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Video – No Injuries After Two Tent Fires at Encampment
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAohQmWrodY There were no injuries after two tents caught fire in Cobourg on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. At approximately 8:30 a.m.
2024 Cobourg / Port Hope Polar Plunge Raises $27,066 for Special Olympics Ontario
The chilly waters of Lake Ontario witnessed an incredible display of courage and community spirit during the 2024 Cobourg
Northumberland County Applauds VIA Rail Canada for Getting Morning Train Service Back on Track
Northumberland County is pleased to note VIA Rail Canada’s recent announcement that it will reinstate commuter rail service between
Fatal Fire in Cramahe Township
Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a fire at a residence in
Town of Cobourg Flags at Half-Staff in Honour of Former Chief Administrative Officer
Flags across the Town of Cobourg will be lowered to half-staff in honour of the passing of former Chief
Video – Beacon of Hope for Young People Opens in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPEDdMWk4w0 By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland As of Thursday afternoon, 15 Cavan St. in Port Hope became a beacon of hope for
Ontario Building More Supportive Housing in Peterborough
Provincial investment will support people experiencing homelessness in the community The Ontario government is providing $377,641 to help create two
Video – Beginning of a New Era for Beyond the Blue Box
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gAcsxISBSvE Work has started to demolish a building gutted by fire last year in Cobourg. The building that belongs to Beyond
Video – Miracle Child Finally Home in Grafton
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ngEXjDOz6o After spending nearly two months at Sick Kids Hospital in Toronto a Grafton child is finally home. Nine-year-old Cali Jones
Calling All Young Artists: Decorate the Halls of Local Paramedic Bases for Paramedic Services Week
Northumberland Paramedics is inviting children to help decorate the halls of our local paramedic bases with colourful art in
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Video – 15-Minute Delay by Cobourg Fire Department Responding to VSA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9gwuW4Dhp8 Today’s Northumberland has learned it took fire crews 15-minutes to respond to a person who was vital signs absent
Port Hope Teacher Pleads Guilty to Sexual Offenses Involving Minors
By: Dan Jones, Northumberland 89.7 FM News, Local Journalism Initiative. WARNING: This story contains graphic depictions of sexual misconduct involving
Upgrades to William Street Bridge in Cobourg Continue
Work continues on the upgraded William Street bridge in Cobourg which includes several different sections that are constructed at
Municipality of Brighton to Transition Away from Automated Speed Enforcement Program
The Municipality of Brighton remains committed to enhancing public safety and protecting persons using its municipal roadways. In response
Members of the Canadian Armed Forces Flying in for Port Hope Remembrance Day Services
(Today's Northumberland file photo) On Tuesday, November 11, 2025, members of Branch 30 of the Royal Canadian Legion Port Hope will
- Photo Galleries
Video – Photo Gallery – Unveiling of National Memorial to the Fallen in Kingston
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkmA9fTa6hg A monument honouring fallen soldiers throughout Canada’s history was unveiled in Kingston on Saturday, November 1, 2025. The memorial kiosk
Video – Port Hope Man “Outraged” Over Halloween Decoration
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2UabMKE2QTk A Port Hope man said he’s “outraged” when he saw a Halloween decoration on his neighbours property. Jordan Knight was
Video – Photo Gallery – Port Hope Police Hold Multi-Agency Scenario at High School
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2esV8V3Xs8 Port Hope Police held a training session at Port Hope High School on Monday, October 27, 2025. Members of the
Video – Tense Moments on Highway 401 East of Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6JmI72TGfk A few tense moments on Highway 401 east of Port Hope on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. At approximately 1 p.m.
Video – Blue Jays Watch Party in Port Hope for Game 2 of the World Series
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBGGdvSsnsg For anyone planning to watch the Blue Jays this Saturday, October 25, 2025 you’re welcome to join in on
- 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