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2021 – Tragedy and Triumph in Photos
Tragedy and triumph - 2021 had it all. And we are offering a glimpse of what took place. A glimpse we
Ontario Updating Public Health Measures and Guidance in Response to Omicron
Students Returning to In-Person Learning on January 5, 2022 In response to the highly transmissible Omicron variant, the Ontario government,
HKPR District Health Unit – Local Restaurant Closed for Failing to Comply with COVID-19 Regulations
A Minden restaurant has consented to an Order of the Superior Court of Justice to close after failing to
Northumberland Dairy Producers Make Donation to Seven Local Food Banks
Northumberland Dairy Producers Committee members recently made the donation of a total of 560 lbs of butter to 7
Northumberland Hills Hospital – Three Cases of COVID-19 Confirmed Among Staff
Three staff members on Northumberland Hills Hospital’s 2B medical/surgical unit have tested positive for COVID-19 resulting in the Haliburton,
Boxing Day Heroes Rescue Woman From Cobourg Harbour
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJ4qWX81pjk A number of people came to the rescue of a woman in Cobourg Harbour on Sunday, December 26, 2021. Shortly
Northumberland County – Two Cases of COVID-19 Confirmed Among Staff at Golden Plough Lodge
Two employees of Northumberland County’s Golden Plough Lodge (GPL) long-term care home have tested positive for COVID-19. In accordance
Honouring A Tradition – Nearly 250 Free Christmas Dinners Handed Out By Volunteers at Ketch’s Korner in Cobourg
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-MdQlbSue2Q What started out seven years ago as a gesture to help a friend has lead to an annual Christmas
Editorial – How Much Strain Will Temporarily Closing the Emergency Department of CMH Put on Other Hospitals
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CPTPT9NjZL8 Call 9-1-1 But Don’t Go To Campbellford Memorial Hospital If You Have A Emergency. That was the case from Friday
Northumberland Hills Hospital Reinstates Visitor Restrictions
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Out of an abundance of caution, Northumberland Hills Hospital announces an immediate return to Phase One
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Video – “Hurricane Yvan” Honoured With 30-Year Exemplary Service Medal
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFC0PWSB1P0 There was plenty of pride, emotion and more than a few difficult moments to get through the words on
Municipality and Police Service Stands in Solidarity Following Incident in Belleville
Municipality of Port Hope and Port Hope Police Service Stands in Solidarity Following Incident in Belleville The Municipality of Port
Video – Photo Gallery – 52nd Applefest Draws Thousands to Brighton for Celebration of Harvest, Community and Local Pride
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZbbspc7niQ The apples may be at the heart of Applefest, but on Saturday it was the people, the community and
Video – 550 Smoke and CO Alarms Headed to Northumberland Homes in $60,000 Fire-Safety Donation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyiocCbncrQ A donation of 550 combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms valued at close to $60,000 is headed to homes
Video – Photo Gallery – Turkey Vultures Take Centre Stage as Port Hope Festival Draws Thousands
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vl-GKbBQWoI&t=2019s They came for the turkey vultures. They stayed for the music, the wildlife, the education — and, for more than
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Video – Photo Gallery – 52nd Applefest Draws Thousands to Brighton for Celebration of Harvest, Community and Local Pride
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZbbspc7niQ The apples may be at the heart of Applefest, but on Saturday it was the people, the community and
Video – Photo Gallery – Turkey Vultures Take Centre Stage as Port Hope Festival Draws Thousands
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vl-GKbBQWoI&t=2019s They came for the turkey vultures. They stayed for the music, the wildlife, the education — and, for more than
Video – A New Home for Northumberland’s History: County Archives and Museum Opens Its Doors in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0K6kd4RsC9Q&t=27s Northumberland County’s history has a new home — and it is a whole lot bigger, brighter and more welcoming. Located
Video – Photo Gallery – “Massacre In the Making: Suspect Dead After Gun Battle Outside Belleville Synagogue
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rr609emUrKw (President of Sons of Jacob Synagogue, Norm Weddum looks through a bullet hole in a stained glass window of
Video – Photo Gallery – Belleville Community Stands Together at Vigil for Wounded Police Officer and Jewish Community
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KLS_3wT2LPo About 60 people gathered in downtown Belleville Monday evening, September 21, for a hastily organized vigil supporting a wounded
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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 Cougars Edge Lindsay Muskies in Home Opener
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland It was a fresh start for the new Cobourg Cougars in front of their home fans Monday
Northumberland Jacks 16U Makes OBA Championship Tournament Debut
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland A group that began as house league baseball players four years ago, the Northumberland Jacks 16U team
Northumberland Jacks 15U Black Select Team Caps Memorable Season with Top-Eight OBA Finish
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Northumberland Jacks 15U Black Select Team entered the Ontario Baseball Association championship tournament as one of
New-Look Cobourg Cougars Win OJHL Season Opener in Aurora
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Cobourg Cougars opened the 2026-27 Ontario Junior Hockey League regular season Friday night with a 5-2
University Women’s Softball to be Showcased This Weekend in Cobourg
(Ontario University Softball graphic) Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Ontario University Softball is set to launch its 25th season as a league this