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Brave Families Tobogganing In Frigid Temperatures In Port Hope
A few people braved the frigid temperatures to venture out to the Lions Club hill in Port Hope for
Check Snow Routes In Your Municipality for Overnight Parking.
To avoid a ticket or even worse to have you vehicle blocked in by snow, check with your municipality
Caroline Street Skating Rink Officially Opens for Another Season in Port Hope
The Caroline Street Skating Rink in Port Hope is officially open as of January 20, 2019 now that the
Cobourg Police Asking For Public’s Assistance 24-Hours After Senior Goes Missing (UPDATE Missing Senior Found)
UPDATE: As of 3 p.m. on Sunday, January 20, 2019. Cobourg Police issued release. Please be advised that 83
Otters At Cobourg Harbour
At least four otters have taken up residence at Cobourg Harbour. On Thursday, January 17, 2019 the four otters were
Q & A with MPP Piccini At New Year’s Levee
MPP for Northumberland – Peterborough South and Parliamentary Assistant to the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, David Piccini
Father Says System Is Broken After Town Removes Hockey Net In Front of Cobourg Home
A Cobourg father is still waiting for answers after the town took his son’s hockey net
Ontario Taking Steps to Improve the Endangered Species Act
Government Invites Public Input on Increasing Program Efficiencies, Achieving Positive Outcomes for Species Ontario's government is working for the people
Sarah Honey Welcomes Opening of Conservative Nomination
COBOURG, ON – Sarah Honey welcomes the opening of the Conservative Party of Canada’s nomination process in Northumberland –Peterborough South.
Cobourg Police Services Board Elects New Chair
At the Cobourg Police Services Board January 15, 2019 meeting, the Board unanimously elected Council appointee Dean Pepper as
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Update – GoFundMe Created for Paramedics Involved in Madoc Collision
A GoFundMe has been created for paramedics that were involved in a collision on Monday, February 2, 2026 in
Mark Mills Announces He’s Running for Cobourg Council
Mills states "Fiscal Responsibility, Community Safety, and Transparency" "I am announcing my decision to run for Cobourg council. My goal
Town of Cobourg and YMCA Announce March Break Camp Partnership
Campers to enjoy activities at both facilities The Town of Cobourg and YMCA Northumberland are pleased to announce a new
Response to Northumberland County Housing Fire in Colborne Gets High Praise
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland While there are no updates on the Jan. 30 fire at a Northumberland
Northumberland County Staff Will Compile Affordable-Housing List
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland County council will be provided with a fully updated accounting on the number of Northumberland County
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Video – Photo Gallery – In My Opinion – Be Proud Northumberland County – Be Canadian Proud
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbygVjlGUiM Since Afghanistan, Northumberland County residents have lined the bridges along the Highway of Heroes paying their respects to our
Video – Photo Gallery – Enjoying The Beauty of a Canadian Winter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46kF_KhdXxY Stunningly beautiful sunset on Sunday, February 1, 2026 in Cobourg. It’s been a truly Canadian winter with the pure white
Video – Photo Gallery – 34th Annual Polar Plunge Raises Funds for Campbellford Memorial Hospital
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5yy1gvZE-o The 34th annual Polar Plunge was held on Saturday, January 31, 2026 in support of Campbellford Memorial Hospital. Approximately $40,000
Breaking News – Video – Photo Gallery – At Least 20 People Displaced Following Apartment Fire in Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peFOiCS_HBw Officials are still trying to account for everyone after a Northumberland County Housing Corporation apartment complex was destroyed by
Video – Photo Gallery – Chilly Sunset Along the Lakeshore in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBYsaEqePA0 Cold warnings once again as the area goes into a deep freeze on Friday, January 30, 2026. Another beautiful sunset
- 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
- Sports
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West Northumberland Curling Club Member Competing at Scotties Tournament of Hearts
Kristina (Adams) Brauch of the West Northumberland Curling Club is set to play for Team Newfoundland and Labrador at
Local Players in OHL U16 Showcase in Peterborough This Week
Trent Clow and Lauchlan Whelan will compete Tuesday and Wednesday at the Ontario Hockey League’s U16 Top Prospects Showcase
Current Competes at World Cross Country Running Championships, Signs Nike Contract
Kate Current, originally from Precious Corners just north of Cobourg, competed for Canada in the mixed relay at the
Cobourg Cougars Head Into New Year with Lengthy Losing Streak
The Cobourg Cougars junior A hockey club will look to reverse its fortunes after the calendar flips to 2026. Following
Port Hope’s Owen Beck Scores First NHL Goal
(Photo courtesy of Montreal Canadiens) In his 21st NHL game, Port Hope’s Owen Beck scored the first goal of his