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Symons Retires from Symons’ Auto Sales
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland As of August 1, Wayne Symon's Auto Sales will be no more. Only a handful of cars
Backyard Summer Social Raises $41,644 to Support Kids’ Treatment for Five Counties Children’s Centre
Rain at this year’s Backyard Summer Social didn’t wash out festivities nor dampen enthusiasm, as the event raised $41,664
Cobourg to Rochester Ferry Mural Gets An Upgrade in Downtown
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gu8Ky7Lc0mo The Cobourg to Rochester Ferry mural on First Street has been getting a make over for the past week. The
Cobourg – The Perfect Place To Relax During The Evening
Cobourg is thriving in the daytime, but during the evening it's a good spot to just kick back and
Alderville First Nation Elects New Chief
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4WPiDJLHdOg A new Chief has been elected for Alderville First Nation on Friday, July 7, 2023. Taynar Simpson beat out current
29th Annual Alderville First Nation Pow Wow Brings Community Together
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-bNjP36VY4o Another amazing turnout for the Alderville First Nation Pow Wow which took place over the weekend. On July 8 and
Tradition Continues – Piping Down The Sun in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0mvUtOudyq8 The tradition continues with the Piping Down the Sun in Cobourg. A lone piper will be Piping Down The Sun
Habitat for Humanity Northumberland Breaks Ground in Cobourg and Announces Federal Government Funding
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJIiAFi4EdU On July 7, 2023 Habitat for Humanity Northumberland staff, volunteers, partners, sponsors, dignitaries, and neighbours came together to officially
Today’s Northumberland Gets Close-Up Look at Search and Rescue Training on Lake Ontario
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gA31IGZ-jlA&t=81s Today’s Northumberland got a rare look at the precision training members of the Canadian Coast Guard and members of
Brampton Man Granted Full Parole After Serving 17-Months in Jail for the Deaths of Two Men Following Collision on Highway 401
A Brampton man who was responsible for the deaths of two men in a fiery crash on Highway 401
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Northumberland County Council Moves Warming Room One Room Over
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Since Northumberland County council decided last week to designate council chambers for this
Northumberland Council Given the 48-Hour Challenge
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Chance Brown has given members of Northumberland County council the 48-hour challenge. At this
Stats Are Stabilizing on 310 Division Street
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Northumberland Associate Director of Housing and Homelessness Rebecca Carman is asking to change the monthly report
Preliminary Design and Environmental Assessment for Highway 401 Project from County Road 28 to Hamilton Road
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Preliminary Design and Environmental Assessment for Highway 401 from County Road 28 (Ontario Street) to Hamilton
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
- 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
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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