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Update – Investigators with Ontario Fire Marshal Search for Answers to Suspicious Fire in Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVmEI5lYJHU The investigation into the suspicious fire at the Golden Rooster in Colborne started on Sunday, January 24, 2021. The ferocious
Ice is Coming Out at the Keeler Centre in Colborne
With the ongoing provincial state of emergency urging people to stay home and limit social gatherings, Cramahe Township council
Second Golden Plough Lodge COVID-19 Case Extends Outbreak
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s Northumberland A second Golden Plough Lodge (GPL) staff member is in self-isolation after testing positive for COVID-19
Ontario Fire Marshal Expected to Start Investigation Into Suspicious Colborne Fire on Sunday
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5-8IgBcgR3I&feature=youtu.be Investigators with the Ontario Fire Marshal’s office are expected to be examining the remains of the Golden Rooster restaurant
COVID Protests Continue for Second Week in Cobourg Despite Lockdown
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HeSdvtvRQdw “Are we the only ones awake in this town?” one woman said during a weekly protest in downtown Cobourg
Breaking News – Video – Golden Rooster Destroyed By Suspicious Fire in Colborne
For video click below https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uq5UP0InjPk&t=74s An historic building in downtown Colborne was destroyed by fire on Friday, January 22, 2021. The Golden
Ontario Continues to Support Municipal Infrastructure Renewal through Virtual Outreach
Delegates can learn more about municipal financing options at upcoming conferences Ontario continues to support its municipalities and other eligible
Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority’s Nature Nuts School Re-Opens Under New Covid-19 Protocols
Are you feeling stressed about your child returning to school? Concerned about how they’ll cope in a large class
Northumberland County – Northumberland Eats is in Action
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s Northumberland Launched at the end of December, the new Northumberland Eats pilot program is delivering hunger relief
Cobourg Civic Awards Committee Calls for Nominations
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The Town of Cobourg’s Civic Awards Advisory Committee is calling for nominations for its 19th annual
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Dramatic Scene as Retired Cobourg Firefighter Comes Upon Recreational Vehicle Fire
A retired Cobourg firefighter was one of the first on scene as a recreational vehicle caught on fire in
Video – Photo Gallery – Record Number of Participants for 2025 Lock and Paddle in Peterborough
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKz8XpwU4mc It was an exciting day for both paddlers and tourists as they descended on the Peterborough Lift Lock on
Video – Photo Gallery – Spectacular Drone and Fireworks Show at Festival On The Bay
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1lJWWB_EOrU A spectacular drone show and fireworks took place on Friday, July 18, 2025 as part of Downtown Trent’s Festival
Videos – Photo Gallery – The Cobourg Busker Festival Takes Over Downtown Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YhVqpjrR2w https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzupz5Cm4UI The Cobourg Busker Festival took over downtown Cobourg on Friday, July 18, and Saturday, July 20, 2025. A number of
Video – Canadian Tire Sets Record Raised for Jumpstart Thanks to the Community of Northumberland
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VFklWSESLWM It was a record year for Jumpstart at the Canadian Tire store in Cobourg. Founded in 2005, Jumpstart helps kids
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Videos – Photo Gallery – The Cobourg Busker Festival Takes Over Downtown Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YhVqpjrR2w https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzupz5Cm4UI The Cobourg Busker Festival took over downtown Cobourg on Friday, July 18, and Saturday, July 20, 2025. A number of
Video – Photo Gallery – Protest Against Mayor of Cobourg Among Other Things
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1GMRAAX0VDU Approximately 20 people showed up in front of Victoria Hall to protest the Cobourg Mayor, violence and protecting the
Video – Cobourg Legion Pipes and Drums Visits Seniors Homes for Outdoor Summer Concerts
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BanLjB8Ciyc The Cobourg Legion Pipes and Drums entertained residents at St. Peter’s Court in Cobourg on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. The
Breaking News – Video – Cobourg Police Investigating Serious Assault
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYkOjGb5svg Cobourg Police continue to investigate a serious assault in the west end of town early Tuesday, July 15, 2025. At
Video – Two Drivers Taken Into Custody Following Four-Vehicle Collision in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZAGvswFCKQ Two drivers were taken into custody at the scene of a four vehicle collision in Cobourg on Monday, July
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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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Kodiaks Falls to Excelsiors in Brampton in Major Series Lacrosse Action
The Cobourg Kodiaks lost their fourth straight Major Series Lacrosse game Thursday night 16-9 to the host Brampton Excelsiors. It
Video – Tucker Williams Continues to Make Big Strides in Lacrosse Development
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ESDa5eT__CA Already very accomplished for his age at 14, Baltimore’s Tucker Williams simply just loves playing lacrosse. “People say it’s the
Cobourg’s MacNiel Drafted by Montreal Canadians
Andrew MacNiel of Cobourg was selected in the sixth round, 189th overall, by the Montreal Canadiens at the 2025
Cobourg and District Sports Hall of Fame Inducts Class of 2025
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Announced last March, a sixth group of inductees was welcomed to the Cobourg and District Sports
St. Mary Student Gets Full Hockey Scholarship
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Following graduation day at St. Mary Secondary School next week, boom! Sophie Harold is outta here