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High Winds Drag Anchor and Sailboat Across Cobourg Harbour Basin
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pvg9EYiCbBE There were a few tense moments for one boat owner as high winds dragged his anchor, and sailboat across
MPP Visits Homeless Encampment Along Cobourg Beach
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDtsMQHeoLY Nearly 24-hours after a shooting Northumberland - Peterborough South MPP David Piccini spoke to the residents at the homeless
Cobourg Police Investigating Gunshots Fired at Homeless Encampment
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8BqqEVsuZc No one was injured after it's believed shots were fired at a homeless encampment in Cobourg on Wednesday, August
“Thinking Beyond the Blue Box Art Show & Sale” Continues at the Capitol Theatre Until August 26
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jEbmCfOLSKQ As a result of Thinking Beyond the Blue Box Art Show & Sale, nearly half a tonne of waste
Statement from Cobourg Mayor Following Drowning
On behalf of Council and senior leadership I would like to express my condolences to the family of the
COVID-19 Outbreak on Northumberland Hills Hospital’s Restorative Care Unit
A COVID-19 outbreak has been declared in Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH)’s Restorative Care Unit (1B) after eight patients have
Breaking News – No Injuries After Vehicle Drives Through Main Entrance of Northumberland Hills Hospital
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4K3areCc3c There were no major injures after a car drove through the main entrance of Northumberland Hills Hospital on Tuesday,
Coast Guard Trains Both On Water and Land
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uem_57vobzE Members of the Canadian Coast Guard cutter Cape Rescue were practicing their first aid skills in Cobourg Harbour on
Cobourg Sandcastle Festival Is Back!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mXoW7-C_q00 The weather didn’t cooperate, but after a three year hiatus, it was great to have the Cobourg Sandcastle Festival
Buddy Bus Helping The Homeless in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWyn5Ntf6t8 For the second night in a row, the Buddy Bus is helping the homeless at the encampment in Cobourg. On
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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