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Busy Times at Cobourg Encampment
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ttst_ogwc4w A number of workers were at the encampment at the former Brookside Youth Centre on Monday, October 2, 2023. One
Breaking News – Log House Goes Up in Flames in the Municipality of Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JGDGYStyECY Firefighters fought in vain to save a log home from burning on Sunday evening, October 1, 2023 in the
Event in Port Hope’s Memorial Park Commemorates National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7Jdl68xmpU The Dibaajimowin Cultural Centre hosted an event to commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt
Cobourg Fire Crews Attend Minor Hazardous Material Spill Outside Encampment
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pfPQ-mwHtw Cobourg Fire Department responded to a small hazardous material spill in front of the encampment at the former Brookside
Beautiful Fall Day For A Clean-Up Along the Ganaraska River
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kO8-ToysZE0 With the salmon season running a bit late this year, there are still many fish that are attracting tourists
Last Day for Salmon Fishing Along the Ganaraska River in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j4tbiiPVsSk It was the last day for salmon fishing on Saturday, September 30, 2023 in area waterways including the Ganaraska
Cobourg Chief of Police and Local Politicians Have Condemnation for the Justice System
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PSyj0t5uu0c The Chief of Cobourg Police has come out and condemned the local courts after a person was charged with
Cobourg Fire Services Respond to Encampment Fire (Again)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sSYl4b3h2Rw Cobourg Police and Fire Department responded to a fire at a former encampment on Thursday, September 28, 2023. At approximately
Town of Cobourg Permanently Flies Every Child Matters Flag at Rotary Harbourfront Park
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w69U-pb_KJI Town of Cobourg Permanently Flies Every Child Matters Flag at Rotary Harbourfront Park The flag raising ceremony was, Friday, September
Ontario Raising Minimum Wage October 1 to Support Workers
Increase to $16.55 an hour follows passage of government’s third Working for Workers Act this week David Piccini, Minister of
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Video – Perfect Evening for a Parade in Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEl0nrHtfYM It was a gorgeous night for the Colborne Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, November 22, 2025. Kicking off at 7
Video – Photo Gallery – Dancing in the Streets at the Kickoff to Christmas Magic in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fwrX5k4VBEg They were dancing in the streets at the start of Christmas Magic in Cobourg on Friday, November 21, 2025. Hundreds
Municipality of Port Hope Council adopts 2025–2028 Strategic Plan
Port Hope Council has officially adopted the 2025–2028 Strategic Plan, setting a clear direction for the Municipality over the
Video – Photo Gallery – “Blast from the Past” as Merwin Greer Opens Up Time Capsule
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_yducrVUDCQ A special ceremony was held at Merwin Greer Public School on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. Along with students of the
More “Mechanical Issues” with CN Rail in Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9qlWQuprDg A number of CN Rail railway crossings were blocked in Colborne on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. Media relations with CN
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Video – Photo Gallery – Dancing in the Streets at the Kickoff to Christmas Magic in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fwrX5k4VBEg They were dancing in the streets at the start of Christmas Magic in Cobourg on Friday, November 21, 2025. Hundreds
Breaking News – Cobourg Mayor Lucas Cleveland’s Credit Card Statements 2022-2025
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Today’s Northumberland has received the Cobourg Mayor’s credit card statements from December 2022 up till September
Video – Photo Gallery – Bethlehem Walk Takes Place in Cold Springs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JS8DK5RNek The annual Bethlehem Walk took place over the weekend at the Cold Springs Hall in Hamilton Township. Volunteers from across
Video – Photo Gallery – Belleville Santa Claus Parade
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=av9poC58ym8 Santa and Mrs. Claus made their way through the streets of Belleville on Sunday, November 16, 2025. Starting at 4:30
Video – Habitat for Humanity Northumberland Dedicates Home to Cobourg Family
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nc92XmwRyCQ On Thursday November 13th, 2025, Habitat for Humanity Northumberland board members, volunteers and staff joined community members, neighbours, and
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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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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
Panthers Snap Four-Game Losing Skid
After four straight losses to open the Provincial Junior Hockey League season, the Port Hope Panthers got their first
Back-To-Back Losses for Port Hope Panthers to Open PJHL Season
The Trent Hills Thunder scored three unanswered goals in the third period to defeat the Port Hope Panthers 3-2