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Hamilton Township Votes for Councillor Positions; Mayor and Deputy Acclaimed
By Jeff Gard/Today's Northumberland Two councillors have been re-elected in Hamilton Township and a former one is returning. Residents were only
Sandra Arthur Elected New Mayor of Cramahe Township
Jeff Gard/Today's Northumberland After serving three consecutive terms as deputy mayor, Sandra Arthur has been elected as Cramahe Township’s new
New-Look Northumberland County Council Following Municipal Elections
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Only three current members of Northumberland County council will return for the 2026-2030 term. County council is formed
Video – Lucas Cleveland Re-Elected Cobourg Mayor as Adam Bureau Wins Deputy Mayor Race
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fe-wxTsae1g Cleveland secures second term with 4,524 votes as voters elect three new councillors and send a message to town
SIU Concludes Investigation into Kingston Collision Between Civilian Vehicle and Police Cruiser
In the morning of June 27, 2026, a civilian vehicle and police cruiser became involved in a collision in
Cobourg Police Service Pauses Use of Crime Stoppers
The Cobourg Police Service (CPS) is aware of a cybersecurity incident involving Navigate360, the third-party provider of the P3
Video – Ghosts, Goblins and Ghouls Take Over Downtown Cobourg for Halloween Trick-or-Treat
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=emFysZ1mt_Q Downtown Cobourg was transformed into a Halloween spectacle on Saturday, October 24, as ghosts, goblins, witches and an assortment
Video – Photo Gallery – World Snooker Champion Cliff Thorburn Delights Legion Members in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNrU4Dzkgv8 ‘The Grinder’ shares stories from a legendary career, performs trick shots and reflects on a lifetime in snooker A world
Statement from Acting Chair of the Cobourg Police Services Board
I’m honoured to step into the role of Acting Chair of the Cobourg Police Services Board and grateful for
Breaking News – Adam Bureau Steps Down as Chair of the Cobourg Police Services Board
A Personal Message from the Heart — My Decision to Step Down as Chair of the Cobourg Police Services
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A Warmer Winter in Historic Port Hope: Why Local Families Are Considering a Short Stay
Icy sidewalks, snow shovelling, long drives to check in on Mom or Dad. For many older adults in Northumberland, winter
Trent Hills Landlord Fined $700 After Fire Revealed No Working Smoke Alarms
A Trent Hills property owner has been fined $700 after an investigation into a residential fire revealed there were
Video – Questions Remain After Walmart Fire as Shoppers Say No Alarm Sounded During Evacuation
(Staff and customers leaving Walmart on Saturday, October 24, 2026 after a fire inside the store) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rr_FWDBMmGI Questions remain about the
Video – Photo Gallery – Five Counties Children’s Centre Hosts Inclusive Halloween Celebration in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8k0Cj_ts0A Smiling children, costumed volunteers and plenty of Halloween treats filled Five Counties Children’s Centre in Cobourg on Wednesday, October
Northumberland First Responders Honoured at 11th Annual Survivor Night
On Tuesday, October 27, 2026, first responders, survivors and families gathered as Northumberland County hosted the 11th Annual Survivor
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Video – Lucas Cleveland Re-Elected Cobourg Mayor as Adam Bureau Wins Deputy Mayor Race
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fe-wxTsae1g Cleveland secures second term with 4,524 votes as voters elect three new councillors and send a message to town
Video – Photo Gallery – World Snooker Champion Cliff Thorburn Delights Legion Members in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNrU4Dzkgv8 ‘The Grinder’ shares stories from a legendary career, performs trick shots and reflects on a lifetime in snooker A world
Video – Photo Gallery – Hundreds Gather in Colborne for First Annual Northumberland Witch Walk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vyxo8hHsdw ‘We want to take up space’: Northumberland Witch Walk honours women persecuted throughout history Hundreds of people gathered in Colborne
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
Video – Photo Gallery – In My Opinion – Another Gorgeous Sunset Over Cobourg Harbour
Another gorgeous evening in Cobourg on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, offered a different perspective of the town, thanks to
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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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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