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Ontario Implementing Enhanced Measures to Safeguard Public from COVID-19
Although Risk in Ontario Remains Low, New Structure will Ensure Health System Readiness As the scope of the COVID-19 outbreak
Local Northumberland County Health Partners Continue to Work Together in Preparation for Potential COVID-19 Cases
Although the risk of becoming ill from COVID-19 continues to be low in Ontario, the local Health Unit and
Ontario Confirms Four New Positive Cases of COVID-19
All Protocols Followed and Risk to Ontarians Remains Low On March 1, 2020, Dr. David Williams, Chief Medical Officer of
Ontario Protecting Children and Youth from Dangers of Vaping
Province Building Healthier and Safer Communities by Expanding Prevention Initiatives and Services to Help Quit Vaping Following extensive consultation, Ontario
Ontario Confirms More Positive Cases of COVID-19
All Protocols Followed and Risk to Ontarians Remains Low On February 29, 2020, Dr. David Williams, Chief Medical Officer of
Cobourg Fire Department Practicing Ice Water Rescue Training At Cobourg Harbour
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pT9cfbkRtaI&feature=youtu.be Approximately 24 members of the Cobourg Fire Department spent Saturday, February 29, 2020 practicing their ice water rescue training
No Injuries After Car Bursts Into Flames On Highway 401 Near Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fISeupuNRUc&feature=youtu.be Five people were unhurt after their car caught fire on Highway 401 west of Cobourg on Saturday, February 29,
Ontario Confirms New Positive Case of COVID-19
All Protocols Followed and Risk to Ontarians Remains Low On February 28, 2020, Dr. David Williams, Chief Medical Officer of
Breaking News – No Injuries After House Fire In Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jde8fWaNZbc&feature=youtu.be Damage is estimated in excess of $75,000 after a house fire in Cobourg on Friday, February 28, 2020. Firefighters were
Snow Squalls Make Traveling Difficult for Drivers
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxlrmS9FWbo&feature=youtu.be Tow operators in the area were once again kept busy on Friday, February 28, 2020 after snow squalls made
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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
Blue Dot Northumberland Receives $3,000 as Coastal Cleanup Partner
The Town of Cobourg recognized Blue Dot Northumberland’s partnership at this year’s Great Lakes Coastal Cleanup during the December
Port Hope Police Service Joins Ontario’s Provincial Bail Compliance Dashboard
The Port Hope Police Service has officially joined the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Provincial Bail Compliance Dashboard (PBCD), a
Town of Cobourg – Municipal Offices and Transit Holiday Closures
The Town of Cobourg would like to advise residents of the following schedule changes during the upcoming holiday season
Township of Hamilton Appoints Brian Gilmer as CAO
On behalf of the Mayor and Members of Council, the Township of Hamilton is pleased to announce the appointment
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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)
Video – Photo Gallery – The 10th Annual Castleton Pet Parade Takes Over the Streets
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2RqlTYAvgA The 10th annual Castleton Pet Parade took place on Sunday, December 7, 2025. The annual event lets owners bring out
Video – Fresh Blanket of Snow Illuminates Christmas Magic in Victoria Park
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKBx7K2ONuU With a fresh blanket of snow on Sunday, December 7, 2025, a number of people headed down to Victoria
Video – Tammies Jammies in Full Swing Thanks to Community Efforts
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3uWyJS_AGwI Tammies Jammies is in full swing this year marking the ninth year for the event. Port Hope Police Constable Tammie
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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