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MNRF Removes Traps As Bear In Port Hope Has Apparently Moved On
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZcBaPy50Xo It appears the bear which may have been residing in Port Hope is gone. After seven days of no reports
CMHA – Fewer Ontarians Are Seeking Mental Health Supports During COVID-19
Fewer Ontarians are seeking mental health supports during COVID-19, but services are helping those who use them. As more details
OHT-Northumberland Gives COVID Update
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Northumberland County has been blessed with a relatively-low incidence of COVID-19 cases and no deaths, Northumberland
Port Hope Police – Municipal Land Use Restrictions Lifted
Residents are advised that the land use restrictions bordering the Ganaraska River will be lifted as of Wednesday, May
Port Hope Police – Urban Bear Up-Date
(file photos of one of two bear traps currently in Port Hope) There have been no confirmed reports of bear
GRCA to Open Conservation Areas and Ganaraska Forest in Phases
Last week the Province announced the opening of provincial parks and conservation reserves; causing some confusion amongst the public
Getting Things Back to Normal (For Now) Along The Ganaraska River in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wISQtDgMjH4&feature=youtu.be The Ganaraska River is back open and in business for anglers starting on Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Shortly after 6
Friends Brightening Up Area With Messages of Support
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iksh4BDPg5g Two children brightened up the day in the Port Hope area on Tuesday, May 12, 2020. Grace Grouette (age 12)
Port Hope Community Comes Out for Light and Love for Kristey
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZUiJUSvYKY The community of Port Hope did their best to do the impossible on Tuesday evening. Console a family with the
Loyalist College Announces $1M for Student Needs-Based Financial Assistance
Loyalist College has allocated $1M to provide students with needs-based financial assistance, required now more than ever as a
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Northumberland Paramedics strengthen Chain of Survival with AED donation to Coverdale Tennis Club
It was the first tournament of the 2025 season at Coverdale Tennis Club when Joe Palumbo suffered a cardiac
Ontario Supports Port Hope Town Recreation Centre to Improve Outdoor Accessibility and Community Inclusion
Port Hope Town Recreation Centre receives nearly $60,000 to create welcoming outdoor space for seniors, people with disabilities, and
Important Notice Regarding “Home Fire Safety Checks”
The Cobourg Fire Department/Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services urges residents to be cautious when approached by anyone offering
Northumberland County Council supports County Wide Physician Recruitment Pilot
Northumberland County will launch a two-year Physician Recruitment pilot to help address the growing local gap in access to
NHH Foundation Annual Meeting Focuses on Gratitude
(Today's Northumberland file photo) On June 18, 2025, Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH) Foundation volunteers, staff, and other guests gathered at
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Video – Second Annual Crowe’s Car Show in Alderville
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8zpkGGSZVY It was the second annual Crowe’s Car Show in Alderville on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Over 70 vehicles including hot
Northumberland United Way Celebrates “Day of Caring”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LygUvWvaMhY A number of local businesses, nonprofit community living, seniors celebrated the Northumberland United Way’s “Day of Caring” on Friday,
Video – Photo Gallery – Annual Review for Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment Royal Canadian Air Cadet Corps #88
The Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment Royal Canadian Air Cadet Corps #88 held their annual Ceremonial Review on Thursday,
Video – Terry Fox Public School “Fix-It” Students Proudly Unveil Year End Project
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4GiR-j8pVlk It was easy to see the pride of accomplishment in students from Terry Fox Public School on Thursday, June
Video – 70th Annual Ceremonial Review of 598 Sabre Squadron
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-R75u13VfcI The Annual Ceremonial Review of the 598 Sabre Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Cadets took place at the Cobourg Community
- 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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St. Mary Student Gets Full Hockey Scholarship
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Following graduation day at St. Mary Secondary School next week, boom! Sophie Harold is outta here
91-Year-Old Achieves Bronze Medal in PickleBall Tournament
Cobourg resident Bob Carson was the oldest athlete of more than 250 participants from across Ontario who competed in
Port Hope Youth Competing at 2025 Bell Canadian Swimming Trials in British Columbia
A 17-year-old Port Hope youth is competing at the 2025 Bell Canadian Swimming Trials in Victoria, British Columbia this
Video – Sprints Highlight a Night of Racing at Brighton Speedway
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OE_JAaqROtQ Empire Super Sprints First Visit to Brighton The dirt track at Brighton Speedway saw some action on the last chilly
Wakely Advances with Barrie Colts in OHL Playoffs
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Port Hope’s Dalyn Wakely and the Barrie Colts have advanced to the Ontario Hockey League’s Eastern