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Ontario Takes Immediate Action to Stop the Spread of COVID-19 Variants
New six-point plan includes mandatory on-arrival testing for international travellers The Ontario government is taking immediate and decisive action to
Breaking News – HKPR District Health Unit – Local Vaccination Program “Paused”
The local Health Unit will be rescheduling upcoming vaccination clinics planned for area long term care homes after learning
Ontario Helps Students Help Businesses Go Digital
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Northumberland-Peterborough South MPP David Piccini announced this week that a $57-million Federal-provincial partnership has resulted in
Over 1,000 Stores Visited during Ontario’s COVID-19 Inspection Blitz
Campaign designed to ensure businesses are properly protecting staff and customers Ontario's provincial offences officers have visited 1,147 big-box stores
One Person Unaccounted For Following Brighton Township House Fire
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=syKZMJAZwdo&feature=youtu.be One person remains unaccounted for, following a structure fire in Brighton Township early Friday, January 29, 2021. Brighton Township Fire
HKPR District Health Unit – Local Medical Officer of Health Advises Don’t Throw Caution to the Wind
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDslW6_yObc&feature=youtu.be By Cecila Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Restrictions in place – and public adherence to these measures – have sort of put a
Ontario Extends Off-Peak Electricity Rates to Provide Relief for Families, Small Businesses and Farms
Lower rates will help offset the costs of staying home during COVID-19 The Ontario government is extending electricity rate relief
Canadian Forces Base Trenton Show Support for Frontline Health Care Workers by Conducting Flypasts
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c01PWVGosVo On Thursday, January 28, 2021, the crew of a Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) CH-146 Griffon helicopter from 424
Update – Hope Street Terrace Residents and Staff in Port Hope Receive Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine
First time in weeks residents and staff at Hope Street Terrace Long Term Care facility have had reason to
Cobourg Resident is About to Save A Life
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GKrKgLkIB3M&feature=youtu.be By Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s Northumberland A desperate appeal on Facebook hit Cobourg resident Brad Warren pretty hard, and he knew he
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Video – Photo Gallery – “Blast from the Past” as Merwin Greer Opens Up Time Capsule
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_yducrVUDCQ A special ceremony was held at Merwin Greer Public School on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. Along with students of the
More “Mechanical Issues” with CN Rail in Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9qlWQuprDg A number of CN Rail railway crossings were blocked in Colborne on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. Media relations with CN
Video – Chaos on the Road for Emergency Services East of Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gw_OO-6g8qc Emergency services were kept busy east of Cobourg on Thursday November 20, 2025. Shortly before 1 p.m. Cramahe Fire Department
Town of Cobourg Welcomes New Director of Community Services By Town of Cobourg
Lacricia Turner brings extensive recreation leadership experience The Town of Cobourg is pleased to announce the appointment of Lacricia Turner
Annual closure of Canadian Coast Guard seasonal Search and Rescue stations in Ontario
The Canadian Coast Guard seasonal search and rescue stations in Ontario will close on the following dates: · November 24:
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Breaking News – Cobourg Mayor Lucas Cleveland’s Credit Card Statements 2022-2025
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Today’s Northumberland has received the Cobourg Mayor’s credit card statements from December 2022 up till September
Video – Photo Gallery – Bethlehem Walk Takes Place in Cold Springs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JS8DK5RNek The annual Bethlehem Walk took place over the weekend at the Cold Springs Hall in Hamilton Township. Volunteers from across
Video – Photo Gallery – Belleville Santa Claus Parade
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=av9poC58ym8 Santa and Mrs. Claus made their way through the streets of Belleville on Sunday, November 16, 2025. Starting at 4:30
Video – Habitat for Humanity Northumberland Dedicates Home to Cobourg Family
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nc92XmwRyCQ On Thursday November 13th, 2025, Habitat for Humanity Northumberland board members, volunteers and staff joined community members, neighbours, and
Video – Cobourg Celebrates Completion of Elevated Tank and Booster Pumping Station
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13vk007LRjI $3.6 million investment from Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program’s (ICIP) Green Infrastructure Stream The Town of Cobourg and Lakefront Utilities Services
- 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