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Northumberland County is Confident New Natural Heritage System Regulations Won’t Result in Unnecessary Tree Loss
By Cecilia Nasmith Northumberland 89.7/Today's Northumberland Though Northumberland County is confident no significant woodlands will be impacted by the newest
Video – New Owners, New Fence Around Brookside Property in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1eXbAsoGug The new owners of the Brookside property installed a metal fence around the perimetre of the property on Wednesday,
No Injuries After Northumberland County Plow Goes in Ditch South of Centreton
There were no reports of injuries after a snow plow went in the ditch on Wednesday, December 4, 2024. The
Message from Cobourg Mayor Lucas Cleveland Concerning Sale of Brookside Property
Dear Cobourg Residents, I am thrilled to share some exciting news that marks a new chapter for our vibrant community! As
Ontario Investing $20 Million to Revitalize Downtown Ottawa
New Deal investment will support safety and economic growth As the next step in the government’s historic Ontario-Ottawa New Deal, Ontario
Ontario Supporting Seniors and Their Caregivers
New legislation and investments will enhance quality of life and care for seniors across the province On December 4, 2024,
Northumberland OPP Urge Seniors to Check Licence Expiry Dates Amid Postal Delays
The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is issuing an important reminder to senior drivers and their
Northumberland County Takes Short Term Pain for Long Term Gain on GPL Debenture
By Cecilia Nasmith/Northumberland 89.7 FM/Today's Northumberland Northumberland County council's Finance and Audit Committee has opted for a shorter-term debenture for
Northumberland County Council Will Hear Details on Drug Poisoning Crisis
By Cecilia Nasmith/Northumberland 89.7 FM/Today's Northumberland More questions than answers was the result at a presentation on the local drug
Temporary GPL Staffers Cost Taxpayers Almost $2-Million
By Cecilia Nasmith/Northumberland 89.7/Today's Northumberland Staffing shortages at the Golden Plough Lodge, and the necessity to fill them from private
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Canadian Tire Cobourg Raises $10,500 for Jumpstart, Awards Barbecue Prize
General Manager Matt Espey and Store Manager Brayden Shroer of Canadian Tire Cobourg presented Carson with a brand-new barbecue
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
Cobourg Summer Council Meeting on July 22, 2026 to Begin at 1 p.m.
The Town of Cobourg Legislative Services Division would like to remind residents the Summer Council Meeting on Wednesday, July
Video – Drivers Still Getting Turned Around on Cobourg’s One-Way Streets
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTs44KE5Gx0 Another busy weekend along Victoria Beach, and some drivers in Cobourg still appear to be struggling with the meaning
Video – Photo Gallery – St. Lawrence II: A Tall Ship Built for Adventure, Teamwork and Discovery
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p3AJXr3xOMY The sight of a tall ship sailing into Cobourg Harbour is always a welcome one. The St. Lawrence II stopped
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Video – Photo Gallery – St. Lawrence II: A Tall Ship Built for Adventure, Teamwork and Discovery
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p3AJXr3xOMY The sight of a tall ship sailing into Cobourg Harbour is always a welcome one. The St. Lawrence II stopped
Video – Photo Gallery – Grafton Legion Celebrates Royal Canadian Legion’s 100th Anniversary
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJbn5RMlA9Y The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 580 in Grafton welcomed members of the community on Friday, July 17, to celebrate
Video – Photo Gallery – Firefighters Spend Second Day Extinguishing Stubborn Straw Fire Near Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1dUJJPJJef8 Firefighters from the Cobourg Fire Department and Hamilton Township Fire Department spent most of Friday, July 17, extinguishing persistent
Breaking News – Video – Photo Gallery – Firefighters Spend Nearly 10 Hours Battling Massive Straw Fire in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mcw3MrCbul0 It was a long and exhausting day for firefighters after a massive straw fire broke out in the east
Video – Photo Gallery – What a Scorcher of a Day!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z5NUbMVT57s The word on everyone's lips throughout Tuesday, July 14, 2026, was simple: hot. With temperatures climbing above 30°C, anyone spending
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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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Video – Soccer Fans Turn Pickup Truck into Outdoor Viewing Party in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhpBaIX8LTo A day at the beach in Cobourg didn't stop one group of friends and family from catching one of
Local Players, Coach Part of New GMHL Team in Brighton
By Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Greater Metro Jr. A Hockey League will have a second team in Northumberland County for
World-Class Achievement Recognized at Annual CDSHF Induction
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland A seventh contingent of star athletes has been inducted into the Cobourg and District Sports Hall
Marc Mercier’s Hockey Journey from Timmins to Toronto, Cobourg and Cambridge Too
By – David McPherson/Ontario Hockey Association COLLINGWOOD, ON – Ontario Hockey Association Chairman Marc Mercier and Ontario Junior Hockey League
Video – A Dream Come True for Cobourg Hockey Player Picked in the First Round of the OHL Draft
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mq52lR02ATE What a week it has been for Cobourg's Lauchlan Whelan. The 15-year-old hockey standout is still trying to take it