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Cobourg East Community Secondary Plan Update and Schedule “C” Municipal Class Environmental Assessment
The Town of Cobourg would like to advise residents of work taking place for the Cobourg East Community Secondary
Enbridge Gas Ontario Assists Belleville Fire & Emergency Services in Supporting Firefighter Training
Enbridge Gas Ontario (Enbridge Gas) is helping Belleville Fire & Emergency Services purchase firefighting training materials, through Safe Community
Ontario Invests $200,000 to Deliver New Pump Track in Port Hope
Ontario Trillium Foundation grant brings new recreation infrastructure for families and youth in Port Hope. On Friday, November 28, 2025
Cobourg Police Chief Launches “Review” After Questionable Images Posted on Social Media
Cobourg Police have launched a “review” after two images posted on social media have raised concerns. Today’s Northumberland was sent
Community Care Northumberland Invites Community to Give $100 of Care on GivingTuesday
December 2, 2025 marks GivingTuesday, the world’s largest generosity movement, a global day dedicated to celebrating giving and supporting
Port Hope Rotary Club Secures Significant Physician Recruitment Investment
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The Rotary Club of Port Hope has directed an anonymous donor's contribution to
Video – Busy Weekend for Northumberland Fare Share Food Bank
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=veCHSs6SDeA It’s been a busy few days for the Northumberland Fare Share Food Bank, but the need is still there. Meghan
Cobourg Council Debates Following Budget Estimate Presentation From Police Chief
Cobourg Police Chief Paul VandeGraaf appeared before council Monday afternoon to explain the 20.5% budget increase estimate and the
Cobourg Mayor Announces Successful Library Budget Negotiations
Mayor Cleveland is pleased to announce a successful outcome in budget discussions with the Cobourg Public Library. Thanks to constructive
‘Toys for Tickets’ Program in Port Hope
The Municipality of Port Hope is pleased to announce the new ‘Toys for Tickets’ program, offering residents a chance
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Video – A Number of People Enjoy the First Day of 2026 on Rice Lake
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ph_EeQ-r_kY Beautiful day to start the year on Rice Lake, just off Bewdley on January 1, 2026. Two anglers took the
Video – Photo Gallery – Special Moments for Father and Son on Caroline Street Rink
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PF36rjnqj5Y A number of people took the opportunity to enjoy the Caroline Street Rink in Port Hope on the first
First Baby of the New Year Born at Northumberland Hills Hospital
Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH) has welcomed its first baby of the new year! Born to Hayley Boivin and Nate Hladysh
Video – Group of Cobourg Friends Start 2026 Off with a Polar Dip
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yiTGifh_s28 A group of friends started the year off taking a brief dip in Lake Ontario on January 1, 2026. Cobourg
Video – Photo Gallery – First Night Celebrations in Cobourg Kick Off The New Year
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XY6b765MCE0 It was a beautiful winter’s evening to celebrate Cobourg’s First Night Celebrations on December 31, 2025. There were so many
- Photo Galleries
Video – A Number of People Enjoy the First Day of 2026 on Rice Lake
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ph_EeQ-r_kY Beautiful day to start the year on Rice Lake, just off Bewdley on January 1, 2026. Two anglers took the
Video – Photo Gallery – Special Moments for Father and Son on Caroline Street Rink
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PF36rjnqj5Y A number of people took the opportunity to enjoy the Caroline Street Rink in Port Hope on the first
Video – Photo Gallery – First Night Celebrations in Cobourg Kick Off The New Year
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XY6b765MCE0 It was a beautiful winter’s evening to celebrate Cobourg’s First Night Celebrations on December 31, 2025. There were so many
Video – Photo Gallery – Picturesque Sunset Along Cobourg Pier
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGvmUXvkOTw The wind was whipping up Lake Ontario, but it was a beautiful sunset on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 in
Video – Photo Gallery – Special Guests Brought In for St. Peter’s Anglican Church Christmas Eve Service
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXFjjyYkBOI There were a few extra guests at the St. Peter’s Anglican Church Christmas Eve Service in Cobourg. To be precise,
- 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
- Sports
- AllBaseballHockey
Cobourg Cougars Head Into New Year with Lengthy Losing Streak
The Cobourg Cougars junior A hockey club will look to reverse its fortunes after the calendar flips to 2026. Following
Port Hope’s Owen Beck Scores First NHL Goal
(Photo courtesy of Montreal Canadiens) In his 21st NHL game, Port Hope’s Owen Beck scored the first goal of his
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