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Video – Injured Seagull Removed from Beach
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uyh-llnVBnU A seagull that appeared injured was taken by Municipal by-law officers on Victoria Beach on Saturday, August 24, 2024
Video – Salmon Run Still Very Active Locally
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BcJxA9mqpdw With lots of salmon still in local rivers a number of people still came to the area trying their
Video – Anglers Still Enjoying the Salmon Run in Cobourg and Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jg1iJbiqsrs A few anglers were enjoying the salmon on Friday, August 23, 2024 in the Cobourg and Port Hope areas. It
Video – Garbage Litters Encampment Along Shoreline in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yzq71aR9-_w The Municipality of Port Hope along with Port Hope Police Services are aware of an encampment along the shoreline
Video – Message Across from Victoria Hall Goes Against Town By-Law
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFBud6XZgUU A message on the pavement in Henley’s Arcade is attracting a bit of attention in Cobourg. The message has been
Port Hope – Walton Street Reconstruction Community Update
The following is an update on the Walton Street Reconstruction project, including the status of the mid-block crossing and
Video – Everyone Was a Winner at 16th Annual Strong Kids Duathlon in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lGbXF4M7HCM Approximately 90 youths took part in the YMCA Northumberland’s Strong Kids Duathlon at the Centennial Pool on Charles Street
Northumberland Paramedics Alert Community to Risks of Toxic Drug Supply
Northumberland Paramedics are echoing a recent alert from the Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit (HKPR District Health
Early Morning Fire Destroys Home in Brighton
A two storey home was destroyed by fire that engulfed the residence in Brighton. Shortly before 5 am Brighton Fire
Cobourg Police Services Board – Figures to Come on Cobourg Police Services Members Off the Job
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland While the August meeting of the Cobourg Police Services Board did not produce definitive figures in
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Video – Still Room for Teams at the Upcoming 2026 Castleton Cup
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fxq89xEGLbk A perfect winters evening at the Castleton Sports Club on Friday, February 7, 2026. With snow falling and the lights
Port Hope Council Supports Remuneration Increase Starting Next Term
The salaries for the next term of Port Hope council could rise significantly following October’s municipal election, if ratified
Expanded Weekend Hours for Warming Room Continue in Response to Extreme Cold
With continued extreme cold forecast for this weekend, Northumberland County, in collaboration with the Town of Cobourg By-law Services,
Brighton to Hold Watch Party for Olympian Hallie Clarke
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Brighton native Hallie Clarke is getting set to compete at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics in
Video – Photo Gallery – Finding Peace Along Cobourg’s Lakeshore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lPW8GOavN1s More people seem to be enjoying leisurely walks along the west breakwall in Cobourg. On Wednesday, February 4, 2026 a
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Video – Photo Gallery – In My Opinion – Be Proud Northumberland County – Be Canadian Proud
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbygVjlGUiM Since Afghanistan, Northumberland County residents have lined the bridges along the Highway of Heroes paying their respects to our
Video – Photo Gallery – Enjoying The Beauty of a Canadian Winter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46kF_KhdXxY Stunningly beautiful sunset on Sunday, February 1, 2026 in Cobourg. It’s been a truly Canadian winter with the pure white
Video – Photo Gallery – 34th Annual Polar Plunge Raises Funds for Campbellford Memorial Hospital
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5yy1gvZE-o The 34th annual Polar Plunge was held on Saturday, January 31, 2026 in support of Campbellford Memorial Hospital. Approximately $40,000
Breaking News – Video – Photo Gallery – At Least 20 People Displaced Following Apartment Fire in Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peFOiCS_HBw Officials are still trying to account for everyone after a Northumberland County Housing Corporation apartment complex was destroyed by
Video – Photo Gallery – Chilly Sunset Along the Lakeshore in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBYsaEqePA0 Cold warnings once again as the area goes into a deep freeze on Friday, January 30, 2026. Another beautiful sunset
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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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Video – Still Room for Teams at the Upcoming 2026 Castleton Cup
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fxq89xEGLbk A perfect winters evening at the Castleton Sports Club on Friday, February 7, 2026. With snow falling and the lights
Brighton to Hold Watch Party for Olympian Hallie Clarke
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Brighton native Hallie Clarke is getting set to compete at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics in
West Northumberland Curling Club Member Competing at Scotties Tournament of Hearts
Kristina (Adams) Brauch of the West Northumberland Curling Club is set to play for Team Newfoundland and Labrador at
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