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Lighthouse Keepers Family Takes Last Look at Home Before Its Demolished in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1uPY64PJ1xk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=igeBukjzA5E It was a time for the Ribble family to say one final goodbye to the home they grew up
Toronto Ice Fishermen “Educated” About the Dangers of Thin Ice by Hamilton Township Fire Department
Hamilton Township Fire Department hopes anglers got the message to stay off Rice Lake after a incident on Monday,
OFM Investigating Cause of Major Fire at Hamilton Township Municipal Garage
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lin7NoNCHqo Investigators with the Ontario Fire Marshal’s Office are looking into the cause of a fire that caused major damage
Breaking News – Several Hamilton Township Plows/Dump Trucks Damaged in Early Morning Fire
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRmMP2wAIRQ Damage is likely to exceed more than a million dollars following a early morning fire at the Hamilton Township
Afternoon Fire Causes Major Damage to Port Hope Home
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJyH9zqLoMY&t=2s Fire officials suspect a possible electrical issue was the cause of a fire that caused major damage to a
Tradition Continues With Fish Lift At Cobourg Creek
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJwjnHdbDXk A tradition that took a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic was back on Saturday, April 2, 2022 in
Privacy Breaches Confirmed at Campbellford Memorial Hospital
Campbellford Memorial Hospital (CMH) has discovered and confirmed recent privacy breaches affecting approximately 500 people. Two employees responsible for
Breaking News – “Miracle” Driver Wasn’t Killed After Transports Collide on Highway 401
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TaMVZmiq2nI&t=152s One firefighter said it was a miracle the driver of a transport wasn’t killed after his big rig rear-ended
Update – Roseneath Man Brings A Smile to Children After Arriving In Poland
It didn’t take long for a Roseneath man to make a difference after a long flight and train ride
Cobourg Resident Wins International Anglican Award
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland COVID concerns made Cobourg resident Suzanne Lawson decide to skip the trip to Lambeth Palace in
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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
Coldest Night of the Year Walk Returns to Port Hope
Coldest Night of the Year Returns to Port Hope Saturday February 28 for our 12th Year. Our Community Unites in
Initial Project Description Submitted for New Nuclear Project at Wesleyville Site in Port Hope
The Municipality of Port Hope is sharing that Ontario Power Generation (OPG) has submitted its Initial Project Description (IPD)
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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