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Cobourg Looks at Affordable-Housing Sites
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The Town of Cobourg Planning and Development Division, in partnership with the Communications Department, is pleased
Post Consumer Brands Cobourg Plant Holds Fundraiser for Local Women’s Shelters
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWBgwMkFmAU In honor of April’s National Volunteer Month, Post Consumer Brands is launching a new companywide initiative called “Ingredients for
NHH Flag to Fly at Half-Mast on April 28 in Recognition of National Day of Mourning
The Canada flag is flying at half-mast today at Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH) in recognition of the National Day
Volunteers Honoured at Cobourg Civic Awards
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland A group of individuals representing the Cobourg Community Centre Vaccination Committee got a standing ovation at
Breaking News – Northumberland OPP Investigating Possible Weapon Fired at Parked Vehicle in Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cUaRkcSniik Northumberland OPP are investigating what is believed to be a possible shotgun round was fired into a parked vehicle
The Force is Strong at Your Cobourg Public Library on May 4th
Join us on May 4th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. to celebrate your love of Star Wars! The Cobourg
Celebrate 45 Years of Canadian Children’s Book Week with Illustrator, Nancy Vo
Cobourg, Ontario - Celebrate Canadian Children’s Book Week by attending a virtual book reading
Ontario Investing $1 Billion More to Expand Home Care
More Ontarians will receive care from the comfort of their home As part of the Ontario government’s plan to stay
Cameco Recognized for Its Ongoing Support of Student Nutrition Programs in Northumberland County
While its core business is helping to fuel Canada’s nuclear industry, one of the area’s largest industrial employers is
Carrying Place Man Says He’ll Never Own Another E-Bike After It Erupts in Flames
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ytwDQD-sV0&t=30s The owner of an e-bike that went up in flames on Sunday, April 24, 2022 in Brighton said he’d
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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
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
Lakelands Public Health Provides Information Regarding Cybersecurity Incident
Organization takes proactive steps to protect systems and maintain public trust Lakelands Public Health is advising the public that it
Northumberland County Council Committee Looks Into the Future on CMH
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Northumberland County council's Community Health Committee got a look at the new Campbellford Memorial Hospital project
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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