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Salmon Run in Port Hope Well Underway in the Ganaraska River
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z-MuXHicINE It's safe to say that the 2022 salmon run has started on the Ganaraska River in Port Hope. On Wednesday,
Ship Headed to Churchill Stops In Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GqA9Owx1KtI The ship Matonabee pulled into Cobourg Marina on Wednesday, August 17, 2022. The newly built ship was built at Hike
“Highly Destructive” Insect That Kills Hemlock Trees Located Near Grafton
Canadian Food Inspection Agency The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has confirmed the presence of hemlock woolly adelgid in several hemlock
Northumberland Hills Hospital “No Exception” to the National Shortage of Staff Says CEO
Today’s Northumberland reached out to Northumberland Hills Hospital concerning their staffing levels and if they are short in area
No Injuries Following House Fire in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RIVPYeP-Xmk Damage is estimated at $50,000 following a early morning house fire in Cobourg on Monday, August 15, 2022. At approximately
Cobourg Garden Club Holds Their Annual Summer Flower Show and Tea
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqdHzIRbuDs The Cobourg Garden Club held their annual Summer Flower Show and Tea on Saturday, August 13, 2022. Members were encouraged
Thousands of People Attend 2022 Northumberland Ribfest
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SL5paE1XTEI The 2022 Northumberland Ribfest wrapped up on Sunday afternoon in Cobourg’s Victoria Park. Starting on Friday, the three-day event was
Northumberland OPP – Two People Killed in Plane Crash in Rural Port Hope
Members from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with Fire and Northumberland Emergency Medical Services
Fire Crews Dispatched To Beyond The Blue Box in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SEEX3oovPA Cobourg Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire on Friday, August 12, 2022 at Beyond the Blue Box
Possible Bear Sighting in Downtown Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHyk515R3v4 A Cobourg man was shocked when he looked at his security video on Saturday, August 13, 2022. With a security
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- Local News
Video – 15-Minute Delay by Cobourg Fire Department Responding to VSA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9gwuW4Dhp8 Today’s Northumberland has learned it took fire crews 15-minutes to respond to a person who was vital signs absent
Port Hope Teacher Pleads Guilty to Sexual Offenses Involving Minors
By: Dan Jones, Northumberland 89.7 FM News, Local Journalism Initiative. WARNING: This story contains graphic depictions of sexual misconduct involving
Upgrades to William Street Bridge in Cobourg Continue
Work continues on the upgraded William Street bridge in Cobourg which includes several different sections that are constructed at
Municipality of Brighton to Transition Away from Automated Speed Enforcement Program
The Municipality of Brighton remains committed to enhancing public safety and protecting persons using its municipal roadways. In response
Members of the Canadian Armed Forces Flying in for Port Hope Remembrance Day Services
(Today's Northumberland file photo) On Tuesday, November 11, 2025, members of Branch 30 of the Royal Canadian Legion Port Hope will
- Photo Galleries
Video – Driver Walks Away from Spectacular Collision in Hamilton Township
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1IcrpQtiow Emergency services couldn’t believe the driver of a pickup truck walked away virtually uninjured from a collision in Hamilton
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.
- 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
- Sports
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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