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MNRF – Ministry Seeks Public’s Help in Case of Deer Shot from the Road
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry is seeking the public’s help in identifying the individual or individuals responsible
Cobourg Launches Survey Seeking Residents Opinions on Retail Cannabis Outlets
The Town of Cobourg is seeking input from residents ahead of the upcoming decision to opt-out of allowing recreational
Ontario Improving Fire Safety – Proposed Amendments Would Protect “Double-Hatters”
Proposed amendments would finally protect Ontario’s “double-hatters” and reform the interest arbitration process for resolving fire service collective agreements The
Ontario’s Government for the People Launches New Fish and Wildlife Licensing Service
Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry TORONTO - Ontario's Government for the People has launched a better way for hunters
Fire Crews Respond To Report of Smoke Coming From Corn Dryer
Hamilton Township Fire Department and Cobourg Fire Department were called to smoke coming from a corn dryer on County
Fire In Cobourg Sends One Person To Hospital
An afternoon fire sent one person to hospital and caused extensive damage to a housing unit in Cobourg on
“He Would Have Killed Them, Given A Chance” Says Relative Of Victim Of Shooting At Northumberland Hills Hospital
Exclusive - A relative of the victim killed by her husband at Northumberland Hills Hospital said the family is
Cobourg Police Chief Issues Press Release Concerning Conclusion of SIU Investigation
“The file has been closed and no further action is contemplated…” Tony Loparco, Director of Ontario’s Special Investigations Unit
Breaking News!!! – SIU Determines Shots Fired at Man in Northumberland Hills Hospital were Justified
After over a year, the Special Investigation's Unit has released their report about the shooting at Northumberland Hills Hospital
Couple Surprised To Receive Letters Dating Back To World War 2
A Port Hope couple got a surprise earlier this year dating back to the Second World War. Colleen and Jim
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Video – Neighbouring Fire Departments Get Hands On Extrication Training
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rMYwh0-WSR4 Cobourg and Hamilton Township Fire Services spent Friday, May 24, 2025 practicing extrication training at Chadwick’s Towing Yard. Hamilton Township
Video – Cobourg Yacht Club Hosts Kite Foil Regatta
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rAyBw6E9fTk The Cobourg Yacht Club is hosting the first annual Kite Foil Regatta this weekend. Competitors for the event have come
Change of Command Ceremony at Warkworth Institution
On May 23, 2025, the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) held a Change of Command Ceremony at Warkworth Institution,
Video – Provincial Investment Adds a New Tool for Telling Stories at the Canadian Fire Fighters’ Museum in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Hmv0EMOJ5k Canadian Fire Fighters Museum receive over $60,000 to develop interactive exhibits and preserve firefighting history. On Thursday, May 22, 2025, MPP
High-Speed Internet is Taking Root in Rural Northumberland County
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5BlMnEAm-S4 Construction underway to connect 11,000 rural homes and businesses Northumberland County is proud to announce that construction of a transformative
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Video – Neighbouring Fire Departments Get Hands On Extrication Training
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rMYwh0-WSR4 Cobourg and Hamilton Township Fire Services spent Friday, May 24, 2025 practicing extrication training at Chadwick’s Towing Yard. Hamilton Township
Video – Proud Parents Show Off Their Young at Nawautin Sanctuary
After what seemed like a long wait, at least seven cygnets came into this world on Monday, May 19,
Video – Always Something New at Nawautin Sanctuary
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WaabYyHL6iw There is no rush when watching natures creatures. Nawautin Sanctuary always has something new to see - it just takes
Video – Parkrun Welcomes Participants in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uM8zk8QSVIU The number of participants is increasing as word spreads about Parkrun in Cobourg. Parkruns are free, weekly community events for
Video – Start of the Sailing Season with the Boats in the Water in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMOtSY2w_Bg Fifty-three-sailboats were hoisted into Cobourg Harbour on Saturday, May 10, 2025. The sailboats were lined up on Friday around the
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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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Wakely Advances with Barrie Colts in OHL Playoffs
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Port Hope’s Dalyn Wakely and the Barrie Colts have advanced to the Ontario Hockey League’s Eastern
Wakely and Miedema to Meet in Game 7 with OHL Clubs
(Photo gallery) The second-round Ontario Hockey League playoff series between the Kingston Frontenacs and Barrie Colts is heading to a
Local Players Facing Off in OHL Playoff Series
Cobourg’s Ethan Miedema of the Kingston Frontenacs and Port Hope’s Dalyn Wakely of the Barrie Colts are currently squaring
Video – 17th Annual Port Hope Firefighters Association Hockey Tournament
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxPUhl56_Ck The 17th annual Port Hope Firefighters Association Hockey Tournament kicked off on Friday night at the Jack Burger Sports
Video – Old Puckers Raise Money for Ed’s House
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jFisEpWoMVo A special presentation was held at the Cobourg Community Centre on Friday, March 28, 2025 before a charity hockey