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HKPR District Health Unit Media Scrum – Declining COVID Numbers Lessen the Urgent Feel of the Pandemic
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Declining COVID-19 numbers have resulted in the weekly COVID-19 media scrums offered by the Haliburton Kawartha
HKPR District Health Unit – Local Overdose Situation Spurs Special Alert
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland A noticeable increase in overdoses in Northumberland County over the past three days has spurred the
Success – CCI Prom Parade WILL Happen!!!
A letter from CCI principal Jamie Patenall was sent out late last night (June 1, 2022) explaining the CCI
Aerial Photos of Cobourg, Port Hope and Garden Hill
Aerial photos of Cobourg and surrounding area including a bit of Port Hope and Garden Hill. Around Cobourg easy to
Cygnets Head Out On The Water South of Grafton
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0a-V22ktJy4 Newborn cygnets were out on the water south of Grafton on Tuesday, May 31, 2022. The seven cygnets didn’t stray
Cobourg Kicks Off Pride Month
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dB5kRXJ9mX0&t=6s Pride Month was celebrated with two ceremonies in downtown Cobourg on Wednesday, June 1, 2022. The first event took place
National AccessAbility Week Kicks Off in Front of Victoria Hall
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LtmhcfvprLw National AccessAbility Week kicks off in Cobourg on Wednesday, June 1, 2022. National AccessAbility Week provides Canadians the opportunity to
Breaking News – Chair of School Board Said the Issue Surrounding the CCI Prom Parade Has Been Resolved
Today’s Northumberland reached out to Chair of the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board Chairperson, Diane Lloyd for comment
Silence from CCI Principal, But the Fight Continues for Prom Parade
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ob2scjVAYu8&t=28s The fight continues for the Principal of Cobourg Collegiate Institute to reinstate the Prom Parade. Media has not been able
St. Mary to Play for OFSAA Rugby Gold Medal Wednesday
By Jeff Gard/Today's Northumberland The host St. Mary Thunder will play for the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) girls
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Update – GoFundMe Created for Paramedics Involved in Madoc Collision
A GoFundMe has been created for paramedics that were involved in a collision on Monday, February 2, 2026 in
Mark Mills Announces He’s Running for Cobourg Council
Mills states "Fiscal Responsibility, Community Safety, and Transparency" "I am announcing my decision to run for Cobourg council. My goal
Town of Cobourg and YMCA Announce March Break Camp Partnership
Campers to enjoy activities at both facilities The Town of Cobourg and YMCA Northumberland are pleased to announce a new
Response to Northumberland County Housing Fire in Colborne Gets High Praise
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland While there are no updates on the Jan. 30 fire at a Northumberland
Northumberland County Staff Will Compile Affordable-Housing List
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland County council will be provided with a fully updated accounting on the number of Northumberland County
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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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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
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