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No More Walking In The Sand At Victoria Beach in Cobourg – For Now
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYx_1SgVra8&feature=youtu.be There is no dispute now that Victoria Beach is completely closed as of June 16, 2020. Bright and early town
Artist Creates Fantasy Unicorn Along The Beach Fence in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPHv2DlaG-I&feature=youtu.be Local artist Jenny Duda has created her latest piece of beach art on Tuesday, June 16, 2020. Duda created a
HKPR District Health Unit – Update on Local COVID-19 Outbreaks
The local public health unit today is providing an update on the COVID-19 outbreaks in its area. The Haliburton, Kawartha,
Ontario Eases Restrictions on Wedding and Funeral Ceremonies
Attendees Will Still be Required to Practice Physical Distancing The Ontario government is providing more flexibility on the number of
Community Comes Out to Support Black Lives Matter Protest In Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tca5zUUforg&feature=youtu.be A protest in Port Hope attracted approximately 200 people in the growing movement of black lives matter on Saturday,
Family Evacuated From Cobourg Home After Finding Possible Explosive Device
A Cobourg family were evacuated from their house after finding a possible explosive device on Saturday, June 13, 2020. “I
Port Hope Drive-In Officially Open!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQG5RO3OI0s&feature=youtu.be It was as packed as it could be for the first drive-in of the season in Northumberland County. The Port
Freedom Friday As People Flock to Patios and Barbershops
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5e2Iu7f5YnQ&feature=youtu.be It was freedom Friday as people flocked to area pubs and barbershops after months of isolation. The Beamish House Pub
Local Artist Brightens Up Victoria Beach in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N3qjHWBO1Tk&feature=youtu.be A Cobourg woman felt compelled to create artwork on the fence along Victoria Beach. Jenny Duda swims along the lakeshore
Ontario to Resume Family Visits in Long-Term Care Homes, Retirement Homes, and Other Residential Care Settings
Strict Health and Safety Guidelines Will Be Required to Protect Residents, Visitors and Staff In consultation with the Chief Medical
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City of Belleville Encouraging Residents to Register for Health Care Connect
The City of Belleville is encouraging residents without a family doctor or nurse practitioner in the Quinte region to
BECN Opens Starter Company Growth Program Applications
The Business & Entrepreneurship Centre Northumberland (BECN) is now welcoming applications for its Starter Company Growth Program, which supports
Search and Rescue Stations Across Ontario Including Cobourg Open for 2026 Recreational Boating Season
The Canadian Coast Guard’s seasonal search and rescue stations across Ontario will open on the following dates: • March 20:
The Capitol Theatre Port Hope Announces 2026 Casting
Pre-Season 2026 | Videos & Movies on Vimeo Single Tickets on Sale March 31 Rob Kempson, Artistic Director of the Capitol
Northumberland Land Trust Signs Agreement to Create 21st Nature Reserve
The Northumberland Land Trust (NLT) today announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding for the future acquisition
- Photo Galleries
Video – Photo Gallery – Icy Courage, Warm Hearts: Polar Plunge Raises Thousands for Special Olympics
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VnyQIX1Fw6Q The 2026 Cobourg/Port Hope Police Polar Plunge stands out as one of those events that perfectly blends community spirit,
Video – Photo Gallery – Northumberland Stars Take 2-0 Series Lead in GMHL Russell Cup Final
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x3uAJZpIMlo Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland After hosting the first two games at home, the Northumberland Stars are in control of the Greater
Video – Photo Gallery – Standing Room Only as New Frontier Immortality IV Electrifies Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fYjkvphud1Q A capacity crowd packed into Williams Academy on Friday night as New Frontier: Immortality IV delivered an electrifying evening
Video – Photo Gallery – Northumberland Stars Edge Wasaga in Shootout to Open GMHL Russell Cup Final
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=thpo9E-iYLs Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Northumberland Stars outlasted the Wasaga River Dragons 7–6 in a shootout to open the Greater Metro
Video – Transport Stuck on Dudley Road in Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypJ4KnXAUUw A transport truck was stuck on Dudley Road in Colborne for most of the day on Tuesday, March 17,
- 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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Northumberland Stars Lose Game 3 in Wasaga; Still Lead GMHL final 2-1
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Two unanswered goals in the third period Tuesday night gave the Wasaga River Dragons their first win
Host St. Mary Thunder 1-1 at OFSAA girls ‘A/AA’ Hockey Championship in Cobourg and Area
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Cobourg’s St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Thunder won their opening game as host of the Ontario Federation
CCI Wolves Win One, Lose One On First Day of OFSAA ‘AAA’ Boys Hockey
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Cobourg Collegiate Institute Wolves rebounded from a morning loss to pull out a win in the
Cobourg’s St. Mary Thunder Hosting OFSAA Girls A/AA Hockey at Three Local Venues
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) girls ‘A/AA’ hockey championship is being hosted this year
Cobourg Collegiate Institute Set to Compete at OFSAA Boys Hockey Tournament in Lasalle-Windsor
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland After recently winning the Central Ontario championship, the Cobourg Collegiate Institute Wolves are one of 16 teams