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Young Participants Sought as Research Continues for Local U of T Student
Story by Jeff Gard A local University of Toronto student is involved in a research project that studies how children
Statement from Durham Police Chief Regarding “Events” Around the Globe
June 3, 2020 Community members, Like you, we have been greatly impacted by the events happening around the globe. What took
Statement from Commander Maritime Forces Atlantic on Recovery Operations of Stalker 22 in the Mediterranean Sea
Rear-Admiral Craig Baines, Commander Maritime Forces Atlantic At 10:00 a.m. Atlantic time yesterday, the decision was made to conclude
Ontario’s New Broadband Program Looks to Connect Residents & Business in Northumberland – Peterborough South
Province leveraging up to $500 million to help connect residents and businesses to the 21st century digital economy The Government
Ontario Supports Those Struggling with Electricity Bills During COVID-19
The Ontario government announced that it will continue to support provincial electricity consumers by providing stability and greater customer
Directorate of Flight Safety Releases Initial Report on CF Snowbirds Accident
The Department of National Defence’s Airworthiness Investigative Authority has issued a preliminary From the Investigator (FTI) report in relation
HKPR District Health Unit – Two Local COVID-19 Outbreaks Declared Over
The local public health unit today is providing an update on the COVID-19 outbreaks in its area. The Haliburton, Kawartha,
Ontario Dental Association Shares Reopening Plans
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland After 12 weeks of restrictions, Ontario’s dentists got the green light last night to begin planning
Cobourg Council Votes Unanimously to Close Victoria Beach
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EigLUn_P3Go&feature=youtu.be By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland In a special meeting Monday, Cobourg council voted unanimously to close the Victoria Park beach through
Pride Month Kicks Off In Cobourg and Northumberland County
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5dsDiMUu_yk&feature=youtu.be June is Pride Month and the town of Cobourg and Cobourg Police kicked off the month with two ceremonies
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Dramatic Scene as Retired Cobourg Firefighter Comes Upon Recreational Vehicle Fire
A retired Cobourg firefighter was one of the first on scene as a recreational vehicle caught on fire in
Video – Photo Gallery – Record Number of Participants for 2025 Lock and Paddle in Peterborough
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKz8XpwU4mc It was an exciting day for both paddlers and tourists as they descended on the Peterborough Lift Lock on
Video – Photo Gallery – Spectacular Drone and Fireworks Show at Festival On The Bay
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1lJWWB_EOrU A spectacular drone show and fireworks took place on Friday, July 18, 2025 as part of Downtown Trent’s Festival
Videos – Photo Gallery – The Cobourg Busker Festival Takes Over Downtown Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YhVqpjrR2w https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzupz5Cm4UI The Cobourg Busker Festival took over downtown Cobourg on Friday, July 18, and Saturday, July 20, 2025. A number of
Video – Canadian Tire Sets Record Raised for Jumpstart Thanks to the Community of Northumberland
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VFklWSESLWM It was a record year for Jumpstart at the Canadian Tire store in Cobourg. Founded in 2005, Jumpstart helps kids
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Videos – Photo Gallery – The Cobourg Busker Festival Takes Over Downtown Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YhVqpjrR2w https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzupz5Cm4UI The Cobourg Busker Festival took over downtown Cobourg on Friday, July 18, and Saturday, July 20, 2025. A number of
Video – Photo Gallery – Protest Against Mayor of Cobourg Among Other Things
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1GMRAAX0VDU Approximately 20 people showed up in front of Victoria Hall to protest the Cobourg Mayor, violence and protecting the
Video – Cobourg Legion Pipes and Drums Visits Seniors Homes for Outdoor Summer Concerts
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BanLjB8Ciyc The Cobourg Legion Pipes and Drums entertained residents at St. Peter’s Court in Cobourg on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. The
Breaking News – Video – Cobourg Police Investigating Serious Assault
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYkOjGb5svg Cobourg Police continue to investigate a serious assault in the west end of town early Tuesday, July 15, 2025. At
Video – Two Drivers Taken Into Custody Following Four-Vehicle Collision in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZAGvswFCKQ Two drivers were taken into custody at the scene of a four vehicle collision in Cobourg on Monday, July
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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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Kodiaks Falls to Excelsiors in Brampton in Major Series Lacrosse Action
The Cobourg Kodiaks lost their fourth straight Major Series Lacrosse game Thursday night 16-9 to the host Brampton Excelsiors. It
Video – Tucker Williams Continues to Make Big Strides in Lacrosse Development
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ESDa5eT__CA Already very accomplished for his age at 14, Baltimore’s Tucker Williams simply just loves playing lacrosse. “People say it’s the
Cobourg’s MacNiel Drafted by Montreal Canadians
Andrew MacNiel of Cobourg was selected in the sixth round, 189th overall, by the Montreal Canadiens at the 2025
Cobourg and District Sports Hall of Fame Inducts Class of 2025
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Announced last March, a sixth group of inductees was welcomed to the Cobourg and District Sports
St. Mary Student Gets Full Hockey Scholarship
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Following graduation day at St. Mary Secondary School next week, boom! Sophie Harold is outta here