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HKPR District Health Unit Health Unit Offers Tips on Power-Outage Safety
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland With power still out in sections of its coverage area, the Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District
Update – KPRDSB School Closures for Wednesday May 25
From KPRDSB We extend our sincere thanks to municipal partners, and the many emergency services and hydro workers for their
Northumberland OPP/Port Hope Police – Foul Play Not Suspected At This Time Regarding Woman’s Death
Foul Play Not Suspected At This Time, Investigators Request Public Assistance The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)
Pedal for Hope Visits Northumberland Hills Hospital
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QkdqYjdmP5k For the first time in two years Pedal for Hope rode into Northumberland County. Pedal for Hope is a group
As A Result of Storm There Are A Number of School Closures in the Peterborough, Northumberland and Quinte West Areas for Tuesday, May 24
In consideration of the following: continued power outages; recommendations in some regions to avoid unnecessary travel; safe school facility
Cultivate Festival “Launch” Takes Over Memorial Park in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7qtu_5JI4uE Cultivate Festival's "Launch" took over Memorial Park in Port Hope on Saturday, May 21, 2022. For most of the event
Ganaraska Forest Closed Until Further Notice After Storm Causes “Severe Damage”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_b1EPDMBD8 Ganaraska Forest is closed until further notice after Saturday’s brief, but fierce storm. With winds as strong as 132 kph
Clean Up Continues But Still Without Power in Areas Affected By Yesterday’s Storm in Northumberland County
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4eOvNqZOP00 It will take days or long to fully restore power to areas affected by Saturday’s storm. Winds up to 132
Jack Burger Sports Complex Open For Those Still Without Power
Municipality of Port Hope has advised if anyone without power is in need of a shower or services as
Get Set to Play Volleyball at Cobourg Beach This Summer
By Jeff Gard/Today's Northumberland Beach volleyball is returning to Cobourg this summer. A variety of league options are available to youth
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Freedom of Information Request Shows Cause of Delayed Response by Fire Service to Police Officer Overcome by Fentanyl Was Dispatcher Error
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Today’s Northumberland received a response to a Freedom of Information request to the Town of Cobourg
Cobourg Winter Parking Regulations in Effect as of November 1, 2025
(Today's Northumberland file photo) The Town of Cobourg would like to remind all residents that winter parking bylaws will take
Operation Red Nose, Your Safe Ride Home for the Holidays for a 30th Campaign
On Tuesday, November 4, 2025, Operation Red Nose is launching its 30th safe ride campaign in Ontario, opening a
Port Hope Police Bring Cost Savings Back to Council
The Port Hope Police Board presented its draft 2026 budget to council last month and was asked to find
Christmas at The Colborne Art Gallery
By Rosanne Dolan, Colborne Art Gallery artist and liaison The final art exhibition of 2025 at the Colborne Art Gallery
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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
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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