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Category: Police Blotter
Out of Control Vehicle Collides With OPP Cruiser and Tow Truck on Highway 401 East of Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Yz6uYxsjZw It was a close call for emergency services on Highway 401 on Saturday, March 9, 2024. At approximately 8 a.m.
Video – Cobourg Police – Cobourg Man Charged After Break-In at Habitat for Humanity ReStore (No Name Released)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uVcLUNhVdlY A 34-year-old Cobourg man faces charges after police responded to an alarm call early Friday morning. On March 8, 2024,
Northumberland OPP – Trent Hills Man Charged in Historical Sexual Offence
The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Crime Unit have charged an individual in relation to a
Belleville Police Service – Calls Include Person Charged for Watching Homeowner and Child Sleep (No Names Released)
Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 100 calls for service over a 24-hour period beginning at
Northumberland OPP – Two Vehicle Collision Leads to Arrest for Impaired (Name Released)
One person has been charged after a police investigation into a two-vehicle collision. On March 6, 2024, at approximately 9:00
Port Hope Police – Incidents Include Breach of Undertaking, Impaired Driver, Criminal Harassment (No Names Given)
Breach of Undertaking A 37-year-old Roseneath male was charged with failure to comply with an undertaking, after he attempted to
Port Hope Police – Port Hope Woman Charged with Various Offences Including Kidnapping Regarding 13-Year-Old (No Name Given)
A 37-year-old Port Hope woman has been charged with sexually assaulting a 13-year-old victim. A warrant will be sought
No Injuries Following Single Vehicle Collision in Canadian Tire Parking Lot
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4lV9WQ5O2cw No one was injured following a single vehicle collision in Cobourg on Tuesday, March 5, 2024. At approximately 6:30 p.m.
Belleville Police Service – Calls Include Arrests on Warrant, Arrest for Causing a Disturbance (Names Released)
Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 84 calls for service over a 24-hour period beginning at
Durham Police – Sleep Clinic Technician Charged with Sexual Assault (Name Released)
A male employed as a sleep clinic technician has been arrested after he sexually assaulted a patient during her
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Video – 15-Minute Delay by Cobourg Fire Department Responding to VSA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M9gwuW4Dhp8 Today’s Northumberland has learned it took fire crews 15-minutes to respond to a person who was vital signs absent
Port Hope Teacher Pleads Guilty to Sexual Offenses Involving Minors
By: Dan Jones, Northumberland 89.7 FM News, Local Journalism Initiative. WARNING: This story contains graphic depictions of sexual misconduct involving
Upgrades to William Street Bridge in Cobourg Continue
Work continues on the upgraded William Street bridge in Cobourg which includes several different sections that are constructed at
Municipality of Brighton to Transition Away from Automated Speed Enforcement Program
The Municipality of Brighton remains committed to enhancing public safety and protecting persons using its municipal roadways. In response
Members of the Canadian Armed Forces Flying in for Port Hope Remembrance Day Services
(Today's Northumberland file photo) On Tuesday, November 11, 2025, members of Branch 30 of the Royal Canadian Legion Port Hope will
- Photo Galleries
Video – Photo Gallery – Unveiling of National Memorial to the Fallen in Kingston
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OkmA9fTa6hg A monument honouring fallen soldiers throughout Canada’s history was unveiled in Kingston on Saturday, November 1, 2025. The memorial kiosk
Video – Port Hope Man “Outraged” Over Halloween Decoration
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2UabMKE2QTk A Port Hope man said he’s “outraged” when he saw a Halloween decoration on his neighbours property. Jordan Knight was
Video – Photo Gallery – Port Hope Police Hold Multi-Agency Scenario at High School
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2esV8V3Xs8 Port Hope Police held a training session at Port Hope High School on Monday, October 27, 2025. Members of the
Video – Tense Moments on Highway 401 East of Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6JmI72TGfk A few tense moments on Highway 401 east of Port Hope on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. At approximately 1 p.m.
Video – Blue Jays Watch Party in Port Hope for Game 2 of the World Series
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBGGdvSsnsg For anyone planning to watch the Blue Jays this Saturday, October 25, 2025 you’re welcome to join in on
- 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
- AllBaseballHockey
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
Oshawa FireWolves of the NLL Sign Contract with Defenseman Kyle Rubisch
The Oshawa FireWolves of the National Lacrosse League (NLL) have agreed to a one-year contract with defenseman Kyle Rubisch,
Video – Mayor Enjoys a Round of Disc Golf in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGuQoOGRDD8 Although he was beat by a rookie, Cobourg Mayor Lucas Cleveland enjoyed a round of disc golf in Cobourg
Panthers Snap Four-Game Losing Skid
After four straight losses to open the Provincial Junior Hockey League season, the Port Hope Panthers got their first
Back-To-Back Losses for Port Hope Panthers to Open PJHL Season
The Trent Hills Thunder scored three unanswered goals in the third period to defeat the Port Hope Panthers 3-2