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Category: Police Blotter
Durham Regional Police – Female Arrested for Fraud after Impersonating Nurse
A 25-year-old female is facing several fraud charges after impersonating a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN). On Wednesday, March 8,
OPP Charge Two People Following Fraud Investigation at St. Michael’s Hospital Redevelopment Project
Large Procurement Fraud at St. Michael's Hospital Members of the Ontario Serious Fraud Office (SFO) have charged two people following
Breaking News – Numerous OPP Resources Including Nuclear and Explosives Response Team Investigating Shooting
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DrYGdEhqRdY The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is now investigating a shooting. The incident had initially been under
Peterborough County OPP Looking for Witnesses/Information
Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating an incident which occurred on
Officials Believe Cause of Fire in Downtown Cobourg Was Burning Plastic Off Of Copper Wire
Cobourg Police are working along side members of the Cobourg Fire Department to determine the exact cause of a
Cobourg Police – Witnesses Sought Following Shooting
The Cobourg Police Service is investigating a shooting that occurred earlier today after the victim attended an area hospital
New Chief of Port Hope Police Service Sworn In
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8Q1dnzsEzs In front of family, friends and colleagues, Tim Farquharson was sworn in as the new Chief of Police for
Two Cobourg Men Face Multiple Charges Following Investigation by Cobourg Police
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UITeNYjNDW4 Two Cobourg men face a long list of charges following a investigation by the Cobourg Police Services. Last week, police
Northumberland OPP Patrolling the Snowmobile Trails Over the Weekend
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tph2wY0qQY8 Northumberland OPP were out patrolling the trails of Northumberland County on their snowmobiles on Saturday, March 4, 2023. Sgt. Pat
Peterborough County OPP – Double Fatal Collision Closes Highway 7
Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and emergency crews are currently at the
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- Local News
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