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Ontario Enables Auto Insurance Companies to Provide Driver Rebates During COVID-19
The Ontario government is enabling auto insurance companies to provide temporary insurance premium rebates to drivers during the COVID-19
COVID-19 Respite Centre Taking Shape At Victoria Park Campground in Cobourg
Cobourg Police Service and the Town of Cobourg have worked to set up a COVID-19 isolation/care centre for first
Emotional Journey As Hamilton Township Fire Department Honours Those In The Fight Against COVID-19
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bx-V3I66Hs&feature=youtu.be It was one of the most emotional events for Hamilton Township Fire Chief in his three decades as a
Ontario Ramping Up Protection for Long-Term Care Residents
In order to better protect the most vulnerable and stop the spread of COVID-19 in long-term care homes, the
NHH Inviting Community Sewers to Support Four Priority Needs for Patients and Area Front-Line Health-Care Workers
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH) is inviting local residents who know how to sew or
Security in Downtown Cobourg Topic of Discussion At Upcoming DBIA Meeting
Security in the downtown of Cobourg will be addressed at the upcoming DBIA Board meeting this coming Friday. On Wednesday,
Power Surge Causes Damage To Three Homes In Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SuPj8LlO3AI&feature=youtu.be Emergency services in Cobourg responded to Hamilton Avenue for arcing wires and found out quickly there was a bit
Video – Local Partners in Northumberland Team Up To Produce Personal Protective Equipment
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vf5h9AD-3Jw&feature=youtu.be By Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s Northumberland An informal network of local manufacturers, makers and volunteers have organized their own supply chain for
Health Unit Issues Order – Probable Cases Of COVID-19 Must Isolate or Face Fine of $5,000 A Day.
To help protect area residents, the local Health Unit is taking stronger steps to help slow the spread of
Ontario Extends Declaration of Emergency to Continue the Fight Against COVID-19
On the advice of the Chief Medical Officer of Health and with the approval of the Ontario legislature, the
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Coroner’s Inquest Gives Recommendations Regarding Death of Dominick Martorino
A Coroner’s Inquest has given four recommendations regarding the death of Dominick Martorino. Forty-three-year-old Martorino died on April 6, 2021
In My Opinion – A Chief for the People: Remembering Harry Greer
A Chief for the People: Remembering Harry Greer There are people who pass through a community — and then there
Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honour of Former Fire Chief Harry Greer
(Today's Northumberland file photo January 5, 2019) The Town of Cobourg advises residents that flags across the municipality have been
Video – One Taken to Hospital After Early Morning Garage Fire in Brighton
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oc4S108lRPA One person was taken to hospital following an early morning garage fire in Brighton on Monday, April 6, 2026. Fire
Video – Photo Gallery – Damage Tops $1 Million After Fire at Northumberland Heights Wellness Retreat and Spa
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-B9NtomEjIY A quiet rural property known for rest and relaxation became the scene of an intense firefight Monday afternoon, as
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Video – Photo Gallery – Damage Tops $1 Million After Fire at Northumberland Heights Wellness Retreat and Spa
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-B9NtomEjIY A quiet rural property known for rest and relaxation became the scene of an intense firefight Monday afternoon, as
Video – Highway of Heroes Volunteers Fight Rising Tide of Litter in Honour of Fallen Soldier
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4JCkLL1djA On a crisp Saturday morning, three volunteers trudged along the Wesleyville off-ramp of Highway 401, armed with garbage bags,
Video – Photo Gallery – Sun, Crowds and Trout: Good Friday Comes Alive Along Cobourg and Port Hope Waterfronts
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzQ4C7yBlDQ Good Friday brought near-perfect spring conditions to the Lake Ontario shoreline, drawing residents and visitors alike to the waterfronts
Video – Cobourg Crossing Guard Hops into Easter Spirit Early
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2C3UIs6OxUY The Easter Bunny made an early appearance in Cobourg’s west end, bringing smiles—and chocolate—to local students. Danielle Kent-Greenhorne, a crossing
Video – Photo Gallery – Spring Surge Along the Waterfront Brings Anglers, Walkers — and a Few Problems
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLOnUuZtFhI It’s been a busy stretch along the Lake Ontario shoreline in both Port Hope and Cobourg, as mild weather
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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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Video – Photo Gallery – Northumberland Stars Win GMHL Russell Cup Championship
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kuZ6Lj9CWZs Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Northumberland Stars shined as the top team in the Greater Metro Jr. A Hockey League this
Northumberland Stars One Win Away From GMHL Championship; Host Game 5 Saturday in Colborne
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Northumberland Stars have taken a commanding 3-1 series lead in the Greater Metro Jr. A Hockey
Georgian Bay Wins OFSAA Girls Hockey Championship at Cobourg Community Centre
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Georgian Bay District Secondary School captured the gold medal at the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations
CCI Wolves Eliminated from OFSAA Boys Hockey by Tiebreaker
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Cobourg Collegiate Institute Wolves won their final round-robin pool play game Wednesday morning at the Ontario
St. Mary Thunder Defeated in OFSAA Girls Hockey Quarterfinals
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Cobourg’s St. Mary Thunder were eliminated from the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) girls’ A/AA