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Cobourg’s Largest Protest Ever Attracts Upwards of 700 People Marching In Solidarity Against Police Violence
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IG5HkBEBFLc&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fAE61aFyz9c&feature=youtu.be It was the largest protest in memory in Cobourg as upwards of 700 people took to the streets of
Salvation Army is Still on the Job
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The COVID-19 pandemic has forced the local Salvation Army organization to suspend some services and tweak
Legion Calls for Action on Long-Term-Care Facilities
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s Northumberland Damning reports on conditions in Ontario long-term-care homes by members of the military Joint Task Force
Young Participants Sought as Research Continues for Local U of T Student
Story by Jeff Gard A local University of Toronto student is involved in a research project that studies how children
Statement from Durham Police Chief Regarding “Events” Around the Globe
June 3, 2020 Community members, Like you, we have been greatly impacted by the events happening around the globe. What took
HKPR District Health Unit – Two Local COVID-19 Outbreaks Declared Over
The local public health unit today is providing an update on the COVID-19 outbreaks in its area. The Haliburton, Kawartha,
Ontario Dental Association Shares Reopening Plans
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland After 12 weeks of restrictions, Ontario’s dentists got the green light last night to begin planning
Cobourg Council Votes Unanimously to Close Victoria Beach
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EigLUn_P3Go&feature=youtu.be By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland In a special meeting Monday, Cobourg council voted unanimously to close the Victoria Park beach through
Pride Month Kicks Off In Cobourg and Northumberland County
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5dsDiMUu_yk&feature=youtu.be June is Pride Month and the town of Cobourg and Cobourg Police kicked off the month with two ceremonies
One Person Sent to Hospital Following House Fire in Hamilton Township
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxME9o2_v_0&feature=youtu.be One person was taken to hospital following a house fire in Hamilton Township on Sunday, May 31, 2020. Hamilton Township
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Video – Queenies Toy Drive Marks 15th Year with Goal of Collecting Up to 4,000 Toys
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uflMB2VTd6U The spirit of giving is once again taking centre stage in Port Hope as Queenies Bake Shop launches its
Death of Inmate from Warkworth Institution
(Today's Northumberland file photo) On November 12, 2026, an inmate from Warkworth Institution died while in our custody. The individual’s
Cease of Admissions Order Issued Against New Golden Plough Lodge
The Ontario Ministry of Long-Term Care has issued a Cease of Admissions order against the newly opened Golden Plough
Peterborough County Disappointed by Paramedic Strike Notice and Remains Committed to Reaching an Agreement
CUPE Local 4911 has served notice that Peterborough County paramedics will go on strike starting at 6:00 a.m. on
33rd Annual Light Up a Life Campaign Launches Across Northumberland
Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH) Foundation’s 33rd annual Light Up a Life fundraising campaign launches this week, with appeal letters
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Video – Photo Gallery – Parks Canada Undertaking a Major Rehabilitation of Peterborough Canal Dams and Lift Lock
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1HKZSrslxDU A major rehabilitation project is underway for the canal dams and the historic Peterborough Lift Lock as Parks Canada
Video – Photo Gallery – Canton Remembrance Day Service Honours Those Who Served and Sacrificed
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MR1W6zsaszc A Remembrance Day service in Canton brought members of the community together on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, to honour
Video – Photo Gallery – More Than 500 Gather in Cobourg to Remember and Honour Those Who Served
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZTDhjwzrjA More than 500 people gathered in Victoria Park in Cobourg on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, to honour the men
Exclusive – Northumberland County CAO Letter to Cobourg Mayor Raises Questions About Operations at 310 Division Street
(Photos from public meeting at Trinity United Church on November 5, 2026) Today’s Northumberland seeks confirmation of authenticity of letter
Video – Photo Gallery – Alderville First Nation Honours Veterans at Annual Armistice Service
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RFx6ku9EzjI Veterans, community members, dignitaries and representatives from across the region gathered Sunday, November 8, 2026, as Alderville First Nation
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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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Strong Starts Continue for Northumberland’s GMHL teams
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Northumberland County’s teams continue to make an early-season statement in the Greater Metro Jr. A Hockey League,
Cobourg Cougars Winning Streak Extends to Nine Games
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Cobourg Cougars earned back-to-back victories Sunday and Monday over the Toronto Warriors to extend their Ontario
Cougars Rally to Defeat Toronto Warriors on the Road
Jeff Gard/Today's Northumberland The Cobourg Cougars overcame a two-goal deficit in the first period to defeat the host Toronto Warriors
Video – Photo Gallery – Whelan Enjoys Special Homecoming as Windsor Spitfires Defeat Peterborough Petes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tqon0q5FhmA For 16-year-old Lauchlan Whelan, Thursday night was about as close to playing in his hometown arena as he could
West Northumberland U15 BB Wild win host Halloween Havoc tournament
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The West Northumberland Wild U15 BB team captured the division championship at its host Halloween Havoc tournament