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Alnwick Haldimand Council Responds To Fire Chief’s Termination
Yesterday, Monday, January 18, 2021, Mr. Mark Diminie was relieved of his duties, as Fire Chief, with the Township
Ontario Building a More Connected Justice Sector
New program will allow police and justice partners to share digital evidence faster and more securely The Ontario government is
Alnwick/Haldimand Township Turfs Another Fire Chief
The Alnwick/Haldimand Township Fire Department is looking for a Fire Chief - again. Fire Chief Mark Diminie was turfed from
Breaking News – Video – Medical Director of Hope Street Terrace Long-Term Care Says Residents Are Being Neglected by Province
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbOam4CY0NE A few kilometres is making the difference between life and death and who gets the vaccine during COVID times. “My
Despite Lockdown Protest Concerning COVID Carries On In Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hf135dKAm2I&feature=youtu.be The Provincial lockdown didn’t stop at least 20 protesters from demonstrating in front of Victoria Hall in Cobourg on
Update – Unknown if Realtor Has Resigned from Northumberland Hills Association of Realtors
It’s unknown whether a realtor has resigned as a Director of the Northumberland Hills Association of Realtors. In a story
Plane Performs Low Pass Over Rice Lake Near Bewdley
A small plane did a low pass over Bewdley on Saturday, January 17, 2021. Shortly after 2 p.m. a single
Still Open Water on Rice Lake Fire Chief Advises Use Extreme Caution
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZRJKkNwuKo The Hamilton Township Fire Chief is advising people venturing onto Rice Lake to use “extreme caution.” Hamilton Township Fire Chief
Ontario Extends Reopening Ontario Act Orders
COVID-19 orders are needed to protect vulnerable populations and preserve health care capacity The Ontario government, in consultation with the
Second COVID-19 Outbreak Declared at the Golden Plough Lodge
The HKPR District Health Unit has declared the Golden Plough Lodge (GPL) long-term care home to be in outbreak
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Holiday Season News From The Colborne Art Gallery
By Rosanne Dolan, Colborne Art Gallery artist and liaison The “Joy of Giving” is the final show of the 2026
Northumberland County Seeking Volunteers to Support Winter Warming Room
Northumberland County will open its overnight Winter Warming Room tonight, November 2, for people in need. As this service
Ontario Supports Grand Reopening of Wesleyville Church and Schoolhouse Upgrades
Ontario Trillium Foundation grants totalling $176,900 support church restoration and historic schoolhouse improvements in Wesleyville Village MPP David Piccini joined
Video – Photo Gallery – Over 500 Pumpkins Line Lent’s Lane for Annual Pumpkin Parade in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NG3ZKIXR9aM There were 548 pumpkins collected for the annual Pumpkin Parade in downtown Port Hope on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Held
Video – Neighbour Alerts Homeowner to Fire on D’Arcy Street in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eq_JXsjsXzg A quick-thinking neighbour who noticed smoke and flames coming from the roof of a Cobourg home helped alert the
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Video – Photo Gallery – Over 500 Pumpkins Line Lent’s Lane for Annual Pumpkin Parade in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NG3ZKIXR9aM There were 548 pumpkins collected for the annual Pumpkin Parade in downtown Port Hope on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Held
Video – Photo Gallery – Fleming College Paramedic Students Gain Hands-On Experience During Vehicle Extrication Training in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hk3eu1rtDZQ Twenty-five students from Sir Sandford Fleming College’s Paramedic Program got a hands-on lesson in what it takes to work
Video – Photo Gallery – Members of the Canadian Coast Guard and Military Conduct Search and Rescue Training Off Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1vyQaabBL_4 What an incredible sight on the waters of Lake Ontario just off Cobourg. On Monday, October 26, 2026, members of
Video – Lucas Cleveland Re-Elected Cobourg Mayor as Adam Bureau Wins Deputy Mayor Race
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fe-wxTsae1g Cleveland secures second term with 4,524 votes as voters elect three new councillors and send a message to town
Video – Photo Gallery – World Snooker Champion Cliff Thorburn Delights Legion Members in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNrU4Dzkgv8 ‘The Grinder’ shares stories from a legendary career, performs trick shots and reflects on a lifetime in snooker A world
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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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West Northumberland U15 BB Wild win host Halloween Havoc tournament
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The West Northumberland Wild U15 BB team captured the division championship at its host Halloween Havoc tournament
Video – Photo Gallery – Northumberland Stars Remain Undefeated After Hard-Fought Battle Against Brighton Vikings
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMgboo5XFgU The Northumberland Stars kept their undefeated record intact Friday night, October 23, after defeating the Brighton Vikings in a
Cobourg Cougars Drop Dukes to Continue Strong Play
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland After tallying eight goals during a road win Saturday in Aurora, the Cobourg Cougars netted nine more
Undefeated Northumberland Stars, Brighton Vikings Set to Meet Friday in Colborne
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Two undefeated teams from neighbouring communities will put their perfect Greater Metro Jr. A Hockey League records
Cobourg Cougars Edge Lindsay Muskies in Home Opener
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland It was a fresh start for the new Cobourg Cougars in front of their home fans Monday