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Cobourg Opens Community Garden at James Tracey Park for Garden Members Only
Ontario government declares community gardens essential especially for those facing food insecurity. Under the direction of the Government of Ontario
HKPR District Health Unit – Recent Outbreaks in Area Long-Term Care and Retirement Homes
The local health unit has been working with its health care partners to conduct COVID-19 testing of all residents
Community of Cobourg Gives Memorable Tribute To Veteran Who Helped Liberate Holland
It was a memorable day for Cobourg resident David Ramsay on May 5, 2020. Ramsay was not able to be
Unwelcome Visitors Take Up Residence At Brighton Lawn Bowling and Croquet Club
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZtoM9sGxtQ&feature=youtu.be The Brighton Lawn Bowling and Croquet Club has a few unwelcome visitors taking up residence at the clubhouse. A family
OPP – Intelligence-Led Investigation Leads to Record Inland Seizure of Opium
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oSaODicQUhA&feature=youtu.be Several individuals are facing numerous charges under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) as a result of an
Ontario Significantly Increases Daily Lab Testing
Expanded testing critical to stop the spread of COVID-19 Ontario has significantly increased testing and contact tracing capacity, allowing health
HKPR District Health Unit – Retesting to Be Conducted After Lab Error
May Have Created Inaccurate COVID-19 Results Residents and staff from two long-term care homes are going to be retested after
Many Different Types of Masks for COVID-19
Masks, there are many brands, styles from homemade to surgical. In one area of Toronto on May 2, 2020 masks
Family Cools Off By Floating Down Cobourg Creek
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-pUm6y-8tzI&feature=youtu.be A Cobourg family found a way to have some fun during COVID-19 times on Sunday, May 3, 2020. Kyle Withers,
Updated Information – Tentative Repatriation for Fallen Canadian Soldiers Set to Take Place on Wednesday
File photo the first time the name "Highway of Heroes" was mentioned as three fallen soldiers were repatriated. Capt.
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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
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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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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