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Heroes Recognized For Their Role in Garden Hill Tragedy
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s Northumberland An OPP ceremony last month in Orillia celebrated the valour of two responders at the scene
HKPR District Health Unit – Toxic Drug Supply in Northumberland County and City of Kawartha Lakes
HKPR District Health Unit is seeing an increase in drug poisonings within the community. The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District
Cobourg Mayor Will Be Speaking in the House of Commons
For the first time a Cobourg Mayor will be speaking in the House of Commons today (April 9, 2024) Mayor
Video – Total Eclipse Was A Bust (Almost)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtNDPqp4utQ At the end of the day it wasn’t what we wanted, but it was unforgettable. The solar eclipse we had
Video – Communist Party of Canada Visits Cobourg – Again
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mt8_XzfgM6k A few members of the Revolutionary Communist Party of Canada were in downtown Cobourg on Sunday, April 7, 2024
Video – Balloons Released Along Lakeshore Part of Memorial
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XYch39zJKjY Over 40 balloons were released over Lake Ontario on Sunday, April 7, 2024 in Cobourg. It’s believed the balloons were
For the Third Year Post Helps Out Northumberland Fare Share Food Bank
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNbG0ur4-8k For the third year, Post Consumer Brands has helped out Northumberland Fare Share Food Bank in a huge way. On
Video – Port Hope Firefighters Association Hockey Tournament Underway
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUO4y998toE The 16th annual Port Hope Firefighters Association Hockey Tournament takes place this weekend. The tournament kicked off on Friday, April
Potentially Deadly Drug Paraphernalia Found Near Children’s School and in Playground in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tTLtD_QGDIE A sign of the times with potentially deadly drug paraphernalia discarded near a school and playground in Cobourg. On Friday,
Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services Responds to Burning Smell at the Beamish House
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qNDl4362HyA Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services attended the Beamish House on Friday, April 5, 2025 for the smell of
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Freedom of Information Request Shows Cause of Delayed Response by Fire Service to Police Officer Overcome by Fentanyl Was Dispatcher Error
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Today’s Northumberland received a response to a Freedom of Information request to the Town of Cobourg
Cobourg Winter Parking Regulations in Effect as of November 1, 2025
(Today's Northumberland file photo) The Town of Cobourg would like to remind all residents that winter parking bylaws will take
Operation Red Nose, Your Safe Ride Home for the Holidays for a 30th Campaign
On Tuesday, November 4, 2025, Operation Red Nose is launching its 30th safe ride campaign in Ontario, opening a
Port Hope Police Bring Cost Savings Back to Council
The Port Hope Police Board presented its draft 2026 budget to council last month and was asked to find
Christmas at The Colborne Art Gallery
By Rosanne Dolan, Colborne Art Gallery artist and liaison The final art exhibition of 2025 at the Colborne Art Gallery
- 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
- Sports
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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