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Category: Police Blotter
Belleville Police – Incidents Include Assault Peace Officer, Collision Leads To Impaired Charges, Disturbance (Names Released)
Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 296 calls for service between 5:00 am on August 21,
Northumberland OPP – Incidents Include Fraud, Stolen Vehicle, Sexual Assault
Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges in connection with a number
Northumberland OPP – Seeking Public Assistance for Theft Investigations
The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is seeking the public's assistance as officers investigate overnight thefts
Video – Another Day, Another Wrong-Way Driver in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5EFu3rkCMDU Another day, another wrong-way driver in Cobourg. As reported numerous times by Today’s Northumberland, there appears to be an ongoing
Northumberland OPP – Inmate Charged with Assault at Warkworth Institution
The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating an assault that occurred at a correctional facility
Cobourg Police – Public Press Conference Rescheduled
The Cobourg Police Service would like to inform the media and public that due to unforeseen circumstances the press
Cobourg Police – Investigating Suspicious Fire
Cobourg Police Service is investigating after responding to a fire early Thursday morning. On August 20, 2026, at approximately 3:15
Cobourg Police – Bewdley Man Facing Multiple Charges After Driving Gas-Powered Scooter (No Name Released)
A Bewdley man is facing multiple charges after police conducted a traffic stop on Wednesday. On August 19, 2026, at
Public Invited to Press Conference Regarding Cobourg’s Enhanced Approach to Restoring Order in Community
Members of the media and public are invited to attend a press conference hosted by the Cobourg Police Service,
Cobourg Police – Incidents Include, Theft, Fail to Comply,
Theft, Possession of Property Obtained by Crime, Fail to Comply A 31-year-old Cobourg man is facing charges after police responded
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Six Northumberland Residents Honoured for Making a Difference
Six Northumberland–Clarke residents whose volunteer work, generosity and commitment to their communities have touched thousands of lives were recognized
Exclusive – Video – Cobourg Banker Dumped at Side of Road After 11-Months in Dubai Prison
Malnourished, sick and facing extradition to South Sudan, O’Grady says he was suddenly dumped at roadside and told ‘good
Video – Photo Gallery – A Sea of Orange in Alderville: More Than 600 Walk to Remember the Children
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3B_f2UHODLc More than 600 people filled the roads of Alderville First Nation Wednesday, September 30, in a powerful sea of
Firefighters Answer the Call — Now Ontario Will Help Pay the Bill
When the call comes in, firefighters don't get to decide whether it is worth responding. They roll. Fire trucks leave the
Video – Salmon Run Continues to Draw Crowds to Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UYEAPoRnfUA The salmon are still running — and visitors are still coming to watch one of nature’s most spectacular annual
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Video – Photo Gallery – A Sea of Orange in Alderville: More Than 600 Walk to Remember the Children
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3B_f2UHODLc More than 600 people filled the roads of Alderville First Nation Wednesday, September 30, in a powerful sea of
Video – Salmon Run Continues to Draw Crowds to Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UYEAPoRnfUA The salmon are still running — and visitors are still coming to watch one of nature’s most spectacular annual
Video – Photo Gallery – 52nd Applefest Draws Thousands to Brighton for Celebration of Harvest, Community and Local Pride
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZbbspc7niQ The apples may be at the heart of Applefest, but on Saturday it was the people, the community and
Video – Photo Gallery – Turkey Vultures Take Centre Stage as Port Hope Festival Draws Thousands
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vl-GKbBQWoI&t=2019s They came for the turkey vultures. They stayed for the music, the wildlife, the education — and, for more than
Video – A New Home for Northumberland’s History: County Archives and Museum Opens Its Doors in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0K6kd4RsC9Q&t=27s Northumberland County’s history has a new home — and it is a whole lot bigger, brighter and more welcoming. Located
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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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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
Northumberland Jacks 16U Makes OBA Championship Tournament Debut
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland A group that began as house league baseball players four years ago, the Northumberland Jacks 16U team
Northumberland Jacks 15U Black Select Team Caps Memorable Season with Top-Eight OBA Finish
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Northumberland Jacks 15U Black Select Team entered the Ontario Baseball Association championship tournament as one of
New-Look Cobourg Cougars Win OJHL Season Opener in Aurora
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Cobourg Cougars opened the 2026-27 Ontario Junior Hockey League regular season Friday night with a 5-2
University Women’s Softball to be Showcased This Weekend in Cobourg
(Ontario University Softball graphic) Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Ontario University Softball is set to launch its 25th season as a league this