor of Ontario, Elizabeth Dowdeswell, visited the 29th Hope Agricultural Heritage Machine Show on Saturday, August 13, 2022. The
Update – Northumberland OPP – Homeless Man Succumbs to Injuries Following Assault
Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Central Region are assisting the Port Hope Police Service (PHPS) in
Saving A Historic Treasure – St. Peter’s Church in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PZ5yak2y1Ow For more than a century, the bells of St. Peter's Church (SPC) have sounded through Cobourg's historic downtown, marking
Exclusive – Port Hope Man Facing Charges in Relation to Strangulation of Dog
Exclusive - A Port Hope man is facing three charges in relation to the death of a dog in
Even After Helping to Save One Life – A Peterborough Woman Wishes She Could Have Done More
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mU61BkiiBlw&t=6s Joy Warner helped save a persons life just over a year ago along County Road 28 just south of
Municipality of Port Hope Appoints Fire Chief and Welcomes New Director of Protective Services
The Municipality is pleased to announce that Jeff Ogden has been selected as Fire Chief and Jason Williams has
“He Was A Light In This World That Should Not Have Been Snuffed Out” – Remembering Neil Henley
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LeIKg24qFqA Family and friends gathered on Sunday, August 7, 2022 in Cobourg's Victoria Park to remember a life lost to
Cobourg Police – Bi-Weekly Updates Regarding Break and Enters, Thefts from Motor Vehicles and Mischief
As a result of ongoing dialogue between Cobourg Police and Today's Northumberland, Cobourg Police are providing bi-weekly updates on
Fun for Everyone at Goatchella
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3TsNZJ7LaIU Goatchella took place at Haute Goat Farms in the Municipality of Port Hope on August 6, 2022. It was a
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Library Opens New Branch in Cold Springs
Deputy Mayor Larry Williamson praised the soft launch of a new library branch in Cold Springs at Hamilton Township’s
Rotary Harbourfront Park Fountain Delayed This Summer
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Staff have been working to prep for the installation of a new rubber liner at the
Brenda Whitehead Appointed President & CEO of Peterborough & the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce
Departing Port Hope & District Chamber After 7.5 Years of Leadership The Peterborough and Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce is pleased
Victoria Hall in Cobourg Available for Temporary Respite from Poor Air Quality
In response to the heat and poor air quality, the Town of Cobourg would like to remind all residents
The City of Belleville Welcomes Dr. Ahmad Halabi
The City of Belleville is pleased to announce the signing of Dr. Ahmad Halabi into the Belleville Family Physician
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Breaking News – Video – Cobourg Police Investigating Serious Assault
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYkOjGb5svg Cobourg Police continue to investigate a serious assault in the west end of town early Tuesday, July 15, 2025. At
Video – Two Drivers Taken Into Custody Following Four-Vehicle Collision in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZAGvswFCKQ Two drivers were taken into custody at the scene of a four vehicle collision in Cobourg on Monday, July
Video – Photo Gallery – Classic Cars Take Over Victoria Park for the Day in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YfaZT76Ufg8 One of the largest and longest running car shows took place in Cobourg on Saturday, July 12, 2025. With approximately
Video – Photo Gallery – Emergency Services Team Up for Community Car Wash in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2A-4h2gCaY Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services along with the Port Hope Police Service teamed up for a community car
Video – Photo Gallery – 31st Annual Traditional Pow Wow Takes Place in Alderville
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmLTFzf3ilU The 31st annual Traditional Pow Wow took place over the weekend in Alderville. The annual event takes place each year
- 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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Video – Tucker Williams Continues to Make Big Strides in Lacrosse Development
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ESDa5eT__CA Already very accomplished for his age at 14, Baltimore’s Tucker Williams simply just loves playing lacrosse. “People say it’s the
Cobourg’s MacNiel Drafted by Montreal Canadians
Andrew MacNiel of Cobourg was selected in the sixth round, 189th overall, by the Montreal Canadiens at the 2025
Cobourg and District Sports Hall of Fame Inducts Class of 2025
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Announced last March, a sixth group of inductees was welcomed to the Cobourg and District Sports
St. Mary Student Gets Full Hockey Scholarship
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Following graduation day at St. Mary Secondary School next week, boom! Sophie Harold is outta here
91-Year-Old Achieves Bronze Medal in PickleBall Tournament
Cobourg resident Bob Carson was the oldest athlete of more than 250 participants from across Ontario who competed in