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Category: Police Blotter
Cobourg Police – Eight People Charged with Possession (No Names Released)
As part of ongoing enforcement efforts in relation to open air drug use, possession, and trafficking in the Town
OPP – Nearly 1.7 Tonnes of Illegal Drugs Seized in One of the Largest Drug Busts by Weight in Ontario
Drugs Seized Valued at More Than $139 Million A multi-jurisdictional, cross-border investigation resulted in the seizure of nearly 1.7 tonnes
Quinte West OPP – Investigating Fatal Motorcycle Collision in Trenton
Members of the Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with EMS and Fire, responded to
Peterborough Police Service – Incidents Include Weapons Arrest, MVC (No Names Released)
Weapons Arrest A 44-year-old Peterborough man is facing charges after an incident Wednesday evening. At approximately 10:40pm on July 22, 2026,
Video – Photo Gallery – Chris Leather Officially Sworn In as 14th Chief of the Cobourg Police Service
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGN8MJmfsVQ With the sound of bagpipes echoing through Victoria Hall, Chris Leather was officially sworn in Thursday afternoon as the
Peterborough County OPP – Fatal Injuries Following Propane Explosion at Golf Course
The Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), along with EMS and Fire, responded to a report
Northumberland OPP Conduct Commercial Motor Vehicle Enforcement Initiative
Members of the Northumberland and Peterborough Detachments of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), alongside specialized OPP Commercial Motor Vehicle
Peterborough Police Service – Incidents Include, Break and Enter Arrest, MVC Update (No Names Released)
Break and Enter Arrest A 44-year-old man wanted in connection with a break and enter earlier this month was located
Video – Northumberland OPP – Transport Driver Charged After Stabbing in Alnwick/Haldimand Township (Name Released)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aKekwcytEx4 Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual following an altercation between
Northumberland OPP – Driver Charged with Impaired Following Collision (Name Released)
Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual following a single-vehicle collision
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In My Opinion: A New Chief, A New Direction for Cobourg Police
First impressions matter. For a new police chief, they may matter more than most. Chris Leather has been in charge of
YMCA Strong Kids Duathlon Expands to Two Locations for 18th Anniversary!
For the first time in its 18-year history, YMCA Northumberland’s Strong Kids Duathlon is expanding to two different locations
Mary Frances Brings Local Ties and National Momentum to SONG Benefit Concert
One of Canada's fastest-rising young folk performers will take the stage in Port Hope this fall, bringing an evening
Northumberland County Welcomes Bill Detlor as New Director of Community and Social Services
The County is pleased to announce the appointment of Bill Detlor as Director of Community and Social Services. A
Volunteer Contributions Celebrated at NHH Auxiliary Annual Meeting
Service pins presented to 23 dedicated volunteers marking 5 to 55 years of service The Northumberland Hills Hospital Auxiliary held
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OPP – Nearly 1.7 Tonnes of Illegal Drugs Seized in One of the Largest Drug Busts by Weight in Ontario
Drugs Seized Valued at More Than $139 Million A multi-jurisdictional, cross-border investigation resulted in the seizure of nearly 1.7 tonnes
Video – Photo Gallery – Chris Leather Officially Sworn In as 14th Chief of the Cobourg Police Service
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nGN8MJmfsVQ With the sound of bagpipes echoing through Victoria Hall, Chris Leather was officially sworn in Thursday afternoon as the
Video – Photo Gallery – Wind, Water and Waves Put on a Show Along Cobourg’s Waterfront
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Is513bBIi74 Wind, water and waves defined the day in Cobourg on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. Strong north winds whipped Lake Ontario
Video – Photo Gallery – St. Lawrence II: A Tall Ship Built for Adventure, Teamwork and Discovery
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p3AJXr3xOMY The sight of a tall ship sailing into Cobourg Harbour is always a welcome one. The St. Lawrence II stopped
Video – Photo Gallery – Grafton Legion Celebrates Royal Canadian Legion’s 100th Anniversary
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJbn5RMlA9Y The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 580 in Grafton welcomed members of the community on Friday, July 17, to celebrate
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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 – Soccer Fans Turn Pickup Truck into Outdoor Viewing Party in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhpBaIX8LTo A day at the beach in Cobourg didn't stop one group of friends and family from catching one of
Local Players, Coach Part of New GMHL Team in Brighton
By Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Greater Metro Jr. A Hockey League will have a second team in Northumberland County for
World-Class Achievement Recognized at Annual CDSHF Induction
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland A seventh contingent of star athletes has been inducted into the Cobourg and District Sports Hall
Marc Mercier’s Hockey Journey from Timmins to Toronto, Cobourg and Cambridge Too
By – David McPherson/Ontario Hockey Association COLLINGWOOD, ON – Ontario Hockey Association Chairman Marc Mercier and Ontario Junior Hockey League
Video – A Dream Come True for Cobourg Hockey Player Picked in the First Round of the OHL Draft
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mq52lR02ATE What a week it has been for Cobourg's Lauchlan Whelan. The 15-year-old hockey standout is still trying to take it