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Acting Medical Officer of Health Appointed by HKNP Board of Health
Dr. Thomas Piggott has been appointed as the Acting Medical Officer of Health effective immediately. On Tuesday, February 4, 2025,
Breaking News – Video – Transport Driver Facing Numerous HTA Charges After Hitting Firetruck
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-1D9ceFNXh0 Northumberland OPP have charged a Scarborough transport driver with numerous offences relating to a fail to remain collision involving
Quinte West OPP Auxiliary Member Presented with Two Awards
A member of the Quinte West Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Auxiliary Unit has been named one of the best
Breaking News – Firefighter Rushed to Hospital After Firetruck Struck by Transport at Collision on Highway 401
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHwI91bE-7o A Cobourg firefighter was rushed to hospital after a firetruck was struck by a transport on Highway 401 on
Maxwell Groves Acclaimed as Candidate for Green Party in Northumberland-Peterborough South
The Green Party of Northumberland-Peterborough South Constituency Association met on the evening of January 29th to acclaim Maxwell Groves
Video – Perfect Conditions for Outdoor Skating at the Castleton Sports Club
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uSpVfBmWM60 With the cold, actually frigid temperatures lately it’s been perfect conditions for the outdoor rinks at the Castleton Sports
Video – Ice Fishing In Cobourg Harbour Doesn’t Last Long
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FEy_kmLmQiw Two anglers visiting Cobourg said it was worth a try, but their ice fishing expedition on Cobourg Harbout didn’t
Video – With the Canadian Flag Upside Down – Is Harwood in Distress?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTGMlOpjC90 The Canadian flag in Harwood seems to be upside down looking over Rice Lake. Looking up the meaning of it
Video – Lots of Winter Activities Happening on Rice Lake
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nAKjfJCS6eE There was lots of winter activities happening once again this weekend on Rice Lake. On Saturday, February 1, 2025 a
Video – Ice Water Rescue Training Just In Case
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBTakPxqtDo Members of the Cobourg Fire Department spent the morning of Saturday, February 1, 2025 training in ice water rescue. The
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Cobourg Fire Department’s Antique Pumper Now Part of Canadian Fire Fighters Museum
Cobourg Fire Department’s 1932 Seagrave Pumper is now part of the Canadian Fire Fighters Museum (CFFM) display of vintage
Port Hope Council Wants Long-Delayed EDI Policy Completed
An Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity Strategy with an Anti-Oppression Framework report left Port Hope council members wanting more at
Port Hope Mayor Proposes Budget with 2.7% Increase
Port Hope Mayor Olena Hankivsky officially introduced her budget at Tuesday night’s council meeting. As previously reported, the details were
CBM Aggregates in Grafton Recognized by the Ontario Stone, Sand & Gravel Association
The Grafton Site of CBM Aggregates was one of three businesses awarded with the Property Enhancement Award by the
Capacity to Increase at 310 Division
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Councillor Lucas Cleveland engaged Northumberland County council in a discussion of more than an hour's duration
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Video – Photo Gallery – A Memorable Canadian Winter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DYIR5kDtiE Another dousing of the white stuff kept emergency services busy throughout Northumberland County on Monday, January 19, 2026. Numerous vehicles
Video – Photo Gallery – No Injuries After Transport Collides with Antique Store North of Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_M7La7LIdvs There were no injuries after a transport truck struck a pickup truck before slamming into a antique Store in
Video – Photo Gallery – Memorable Winter in Northumberland County
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jg8pmC7bhQo It’s been a memorable winter for those who enjoy the outdoors in Northumberland County. The area has been inundated with
Video – Photo Gallery – Brian McFarlane Showcases Art, Talks Hockey in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ij9yzueUTHg Legendary hockey broadcaster Brian McFarlane was on hand at the Northumberland Arts Gallery & Shop in Port Hope on
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
- 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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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