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Category: Editorial
Guest Column – We All Need a Boost – Seniors Especially
By Dr. Natalie Bocking Medical Officer of Health HKPR District Health Unit “Give me a boost!” As a young child, you
Editorial – In COVID Times – Be That Spark for a Better World
(file photo) Editorial - COVID, the word, the meaning and everything about it I hate. Who doesn’t. It’s divided us. It hasn’t conquered
2021 – Tragedy and Triumph in Photos
Tragedy and triumph - 2021 had it all. And we are offering a glimpse of what took place. A glimpse we
Editorial – How Much Strain Will Temporarily Closing the Emergency Department of CMH Put on Other Hospitals
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CPTPT9NjZL8 Call 9-1-1 But Don’t Go To Campbellford Memorial Hospital If You Have A Emergency. That was the case from Friday
Editorial – Judges Need to Be Held Accountable Like Other Members of the Public
With all due respect, the law is an ass. Or should we say, the people imposing the law are. Yup, that’s
Simple Display Visually Brings To Life The Cost of War
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xqAQPvBHYSA It was hard to miss. Coming back from Toronto spotting a bed of red flags it was hard to miss. When
Editorial – Firefighters Fought Through Intense Heat to Rescue Victims of Deadly Fire
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GuJmgvrEYg The news shook the community of Port Hope. Word travelled fast that two people perished in a fire on Friday,
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
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Video – Photo Gallery – Major Fire in Rural Port Hope Under Investigation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7s3_kKpqnI Damage is estimated at over half a million dollars following a early morning fire on Sunday, November 23, 2025
In My Opinion – Quest for the Mystery in Victoria Park Ends in Success
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TE4H_bvVdX0 It’s been years that I’ve been on the hunt to prove what is happening in Cobourg. For decades it’s been
Video – Perfect Evening for a Parade in Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEl0nrHtfYM It was a gorgeous night for the Colborne Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, November 22, 2025. Kicking off at 7
Video – Photo Gallery – Dancing in the Streets at the Kickoff to Christmas Magic in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fwrX5k4VBEg They were dancing in the streets at the start of Christmas Magic in Cobourg on Friday, November 21, 2025. Hundreds
Municipality of Port Hope Council adopts 2025–2028 Strategic Plan
Port Hope Council has officially adopted the 2025–2028 Strategic Plan, setting a clear direction for the Municipality over the
- Photo Galleries
Video – Photo Gallery – Major Fire in Rural Port Hope Under Investigation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7s3_kKpqnI Damage is estimated at over half a million dollars following a early morning fire on Sunday, November 23, 2025
In My Opinion – Quest for the Mystery in Victoria Park Ends in Success
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TE4H_bvVdX0 It’s been years that I’ve been on the hunt to prove what is happening in Cobourg. For decades it’s been
Video – Photo Gallery – Dancing in the Streets at the Kickoff to Christmas Magic in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fwrX5k4VBEg They were dancing in the streets at the start of Christmas Magic in Cobourg on Friday, November 21, 2025. Hundreds
Breaking News – Cobourg Mayor Lucas Cleveland’s Credit Card Statements 2022-2025
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Today’s Northumberland has received the Cobourg Mayor’s credit card statements from December 2022 up till September
Video – Photo Gallery – Bethlehem Walk Takes Place in Cold Springs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JS8DK5RNek The annual Bethlehem Walk took place over the weekend at the Cold Springs Hall in Hamilton Township. Volunteers from across
- 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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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