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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
Exclusive – Cobourg Family Traumatized After “Swatting” Incident
A Cobourg family was traumatized on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 after their son was the victim of “swatting.” Swatting is
Ontario Starting Down the Path to Growth, Renewal and Economic Recovery
COVID-19 Economic Recovery Act Will Help Create Jobs and Opportunities, Build Stronger Communities The Ontario government is taking the first
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Video – Honour Roll Motorcycle Ride Passes Through Northumberland County
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APe7M-0OHnM Approximately 1,000 motorcycles thundered through Northumberland County on Saturday, June 7, 2025. The “Honour Roll Motorcycle Ride department from the
Update – Breaking News – Person Killed After Being Struck by Train
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FyBMZLr7Mx4 Members of the Cobourg Police Service are currently on scene conducting an active investigation in the area of the
Breaking News – Emergency Services Attend Rail Crossing in Cobourg
Emergency services were dispatched to the area of the CN Rail crossing on Burnham Street just north of King
Video – St. Mary Students Do Their Part to Help Save the Environment
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kp35wXS862Y St. Mary Secondary students brought the classroom to the waterfront on Friday, June 6, 2025 to learn more about
Town of Cobourg Marks Pride Month with Flag Raising Ceremony
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dL8s7vgoP84 The Town of Cobourg kicked off Pride Month on Friday, June 6 with the raising of the Pride flag
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Video – Honour Roll Motorcycle Ride Passes Through Northumberland County
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APe7M-0OHnM Approximately 1,000 motorcycles thundered through Northumberland County on Saturday, June 7, 2025. The “Honour Roll Motorcycle Ride department from the
Former Transition House in Cobourg Up For Sale
The former Transition House located at 10 Chapel Street is officially up for sale in Cobourg. The property is listed
Video – Volunteer Members with OCEAP Train in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A--jHB46SIs Lost in the woods and yelling for help hoping you'll be found. That scenario, along with others took place on
Video – Neighbouring Fire Departments Get Hands On Extrication Training
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rMYwh0-WSR4 Cobourg and Hamilton Township Fire Services spent Friday, May 24, 2025 practicing extrication training at Chadwick’s Towing Yard. Hamilton Township
Video – Proud Parents Show Off Their Young at Nawautin Sanctuary
After what seemed like a long wait, at least seven cygnets came into this world on Monday, May 19,
- 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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Video – Sprints Highlight a Night of Racing at Brighton Speedway
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OE_JAaqROtQ Empire Super Sprints First Visit to Brighton The dirt track at Brighton Speedway saw some action on the last chilly
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