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Veteran Criminal Defence Lawyer States There Is A “Crisis In Policing in Ontario”
A criminal defence lawyer with over two-decades of experience states there is a "crisis in policing" in Ontario. Alan Richter
HKPR District Health Unit COVID Dashboard is Changing
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland COVID-19 has evolved a lot over two years, and the Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health
RCAF Fighter Jets to Train with NATO Allies at Exercise FRISIAN FLAG in the Netherlands
Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) CF-18 Hornet fighter jets will deploy to the Netherlands from March 22 to April
Replacement of Downtown Heritage Streetlight Fixtures and Poles in Cobourg
The Town of Cobourg would like to advise residents that a contractor will commence the work of replacing downtown
Ontario Investing in National and International Amateur Sport Events
Provincial funding helping boost local economies and support athletes The Ontario government is investing almost $1.5 million through its 2022-23
Update – Northumberland OPP – Youth Charged After Robbery in Colborne
On March 17, 2022, members of the Northumberland Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) detachment responded to a call for a
Update – Northumberland OPP – Name of Accused and Deceased Passenger in Fatal Collision
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pej8H-AF4C8 On March 19th 2022, at approximately 1:30 a.m., members from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)
Spring Is In The Air Near Grafton
Spring seems to be in the air south of Grafton with a number of waterfowl spotted on Sunday, March
Ontario Supporting Local Fire Services in the North
New Program Reimbursing Municipalities for Fire Services Provided on Crown Land The Ontario government is launching a new program through
Cobourg Police Service Will Transition to a Mask-Friendly Environment
Mask will be optional for visitors to the Cobourg Police Service starting March 21 As of Monday, March 21, 2021,
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Cobourg Public Library Roof Replacement Begins Soon
The Town of Cobourg Corporate Services Division would like to advise the community of upcoming construction at the Cobourg
Video – Photo Gallery – Stories of Fallen Officer Paint an Heroic Portrait
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JbRwC-jCjv0 By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The heroic legacy left behind by Ontario Provincial Police Sgt. Brandon Malcolm was shared in loving
Funeral Arrangements for Northumberland OPP Sgt Brandon Malcolm
Funeral Service, Livestream Details In advance of the funeral for Sergeant Brandon Malcolm, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is providing
Golden Plough Lodge Delay is Becoming Costly
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The delay in opening the new Golden Plough Lodge is problematic on many
Committee Approves Regional Approach to Physician Recruitment
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Physician recruitment for Northumberland County will have a regional component, if county council accepts the recommendation
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Video – Photo Gallery – Stories of Fallen Officer Paint an Heroic Portrait
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JbRwC-jCjv0 By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The heroic legacy left behind by Ontario Provincial Police Sgt. Brandon Malcolm was shared in loving
Video – Photo Gallery – Cobourg Farmers Market Opens 2026 Season with Music, Tradition and Community Spirit
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=unkS-XhCmIM The Cobourg Farmers Market returned for another season on Saturday, May 2, 2026, bringing fresh energy, familiar faces, and
Video – Photo Gallery – OPP Golden Helmets Escort Fallen Officer to Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Zv66iGPrxg A procession escorting Northumberland OPP Sgt. Brandon Malcolm took place from Oshawa to Cobourg on Monday, May 4, 2026. Sgt.
Video – Photo Gallery -Family Tradition Continues at Castleton Fishing Derby Weekend
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lXxMGJE6d8U The annual Castleton Sports Club Fishing Derby got underway on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Ryken’s Pond north of
Video – Photo Gallery – Cobourg Sailboats Return to Water Despite Hail and High Winds at Spring Boat Lift-In
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KuBk5qkT-ZY Spring arrives on Cobourg’s waterfront in a way that feels almost ceremonial—boats returning to the lake and another sailing
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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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Cobourg’s Clow, Whelan at OHL Futures Camp
(Quinte Red Devils graphic) Cobourg’s Trent Clow and Lauchlan Whelan are among 120 participants at the Ontario Hockey League’s Futures
Video – Photo Gallery – Grand Opening of The Dink Den Social Club/Pickleball in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50iIBjnVD2Y The fast-growing sport of pickleball has a brand-new home in Northumberland County. The Dink Den, Cobourg’s ONLY indoor pickleball club,
Local Players Win OHF U13 Championship with Quinte Red Devils
(Quinte Red Devils photo) Cobourg’s Kade Whelan and Port Hope’s William Beebe recently captured the Ontario Hockey Federation U13 AAA
Video – Photo Gallery – Friendly Rivalry on Ice at Port Hope Firefighters Tournament
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWxG-MiZ9k4 The sound of skates cutting across the ice and laughter from the benches filled the Jack Burger Sports Complex
Video – Photo Gallery – Northumberland Stars Win GMHL Russell Cup Championship
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kuZ6Lj9CWZs Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Northumberland Stars shined as the top team in the Greater Metro Jr. A Hockey League this