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Local Medical Officer of Health Has Tips for a Safe Halloween
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit Medical Officer of Health Dr. Natalie Bocking set aside
Local Medical Officer of Health Not “Comfortable” With Large Crowds Gathering For Parades
The local Medical Officer of Health said she has concerns with large crowds gathering for Santa Claus parades. Haliburton Kawartha
Special Message from the Campbellford Memorial Hospital Board of Directors
The Board of Directors of Campbellford Memorial Hospital (CMH) wishes to advise that Margaret Beatty will be leaving her
Cameco Emergency Response Team Members Haz-Mat Re-Qualify at Training Academy in Norwood
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8yd363eMVds Members of Cameco Emergency Response Team have been hazardous material requalifying at the Eastern Ontario Emergency Training Academy in
Ontario Improving Washroom Rights for Truck Drivers and Delivery Workers
Proposed changes would provide washroom access for couriers, truck drivers and delivery people The Ontario government intends to introduce legislation
Free Flu Shot Available to All Ontarians in November
Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones This Season To keep Ontarians healthy this flu season and prevent unnecessary visits to
Habitat for Humanity Northumberland Fundraising Goal is $50,000 by Year End
Habitat for Humanity Northumberland have set a high bar for fundraising this season as they complete one successful campaign
Canada Deploys Aurora Air Detachment to Japan to bolster the Integrity of Global Maritime Sanctions Against North Korea
Today, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of National Defence, announced the deployment of a CP-140 Aurora Air Detachment
MPP Calling On Mayors To Discuss Santa Claus Parades
MPP David Piccini is hoping to find a way to make Santa Claus parades happen in the area. Piccini sent
HKPR Health Unit Provides Recap of 2021 COVID Enforcement
The Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit has provided Today’s Northumberland a recap of 2021 enforcement concerning COVID-19
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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
Ontario Continues to Protect Health-Care Workforce
Two postsecondary nursing programs in the Peterborough area are now eligible for the Ontario Learn and Stay Grant The Ontario
Northumberland Hills Hospital – Last Week to Submit Input for Master Plan
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH) is nearing completion of its community outreach and engagement activities for the
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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
Photo Gallery – Video – Soft Fog and Warm Air Create Picture-Perfect Morning in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSUOc6AGzXg A quiet, almost cinematic start to the day—one of those mornings that reminds you why people are drawn to
- 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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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