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Cobourg Police Participates in Virtual Polar Plunge – “Freezin for a Reason” for Special Olympics
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFvm-QEfVs4&t=18s Cobourg Police held a Virtual Polar Plunge in honour of the Special Olympics Ontario on Wednesday, March 2, 2022. A
Port Hope Woman Says Her Husband Has Big Heart Helping Others in Ukraine
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lBf4YGZtl7w A simple tweet from her husband brings a sigh of relief for Port Hope resident Rebecca Walker. She knows her
Port Hope Man Leaves Wife and Three Young Children to Help People of Ukraine
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFi18sJ6O9I&t=4s Twenty-nine-year-old Antony Walker couldn't watch the images on television any longer. He and his wife Rebecca, like others around the
Update – Northumberland OPP – Long List of Charges After Loaded Handgun Seizure
On February 28, 2022, at approximately 7:49 a.m., members from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)
Suspect Facing Several Charges After Loaded Handgun Seized Following Collision on Highway 401
A suspect is facing several charges after a collision on Highway 401 on Monday, February 28, 2022. At approximately 8
HKPR District Health Unit Issues Region Wide Opioid Alert After Multiple Incidents
The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit, in consultation with local police services and Emergency Medical Services, is
Ontario Mandating Naloxone Kits in High-Risk Workplaces
New measures would improve worker safety and save lives The Ontario government has introduced legislation to protect workers on the
YMCA Northumberland (Cobourg) Receives $760,000 from Ontario Trillium Foundation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Qt9yXWYCsI Government of Ontario, in collaboration with the Ontario Trillium Foundation, to help build healthy and active communities by building
Blue Rodeo Welcomed Back to Cobourg Community Centre in June
(File photos of Blue Rodeo from June 15, 2012 Concert in Cobourg) Event brings famous Canadian band to local community
Ontario Expands Addictions Services in Peterborough
Province Funding New Consumption and Treatment Services Site for Peterborough and Surrounding Area As part of its comprehensive plan to
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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