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Peterborough County OPP – Youth Charged After Causing Disturbance
A 16-year-old youth is facing multiple charges after causing a disturbance at a motel in Peterborough County. On Thursday December
Ontario Marks National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
Friday, December 6, 2024, Michael Parsa, Minister of Children, Community and Social Services, and Charmaine Williams, Associate Minister of
NHH Benefits from Strong Support by Its Foundation and Auxiliary
By Cecilia Nasmith/Northumberland 89.7 FM/Today's Northumberland The two retail outlets run by the Northumberland Hills Hospital Auxiliary continue to bring
Update – Cobourg Police Service Board Update on Anonymous Complaint
The Cobourg Police Service Board (CPSB) has received a response from the Inspectorate of Policing regarding an anonymous complaint
Successful Search for Missing Hunter in Brighton Township
A successful outcome after a multi-agency search for a missing hunter in Brighton Township on Thursday, December 5, 2024. “It
Video – Christmas Light Show at Fellowship Baptist Church in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lt0kc6K3Jfc The annual Christmas light show at the Fellowship Baptist Church (FBC) has started in Cobourg as of December 1,
Video – Brookside Encampment Finally Being Removed
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7b2PAJtRnJM The Brookside property which has been housing an encampment for 15-months in Cobourg is finally being cleaned up. The property
Video – Christmas in the Old Bailey Courtroom in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FT2aIqJv5Mk The tradition continues with poinsettias filling the Old Bailey Courtroom just inside Victoria Hall in Cobourg.
Premier Ford Sends Letter to Mayors Concerning Challenges Communities Are Facing Concerning Homelessness
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Premier Doug Ford released a statement on Thursday, December 5, 2024 concerning encampments. The statement came as
The Merger of HKPR District Health Unit and Peterborough Public Health Moves Forward
The legal merger of both health units into a single entity will take effect January 1, 2025. The Boards of
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Light Up a Life Campaign Raises Record-Breaking Funds
Incredible community support has propelled Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH) Foundation’s annual Light Up a Life campaign to new heights,
Town of Cobourg Temporary Respite Locations for Bitterly Cold Weekend
(Today's Northumberland file photo) The Town of Cobourg would like to inform residents cold temperatures are expected overnight Friday, January
Lakelands Public Health Urges Caution as Severe Cold Weather Approaches
Cold Warning Issued as Temperature Drops Lakelands Public Health is issuing a Cold Warning for the County of Haliburton, the
Coroner’s Inquest Announced After Fatal Police Shooting in 2021
(Today's Northumberland file photos) Dr. Armita Rahmani, Regional Supervising Coroner, East Region, Kingston Office, has announced that an inquest will
Police Will Be Freezing for a Reason at the 2026 Polar Plunge on March 22
Cobourg Police Service, Port Hope Police Service, and Community Living & Respite Northumberland once again team up to support
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Video – Photo Gallery – A Memorable Canadian Winter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DYIR5kDtiE Another dousing of the white stuff kept emergency services busy throughout Northumberland County on Monday, January 19, 2026. Numerous vehicles
Video – Photo Gallery – No Injuries After Transport Collides with Antique Store North of Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_M7La7LIdvs There were no injuries after a transport truck struck a pickup truck before slamming into a antique Store in
Video – Photo Gallery – Memorable Winter in Northumberland County
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jg8pmC7bhQo It’s been a memorable winter for those who enjoy the outdoors in Northumberland County. The area has been inundated with
Video – Photo Gallery – Brian McFarlane Showcases Art, Talks Hockey in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ij9yzueUTHg Legendary hockey broadcaster Brian McFarlane was on hand at the Northumberland Arts Gallery & Shop in Port Hope on
Video – Photo Gallery – Memorable Wedding Photos on Cobourg Pier
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7EBaPJOqFk It was a beautiful day for a wedding on Friday, January 9, 2026 in Cobourg. A Peterborough couple came down
- 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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Local Players in OHL U16 Showcase in Peterborough This Week
Trent Clow and Lauchlan Whelan will compete Tuesday and Wednesday at the Ontario Hockey League’s U16 Top Prospects Showcase
Current Competes at World Cross Country Running Championships, Signs Nike Contract
Kate Current, originally from Precious Corners just north of Cobourg, competed for Canada in the mixed relay at the
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