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OPP Calls For Enhanced Impaired Driving Enforcement
Increases in impaired driving occurrences are prompting the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) to enhance its impaired driving enforcement efforts,
Peterborough County OPP – Serious Collision Closes County Road 507
(MUNICIPALITY OF TRENT LAKES, ON) - Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and
Video – Third GoFundMe Started for Victim of Thursday Nights Collision North of Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9LonA7ax2w A third GoFundMe has been started for the third victim in a horrific collision north of Cobourg on Thursday,
Video – Another GoFundMe Started for One of Three Victims Killed in Collision
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9LonA7ax2w A GoFundMe has been started for another victim of a tragic collision that killed three people on Thursday, March
Video – GoFundMe Started For One of Victims of Deadly Collision North of Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9LonA7ax2w The community is in shock after three people were killed in a tragic collision on Thursday, March 28, 2024
OPP – Know Before You Go: Demonstration Activity
Ensure Demonstrations Remain Lawful, Peaceful and Safe The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding the public of the importance of
Breaking News – Three People Killed in Head-On Collision in Alnwick/Haldimand Township
The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is currently investigating a fatal two vehicle collision in Alnwick-Haldimand
Video – Cobourg and Port Hope Police Polar Plunge Raises Funds for Special Olympics
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDRYnhkjakM It was a great day for a (quick) dip in the waters of Lake Ontario for the annual Cobourg
Cobourg Police – Ajax Man Charged with Theft (No Name Released)
A 35-year-old Ajax man was arrested for theft after police responded to a call Monday morning. On Monday, March 25,
Cobourg/Port Hope Police Polar Plunge 2024 Takes Place Thursday
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YkS-85j6G20 The countdown has begun for the 2024 Cobourg/Port Hope Police Polar Plunge in support of special Olympics Ontario. It’s the
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Campbellford Memorial Hospital’s Laboratory Reports Record Testing Volumes and Strong Performance in 2025
Campbellford Memorial Hospital (CMH) is highlighting the significant work and performance of its Laboratory Services following the release of
Cobourg Hopes to Set Up Daytime Warming Hub
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Check the agenda for Cobourg's next council meeting to get the details of a potential daytime
Christmas Miracle in Brighton Revealed
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Northumberland County Councillor Brian Ostrander shared details of a true Christmas miracle with his fellow councillors
Time To Get Your Casino Royale Tickets
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Community Care Northumberland reminds everyone that Feb. 12 is fast approaching – the date of their
Northumberland Hills Hospital Invites Public Input on Master Plan
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Northumberland Hills Hospital has announced Jan. 28 (5 PM) as the date of its third virtual
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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
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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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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