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Category: Police Blotter
Northumberland OPP – Weekend Incidents Include Charges of Dangerous Operation, Flight from Police, Structure Fire, Assault, Impaired Operation (Names Released)
Officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to various calls and patrolled the county
Northumberland OPP – Fatal Collision Involving Motor Vehicle and Train
Members from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a fatal collision involving a passenger
Cobourg Police – Cobourg Woman Charged with Assault and Fail to Comply (No Name Released)
A 38-year-old Cobourg woman is facing charges after police investigate a report of assault. On Saturday, September 7, 2024, at
Cobourg Police – Grafton Man Charged with Assault with a Weapon and Possession of Weapon (Name Released)
A 36-year-old Grafton man is facing charges after police investigate a report of assault. On Friday, September 6, 2024, a
Video – Vehicle Bursts Into Flames After Colliding with Train South of Grafton
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1tA4yOBweqc One person was killed after a vehicle and train collided south of Grafton on Monday, September 9, 2024. Emergency services,
Update – Breaking News – OPP – Peterborough Police Officer Charged (Name Released)
The Ontario Provincial Police has arrested and charged a member of the Peterborough Police Service in relation to an
Breaking News – Peterborough Police Officer Charged (NO NAME RELEASED)
On Saturday, September 7, 2024, Investigators working out of the Ontario Provincial Police General Headquarters Criminal Investigation Branch arrested
Durham Police – Female Facing Charges After Threat Made Against Durham College (Name Released)
An 18-year-old female from Whitby has been charged after making a threat over Snapchat. On Thursday, September 5, 2024 the
Cobourg Police – Sexual Assault Investigation
A 40-year-old Cobourg man is facing charges in relation to a sexual assault investigation. On Thursday, September 5th, 2024, the
Port Hope Teacher Facing Sex-Related Charges Released on Bail
(Photo credit: Facebook) A teacher charged with numerous offences was released from custody following a bail hearing on Thursday, September
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Video – Transport Driver YouTuber Gets Pulled Over on Highway 401 Near Brighton
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfQiZfOfvuM A transport driver who also streams on YouTube was pulled over on Highway 401 east of Brighton on Thursday,
Breaking News – “Major Milestone” Reached at the Golden Plough Lodge & Northumberland Archives and Museum
Northumberland County has announced the new facility has successfully passed building inspection, is fully up to code, and has
Law Foundation of Ontario Funds “Equal Step” Program to Strengthen Access to Justice in Northumberland County
The Help Centre and Northumberland Community Legal Centre (partner agencies of The Help and Legal Centre of Northumberland) are
Valentine’s Day Fundraiser: Pre-Order Cookies & a Cuddly Keepsake to Support the YMCA Strong Communities Campaign
YMCA Northumberland is thrilled to announce their continued partnership with Roda’s Kitchen of Cobourg to offer beautiful handmade shortbread cookies
Light Up a Life Campaign Raises Record-Breaking Funds
Incredible community support has propelled Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH) Foundation’s annual Light Up a Life campaign to new heights,
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Video – Photo Gallery – A Memorable Canadian Winter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DYIR5kDtiE Another dousing of the white stuff kept emergency services busy throughout Northumberland County on Monday, January 19, 2026. Numerous vehicles
Video – Photo Gallery – No Injuries After Transport Collides with Antique Store North of Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_M7La7LIdvs There were no injuries after a transport truck struck a pickup truck before slamming into a antique Store in
Video – Photo Gallery – Memorable Winter in Northumberland County
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jg8pmC7bhQo It’s been a memorable winter for those who enjoy the outdoors in Northumberland County. The area has been inundated with
Video – Photo Gallery – Brian McFarlane Showcases Art, Talks Hockey in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ij9yzueUTHg Legendary hockey broadcaster Brian McFarlane was on hand at the Northumberland Arts Gallery & Shop in Port Hope on
Video – Photo Gallery – Memorable Wedding Photos on Cobourg Pier
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7EBaPJOqFk It was a beautiful day for a wedding on Friday, January 9, 2026 in Cobourg. A Peterborough couple came down
- 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
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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
OJHL Prospect Series will have games in Cobourg and Feature Local Players
Rosters were announced recently for the Zach Hyman Ontario Junior Hockey League Prospect Series and feature a number of