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Local Author’s Northern Gothic Mystery Series Continues
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Murder can happen anywhere, even in a quiet rural community, and the police can be counted
Breaking News – Update – City of Belleville Update on State of Emergency
(Today's Northumberland file photo) The City of Belleville declared a State of Emergency in 2024 for the growing addiction, mental
$25,200 OTF Grant from the Province Improves Accessibility at the Sifton-Cook Exhibit Hall
On Saturday, MPP David Piccini stopped in at the Cobourg Museum Foundation’s Sifton-Cook Exhibit Hall to see the results
Update – Cobourg Police – Officer Exposed to Fentanyl Released from Hospital
(Today's Northumberland file photo) A Cobourg Police Service officer who was exposed to fentanyl during a warrant arrest on the
Breaking News – Cobourg Police Officer Rushed to Hospital After Being Exposed to Fentanyl
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SX_jMeUiqvU A Cobourg police officer was rushed to Northumberland Hills Hospital after believed to have been overcome with Fentanyl on
Video – Photo Gallery – Annual Poker Run Takes Over Rice Lake
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hGqL8Gr4Q1E The 35th annual Bruce Nicolle Rice Lake Memorial Poker Run in support of Make-A-Wish Canada was held on Saturday,
Video – Photo Gallery – Ceremony Celebrates Fern Blodgett Sunde Connection with Cobourg and Norway
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJZN914JRpA A special remembrance ceremony to honour Fern Blodgett Sunde was held in Cobourg’s Victoria Park on Friday (September 19,
Cobourg Police Association Ratifies Uniform Collective Agreement
The Cobourg Police Association has accepted the Uniform Collective Agreement on Friday, September 19, 2025. The vote on the Uniform
YMCA Northumberland Brings Community Together for ‘Encore at the Midway’ Fundraiser
YMCA Northumberland proudly hosted two unforgettable evenings at the historic Port Hope Drive-In – often called the Midway -
Northumberland County Council Further Debates Electronic Participation Bylaw Before Final Approval
Some items on Northumberland County council’s agenda were re-ordered Wednesday, including the updated procedural bylaw for electronic participation, to
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Video – Busy Weekend for Northumberland Fare Share Food Bank
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=veCHSs6SDeA It’s been a busy few days for the Northumberland Fare Share Food Bank, but the need is still there. Meghan
Cobourg Council Debates Following Budget Estimate Presentation From Police Chief
Cobourg Police Chief Paul VandeGraaf appeared before council Monday afternoon to explain the 20.5% budget increase estimate and the
Cobourg Mayor Announces Successful Library Budget Negotiations
Mayor Cleveland is pleased to announce a successful outcome in budget discussions with the Cobourg Public Library. Thanks to constructive
‘Toys for Tickets’ Program in Port Hope
The Municipality of Port Hope is pleased to announce the new ‘Toys for Tickets’ program, offering residents a chance
Successful Construction Season Strengthens Northumberland’s Infrastructure
From road resurfacing to culvert relining, 2025 has been a productive year for Northumberland County Public Works as critical
- Photo Galleries
Video – Photo Gallery – Port Hope Santa Claus Parade
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXo6avu6UVI The Port Hope Santa Claus parade took place on Saturday, November 29, 2025. With crowds lining Walton Street, the parade
Video – Photo Gallery – CPKC Holiday Train Stops in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIBUwLFkt6w For the first time in the history of the CPKC Holiday Train it stopped in Cobourg on Saturday, November
Video – Photo Gallery – Cobourg Santa Claus Parade
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQpl6_yxfYk It was a perfect winters evening for the annual Cobourg Santa Claus parade on Saturday, November 29, 2025. Starting at
Video – Photo Gallery – Port Hope’s Annual Candlelight Festival
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SAQnzIbtArU It was a beautiful evening for Port Hope’s annual Candlelight Festival on Friday, November 28, 2025. Adding to the celebration
Video – Photo Gallery – Windy Weather Hits Northumberland County
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFz4Us72EJY It was a wild and windy day on Thursday, November 27, 2025 in the Northumberland County area and beyond. Although
- 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