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Breaking News – St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Closed As A Result of COVID-19
Dear parents, guardians and staff, As you are aware, a COVID-19 outbreak was declared on April 3 at St. Mary
Cobourg Man Issued $880 Ticket for Violation of Emergency Brake Shutdown Restrictions
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=20bfnKxsvKk A Cobourg man who was issued a ticket as a result of a protest in front of Victoria Hall
Five Cases of COVID-19 Confirmed At St. Mary Catholic Secondary School in Cobourg
Dear St. Mary Catholic Secondary School students, staff and families, The purpose of this communication is to give you an
Arson Suspected Cause of Fire at the Old Wesleyville United Church
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pEPgF0sBjD4&t=2s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8pUWTosdIQ A fire at the old Wesleyville United Church on April 3, 2021 is believed to have been an act
Cobourg Police Service Requests Compliance with Emergency Brake Shutdown
Individuals that refuse to comply will be charged accordingly.The Cobourg Police Service (CPS) supports all measures necessary to limitthe
Statement from Northumberland County Warden on Provincewide Emergency Brake Shutdown
Northumberland County Warden Bob Crate issued a statement on Thursday, April 1, 2021. “In an effort to curb the third
Ontario Extends COVID-19 Vaccination Booking to More Age Groups
Province makes steady progress on vaccine rollout and leads country with doses administered The Ontario government is extending booking for
Northumberland Hills Hospital is Prepared for Third Wave
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's NorthumberlandAs the third wave of COVID-19 sweeps Ontario and provincial restrictions take effect, Northumberland Hills Hospital
Three Northumberland County Pharmacies Give Vaccinations
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's NorthumberlandThree Northumberland pharmacies are in the next group approved by the province to give AstraZeneca vaccinations
Northumberland Hills Hospital Budget Is In Good Shape
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s NorthumberlandNorthumberland Hills Hospital has many worries – but the one about staying within its budget is
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Video – 15-Minute Delay by Cobourg Fire Department Responding to VSA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9gwuW4Dhp8 Today’s Northumberland has learned it took fire crews 15-minutes to respond to a person who was vital signs absent
Port Hope Teacher Pleads Guilty to Sexual Offenses Involving Minors
By: Dan Jones, Northumberland 89.7 FM News, Local Journalism Initiative. WARNING: This story contains graphic depictions of sexual misconduct involving
Upgrades to William Street Bridge in Cobourg Continue
Work continues on the upgraded William Street bridge in Cobourg which includes several different sections that are constructed at
Municipality of Brighton to Transition Away from Automated Speed Enforcement Program
The Municipality of Brighton remains committed to enhancing public safety and protecting persons using its municipal roadways. In response
Members of the Canadian Armed Forces Flying in for Port Hope Remembrance Day Services
(Today's Northumberland file photo) On Tuesday, November 11, 2025, members of Branch 30 of the Royal Canadian Legion Port Hope will
- Photo Galleries
Video – Photo Gallery – Unveiling of National Memorial to the Fallen in Kingston
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkmA9fTa6hg A monument honouring fallen soldiers throughout Canada’s history was unveiled in Kingston on Saturday, November 1, 2025. The memorial kiosk
Video – Port Hope Man “Outraged” Over Halloween Decoration
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2UabMKE2QTk A Port Hope man said he’s “outraged” when he saw a Halloween decoration on his neighbours property. Jordan Knight was
Video – Photo Gallery – Port Hope Police Hold Multi-Agency Scenario at High School
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2esV8V3Xs8 Port Hope Police held a training session at Port Hope High School on Monday, October 27, 2025. Members of the
Video – Tense Moments on Highway 401 East of Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6JmI72TGfk A few tense moments on Highway 401 east of Port Hope on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. At approximately 1 p.m.
Video – Blue Jays Watch Party in Port Hope for Game 2 of the World Series
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBGGdvSsnsg For anyone planning to watch the Blue Jays this Saturday, October 25, 2025 you’re welcome to join in on
- Crime
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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OJHL Prospect Series will have games in Cobourg and Feature Local Players
Rosters were announced recently for the Zach Hyman Ontario Junior Hockey League Prospect Series and feature a number of
Oshawa FireWolves of the NLL Sign Contract with Defenseman Kyle Rubisch
The Oshawa FireWolves of the National Lacrosse League (NLL) have agreed to a one-year contract with defenseman Kyle Rubisch,
Video – Mayor Enjoys a Round of Disc Golf in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGuQoOGRDD8 Although he was beat by a rookie, Cobourg Mayor Lucas Cleveland enjoyed a round of disc golf in Cobourg
Panthers Snap Four-Game Losing Skid
After four straight losses to open the Provincial Junior Hockey League season, the Port Hope Panthers got their first
Back-To-Back Losses for Port Hope Panthers to Open PJHL Season
The Trent Hills Thunder scored three unanswered goals in the third period to defeat the Port Hope Panthers 3-2