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Northumberland County – Spring Burns Planned
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The Rice Lake Plains Partnership – which includes the Northumberland County Forest, the Nature Conservancy of
Unanimous Support from 11 Mayors in Region for a Redeveloped Campbellford Memorial Hospital
Campbellford Memorial Hospital’s (CMH) 11 municipal partners have all extended formal support for the redevelopment of the hospital as
Ontario – A Plan to Stay Open
Ontario’s Plan to Stay Open is the next step in the government’s ongoing efforts to build a stronger, more resilient health
Fed Government Announces Immediate Deployment of Canadian Armed Forces Personnel to Poland in Response to Refugee Crisis
The Canadian Armed Forces are engaged around the world in a number of military operations ranging from humanitarian and
Fire Destroys Workshop in Hamilton Township
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GnSBwrN1sWU Hamilton Township Fire Department responded to a workshop fire on Oak Ridges Drive just east of Burnham Street North
Ukraine Families Very Grateful for Community Support in Port Hope and Area
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GgOjpk4touA Less than 48-hours after arriving in Port Hope two Ukrainian families are settling in to their temporary homes. The two
HKPR Health Unit Advises Students to Wear Masks
April 12, 2022 To: Staff, students, parents, and/or guardians, RE: INDOOR MASKING RECOMMENDATION Good afternoon, I am writing to you today to highlight
Ontario Advances Work on New Ultra-Low Overnight Electricity Rate
Report on new price plan projects significant bill savings for consumers The Ontario government is advancing work to deliver a
COVID Won’t Take a Break this Holiday Weekend
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Because COVID-19 will not be taking a break this holiday weekend, the Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge
Home on College Street in Cobourg Meets the Wrecking Ball
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_eoNu_4fgio A home on College Street was brought down on Tuesday, April 12, 2022. The home was located on the west
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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
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
Northumberland County Looks at Committee Reimbursement
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Members of the County of Northumberland's advisory committees receive no per diem reimbursement for their time
Offload Delays Persist at Area Hospitals
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The ambulance offload delays that began to concern health authorities back in 2022 continue, Northumberland Paramedics
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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