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Category: Editorial
Editorial – Strange Days Indeed When It Comes To Vaccine Rules
In a world of strange it doesn’t get much stranger than this. Well, we shouldn’t really say “world” but let’s
Editorial – Communications Failure (Again) With OPP Regarding Major Crimes
It’s not often that we’ll criticize the provinces police force. But there is a common factor that arises every single
Editorial – It’s A Great World When People Help Strangers In Their Time of Need
(file photo) On Wednesday, September 1, 2021 there was a horrific collision in Cobourg. A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle
Editorial – Grow Up and Act Like An Adult
When it comes to elections, either provincial or federal I tend to sit on the fence. There is the good,
Editorial – Cobourg Council Needs To Take Immediate Action Before Its Too Late
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WulmsEkttiY Cobourg council needs to take immediate action to ban floaties on Victoria Beach in Cobourg. Even better, on all beaches
Editorial – Time To Update The Rules On Roadways for Transport Drivers Before It’s Too Late
Editorial - There are times where condolences just don’t cut it and actions speak louder than words. Two good people
Letter to the Editor – Cramahe Township Resident Says “Do The Right Thing”
On July 1st I worked alongside the Toronto Police Public Order unit for nine hours. We (Toronto Fire
Editorial – Remembering A Good Cop Who Protected Cobourg With His Life
Click Here for Slideshow of Funeral https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tvXQQHJ28nQ Editorial - You would think it would fade with time. You believe that, then
Editorial – It’s A Beautiful World – Pandemic Or Not
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gIksyVWe6vs&t=208s Have you ever heard someone say “I had a thought” Well here is a thought - let's all be grateful
Letter to the Editor – Deeply Saddened Premier Used Police Against Citizens
(file photo) On Friday evening with the new measures in place, i was deeply saddened in the fact that are
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Video – Group Rallies to Save Cobourg Property from Being Developed
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=metOIb4CBM8 A group working to “save” 117 Durham Street in Cobourg rallied in Cobourg on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Katharine Spavins
Video – Muslim Community of Northumberland Donates to Northumberland Fare Share Food Bank
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SFzNIUkKRdA The Muslim Community of Northumberland donated for the third time on Friday, April 25, 2025 to Northumberland Fare Share
Mental Health Week May 6-12, 2025 – Addressing Supports for Parents and Caregivers Who are Dealing with Children’s Mental Health
It's reported that approximately 20% of Canadian children and youth will experience a mental illness. This includes a significant percentage
Notice Regarding Exercise-Related Aircraft Debris in Northumberland County
Canadian Army Reserve personnel from 31 Canadian Brigade Group are arriving at the Baltimore Community Centre on Friday, April
Town of Cobourg Flags at Half-Staff on April 28 for National Day of Mourning
(Today's Northumberland file photo) The Town of Cobourg will observe Monday, April 28 as the National Day of Mourning and
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Northumberland OPP – Drug Trafficking Charges Following Warrants (Names Released)
Police have seized drugs, firearms, and various other drug trafficking related items following search warrants executed at locations in
Wakely and Miedema to Meet in Game 7 with OHL Clubs
(Photo gallery) The second-round Ontario Hockey League playoff series between the Kingston Frontenacs and Barrie Colts is heading to a
Video – Cobourg Mayor Hires Security for His Downtown Store That Is Now Listed for Sale
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-VzdS3OXH1Q A downtown store owner says having security guards at his business periodically is for the protection of his staff
Video – Prime Minister Mark Carney Visits Newcastle with Northumberland-Clarke Liberal Candidate John Goheen
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0vCpaLH8Z58 Prime Minister Mark Carney made a stop today in Newcastle to join the Winterberg family in Easter Celebrations. The Prime
Beautiful Evening to Start the Easter Weekend
(photo gallery) A beautiful evening on Thursday, April 17, 2025 to start the Easter weekend. At the Cobourg harbourfront it was
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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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Wakely Advances with Barrie Colts in OHL Playoffs
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Port Hope’s Dalyn Wakely and the Barrie Colts have advanced to the Ontario Hockey League’s Eastern
Wakely and Miedema to Meet in Game 7 with OHL Clubs
(Photo gallery) The second-round Ontario Hockey League playoff series between the Kingston Frontenacs and Barrie Colts is heading to a
Local Players Facing Off in OHL Playoff Series
Cobourg’s Ethan Miedema of the Kingston Frontenacs and Port Hope’s Dalyn Wakely of the Barrie Colts are currently squaring
Video – 17th Annual Port Hope Firefighters Association Hockey Tournament
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxPUhl56_Ck The 17th annual Port Hope Firefighters Association Hockey Tournament kicked off on Friday night at the Jack Burger Sports
Video – Old Puckers Raise Money for Ed’s House
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jFisEpWoMVo A special presentation was held at the Cobourg Community Centre on Friday, March 28, 2025 before a charity hockey