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Municipality of Port Hope Appoints Fire Chief and Welcomes New Director of Protective Services
The Municipality is pleased to announce that Jeff Ogden has been selected as Fire Chief and Jason Williams has
“He Was A Light In This World That Should Not Have Been Snuffed Out” – Remembering Neil Henley
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LeIKg24qFqA Family and friends gathered on Sunday, August 7, 2022 in Cobourg's Victoria Park to remember a life lost to
Capitol Theatre Closes the 2022 Summer Season with The Musical 9 to 5
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TNrn53cTOE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YBbXTQx38_s The Capitol Theatre closes their 2022 Summer Season with 9 to 5: The Musical, directed by Artistic Producer Rob
CUPE 3019 – Safe Water for Hamilton Township
The e-mail was sent to Today's Northumberland for publication by CUPE Communications August 5, 2022 Dear Mayor Cane, Deputy Mayor Jibb,
Storm the Beach Comes to Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUT_XrAS6uM Storm The Beach, presented by Durham Ultimate Club took place on Victoria Beach in Cobourg on Saturday, August 6,
Fun for Everyone at Goatchella
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3TsNZJ7LaIU Goatchella took place at Haute Goat Farms in the Municipality of Port Hope on August 6, 2022. It was a
Fibre Glass Boat Goes Up in Flames on Rice Lake at Bewdley
(video/photos courtesy of Dennis Desmedt) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RTAclk4Tisk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OokFNfLiOWg A fibre glass boat went up in flames in Bewdley sending one person to hospital
Transport Collision Highway 401 Near Brighton
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyoQv4Yt03I Highway 401 westbound on-ramp is likely to remain closed for most of the evening and into the early morning
Breaking News – Homeless Person in Critical Condition After Being Assaulted in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNe6jwlXozQ A 59-year-old homeless man is in critical condition after being assaulted in Port Hope. On Friday, August 5, 2022 emergency
NHH Dealing with COVID-19 Admissions
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The day after Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit Medical Officer of Health Dr. Natalie
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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 – 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.
Video – Blue Jays Watch Party in Port Hope for Game 2 of the World Series
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBGGdvSsnsg For anyone planning to watch the Blue Jays this Saturday, October 25, 2025 you’re welcome to join in on
- 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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- AllBaseballHockey
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