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Town of Cobourg Christmas Tree Collection to Begin January 9th
(Today's Northumberland file photo) The Town of Cobourg’s Public Works Division would like to advise residents of this year’s Christmas
First Night Celebrations Postponed Due to Unseasonal Weather
The Town of Cobourg regretfully shares that the First Night in Cobourg celebrations will be postponed due to unseasonably
Christmas Message from Provincial Liberal Candidate for Northumberland–Peterborough South
Merry Christmas! I'm Dorothy Noronha, your Provincial Liberal Candidate for Northumberland--Peterborough South. Christmas has always been a time of generosity and
Video – Lots to See and Do Despite the Weather
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-PPlQvL2pHo (Photo gallery) It was a dull, rainy day, but it didn’t take long to find things happening in the area. The
Lower Trent Conservation – Flood Outlook Raised to Awareness
Flood Outlook Statement is issued to raise awareness. Based on weather forecasts for extreme cold, heavy rain, snowmelt or high
GRCA – Watershed Conditions Statement
The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority advises that a series of low pressure systems are expected to pass through Southern Ontario
Spry Family Christmas Fundraiser Was One for the Books!
In its tenth and final year, organizers are proud to share the results of the Spry Family Christmas Tree
Municipality of Port Hope – Christmas Tree Disposal
Residents are advised that Christmas tree disposal will take place in the Municipality from January 2 to 10, 2025. Urban
Video – Municipality Investigating After Large Amount of Snow Dumped in River
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hgZLjTM14IE The Municipality of Port Hope is investigating after it appears someone dumped a large amount of snow in the
Video – Lots of Outdoor Activities on Boxing Day in Northumberland County
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vj_ciy9LhbQ It wasn’t just the Boxing Day sales that brought people out. A number of people were just happy to be
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2026 Business Achievement Awards Call for Business Nominations
Organizers Announce New Award Categories The Northumberland Central Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Cobourg are pleased to announce
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
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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