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Category: Police Blotter
Breaking News – Homeless Person in Critical Condition After Being Assaulted in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNe6jwlXozQ A 59-year-old homeless man is in critical condition after being assaulted in Port Hope. On Friday, August 5, 2022 emergency
Road Fatalities, Thousands of Charges Over Long Weekend by OPP
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to five road fatalities over the Civic Holiday long weekend, while working around
Boat Sinks at Cobourg Marina
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bDfnrQfN61c Emergency services were called to the Cobourg Marina on Thursday, August 4, 2022 after a boat sunk at a
No Charges After Vehicle Collides With Building in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKQGX_-HrFo There were no injuries after a vehicle collided with the front of a restaurant in Port Hope on Thursday,
The Story Behind The Photo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JC5cpcUaHPE It was a day along Highway 401 that emergency services or people who were involved won’t soon forget. On Thursday,
Cobourg Police – Woman Arrested for Fraud (No Name Released)
In December 2021 police received a report from a Cobourg resident that multiple loans had been taken out in
Cobourg Police – Two Suspects Arrested After Break and Enter (No Names Released)
On Monday, August 1st, 2022 at approximately 8:50 am, police were called to an address on James Street regarding
Driver Taken To Hospital After Vehicle Strikes Hydro Pole in Hamilton Township
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qminfz8OaXc One person was taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries after a vehicle struck a hydro pole in Hamilton
Peterborough County OPP – Traffic Stop Leads to Impaired Driving Charge (Name Released)
Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a vehicle on Stockdale Road at
Busy Weekend in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Emh-2NqoU08 By the number of people on Cobourg beach on Sunday, July 31, 2022, it was the busiest day of
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Video – Photo Gallery – In My Opinion – Be Proud Northumberland County – Be Canadian Proud
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbygVjlGUiM Since Afghanistan, Northumberland County residents have lined the bridges along the Highway of Heroes paying their respects to our
Lakelands Public Health Provides Information Regarding Cybersecurity Incident
Organization takes proactive steps to protect systems and maintain public trust Lakelands Public Health is advising the public that it
Northumberland County Council Committee Looks Into the Future on CMH
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Northumberland County council's Community Health Committee got a look at the new Campbellford Memorial Hospital project
Northumberland County Looks at Committee Reimbursement
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Members of the County of Northumberland's advisory committees receive no per diem reimbursement for their time
Offload Delays Persist at Area Hospitals
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The ambulance offload delays that began to concern health authorities back in 2022 continue, Northumberland Paramedics
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Video – Photo Gallery – In My Opinion – Be Proud Northumberland County – Be Canadian Proud
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbygVjlGUiM Since Afghanistan, Northumberland County residents have lined the bridges along the Highway of Heroes paying their respects to our
Video – Photo Gallery – Enjoying The Beauty of a Canadian Winter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46kF_KhdXxY Stunningly beautiful sunset on Sunday, February 1, 2026 in Cobourg. It’s been a truly Canadian winter with the pure white
Video – Photo Gallery – 34th Annual Polar Plunge Raises Funds for Campbellford Memorial Hospital
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5yy1gvZE-o The 34th annual Polar Plunge was held on Saturday, January 31, 2026 in support of Campbellford Memorial Hospital. Approximately $40,000
Breaking News – Video – Photo Gallery – At Least 20 People Displaced Following Apartment Fire in Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peFOiCS_HBw Officials are still trying to account for everyone after a Northumberland County Housing Corporation apartment complex was destroyed by
Video – Photo Gallery – Chilly Sunset Along the Lakeshore in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBYsaEqePA0 Cold warnings once again as the area goes into a deep freeze on Friday, January 30, 2026. Another beautiful sunset
- 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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West Northumberland Curling Club Member Competing at Scotties Tournament of Hearts
Kristina (Adams) Brauch of the West Northumberland Curling Club is set to play for Team Newfoundland and Labrador at
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