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CPKC Holiday Train Arrives in Trenton this Saturday to Support Local Food Bank
(Today's Northumberland file photo) The magic of the holiday season is rolling into Quinte West this Saturday, November 29, as
Overnight winter Warming Room to open November 27th at Northumberland County Headquarters
Northumberland County will open the doors to an overnight Warming Room at County Headquarters (555 Courthouse Road, Cobourg) beginning
Ontario Greenlights Pickering Nuclear Generating Station Refurbishment to Create Nearly 37,000 Jobs
Project will protect Ontario workers and secure province’s place as a global energy superpower On November 26, 2025, Minister Stephen
Cobourg Mayor Releases Statement Regarding “Strong Mayor 101”
(Today's Northumberland file photo) In Ontario, the term “Strong Mayor” has been used often — but rarely explained clearly. I hope to
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board Supporting Student Mental Health and Well-Being Through Action Plan
At this evening’s meeting, the Board was updated on ongoing work to support student mental health and well-being in
Video – Ginny & Georgia Come Back to Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FIlDSXH7weg Ginny & Georgia came back to Cobourg on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. The Netflix series focuses on Georgia and her
Video – Power Turned Off As Tree Taken Down in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXsCs1ZfpFM A large tree was removed from College Street in Cobourg on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. The tree was on the
CPKC Holiday Train Rolls into Cobourg This Saturday
D’Arcy Street Train Tracks Closed: Approximately 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 29 CPKC Holiday Train Rolls into Cobourg The
Video – Photo Gallery – Major Fire in Rural Port Hope Under Investigation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7s3_kKpqnI Damage is estimated at over half a million dollars following a early morning fire on Sunday, November 23, 2025
In My Opinion – Quest for the Mystery in Victoria Park Ends in Success
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TE4H_bvVdX0 It’s been years that I’ve been on the hunt to prove what is happening in Cobourg. For decades it’s been
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Video – Photo Gallery – Enjoying The Beauty of a Canadian Winter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46kF_KhdXxY Stunningly beautiful sunset on Sunday, February 1, 2026 in Cobourg. It’s been a truly Canadian winter with the pure white
Cobourg Implements Licensing for Short-Term Rental Accommodations
Operators encouraged to apply through Town’s licensing portal Short-Term Rental Accommodation (STRA) companies and operators in Cobourg are now
Director of Education for PVNC Issues Statement Regarding Historic Sexual Assault Charges of Former Teacher by Cobourg Police
The Director of Education and Secretary/Treasurer for the Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington (PVNC) Catholic District School Board has
Breaking News – Video – Photo Gallery – Hastings Quinte Paramedic in Critical Condition Following Collision in Madoc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xs1okFexpVo A Hastings Quinte Paramedic was airlifted to a Kingston hospital in critical condition following a collision between a ambulance
Ontario Delivers Darlington Refurbishment Project Ahead of Schedule and Under Budget
World’s largest completed nuclear refurbishment will generate secure, reliable, clean electricity to power 3.5 million homes and support 14,200
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Video – Photo Gallery – Enjoying The Beauty of a Canadian Winter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46kF_KhdXxY Stunningly beautiful sunset on Sunday, February 1, 2026 in Cobourg. It’s been a truly Canadian winter with the pure white
Video – Photo Gallery – 34th Annual Polar Plunge Raises Funds for Campbellford Memorial Hospital
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5yy1gvZE-o The 34th annual Polar Plunge was held on Saturday, January 31, 2026 in support of Campbellford Memorial Hospital. Approximately $40,000
Breaking News – Video – Photo Gallery – At Least 20 People Displaced Following Apartment Fire in Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peFOiCS_HBw Officials are still trying to account for everyone after a Northumberland County Housing Corporation apartment complex was destroyed by
Video – Photo Gallery – Chilly Sunset Along the Lakeshore in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBYsaEqePA0 Cold warnings once again as the area goes into a deep freeze on Friday, January 30, 2026. Another beautiful sunset
Video – Snow Covered Hydrants in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXls1Q7-S4w With the amount of snow the area has been getting it’s inevitable that fire hydrants may not be visible
- 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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West Northumberland Curling Club Member Competing at Scotties Tournament of Hearts
Kristina (Adams) Brauch of the West Northumberland Curling Club is set to play for Team Newfoundland and Labrador at
Local Players in OHL U16 Showcase in Peterborough This Week
Trent Clow and Lauchlan Whelan will compete Tuesday and Wednesday at the Ontario Hockey League’s U16 Top Prospects Showcase
Current Competes at World Cross Country Running Championships, Signs Nike Contract
Kate Current, originally from Precious Corners just north of Cobourg, competed for Canada in the mixed relay at the
Cobourg Cougars Head Into New Year with Lengthy Losing Streak
The Cobourg Cougars junior A hockey club will look to reverse its fortunes after the calendar flips to 2026. Following
Port Hope’s Owen Beck Scores First NHL Goal
(Photo courtesy of Montreal Canadiens) In his 21st NHL game, Port Hope’s Owen Beck scored the first goal of his