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Video – Cobourg Mayor Comments on Post Consumer Plant Closure
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r7DzqEm_-o8 Cobourg Mayor Lucas Cleveland said he saddened to learn on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 that Post Consumer Brands Cereal
Breaking News – Video – Four Fire Departments on Scene of Fire at AkzoNobel in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFwz3qxmtsY (Some photos by Kit Pitcher) It’s unknown the amount of damage after a structure fire at a Port Hope factory
Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario Responds to American Tariffs
The following is a statement from the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) on tariffs imposed by the U.S.
Cobourg Council Committee Learns More About Dredging
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s Northumberland As the annual dredging will soon begin in Cobourg, Director of Community Services
Video – Canadian Actor Ryan Reynolds Requests Name Change of “Pond” Arena
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kjINo5rHY4k By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland At Wednesday's meeting of Cobourg council's Community Services, Protection and Economic Development Standing Committee, Ryan Reynolds
Ontario Proposing to Expand Strong Mayor Powers to Municipalities Including Cobourg, Port Hope, Brighton and Trent Hills
Expansion will help municipalities deliver on provincial priorities like building homes and infrastructure Ontario is proposing to expand strong mayor
Breaking News – Post Announces Closing of Cobourg Plant
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c1A8ii3BT40 Post Holdings, Inc. a consumer packaged goods holding company, today announced plans to close two of its Post Consumer
Volunteer Opportunities at Northumberland Hills Hospital
Do you know someone who wants to make a difference in hospital care? Point them to our growing Patient and
Cobourg’s Annual Spring Rainbow Trout Fish Lift Planned for Saturday (weather permitting)
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Cobourg’s Annual Spring Rainbow Trout Fish lift is planned ( weather permitting) for Saturday April 12th. Each
Crew Looking for Potential Film Locations in Cobourg
Reunion MA Production Inc. contacted the Town with interest in filming in Cobourg. The crew is working with Community Services
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Video – Cobourg Council – Renaming Will Result in the Grace Bowen Arena
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8edkgVxvcb0 By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Cobourg council has voted at its April meeting to proceed with a renaming of the smaller
Video – Poemtown Unveils “Picnic on Poetry” in Victoria Park
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QS-U7u0-bUQ The unveiling of Picnic on Poetry was held in Victoria Park in Cobourg on Monday, April 28, 2025. On Friday,
Municipality of Port Hope Honoured with 2024 Community Preparedness Award
The Municipality of Port Hope is proud to announce that it has been awarded the 2024 Community Preparedness Award
Goheen Will Re-Engage with His Community
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland As returns drifted in, there were times of real optimism at Dalewood Golf
Coincidence that County Having Monthly Business Survey Around 310 Division Street?
Businesses invited to share feedback on local impacts of shelter services Northumberland County is launching a new monthly online survey
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Video – Poemtown Unveils “Picnic on Poetry” in Victoria Park
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QS-U7u0-bUQ The unveiling of Picnic on Poetry was held in Victoria Park in Cobourg on Monday, April 28, 2025. On Friday,
Video – Reservists Train with Members of the Hamilton Township Fire Department
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjNx-01oVYY A training exercise involving 31 Canadian Brigade Group of the Canadian Army Reserve from London, Ontario, took place over
Northumberland OPP – Drug Trafficking Charges Following Warrants (Names Released)
Police have seized drugs, firearms, and various other drug trafficking related items following search warrants executed at locations in
Wakely and Miedema to Meet in Game 7 with OHL Clubs
(Photo gallery) The second-round Ontario Hockey League playoff series between the Kingston Frontenacs and Barrie Colts is heading to a
Video – Cobourg Mayor Hires Security for His Downtown Store That Is Now Listed for Sale
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-VzdS3OXH1Q A downtown store owner says having security guards at his business periodically is for the protection of his staff
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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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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
Wakely and Miedema to Meet in Game 7 with OHL Clubs
(Photo gallery) The second-round Ontario Hockey League playoff series between the Kingston Frontenacs and Barrie Colts is heading to a
Local Players Facing Off in OHL Playoff Series
Cobourg’s Ethan Miedema of the Kingston Frontenacs and Port Hope’s Dalyn Wakely of the Barrie Colts are currently squaring
Video – 17th Annual Port Hope Firefighters Association Hockey Tournament
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxPUhl56_Ck The 17th annual Port Hope Firefighters Association Hockey Tournament kicked off on Friday night at the Jack Burger Sports
Video – Old Puckers Raise Money for Ed’s House
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jFisEpWoMVo A special presentation was held at the Cobourg Community Centre on Friday, March 28, 2025 before a charity hockey