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MP Philip Lawrence Comments on VIA’s Announcement on Train 641
Philip Lawrence, Member for Parliament for Northumberland—Peterborough South, released the following statement regarding VIA’s announcement today: “I am delighted to hear
20th Anniversary Celebration of Constable Chris Garrett
The Cobourg Police Service invites the community to the 20th Anniversary Celebration of Constable Chris Garrett #221. All are welcome
Video – Pileated Woodpecker Causing Quite the Predicament for Family in Alnwick/Haldimand Township
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-bvfaMmIn4 A pileated woodpecker is causing a bit of a ruckus for one Alnwick/Haldimand Township family over the last week. Kevin
Video – Volunteers Come Out for Annual Port Hope Spring Cleaning
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ulPrebgCcj0 Approximately 40 volunteers came out on Sunday, April 28, 2024 for the annual Port Hope Spring Cleaning. Spearheaded for the
Video – Colborne Man’s Cross Canada Cycling Journey For Sick Kids Starts May 1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Illw4y3T7CY A Cramahe Township man is embarking on a bicycle journey across Canadian raising money for Sick Kids Hospital. Twenty-eight-year-old Ryan
Video – Kingston Youths Learn About Service, Sacrifice and the Environment Along the Highway of Heroes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-O549skVFIQ Seven youths from the Kingston area learned about service and sacrifice along the Highway of Heroes on Saturday, April
Nawautin Sanctuary Busy with Activity
Nawautin Sanctuary was a busy play on Friday, April 26, 2024 south of Grafton. The swans have once again nested
Town of Cobourg Flags at Half-Mast for National Day of Mourning
The Town of Cobourg will observe Sunday, April 28 as the National Day of Mourning and recognize all of
Northumberland County – Flags Lowered in Recognition of National Day of Mourning
Today (April 26, 2024), flags at Northumberland County headquarters have been lowered to half-mast in acknowledgment of the National
Municipality of Port Hope Hosts Annual Civic Awards Ceremony
Celebrate the remarkable 'Stars of Port Hope' at our annual Civic Awards ceremony. This event will take place on
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Video – Enbridge Gas Ontario teams up with Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services to Reduce Fire and Carbon Monoxide Deaths through Safe Community Project Zero
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ayToJV-BS5E On Wednesday, November 5, 2025, Enbridge Gas Ontario (Enbridge Gas), the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council (FMPFSC) and
Northumberland County Council Moves Warming Room One Room Over
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Since Northumberland County council decided last week to designate council chambers for this
Northumberland Council Given the 48-Hour Challenge
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Chance Brown has given members of Northumberland County council the 48-hour challenge. At this
Stats Are Stabilizing on 310 Division Street
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Northumberland Associate Director of Housing and Homelessness Rebecca Carman is asking to change the monthly report
Preliminary Design and Environmental Assessment for Highway 401 Project from County Road 28 to Hamilton Road
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Preliminary Design and Environmental Assessment for Highway 401 from County Road 28 (Ontario Street) to Hamilton
- 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