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HKLN Drug Strategy Welcomes New Coordinator to Lead Local Prevention and Harm Reduction Efforts
The Haliburton, Kawartha Lakes Northumberland (HKLN) Drug Strategy is pleased to announce the appointment of Ashley Smoke as its
Trillium Grant Put Towards Restoring Fire Damaged Wesleyville Church
The Friends of Wesleyville Village has been awarded an Ontario Trillium Foundation Capital Grant of $154,000 to be used
Another Big Salmon Weighed at Cobourg Marina
Terry Cornfoot has been participating in the Great Ontario Salmon Derby since it started. On Saturday, August 16, 2025, Cornfoot
Ontario Investing Over $5 Million to Protect Workers in Northumberland and Peterborough
Skills Development Fund investment will train over 2,900 youth and workers for in-demand jobs in the face of U.S.
Video – Shannonville Resident Reels In A Big One Off Port Hope in the Great Ontario Salmon Derby
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hoh5AKGZiVc Barrie Mountney will remember his trip to the area on Friday, August 15, 2025 after reeling in a huge
Under Strong Mayor Powers Cobourg Mayor Has Hired a Director of Development Who Has No Education in Development Planning
Under Strong Mayor Powers, Cobourg Mayor Lucas Cleveland has hired a Director of Development that has no education in
Video – Upcoming Show and Shine for Spencer Devine This Weekend
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQrGSt2SHpU This coming weekend is the fourth annual Show and Shine for Spencer Devine. The annual event is in memory of
Updated Bylaw for Electronic Participation at Northumberland County Council Progressing
An updated electronic participation bylaw for Northumberland County council took a step forward at Wednesday’s meeting. Council supported the preferred
Rotary Club of Cobourg Reaches Million Dollar Giving Milestone in Support of Northumberland Hills Hospital
Earlier this summer, the Rotary Club of Cobourg achieved a financial milestone in its philanthropic efforts, reaching $1 million
Update – YMCA Summer Camp Reducing Size of Play Area
(Today's Northumberland file photo) YMCA Northumberland issues notice to parents and guardians on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 regarding their Summer
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Director of Community Services Announces His Departure with the Town of Cobourg
The Director of Community Services has announced his departure with the Town of Cobourg. Last week town staff were informed
Video – Photo Gallery – 17th Annual Rice Lake Challenge – Fight For Our Boys
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Qkfoxo9wdM&t=5s By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Those cheers that rang out on Rice Lake Saturday were all part of the game for
Video – Annual Salmon Run Underway in Area Rivers and Creeks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C9TQbzrmvo8 The annual salmon run has started to take place in area waterways. Though the salmon were sporadic along the Ganraska
Ontario Investing in Mobile Crisis Response Teams to Better Protect Communities
Funding will help police in Northumberland support people experiencing a mental health crisis As part of its plan to protect Ontario
Video – Photo Gallery – 17th Anniversary Celebration of the Strong Kids Duathlon
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fNmGp7jLmLo There were smiles, cheers and everyone was a winner at the 17th anniversary of the Strong Kids Duathlon on
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Video – Photo Gallery – 17th Annual Rice Lake Challenge – Fight For Our Boys
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Qkfoxo9wdM&t=5s By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Those cheers that rang out on Rice Lake Saturday were all part of the game for
Photo Gallery – Port Hope Flyers Taking Part in the 2025 OBA C Elimination Finals
The 2025 OBA C Elimination Finals are taking place in the area this weekend. Twelve teams from across Ontario are
Video – Photo Gallery – Windy Weather Along the Lakeshore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oJBMC6GD28 It was a welcome change of weather on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 with strong winds coming into the area
Video – Photo Gallery – Ripley’s Aquarium – Go Once, You’ll Visit Again
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1H_bXAut-GQ Ripley’s Aquarium in Toronto is a place where every family should visit at least once. Because once you visit -
Video – Photo Gallery – Helicopter Lands on Cobourg Pier Bringing Visitors to Participate in Fishing Tournament
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1PLDL0fg2Sw As Victoria Beach was filled with visitors on Saturday, August 16, 2025 a helicopter landed on the east pier
- 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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Video – Photo Gallery – Criterium Provincial Championships in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJ4UrxiT8_0 The Criterium Provincial Championships took place in Cobourg on Saturday, August 23, 2025. The classic Tom Jehlicka Crit was brought
Photo Gallery – Port Hope Flyers Taking Part in the 2025 OBA C Elimination Finals
The 2025 OBA C Elimination Finals are taking place in the area this weekend. Twelve teams from across Ontario are
Northumberland Jacks Are 2025 22U EOBA Champions
This weekend the 22U Northumberland Jacks completed their 2025 season by participating in the 22U EOBA playoffs. After defeating
Major Series Lacrosse season over for Cobourg Kodiaks
Six straight losses to conclude the regular season eliminated the Cobourg Kodiaks from Major Series Lacrosse playoff contention. The final
Kodiaks Falls to Excelsiors in Brampton in Major Series Lacrosse Action
The Cobourg Kodiaks lost their fourth straight Major Series Lacrosse game Thursday night 16-9 to the host Brampton Excelsiors. It