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Category: Police Blotter
City of Kawartha Lakes OPP – Seeking Public Assistance in Shoplifting Investigation
The City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is seeking the assistance in identifying an
Update – Cobourg Police – Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle
The Cobourg Police Service is investigating a collision involving a pedestrian struck by a vehicle in
Video – Person Struck by Vehicle in Downtown Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nb0dvnr7nc0 One person was rushed to hospital after being struck by a vehicle in downtown Cobourg on Wednesday, September 30,
Peterborough Police – Drug Arrests (No Names Released)
Four people were taken into custody after an investigation by the Peterborough Police Service Drug Unit. At approximately 1:00pm on
Belleville Police – Drug Arrests (Names Released)
On September 28, 2026, members of the Belleville Police Service Drugs, Intelligence and Street Crime Unit executed two Controlled
Cobourg Police – Warrant and Bail Violation Arrests (No Names Released)
The Cobourg Police Service (CPS) made three arrests on September 23, 2026, for outstanding warrants and a bail violation. At
Belleville Police Service Welcomes Three New Constables
On September 29, 2026, the Honourable Justice Bonn of the Ontario Court of Justice presided over the swearing-in ceremony
Durham Region Police – Charges Laid in Fraud Investigation into Ajax Soccer Club (Names Released)
A male and female are facing numerous charges after a fraud investigation into the financial statements of the Ajax
Peterborough County OPP – Break, Enter and Theft at Conservation Park
Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to an address in Otonabee-South
Port Hope Police – Careless Driving Charge Following Social Media Challenge
On September 6, 2026, Port Hope Police Service responded to a three-vehicle collision in a drive-thru in Port Hope. Police
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Alnwick-Haldimand Council Will Have Almost All New Faces
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s Northumberland When the new Alnwick-Haldimand Township council is sworn in, there will be only one member from
Todd Attridge Elected Mayor in Port Hope; Four Councillors Return
By Jeff Gard/Today's Northumberland Todd Attridge has unseated Olena Hankivsky as mayor for the Municipality of Port Hope. Attridge, a councillor
Hamilton Township Votes for Councillor Positions; Mayor and Deputy Acclaimed
By Jeff Gard/Today's Northumberland Two councillors have been re-elected in Hamilton Township and a former one is returning. Residents were only
Sandra Arthur Elected New Mayor of Cramahe Township
Jeff Gard/Today's Northumberland After serving three consecutive terms as deputy mayor, Sandra Arthur has been elected as Cramahe Township’s new
New-Look Northumberland County Council Following Municipal Elections
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Only three current members of Northumberland County council will return for the 2026-2030 term. County council is formed
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Video – Lucas Cleveland Re-Elected Cobourg Mayor as Adam Bureau Wins Deputy Mayor Race
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fe-wxTsae1g Cleveland secures second term with 4,524 votes as voters elect three new councillors and send a message to town
Video – Photo Gallery – World Snooker Champion Cliff Thorburn Delights Legion Members in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNrU4Dzkgv8 ‘The Grinder’ shares stories from a legendary career, performs trick shots and reflects on a lifetime in snooker A world
Video – Photo Gallery – Hundreds Gather in Colborne for First Annual Northumberland Witch Walk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vyxo8hHsdw ‘We want to take up space’: Northumberland Witch Walk honours women persecuted throughout history Hundreds of people gathered in Colborne
Video – Photo Gallery – Northumberland Stars Remain Undefeated After Hard-Fought Battle Against Brighton Vikings
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMgboo5XFgU The Northumberland Stars kept their undefeated record intact Friday night, October 23, after defeating the Brighton Vikings in a
Video – Photo Gallery – In My Opinion – Another Gorgeous Sunset Over Cobourg Harbour
Another gorgeous evening in Cobourg on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, offered a different perspective of the town, thanks to
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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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Video – Photo Gallery – Northumberland Stars Remain Undefeated After Hard-Fought Battle Against Brighton Vikings
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMgboo5XFgU The Northumberland Stars kept their undefeated record intact Friday night, October 23, after defeating the Brighton Vikings in a
Cobourg Cougars Drop Dukes to Continue Strong Play
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland After tallying eight goals during a road win Saturday in Aurora, the Cobourg Cougars netted nine more
Undefeated Northumberland Stars, Brighton Vikings Set to Meet Friday in Colborne
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Two undefeated teams from neighbouring communities will put their perfect Greater Metro Jr. A Hockey League records
Cobourg Cougars Edge Lindsay Muskies in Home Opener
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland It was a fresh start for the new Cobourg Cougars in front of their home fans Monday
Northumberland Jacks 16U Makes OBA Championship Tournament Debut
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland A group that began as house league baseball players four years ago, the Northumberland Jacks 16U team