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Update Regarding Ongoing Fire Investigation at Former File Factory in Port Hope
Following the large fire at the former File Factory (121 Cavan Street) on July 14, 2024, this notice serves
Union Representing Workers Impacted by Corus Announcement said Media Sector Needs “Life-Saving Intervention”
Corus announced last week that a number of changes were taking place which resulted in a number people being
Cobourg Parks Department Announces Remediation Work in Monk’s Cove Park
The Town of Cobourg Parks Department is pleased to inform residents that remediation work along the lake wall in
Video – Unveiling of the Highway of Heroes Globe at The Big Apple Honours a Special Person
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VsoMHKhzPO8 A special unveiling took place at The Big Apple on Sunday, July 21, 2024. A large Highway of Heroes memorial
Video – Flipping Over Monster Trucks at Brighton Speedway
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4873omzqs8Y The stands were packed at Brighton Speedway on Saturday, July 20, 2024. Along with the weekly racing, spectators had the
Video – New Members Welcomed to the Canadian Family
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2iXcr52MV1Q By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland All levels of officialdom agree – presiding at a new Canadians' citizenship ceremony is among their
Video – Spectacular Fireworks Show Lights Up the Evening Sky Over Trenton
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mZwIX9VrVNc It was a cavalcade of colours that lit up the evening sky over Trenton on Friday, July 19, 2024
Video – Transport Truck Rolls in Ditch in Cramahe Township
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k347iZA_2SM There were no injuries after a transport truck rolled into the ditch in Cramahe Township on Friday, July 19,
Official Unveiling of Highway of Heroes Globe at Big Apple on Sunday
Everyone is welcome to attend the official unveiling of the Highway of Heroes Globe at the Big Apple in
Walk For The Wounded Takes Place in August
(Today's Northumberland file photos) Northumberland County OPP are taking on their second annual Walk For The Wounded. The event takes place
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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
Video – Chilly Night for Residents of Port Hope Apartment Building With No Power
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugAn9FZoYCg An apartment building in Port Hope was without power for most of the night starting on Wednesday, February 4,
In My Opinion – Firefighters Should Have Been Dispatched to Medical Emergency
A rare site took place on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 in Bewdley as an air ambulance
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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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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
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