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NHH Auxiliary Is In for Big Changes
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Once the COVID pandemic is over, Northumberland Hills Hospital Auxiliary representative Marg Hilborn said at the
Recruitment Efforts for NHH Medical Team Expand Existing Physician Complement
Recent recruitment efforts for NHH medical team expand existing physician complement and bring new specialist care close to home
Supporting Lifelong Learning through Expanded Library Broadband
Ontario funding broadband for public libraries in unserved and underserved communities The Ontario government is investing more than $4.8 million
Ontario Enhances Security at Adult Correctional Facilities
New ion scanners will help reduce the risk of contraband from entering institutions and improve safety The Ontario government is
Port Hope and District Chamber of Commerce Mayor’s Breakfast Goes Virtual
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The annual Port Hope and District Chamber of Commerce Mayor's Breakfast was held virtually this year,
Love Local and Win Local this Valentine’s Day in Cobourg
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The Town of Cobourg’s Community Services Division is encouraging residents to Love Local this Valentine’s Day
Breaking News – Provincial Government Makes Amendment Allowing Groomers to Open
MPP David Piccini kept his word and brought the concerns of groomers to his colleagues. Piccini posted an update on
Northumberlnad County and Snowmobile Association Struggle to Find Agreement
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s Northumberland As the winter weeks go by, snowmobiling is not being permitted in Northumberland Forest for lack
Officials Working Together to Help Person After Dangerous Shelter Discovered in Downtown Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QsoBrH3veME&feature=youtu.be Downtown Cobourg business owner Adam Bureau discovered a homemade shelter below a fire escape next to his business. The
HKPR District Health Unit – Restrictions Will Buy Time Until Vaccines Are In Better Supply
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Encouragingly lower COVID-19 numbers notwithstanding, only widespread vaccinations will truly bring progress in getting past the
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Video – Ginny & Georgia Are Back in Cobourg for Season 4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qNwRLrK9jU Filming is now underway for Ginny & Georgia season four. The Netflix production has been home to Cobourg since the
New Nuclear at Wesleyville — Public Comments Invited
On December 16, 2025, the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) received an Initial Project Description (IPD) from Ontario
Port Hope – 2025 Year In Review
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s Northumberland Now live on the Municipality of Port Hope's website – the 2025 Year In Review. A Friday-afternoon
Local Players in OHL U16 Showcase in Peterborough This Week
Trent Clow and Lauchlan Whelan will compete Tuesday and Wednesday at the Ontario Hockey League’s U16 Top Prospects Showcase
Current Competes at World Cross Country Running Championships, Signs Nike Contract
Kate Current, originally from Precious Corners just north of Cobourg, competed for Canada in the mixed relay at the
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Video – Photo Gallery – Memorable Wedding Photos on Cobourg Pier
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7EBaPJOqFk It was a beautiful day for a wedding on Friday, January 9, 2026 in Cobourg. A Peterborough couple came down
Video – Photo Gallery – Ripley’s Aquarium in Toronto Is More Than Aquatic Life
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQpReEJ-A8M There was much more than just aquatic life at Ripley’s Aquarium in Toronto on Friday, January 9, 2026. Walking into
Video – Photo Gallery – What A Difference A Day Makes for Toronto Skyline
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OLhcUxFr0S0 With weather changing daily, so does the skyline of Toronto. Over the course of Friday and Saturday, Today’s Northumberland was
Video – Photo Gallery – Encapsulating Wonder of Mother Nature
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75ybcjd5CBU The encapsulating beauty of the sun setting along Lake Ontario draws people in the summer and winter. Thursday (January 8,
Video – Photo Gallery – Snow Cleared from Downtown Cobourg Overnight
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYPrUS11zsQ A fleet of construction vehicles including a grader, dump trucks and more rolled into downtown Cobourg shortly after midnight
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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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Local Players in OHL U16 Showcase in Peterborough This Week
Trent Clow and Lauchlan Whelan will compete Tuesday and Wednesday at the Ontario Hockey League’s U16 Top Prospects Showcase
Current Competes at World Cross Country Running Championships, Signs Nike Contract
Kate Current, originally from Precious Corners just north of Cobourg, competed for Canada in the mixed relay at the
Cobourg Cougars Head Into New Year with Lengthy Losing Streak
The Cobourg Cougars junior A hockey club will look to reverse its fortunes after the calendar flips to 2026. Following
Port Hope’s Owen Beck Scores First NHL Goal
(Photo courtesy of Montreal Canadiens) In his 21st NHL game, Port Hope’s Owen Beck scored the first goal of his
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