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Exclusive – Staffing Shortage Resulted in Transition House Being Closed on Sunday
Exclusive - Today's Northumberland has learned that Transition House on Chapel Street in Cobourg was closed on Sunday, July
Ministry of Labour Investigating Workplace Incident in Alderville
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DbLzXaaM6vw The Ministry of Labour is investigating a workplace incident that took place in Alderville on Friday, July 22, 2022. At
All In A Day’s Work for One Homeless Man Struggling To Get His Life Back
The call came in shortly after 5 p.m. on Sunday, July 24, 2022. It was reported a male was “vsa”
Lakefront Utilities Inc. Reviews Cause of July 22nd Power Outage in Cobourg
At 4:59PM on Friday July 22nd, the power went out for 995 customers of Lakefront Utilities Inc. (Lakefront) in
Ontario Launches Its Plan to Catch Up
Ontario has launched its Plan to Catch Up, including several initiatives supported by historic funding. For the 2022-23 school year,
Cobourg Police Providing Parking By-Law Coverage Over the Summer on Weekends in Hamilton Township
Cobourg Police Special Constables Patrol the Bewdley Harbourfront on Sunday, July 24, 2022. The Cobourg Police Service are under contract
Cobourg Bylaw Deals With Tents, Pets and Parking Over the Weekend
Cobourg bylaw officers were busy on Saturday, July 23, 2022 dealing with a number of infractions including barbeques and
Helping Out the Northumberland Humane Society
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6hKTI4o9dfs Four-year-old Marley helped out the Northumberland Humane Society on Saturday, July 23, 2022 by hosting a Lemonade Stand in
Doug LeBlanc Announces Run for Mayor of Brighton
On Friday, July 22, 2022, with support from his wife Becky, son David and friends Doug LeBlanc is running
Roseneath Carousel Goes Global With the Creation of a Stamp by Canada Post
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ygRioZjDyyA The Roseneath Carousel has gone global with the creation of a stamp by Canada Post. On July 21, 2022, Canada
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Port Hope Council Supports Remuneration Increase Starting Next Term
The salaries for the next term of Port Hope council could rise significantly following October’s municipal election, if ratified
Expanded Weekend Hours for Warming Room Continue in Response to Extreme Cold
With continued extreme cold forecast for this weekend, Northumberland County, in collaboration with the Town of Cobourg By-law Services,
Brighton to Hold Watch Party for Olympian Hallie Clarke
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Brighton native Hallie Clarke is getting set to compete at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics in
Video – Photo Gallery – Finding Peace Along Cobourg’s Lakeshore
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lPW8GOavN1s More people seem to be enjoying leisurely walks along the west breakwall in Cobourg. On Wednesday, February 4, 2026 a
Video – Chilly Night for Residents of Port Hope Apartment Building With No Power
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugAn9FZoYCg An apartment building in Port Hope was without power for most of the night starting on Wednesday, February 4,
- Photo Galleries
Video – Photo Gallery – In My Opinion – Be Proud Northumberland County – Be Canadian Proud
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbygVjlGUiM Since Afghanistan, Northumberland County residents have lined the bridges along the Highway of Heroes paying their respects to our
Video – Photo Gallery – Enjoying The Beauty of a Canadian Winter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46kF_KhdXxY Stunningly beautiful sunset on Sunday, February 1, 2026 in Cobourg. It’s been a truly Canadian winter with the pure white
Video – Photo Gallery – 34th Annual Polar Plunge Raises Funds for Campbellford Memorial Hospital
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5yy1gvZE-o The 34th annual Polar Plunge was held on Saturday, January 31, 2026 in support of Campbellford Memorial Hospital. Approximately $40,000
Breaking News – Video – Photo Gallery – At Least 20 People Displaced Following Apartment Fire in Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peFOiCS_HBw Officials are still trying to account for everyone after a Northumberland County Housing Corporation apartment complex was destroyed by
Video – Photo Gallery – Chilly Sunset Along the Lakeshore in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBYsaEqePA0 Cold warnings once again as the area goes into a deep freeze on Friday, January 30, 2026. Another beautiful sunset
- 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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Brighton to Hold Watch Party for Olympian Hallie Clarke
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Brighton native Hallie Clarke is getting set to compete at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics in
West Northumberland Curling Club Member Competing at Scotties Tournament of Hearts
Kristina (Adams) Brauch of the West Northumberland Curling Club is set to play for Team Newfoundland and Labrador at
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