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OPP – Majority of More Than 4,200 Transport Truck Crashes Preventable
Ahead of the Operation Safe Driver campaign, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is citing careless and aggressive driving as
Cobourg Public Library Announces Pop-Up Library at Baltimore Community Centre
"We’re thrilled to announce a new pop-up Library at the Baltimore Community Centre," said CEO Tammy Robinson. "We welcome everyone
City of Kawartha Lakes OPP – Drowning on Burnt River
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Members of the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a
Lakeside Antique & Classic Car Show Comes to Victoria Park in Cobourg
The 26th Lakeside Antique & Classic Car Show was held in Victoria Park in Cobourg on Saturday, July 9,
Alderville First Nation Pow Wow Back After COVID Hiatus
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLx89h-eU2c The 26th annual Traditional Pow Wow was held on Saturday, July 9, 2022 in Alderville. It’s the first time the
Vehicle Collides with Building in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4GFg3d7TxZQ There were no injuries after a vehicle struck a building in Cobourg on Saturday, July 9, 2022. At approximately 10
Pedestrian Airlifted to Toronto Trauma Centre After Being Struck By Vehicle
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azfyvbECiUI One person was airlifted to a Toronto trauma centre after being struck by a vehicle on County Road 28,
Municipality of Port Hope Breaks Ground on Town Park Recreation Centre Expansion Project
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlIpt7S0tNI Members of Council for the Municipality of Port Hope were joined by MP Philip Lawrence and MPP David Piccini
Captiol Theatre’s Production of “Stag & Doe” Is A Small-Town Telenovela
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQQrHHWryRw By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland It may take place in a typical small-town Ontario setting, but the comedy mishaps in Stag
NHH Foundation Celebrates Most Successful Fundraising Year to Date
On June 22, 2022, Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH) Foundation volunteers, staff, and other guests gathered for the Foundation’s Annual
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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
Belleville Police – Adopt-a-Child / Keep Kids Warm Program Wraps Up Another Successful Season
The 2025 Adopt-a-Child / Keep Kids Warm program has officially wrapped up for the season, marking another tremendous year
Video – Enbridge Gas Ontario teams up with Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services to Reduce Fire and Carbon Monoxide Deaths through Safe Community Project Zero
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ayToJV-BS5E On Wednesday, November 5, 2025, Enbridge Gas Ontario (Enbridge Gas), the Fire Marshal’s Public Fire Safety Council (FMPFSC) and
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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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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