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Breaking News – Cold Blooded Cop Killers Chance for Faint Hope Clause Turned Down
A cold blooded cop killer had his chance for early release turned down in a decision released on Friday,
Fun Times At Victoria Park Splashpad for Father and Son
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JBoZ2acxYn8&feature=youtu.be A father and his young son had a great time on Friday, July 10, 2020 playing in the Splashpad
SIU Terminates Investigation into Peterborough Collision Between SUV and Police Van
The Director of the Special Investigations Unit, Joseph Martino, has terminated an investigation into a collision that occurred in
Ontario Focusses on Renewal, Growth, and Economic Recovery
On July 10, 2020, Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, issued the following statement on
HKPR District Health Unit Issues Order to Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19
The local health unit is taking additional steps to help protect area residents from the spread of COVID19. The Haliburton,
HKPR District Health Unit – Weekly Status of Local Beaches in Northumberland County
Bewdley Optimist Park - Hamilton Township OPEN Crowe Bridge Park - Trent Hills OPEN Harwood Waterfront and Dock - Hamilton Township OPEN Hastings Waterfront North
Town of Cobourg Prepares to Reopen Victoria Park Splashpad on July 10th
The Town of Cobourg’s Community Services Division, in partnership with YMCA Northumberland, would like to inform citizens that the
Ontario Expanding Access to the Modern Digital Economy
Application intake for broadband and cellular program opens on July 9, 2020 The Ontario government is expanding access to reliable
Premier Ford Announces Major Funding Increase to Local Northumberland County Hospitals
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MbPZq_Pol2w&feature=youtu.be Ontario is taking further action to address the long-standing funding inequities for small- and medium-sized hospitals with a major
Continued Interruption of VIA Rail Services Leads to Temporary Layoffs
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact the travel industry globally, VIA Rail Canada (VIA Rail) announces today the
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Video – Encampment Sprouts Up By Cobourg Harbour
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GwM1eXcVias Municipal By-Law officers checked out a encampment on the west breakwall on Sunday, May 18, 2025. The encampment was along
Video – Fire Chief’s Contract States Using Town Vehicle for Personal Use is Permitted
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3RdX02zco8 The unofficial start of summer kicked off with the Victoria Day long weekend. The Victoria Park Campground appears to be
OPP – Paddlers Account for Almost Half of Boating Deaths
Fifty-six (56) paddlers were among the 131 people who lost their lives in boating incidents on Ontario Provincial Police
Haliburton Kawartha Northumberland Peterborough Board of Health Meeting Summary
Medical Officer of Health Updates Dr. Thomas Piggott, Medical Officer of Health and CEO for Haliburton Kawartha Northumberland Peterborough (HKNP)
Video – Historic Milestone for Campus of Care in Campbellford
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7PDG3WwQcQ It was a historic milestone for the Campbellford Memorial Hospital on May 15, 2025. During the announcement of the Provincial
- Photo Galleries
Video – Always Something New at Nawautin Sanctuary
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WaabYyHL6iw There is no rush when watching natures creatures. Nawautin Sanctuary always has something new to see - it just takes
Video – Parkrun Welcomes Participants in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uM8zk8QSVIU The number of participants is increasing as word spreads about Parkrun in Cobourg. Parkruns are free, weekly community events for
Video – Start of the Sailing Season with the Boats in the Water in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMOtSY2w_Bg Fifty-three-sailboats were hoisted into Cobourg Harbour on Saturday, May 10, 2025. The sailboats were lined up on Friday around the
Breaking News – Video – Home Destroyed by Fire in Alnwick/Haldimand Township
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZIvX8iWCkk A home was destroyed by fire on Sunday, May 11, 2025 in Alnwick/Haldimand Township. Shortly before noon on Sunday, numerous
Video – Nawautin Sanctuary – Natures Photo Gallery
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zx1GwTCC_g8 (Photo gallery) Another beautiful evening at Nawautin Sanctuary in Alnwick/Haldimand Township on Friday, May 9, 2025. Spring and sprung and there
- 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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Wakely Advances with Barrie Colts in OHL Playoffs
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Port Hope’s Dalyn Wakely and the Barrie Colts have advanced to the Ontario Hockey League’s Eastern
Wakely and Miedema to Meet in Game 7 with OHL Clubs
(Photo gallery) The second-round Ontario Hockey League playoff series between the Kingston Frontenacs and Barrie Colts is heading to a
Local Players Facing Off in OHL Playoff Series
Cobourg’s Ethan Miedema of the Kingston Frontenacs and Port Hope’s Dalyn Wakely of the Barrie Colts are currently squaring
Video – 17th Annual Port Hope Firefighters Association Hockey Tournament
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxPUhl56_Ck The 17th annual Port Hope Firefighters Association Hockey Tournament kicked off on Friday night at the Jack Burger Sports
Video – Old Puckers Raise Money for Ed’s House
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jFisEpWoMVo A special presentation was held at the Cobourg Community Centre on Friday, March 28, 2025 before a charity hockey