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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
COVID-19 Can’t Keep NHH Foundation Down
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s NorthumberlandNorthumberland Hills Hospital board learned at its April meeting that the NHH Foundation raised $3-million in
Port Hope – Statement from Mayor Bob Sanderson Regarding “Ganny Weekend”
Below is a statement from Port Hope Mayor Bob Sanderson regarding a story that appeared in a Toronto newspaper
HKPR District Unit – Provincial Shutdown Takes Effect With Increased Restrictions
A new Ontario-wide shutdown taking effect this Saturday (April 3) means that it won’t be business as usual in
Ontario Prepared to Fight Wildland Fires and Protect Communities
Staff and safety protocols are in place for 2021 season The Ontario government is ready to respond to this year's
Breaking News – Ontario Implements Provincewide Emergency Brake
All 34 Public Health Unit Regions to Move into Shutdown The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer
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Community Care Northumberland Invites Community to Give $100 of Care on GivingTuesday
December 2, 2025 marks GivingTuesday, the world’s largest generosity movement, a global day dedicated to celebrating giving and supporting
Port Hope Rotary Club Secures Significant Physician Recruitment Investment
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The Rotary Club of Port Hope has directed an anonymous donor's contribution to
Video – Busy Weekend for Northumberland Fare Share Food Bank
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=veCHSs6SDeA It’s been a busy few days for the Northumberland Fare Share Food Bank, but the need is still there. Meghan
Cobourg Council Debates Following Budget Estimate Presentation From Police Chief
Cobourg Police Chief Paul VandeGraaf appeared before council Monday afternoon to explain the 20.5% budget increase estimate and the
Cobourg Mayor Announces Successful Library Budget Negotiations
Mayor Cleveland is pleased to announce a successful outcome in budget discussions with the Cobourg Public Library. Thanks to constructive
- Photo Galleries
Video – Photo Gallery – Port Hope Santa Claus Parade
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXo6avu6UVI The Port Hope Santa Claus parade took place on Saturday, November 29, 2025. With crowds lining Walton Street, the parade
Video – Photo Gallery – CPKC Holiday Train Stops in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIBUwLFkt6w For the first time in the history of the CPKC Holiday Train it stopped in Cobourg on Saturday, November
Video – Photo Gallery – Cobourg Santa Claus Parade
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQpl6_yxfYk It was a perfect winters evening for the annual Cobourg Santa Claus parade on Saturday, November 29, 2025. Starting at
Video – Photo Gallery – Port Hope’s Annual Candlelight Festival
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SAQnzIbtArU It was a beautiful evening for Port Hope’s annual Candlelight Festival on Friday, November 28, 2025. Adding to the celebration
Video – Photo Gallery – Windy Weather Hits Northumberland County
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFz4Us72EJY It was a wild and windy day on Thursday, November 27, 2025 in the Northumberland County area and beyond. Although
- 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