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Joel Scott to Run for Cobourg Town Council
Cobourg resident and community leader Joel Scott proudly announces his candidacy for Town Councillor in the 2026 municipal election.
Port Hope Fire Chief Jason Williams Named 2026 Fire Chief of the Year
At a ceremony last evening, the Ontario Municipal Fire Prevention Officers Association (OMFPOA) named Jason Williams the 2026 Fire
Executive Director of IHARC Releases Statement Following Charges by Cobourg Police
(Today's Northumberland file photo) The Executive Director of IHARC (Integrated Homelessness & Addictions Response Centre has released a statement following
Cobourg Council Hears Door-to-Door Rules
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The welcome weather of spring seems to bring door-to-door solicitors along with the lilacs, and Councillor
DBIA Has Requests of Cobourg Council
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The new downtown parking rules, allowing three hours free year-round in downtown Cobourg,
Community Grants List Has One Last-Minute Addition
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The final list of this year's Municipal Community Grants recipients was before Cobourg council this week,
Campbellford Memorial Hospital Hosting Redevelopment Information Session on June 4
Campbellford Memorial Hospital (CMH) is inviting community members to attend an upcoming Redevelopment Information Session focused on the hospital’s
Nearly One Hour Ambulance Delay Explained After Cobourg Collision
Northumberland County says all ambulances were tied up when a two-vehicle collision in Cobourg left two people waiting nearly
Video – Nearly An Hour Delay for Paramedics to Arrive at Collision in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDSrLMOY_ME A two-vehicle collision took place in Cobourg on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at the intersection of College Street and
Brook Road North (CR 20) in Cobourg to Temporarily Close for Sewer Installation Work
Northumberland County is advising residents, businesses, and motorists of an upcoming temporary full road closure on Brook Road North
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Brighton Councillor Bobbi Wright Announces Bid for Mayor
Brighton Councillor Bobbi Wright has officially entered the race to become the Municipality of Brighton's next mayor, announcing she
OPP Airplane Enforcement Program Takes Flight Over Civic Holiday Weekend
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is committed to saving lives and preventing serious injuries on Ontario's highways. As part
In My Opinion – Enforcement Is a Start — But It Isn’t the Solution
The increased enforcement in Cobourg's parks and surrounding areas over the past few weeks is a positive and welcome
Video – Photo Gallery – A Perfect Summer Evening Along Cobourg’s Waterfront
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xj5errRFCT4 There are summer evenings that seem to capture everything people love about Cobourg, and Wednesday, July 30, 2026, was
Cobourg Rotary Set to Fire Up the Grill for the 18th Annual Ribfest and Music Festival
Get ready for the smell of slow-smoked ribs, the sound of live music, and a weekend packed with family
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Video – Photo Gallery – A Perfect Summer Evening Along Cobourg’s Waterfront
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xj5errRFCT4 There are summer evenings that seem to capture everything people love about Cobourg, and Wednesday, July 30, 2026, was
Video – “We’re Going to Be More Proactive”: Six Weeks Into the Job, Cobourg Police Chief Chris Leather Talks Priorities, Public Safety and the Future
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qIY0CNHHH_c When Chris Leather accepted the position as Chief of the Cobourg Police Service, he knew he was stepping into
Video – Cobourg Police Welcomes Return of K-9 Unit After More Than 20 Years
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKxi9_Ly3UY The Cobourg Police Service has officially welcomed back its K-9 unit, marking the return of a specialized policing resource
Video – Photo Gallery – Calder Cup Champion Blake Smith Brings Hockey’s Historic Trophy Home to Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rNVQbuAlmI8 For Blake Smith, lifting the Calder Cup in his rookie professional season was a dream come true. But bringing
In My Opinion: A Cobourg Sunset and Life’s Greatest Lesson
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xj0AAEEDGI4 There are some things in life that never lose their magic. For me, it's watching the sun disappear beyond Lake
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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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Cobourg Kodiaks Have Must-Win Game Saturday in Owen Sound
The Cobourg Kodiaks can earn their way into the Major Series Lacrosse playoffs with a win in their final
Jacob Hyatt Heading to National Lawn Bowling Championship
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Becoming a provincial champion was years in the making for Cobourg Lawn Bowling Club member Jacob Hyatt. The
New Cougars Coach Derek Smith Wants to Restore Team’s Standing in League and Community
(Derek Smith, left, and Ryan Ramsay, right, pictured in this Cobourg Cougars graphic) Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Derek Smith has coached against
Video – Photo Gallery – Calder Cup Champion Blake Smith Brings Hockey’s Historic Trophy Home to Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rNVQbuAlmI8 For Blake Smith, lifting the Calder Cup in his rookie professional season was a dream come true. But bringing
Video – Soccer Fans Turn Pickup Truck into Outdoor Viewing Party in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhpBaIX8LTo A day at the beach in Cobourg didn't stop one group of friends and family from catching one of