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MNRF Removes Traps As Bear In Port Hope Has Apparently Moved On
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZcBaPy50Xo It appears the bear which may have been residing in Port Hope is gone. After seven days of no reports
CMHA – Fewer Ontarians Are Seeking Mental Health Supports During COVID-19
Fewer Ontarians are seeking mental health supports during COVID-19, but services are helping those who use them. As more details
OHT-Northumberland Gives COVID Update
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Northumberland County has been blessed with a relatively-low incidence of COVID-19 cases and no deaths, Northumberland
Ontario Workplace PPE Supplier Directory
On May 14, 2020, Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, announced how Ontario is supporting
Port Hope Police – Municipal Land Use Restrictions Lifted
Residents are advised that the land use restrictions bordering the Ganaraska River will be lifted as of Wednesday, May
Port Hope Police – Urban Bear Up-Date
(file photos of one of two bear traps currently in Port Hope) There have been no confirmed reports of bear
GRCA to Open Conservation Areas and Ganaraska Forest in Phases
Last week the Province announced the opening of provincial parks and conservation reserves; causing some confusion amongst the public
Breaking News – Ontario Announces Additional Workplaces that Can Reopen
Additional seasonal, retail and household businesses must follow public health guidelines On May 14, 2020, the Ontario government announced the
Canada and Ontario Take Steps to Further Protect Farm Workers
Funding will help enhance health and safety measures during COVID-19 The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to
Getting Things Back to Normal (For Now) Along The Ganaraska River in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wISQtDgMjH4&feature=youtu.be The Ganaraska River is back open and in business for anglers starting on Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Shortly after 6
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Video – Cobourg Police Assist in Responding to Garage Fire
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSRxJp8y5Ak On February 9, 2026, at approximately 11:00 p.m., while conducting proactive radar enforcement on William Street, an officer observed
Belleville Fire and Emergency Services Respond to Structure Fire
Call Received: February 9, 2026 @ 11:18 The Belleville Fire and Emergency Services - Fire Prevention Division investigated a structure
Update – Video – Robert is Back Home with His Family in New Brunswick
After a long journey, Robert Beckett is back home in New Brunswick. Seventy-five-year-old Robert
With the Help from the Cobourg Community, LCBO Staff Save Man’s Life and Reunite Him with Family
By Cecilia Nasmith/Pete Fisher The staff at the LCBO at Northumberland Mall not only saved a man's life, they restored
Good Food at the Pancake Brunch – And Good Works Too
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland If you have Shrove Tuesday pancakes in mind for Feb. 17, you could not only get
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With the Help from the Cobourg Community, LCBO Staff Save Man’s Life and Reunite Him with Family
By Cecilia Nasmith/Pete Fisher The staff at the LCBO at Northumberland Mall not only saved a man's life, they restored
Video – Photo Gallery – In My Opinion – Be Proud Northumberland County – Be Canadian Proud
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbygVjlGUiM Since Afghanistan, Northumberland County residents have lined the bridges along the Highway of Heroes paying their respects to our
Video – Photo Gallery – Enjoying The Beauty of a Canadian Winter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46kF_KhdXxY Stunningly beautiful sunset on Sunday, February 1, 2026 in Cobourg. It’s been a truly Canadian winter with the pure white
Video – Photo Gallery – 34th Annual Polar Plunge Raises Funds for Campbellford Memorial Hospital
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5yy1gvZE-o The 34th annual Polar Plunge was held on Saturday, January 31, 2026 in support of Campbellford Memorial Hospital. Approximately $40,000
Breaking News – Video – Photo Gallery – At Least 20 People Displaced Following Apartment Fire in Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peFOiCS_HBw Officials are still trying to account for everyone after a Northumberland County Housing Corporation apartment complex was destroyed by
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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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Northumberland Breakers Undertow 16U Girls Volleyball Wins Gold
The Northumberland Breakers Undertow 16U girls volleyball team captured the gold medal on Sunday, February 8, 2026, with an
Video – Port Hope Panthers Beat Trent Hills Thunder in PJHL Action
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGgeTMsiSl4 It was Emergency Services Night as the Port Hope Panthers beat Trent Hills Thunder in PJHL action at the
Video – Still Room for Teams at the Upcoming 2026 Castleton Cup
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fxq89xEGLbk A perfect winters evening at the Castleton Sports Club on Friday, February 7, 2026. With snow falling and the lights
Brighton to Hold Watch Party for Olympian Hallie Clarke
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Brighton native Hallie Clarke is getting set to compete at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics in
West Northumberland Curling Club Member Competing at Scotties Tournament of Hearts
Kristina (Adams) Brauch of the West Northumberland Curling Club is set to play for Team Newfoundland and Labrador at