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Warm Temperatures Cause Minor Flooding Problems
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hETnNlthLbk With the warm temperatures on Sunday, March 6, 2022 there was a bit of flooding in area roadways. On Sunday
Amazing Feats Spotlighted at the 2022 Cobourg & District Sports Hall of Fame Inductee Announcement
(Video interviews include Paul Allen, Gail Johns-Rees and the children of Ross Quigley, Amy DeJong and Rory Quigley) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MoAysjOa7Ek By Cecilia
Seven CCTV Cameras Installed for Cobourg Police Thanks To Grant from the Ministry of the Solicitor General
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1V8yuFvgQCg As a result of a “robust” grant from the Solicitor General’s office, Cobourg Police has purchased seven closed circuit
Ontario Improving Access to Best-in-Class Mental Health Supports for First Responders
New rehabilitation centre will provide specialized services in the Greater Toronto Area The Ontario government is investing $1 million for
Ontarians Saving Money With Passage of Fewer Fees, Better Services Act
New bill eliminates licence plate renewal fees and ends tolls on Highways 412 and 418 With the Ontario government today
Ontario Improving Day Job Protection for Military Reservists
Working for Workers Act would guarantee military reservists can return to their careers after training or deployment The Ontario government
Ontario Providing Support for Downtown Ottawa Businesses
Funding available for small businesses affected by weeks-long demonstrations The Ontario government is providing up to $11.5 million to local
WNPRRC Adds Two Physicians in Port Hope Making Region First in Ontario with No Unattached Patients
The push to bring new family doctors to for West Northumberland is having great success again with the addition
Neighbour of Nature Reserve Donates Rare Ecosystem Land in Hamilton Township
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mOHOR7alsTs Less than 2 per cent of tallgrass prairie ecosystems remain in Ontario Over the last decade, Cobourg resident John O’Neill
Canada Sends More Military Support to Ukraine
Canadians stand united with the people of Ukraine in the face of the ongoing Russian attacks, and the Government
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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
Cobourg Implements Licensing for Short-Term Rental Accommodations
Operators encouraged to apply through Town’s licensing portal Short-Term Rental Accommodation (STRA) companies and operators in Cobourg are now
Director of Education for PVNC Issues Statement Regarding Historic Sexual Assault Charges of Former Teacher by Cobourg Police
The Director of Education and Secretary/Treasurer for the Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington (PVNC) Catholic District School Board has
Breaking News – Video – Photo Gallery – Hastings Quinte Paramedic in Critical Condition Following Collision in Madoc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xs1okFexpVo A Hastings Quinte Paramedic was airlifted to a Kingston hospital in critical condition following a collision between a ambulance
Ontario Delivers Darlington Refurbishment Project Ahead of Schedule and Under Budget
World’s largest completed nuclear refurbishment will generate secure, reliable, clean electricity to power 3.5 million homes and support 14,200
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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
Video – Snow Covered Hydrants in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXls1Q7-S4w With the amount of snow the area has been getting it’s inevitable that fire hydrants may not be visible
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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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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