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Lakefront Utilities Inc. Aids Neighbouring County and Country in the Wake of Spring Storm
Lakefront Utilities Inc. (LUI) has responded to two requests for assistance from neighbouring electric utilities following the powerful spring
Engage Cobourg Seeks Feedback on Draft Vehicle for Hire Bylaw
Share your feedback through an online survey The Town of Cobourg Legislative Services Division is seeking residents and visitor feedback
Temporary Disruption Due to Scheduled Maintenance in Cobourg
IT hardware update to cause temporary disruption to municipal services. The Town of Cobourg Corporate Services Division would like to
Has To Be a Better Way, Cobourg Council Says of Community Grants
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Dealing with the many requests from worthy community organizations for cash or in-kind donations is one
Cobourg Council Costs for 2023 Reported
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland In 2023, it cost a total of $296,350.63 in paid time and expenses for Cobourg councillors
Ontario Rewards Kawartha Lakes with More Than $1.5 Million for Making Progress Towards 2023 Housing Targets
Funding can be used to invest in housing- or community-enabling infrastructure On April 4, 2024, Matthew Rae, Parliamentary Assistant to
Video – Commercial Motor Vehicle Collision Blocks Off-Ramp at Grafton
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TO3lCaRfCGE There were no serious injuries after a commercial motor vehicle flipped on its side blocking the off-ramp to Highway
Strong Winds Brings Out People Who Love the Action Along the Lakeshore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SaER29EpPGU With high winds along the lakeshore you can be sure there will be people taking in the action on
Cobourg Police Service Bi-Weekly Update
The Cobourg Police Service (CPS) bi-weekly update provides an overview of break and enters, theft from motor vehicles, mischief,
Flags Lowered in Honour of Former Cobourg Councillor
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Flags in Cobourg are being lowered to half-mast to mark the passing of a former Cobourg
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Video – Cobourg Man Charged After Window at Victoria Hall Smashed
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ybYTtDJ2mE A Cobourg man is facing charges after a front window of Victoria Hall was broke on Monday January 12,
New Golden Plough Lodge Nearing Completion – Hopefully
If things go right, residents will be in the new Golden Plough Lodge before the summer. Residents and family members
Brighton’s Mayoral Budget Adopted for 2026, Representing a Residential Tax Increase of 4.9%
This budget represents the first time operating under the Strong Mayor, Building Homes Act, 2022 (Bill 3) and the
Video – Driver Has Directional Issues in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwIAIp5DZ88 The driver of a vehicle in Cobourg seemed to have a bit of directional issues on Tuesday, January 13,
The EOWC Announces 2026 Chair and Vice-Chair at Annual General Meeting
On Friday, January 9, 2026, the Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus (EOWC), representing the region's 103 municipalities, proudly hosted its
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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
Video – Photo Gallery – Ripley’s Aquarium in Toronto Is More Than Aquatic Life
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQpReEJ-A8M There was much more than just aquatic life at Ripley’s Aquarium in Toronto on Friday, January 9, 2026. Walking into
Video – Photo Gallery – What A Difference A Day Makes for Toronto Skyline
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OLhcUxFr0S0 With weather changing daily, so does the skyline of Toronto. Over the course of Friday and Saturday, Today’s Northumberland was
Video – Photo Gallery – Encapsulating Wonder of Mother Nature
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75ybcjd5CBU The encapsulating beauty of the sun setting along Lake Ontario draws people in the summer and winter. Thursday (January 8,
Video – Photo Gallery – Snow Cleared from Downtown Cobourg Overnight
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYPrUS11zsQ A fleet of construction vehicles including a grader, dump trucks and more rolled into downtown Cobourg shortly after midnight
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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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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