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Cobourg Firefighter Retires After Nearly Three Decades Serving The Community
After nearly three decades of service a Cobourg firefighter’s last day was on Tuesday, November 23, 2021. Acting Captain Rick
Mobile Live Fire Training Unit Hits the Road
New units available for firefighter training across the province Ontario is launching the first of two new Mobile Live Fire
Cameco Announces Over $43,000 Raised for Local Mental Health Initiatives
Accepting applications for the Cameco Fund for Mental Health Cameco announced that the Cameco Charity Golf Package and the Virtual
Raising the Flag to End Gender-Based Violence Across Ontario
November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month, and communities across Northumberland will be joining with Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre
HKPR District Health Unit – Answering Parent’s Questions about Vaccinating Children Against COVID-19
With Health Canada’s approval of a COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5-11, local health care providers are working together
It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year for the Brighton Clothing Depot
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Just like any store, the Brighton Clothing Depot has its holiday look on this time of
Regular Screening and Early Detection Are Your Best Weapon Against Cancer
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland With the Canadian Cancer Society estimating two in five people can expect to develop cancer in
Convoy of Trees Escorted Into Cobourg for Christmas Magic
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3joIG5PMfkg It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. The spirit of Christmas came to Cobourg on Monday, November 22, 2021
COVID-19 Vaccine Bookings to Open For All Children Aged Five to 11
Families can book appointments through a variety of channels starting November 23rd Following Health Canada’s approval of the paediatric Pfizer
Cobourg Man On Hunger Strike Until Canadian Government Officially Supports Taiwan As Independent Country
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NB7UWUhnC70 A Cobourg man has been on a hunger strike in front of the police station since Friday, November 19,
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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 – Breaking News – OFM Unable to Determine Cause of Fatal Fire in Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VFnE2JTEY9U The Office of the Fire Marshal was unable to determine the cause of a fatal fire at a Northumberland
Cobourg Mayor Issues Statement Following Northumberland County Warden’s Statement
Friday, January 30, 2026 Statement from the Office of the Mayor I have never directly said or inferred ever the sentiments
Update – Video – Photo Gallery – Investigators Discover Body Found at Colborne Fire Scene
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GvUu6WuQdjY A brother and sister stood waiting for any news after their mother was missing after fire engulfed the Northumberland County
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
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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
Video – Photo Gallery – It’s a True Canadian Winter As The Snow Just Keeps Coming
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7QB_1trMZg It maybe wasn’t as bad as what it was predicted to be, but we still got slammed with another
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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