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Capitol Theatre Opens 2026 Fall Season with Gaslight
The Capitol Theatre in Port Hope is set to open its fall season with a fresh take on one
Ontario Joins Landmark Canada-Wide Direct-to-Consumer Alcohol Sales Agreement
Deal will break down interprovincial trade barriers for alcoholic beverages, improving consumer choice and opening up new markets to
Municipality of Port Hope Convenes Senior Leaders to Address Community Concerns with Port Hope Area Initiative Project
On Monday, July 20, Port Hope Mayor Olena Hankivsky convened a meeting with presidents and senior representatives from Atomic
Golden Plough Lodge Nears Opening as Final Preparations Continue
Northumberland County says significant progress continues to be made at the new Golden Plough Lodge as staff prepare for
Video – Photo Gallery – Wind, Water and Waves Put on a Show Along Cobourg’s Waterfront
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Is513bBIi74 Wind, water and waves defined the day in Cobourg on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. Strong north winds whipped Lake Ontario
Video – Wife of Cobourg Native Facing Extradition Pleads for Canadian Government to Intervene
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-ke_iI9iC8 The wife of a Cobourg native imprisoned in the United Arab Emirates is pleading with the Canadian government to
Canadian Tire Cobourg Raises $10,500 for Jumpstart, Awards Barbecue Prize
General Manager Matt Espey and Store Manager Brayden Shroer of Canadian Tire Cobourg presented Carson with a brand-new barbecue
Video – Canada Child Benefit Payments Increase for 2026-27, Bringing More Support to Families
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kq-8guxM-5w Millions of Canadian families are receiving a boost to their household budgets as increased Canada Child Benefit (CCB) payments
Cobourg Summer Council Meeting on July 22, 2026 to Begin at 1 p.m.
The Town of Cobourg Legislative Services Division would like to remind residents the Summer Council Meeting on Wednesday, July
Video – Drivers Still Getting Turned Around on Cobourg’s One-Way Streets
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTs44KE5Gx0 Another busy weekend along Victoria Beach, and some drivers in Cobourg still appear to be struggling with the meaning
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Six Northumberland Residents Honoured for Making a Difference
Six Northumberland–Clarke residents whose volunteer work, generosity and commitment to their communities have touched thousands of lives were recognized
Exclusive – Video – Cobourg Banker Dumped at Side of Road After 11-Months in Dubai Prison
Malnourished, sick and facing extradition to South Sudan, O’Grady says he was suddenly dumped at roadside and told ‘good
Video – Photo Gallery – A Sea of Orange in Alderville: More Than 600 Walk to Remember the Children
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3B_f2UHODLc More than 600 people filled the roads of Alderville First Nation Wednesday, September 30, in a powerful sea of
Firefighters Answer the Call — Now Ontario Will Help Pay the Bill
When the call comes in, firefighters don't get to decide whether it is worth responding. They roll. Fire trucks leave the
Video – Salmon Run Continues to Draw Crowds to Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UYEAPoRnfUA The salmon are still running — and visitors are still coming to watch one of nature’s most spectacular annual
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Video – Photo Gallery – A Sea of Orange in Alderville: More Than 600 Walk to Remember the Children
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3B_f2UHODLc More than 600 people filled the roads of Alderville First Nation Wednesday, September 30, in a powerful sea of
Video – Salmon Run Continues to Draw Crowds to Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UYEAPoRnfUA The salmon are still running — and visitors are still coming to watch one of nature’s most spectacular annual
Video – Photo Gallery – 52nd Applefest Draws Thousands to Brighton for Celebration of Harvest, Community and Local Pride
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZbbspc7niQ The apples may be at the heart of Applefest, but on Saturday it was the people, the community and
Video – Photo Gallery – Turkey Vultures Take Centre Stage as Port Hope Festival Draws Thousands
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vl-GKbBQWoI&t=2019s They came for the turkey vultures. They stayed for the music, the wildlife, the education — and, for more than
Video – A New Home for Northumberland’s History: County Archives and Museum Opens Its Doors in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0K6kd4RsC9Q&t=27s Northumberland County’s history has a new home — and it is a whole lot bigger, brighter and more welcoming. Located
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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 Cougars Edge Lindsay Muskies in Home Opener
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland It was a fresh start for the new Cobourg Cougars in front of their home fans Monday
Northumberland Jacks 16U Makes OBA Championship Tournament Debut
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland A group that began as house league baseball players four years ago, the Northumberland Jacks 16U team
Northumberland Jacks 15U Black Select Team Caps Memorable Season with Top-Eight OBA Finish
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Northumberland Jacks 15U Black Select Team entered the Ontario Baseball Association championship tournament as one of
New-Look Cobourg Cougars Win OJHL Season Opener in Aurora
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Cobourg Cougars opened the 2026-27 Ontario Junior Hockey League regular season Friday night with a 5-2
University Women’s Softball to be Showcased This Weekend in Cobourg
(Ontario University Softball graphic) Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Ontario University Softball is set to launch its 25th season as a league this