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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
Update – Cobourg Transit Bus Fixed and Back on the Road
A Cobourg transit bus that was casting out a smokey cloud of exhaust was fixed and placed back on
Video – Summer Camp Program at the YMCA in Cobourg Dealing with Encampment
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b09-oeKNlEg Officials at the Summer Camp program at YMCA Northumberland have been dealing with a number of homeless at an
Video – Cobourg Transit Muffler Mayhem
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJImm-w0KZ8 A resident sent Today's Northumberland a short video of a Cobourg Transit bus that looked in need of mechanical
Video – Busy Day for Cobourg Fire Department
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8qkaXS147Q Busy day for Cobourg Fire Department attending a number of calls. On Wednesday, August 13, 2025, firefighters attended a severed
Hamilton Township Issues Water Ban on All Outdoor Use for Residents of Baltimore and Camborne
This summer, the Township of Hamilton and much of Northumberland County are experiencing prolonged dry conditions and significantly lower-than-average
Municipality of Port Hope Receives Grant from Enbridge Gas for Climate Action Initiatives
For the second year in a row, Enbridge Gas is recognizing the Municipality of Port Hope for its leadership
Winners of the 15th annual Mayors’ Keep Northumberland County Clean Challenge
Northumberland County has announced the winners of the 15th annual ‘Mayors’ Keep the County Clean Challenge’ – an initiative
Ontario Doubling Fire Protection Grant to Protect More Firefighters
Province helping to expand cancer prevention initiatives and improve safety for lithium-ion battery related emergencies As part of its plan
City of Belleville and Senators Announce Extension of Lease Agreement
The City of Belleville and Belleville Senators Owner Michael Andlauer are proud to announce a three-year lease extension, keeping
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Video – Habitat for Humanity Northumberland Dedicates Home to Cobourg Family
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nc92XmwRyCQ On Thursday November 13th, 2025, Habitat for Humanity Northumberland board members, volunteers and staff joined community members, neighbours, and
Video – Photo Gallery – Cobourg is Putting the Magic in Christmas
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=owki8jfjXts A flurry of activities are taking place throughout Cobourg as town staff are putting the magic in Christmas. Manager of
Ontario Launching Road Safety Initiatives Fund
Province supporting proven traffic-calming measures in school zones and community safety zones while keeping costs down for drivers The Ontario
Alnwick/Haldimand Staff Can Proceed with RFP for Grafton Arena Repairs Project
Two weeks later than it could have happened, Alnwick/Haldimand Township council gave staff the go ahead to issue a
Cobourg Council – Cobourg Council Takes the Pledge
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Cobourg council voted to take the Elect Respect pledge at Wednesday's special meeting. With fewer people voting
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Video – Habitat for Humanity Northumberland Dedicates Home to Cobourg Family
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nc92XmwRyCQ On Thursday November 13th, 2025, Habitat for Humanity Northumberland board members, volunteers and staff joined community members, neighbours, and
Video – Cobourg Celebrates Completion of Elevated Tank and Booster Pumping Station
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13vk007LRjI $3.6 million investment from Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program’s (ICIP) Green Infrastructure Stream The Town of Cobourg and Lakefront Utilities Services
Video – Photo Gallery – Remembrance Services Held at the Port Hope Cenotaph
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IojLQj_N3QY In a moving ceremony, Remembrance day services were held at the Port Hope cenotaph on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. The
Video – Photo Gallery – Alderville Remembrance Service
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yKqeXhI5aQs The Alderville First Nation Remembrance Service took place on Sunday, November 9, 2025. With snow blowing across the roadway carried
Video – Multi-Vehicle Collision Closes Highway 401 East of Grafton
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N9bP9tu4W5M A busy day for emergency services dealing with numerous collision around Northumberland County on Sunday, November 9, 2025. Two people
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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