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Video – Driver Walks Away from Spectacular Collision in Hamilton Township
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1IcrpQtiow Emergency services couldn’t believe the driver of a pickup truck walked away virtually uninjured from a collision in Hamilton
Durham Region Police – Police Seeking Information After Deceased Dog Found in Suitcase
Police are appealing for witnesses after a deceased dog was located in a suitcase in Oshawa. On Friday, November 7,
Port Hope Police – Arrest Made in Poppy Donation Box Theft (No Name Released)
(Today's Northumberland file photo) On November 6, 2025, officers from the Port Hope Police Service arrested a female suspect in
Northumberland OPP – OPP Seize Illicit Cannabis Valued at More Than $1.6 Million
An investigation in Brighton has resulted in the arrest of five individuals and the seizure of 580 illicit cannabis
Belleville Police – Adopt-a-Child / Keep Kids Warm Program Wraps Up Another Successful Season
The 2025 Adopt-a-Child / Keep Kids Warm program has officially wrapped up for the season, marking another tremendous year
Durham Region Police – Male Wanted After Sexual Assault in Oshawa
Police are searching for a male suspect following a sexual assault in Oshawa. On Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at approximately
Exclusive – Breaking News – All Charges Dropped Against Seven People Facing Drug Charges
Seven people facing drug charges as a result of a search warrant had their charges withdrawn in Provincial Court
Port Hope Police and Northumberland OPP – Community Donation Announcement
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLNDMXMdRjg The Port Hope Police Service, Port Hope Police Services Board and Northumberland OPP are pleased to announce donations of
Belleville Police – Belleville Resident Charged with Animal Cruelty After Biting Cat (No Name Released)
On November 3rd at 10:17am, Belleville Police responded to an animal welfare complaint. Upon investigation, police discovered that a
Durham Region Police – Suspect Charged After Delivery Driver Assaulted at McDonalds (Name Released)
A delivery driver was assaulted after a male suspect made hateful comments in Clarington. On Saturday, November 1, 2025, at
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Update – Video – Northumberland OPP Continue to Investigate Suspicious Death in Municipality of Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-crD5b-Z0EI Northumberland OPP continue to investigate the cause of death of a person who was located at a Municipality of
Video – After Three Months Plaque Honouring Royal Visit in Cobourg Finally Removed
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_e4eRg1KIt4 Three months after Cobourg Council approved a notice of motion a plaque to remove a plaque commemorating the visit
Township of Cramahe Announces New Manager of Environmental Services
The Township of Cramahe is pleased to welcome Rob Lake as the new Manager of Environmental Services (Water/Wastewater). Reporting directly
Habitat for Humanity Northumberland Dedicates Home in Brighton
On Thursday February 19th, 2026, Habitat for Humanity Northumberland board members, volunteers, staff, community members, neighbours, and local dignitaries
Port Hope Council Members Compromise to Continue Ward Boundary and Council Composition Review
After much debate at Tuesday night’s Port Hope council meeting, a Ward Boundary and Council Composition Review will continue
- Photo Galleries
Video – Photo Gallery – What A Difference A Day Makes in the Weather
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQWfBguitRw In less than 24-hours it looks like we’ve gone from above freezing temperatures with fog blanketing the area to
Video – Photo Gallery – Families Enjoy Canada’s Sport at the 2026 Castleton Cup
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AkOmkvwhOgA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B5GWSjG5Y9M Nearly 30 teams from across southern Ontario took part in the annual four-on-four pond hockey tournament at the Castleton
Video – Photo Gallery – Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services Recertify Ice Water Training
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jI0GBz8dKko Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services were along the shore of Lake Ontario on Sunday, February 15, 2026 performing
Video – Photo Gallery – Cobourg Fire Department Training in Cobourg Harbour
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vptnRI9eOGs Members of the Cobourg Fire Department spent Saturday (February 14, 2026) morning ice water rescue training in Cobourg Harbour. Acting
Video – Photo Gallery – Mighty Ganaraska River Covered in Layer of Snow and Ice
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Wfbz00Q6OU The mighty Ganaraska River seems to be mostly covered in a layer of ice through downtown Port Hope. The ice
- 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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Video – Photo Gallery – Families Enjoy Canada’s Sport at the 2026 Castleton Cup
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AkOmkvwhOgA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B5GWSjG5Y9M Nearly 30 teams from across southern Ontario took part in the annual four-on-four pond hockey tournament at the Castleton
Video – Photo Gallery – Brighton Native Hallie Clarke Places 19th in Women’s Skeleton Racing at Winter Olympics
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mhUQTHE01hc Brighton native Hallie Clarke continued to improve and saved her best slide for last in her Winter Olympics debut
Northumberland Breakers Undertow 16U Girls Volleyball Wins Gold
The Northumberland Breakers Undertow 16U girls volleyball team captured the gold medal on Sunday, February 8, 2026, with an
Video – Port Hope Panthers Beat Trent Hills Thunder in PJHL Action
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGgeTMsiSl4 It was Emergency Services Night as the Port Hope Panthers beat Trent Hills Thunder in PJHL action at the
Video – Still Room for Teams at the Upcoming 2026 Castleton Cup
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fxq89xEGLbk A perfect winters evening at the Castleton Sports Club on Friday, February 7, 2026. With snow falling and the lights