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Expected Completion of New Coast Guard Base in Cobourg Is Set for Early 2024
Artists Rendering Courtesy of Watson MacEwen Teramura Architects. Today’s Northumberland has received information regarding the new Coast Guard Station base
Local Oral Health Advocacy Group Continues to Distribute Oral Hygiene Supplies – Free of Charge – to Area Residents
Mary Ito, RDH and Sue Hochu, RDH, members of the Northumberland Oral Health Coalition (NOHC) recently presented oral hygiene
Ontario Welcomes $8.4 Million in Manufacturing Investments in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGIzF8v5ARk Local manufacturers expanding to create 30 good-paying jobs in Cobourg The Ontario government is welcoming two new investments totalling $8.4
Community Comes Together To “Fill the Frink with Butterflies” in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6TP_QKhUpi0 The community of Cobourg and surrounding area came together on Monday, August 28, 2023 to show solidarity and love
Port Hope Resident Wins $250,000 Top Prize with “Instant Scrabble”
Karen Dobrini of Port Hope is $250,000 richer after winning with INSTANT SCRABBLE™ (Game #2372). Karen, a 68-year-old retiree, said
Breaking News – Second Suspect Arrested Regarding Investigation Into Shooting on West Beach in Cobourg
(Today's Northumberland file photo) A second suspect was arrested as a result of an ongoing investigation into a shooting at
“Ultimate Grandma Summer Camp” Includes First Trip to Blue Jays Game for 100-Year-Old from Cobourg
Turning 100-years-old in a few months a Cobourg woman’s first trip to a Blue Jays game was a memorable
Original Owner of Horse That Was Dragged in Shocking Video Wants Court to Set a Precedent
The case involving a horse being dragged will come to a resolution in September 2023. The shocking video surfaced in
City of Kawartha Lakes OPP – Investigating Drowning on Pigeon Lake
Members of the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a drowning which
15th Annual Rice Lake Challenge Takes Place Saturday
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1vZAbMUOis&t=10s The 15th annual Rice Lake Challenge which raises money for duchenne’s disease takes place Saturday, August 26, 2023. Many different
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- Local News
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
- Sports
- AllBaseballHockey
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