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Update on Personnel Injured in Canadian Forces Base Wainwright Incident
In the days following the tragic incident on October 17, 2026, at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Wainwright, the Canadian
Canadian Armed Forces Provides Update on Incident at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright
Following the tragic fire incident at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright on October 17, 2026, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF)
Canadian Army Reserve Co-Operative Education Opportunity
The Hastings and Prince Edward Regiment is accepting applications from secondary school students for a paid Canadian Armed Forces
Video – Canada Child Benefit Payments Increase for 2026-27, Bringing More Support to Families
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kq-8guxM-5w Millions of Canadian families are receiving a boost to their household budgets as increased Canada Child Benefit (CCB) payments
Port Hope Pioneer Receives Order of Canada Honours
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland A Port Hope pioneer turned up in the latest Order of Canada list, as Rod Stewart
Statement from MP Philip Lawrence on Shadow Cabinet Appointment
Philip Lawrence, Member of Parliament for Northumberland—Clarke, released the following statement regarding the new Conservative Shadow Cabinet announced today: “I
Government of Canada ‘Actively Engaged’ in Case of Cobourg Man Held in Dubai
Northumberland–Clarke MP Philip Lawrence says the federal government is continuing to monitor the case of a Cobourg man who
Former Cobourg Resident Imprisoned in Dubai Fears Extradition to South Sudan Could Be a Death Sentence
Hope is fading for a former resident of Cobourg imprisoned in Dubai who fears extradition to South Sudan could
Government of Canada to Procure New Aircraft for the Iconic Canadian Forces Snowbirds
(Today's Northumberland file photo) The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, announced today a commitment to purchase a
Military Police Lay Charges in Relation to the Death of a CAF member
(Photo - Petty Officer 2nd Class (PO 2) Gregory Applin) On April 15, 2026, the Canadian Forces Military Police (CF
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Video – Fishing Gear Seized After Anglers Charged in the Municipality of Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1PRV0M727Xk Three anglers had their fishing gear seized in the Municipality of Port Hope on Thursday, November 5, 2026. A Ministry
Video – Photo Gallery – Cobourg’s Largest Christmas Tree Arrives Along Waterfront Ahead of Christmas Magic
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0m0Seg-vOUY Christmas is beginning to take shape along Cobourg’s waterfront as the town’s largest Christmas tree was put into place
Town of Cobourg Seeking Applications for Local Library and Police Boards
The Town of Cobourg Legislative Services Division is seeking local citizens to fill vacancies on the Cobourg Public Library
Video – New Veterans Walkway Honours Those who Served in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HH5FxCZzgl4 A new Veterans Walkway has been installed at the Augusta Street and Queen Street crosswalk in Port Hope, providing
Northumberland OPP Hosting Auxiliary Recruitment Information Session
The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is inviting community-minded individuals to learn more about serving their
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Video – Photo Gallery – Cobourg’s Largest Christmas Tree Arrives Along Waterfront Ahead of Christmas Magic
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0m0Seg-vOUY Christmas is beginning to take shape along Cobourg’s waterfront as the town’s largest Christmas tree was put into place
Photo Gallery – Chasing Sunsets and Making Memories Along Cobourg’s Waterfront
It seems as though the world comes alive at the end of the day. Whether it's a walk along the
Video – National Silver Cross Mother Also Served with Distinction
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ScLyEmNpCQk By Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s Northumberland The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133 in Cobourg had a special visitor Monday night – the
Video – Photo Gallery – Over 500 Pumpkins Line Lent’s Lane for Annual Pumpkin Parade in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NG3ZKIXR9aM There were 548 pumpkins collected for the annual Pumpkin Parade in downtown Port Hope on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Held
Video – Photo Gallery – Fleming College Paramedic Students Gain Hands-On Experience During Vehicle Extrication Training in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hk3eu1rtDZQ Twenty-five students from Sir Sandford Fleming College’s Paramedic Program got a hands-on lesson in what it takes to work
- 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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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
Video – Photo Gallery – Northumberland Stars Remain Undefeated After Hard-Fought Battle Against Brighton Vikings
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMgboo5XFgU The Northumberland Stars kept their undefeated record intact Friday night, October 23, after defeating the Brighton Vikings in a
Cobourg Cougars Drop Dukes to Continue Strong Play
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland After tallying eight goals during a road win Saturday in Aurora, the Cobourg Cougars netted nine more
Undefeated Northumberland Stars, Brighton Vikings Set to Meet Friday in Colborne
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Two undefeated teams from neighbouring communities will put their perfect Greater Metro Jr. A Hockey League records
Cobourg Cougars Edge Lindsay Muskies in Home Opener
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland It was a fresh start for the new Cobourg Cougars in front of their home fans Monday