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Ganaraska Forest and Local Conservation Areas Closed to the Public
The public is reminded that the Ganaraska Forest and all conservation areas in the Ganaraska watershed are closed to
Breaking News – Ontario Extends Business Closures to Stop the Spread of COVID-19
Additional Measures Necessary to Protect the Health and Safety of the People of Ontario Following the advice of the Chief
Breaking News – Emergency Services Salutes The Unsung Heroes In Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdOS1PlLnGQ&feature=youtu.be The sounds of sirens wailing could be heard throughout Port Hope on the morning of April 3, 2020. But it
Alderville First Nation Declares State of Emergency
Alderville First Nation Chief Dave Mowat and Council have issued a State of Emergency. In an emergency meeting held on
Cobourg’s Waterfront Festival and Rotary Ribfest Cancelled due to COVID-19
Community partners align on provincial and federal guidelines to ensure safety of citizens." In light of the developing situation around
Corbett’s Dam Closed to Spectators During Annual Trout Run
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3R3EU5HfG6U&feature=youtu.be Corbett's dam in Port Hope is closed to spectators who take in the annual trout run each year. Barricades have
Reasons To Be Grateful to Many People These Days
Signs like this on County Road 30 in Campbellford seem to be popping up everywhere - and for good
Emotional Show of Support As Heroes Thank Heroes At Northumberland Hills Hospital
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9C05ODBZN8Q&feature=youtu.be Heroes were applauding heroes at Northumberland Hills Hospital on Tuesday, April 1, 2020 in Cobourg. Emergency services came out to
Notice of Trail Closures in Northumberland County Forest
With recent measures to close outdoor recreation spaces in order to promote social distancing and reduce the risk of
Public Required to Identify Themselves if Charged with Breaching an Emergency Order During the COVID-19 Outbreak
People who are being charged with an offence under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (EMCPA) will be
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Video – Winter Wallop for Southern Ontario on Boxing Day
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DnXWzMlaW24 Boxing Day took on a new meaning for most of southern Ontario with a winter wallop for most of
Video – “Significant Flooding” at St. Michael Elementary School in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGido4rAJm0 Damage estimates are still unknown after the lower portion of St. Michael Catholic elementary School was flooded in Cobourg. At
Video – Photo Gallery – Special Guests Brought In for St. Peter’s Anglican Church Christmas Eve Service
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXFjjyYkBOI There were a few extra guests at the St. Peter’s Anglican Church Christmas Eve Service in Cobourg. To be precise,
Video – Canadian Tire Gives Back to the Community of Northumberland County
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P86wRZNN-cI Canadian Tire gave a Christmas Eve donation to Northumberland County Food 4 All in Cobourg. The local Canadian Tire store
Quick Response by the Belleville Fire and Emergency Services Contains Kitchen Fire
The Belleville Fire and Emergency Services - Fire Prevention Division is currently investigating a structure fire that occurred today
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Video – Photo Gallery – Special Guests Brought In for St. Peter’s Anglican Church Christmas Eve Service
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXFjjyYkBOI There were a few extra guests at the St. Peter’s Anglican Church Christmas Eve Service in Cobourg. To be precise,
Exclusive – Video – Photo Gallery – Grinch Takes The Fun Out of Christmas in Bowmanville
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=92UfKGfuDlY The Clay family has been served notice from the Municipality of Clarington - Skelly’s got to go. Skelly has been
Video – Christmas Lights at Old Scugog Road in Bowmanville
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGauc6EJVEY Anyone who lives in driving distance of Bowmanville, either knows of, and likely has visited Old Scugog Road to
Video – Photo Gallery – Trent Hills Fire Department Toy Drive Is What Christmas Is All About
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8e0wkkJIjQ The Trent Hills Fire Department Toy Drive wrapped up on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at the Trent Hills Emergency
Exclusive – Winter Parking Tickets Cancelled for Cobourg Mayor Lucas Cleveland
“It is the Mayor's and we are working on a solution,” stated Kevin Feagan (Manager, Bylaw Enforcement and Licensing)
- 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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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
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