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Spring Is In The Air Near Grafton
Spring seems to be in the air south of Grafton with a number of waterfowl spotted on Sunday, March
Cobourg Police Service Will Transition to a Mask-Friendly Environment
Mask will be optional for visitors to the Cobourg Police Service starting March 21 As of Monday, March 21, 2021,
Cobourg Fire Department Holds Annual Ice Water Training and Rescue at Cobourg Harbour
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fXx2D11Gz4s Members of the Cobourg Fire Department held their annual ice water training at the Cobourg Harbour on Saturday, March
Breaking News – Northumberland OPP – Charges Laid in Fatal Collision
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLCRoBHh-Pg Members of Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently on scene investigating a fatal collision involving
Downtown Cobourg Restaurant Closed Temporarily Due to COVID
Today’s Northumberland noticed a sign on the door of a downtown business in Cobourg stating it was closed due
HKPR District Board Meeting – HKPR Establishes Colour-Coded COVID Response System
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland A four-stage colour-coded COVID-response system compiled by the Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit is
HKPR District Board Meeting – HKPR Ramps Up Environmental Services
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland With the focus on COVID-19 easing somewhat at the Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit,
HKPR District Board Meeting – COVID Swells HKPR Budget
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Budgeting during what is hoped to be the waning days of a pandemic, when there is
Northumberland Hills Hospital Updates Visitor Policy
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland With key public-health and health-system indicators continuing to improve – and key public-health guidelines being lifted
Cobourg Police Hold Morning After St. Paddy’s Day RIDE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rpZBfOodGls A Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program was conducted by the Cobourg Police Service early this morning until noon
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Community Care Northumberland’s Ninth Annual Adopt a Grandparent Program Begins
For the ninth consecutive year, Community Care Northumberland will support seniors throughout the county this holiday season through the organization’s
The Capitol Theatre in Port Hope Announces 2026 Season
10 Canadian shows, five world premieres, three musicals, and more! Rob Kempson, Artistic Director of The Capitol Theatre Port Hope,
Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie Campaign Supports Northumberland Humane Society
Cobourg & Colborne stores join together November 17–23 to help local animals in need The Northumberland Humane Society (NHS) is
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
Update – CN Officials Say Trains Had “Mechanical Issues” in Colborne
A CN Rail spokesperson said that two trains had "mechanical issues in Colborne starting on Sunday, November 2, 2025. “At
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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