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Breaking News – HKPR District Health Unit – Local Vaccination Program “Paused”
The local Health Unit will be rescheduling upcoming vaccination clinics planned for area long term care homes after learning
Cobourg Police – Woman Arrested for Assault
A woman has been arrested for assault after an altercation between tenants. On January 28, 2021, at 8:30 am, police
Ontario Helps Students Help Businesses Go Digital
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Northumberland-Peterborough South MPP David Piccini announced this week that a $57-million Federal-provincial partnership has resulted in
Over 1,000 Stores Visited during Ontario’s COVID-19 Inspection Blitz
Campaign designed to ensure businesses are properly protecting staff and customers Ontario's provincial offences officers have visited 1,147 big-box stores
Northumberland CFDC’s RE3 Initiative Supports Over 375 Women-Led Businesses Across Eastern Ontario
In just four short months, Northumberland Community Futures Development Corporation (CFDC), in collaboration with regional partners, has supported over
Durham Police – Arrest Made in Human Trafficking Investigation
A 32-year-old male has been arrested and charged in connection with human trafficking investigation involving an under-aged female. On Thursday,
One Person Unaccounted For Following Brighton Township House Fire
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=syKZMJAZwdo&feature=youtu.be One person remains unaccounted for, following a structure fire in Brighton Township early Friday, January 29, 2021. Brighton Township Fire
HKPR District Health Unit – Local Medical Officer of Health Advises Don’t Throw Caution to the Wind
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDslW6_yObc&feature=youtu.be By Cecila Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Restrictions in place – and public adherence to these measures – have sort of put a
Ontario Extends Off-Peak Electricity Rates to Provide Relief for Families, Small Businesses and Farms
Lower rates will help offset the costs of staying home during COVID-19 The Ontario government is extending electricity rate relief
Quinte West OPP – Charges Laid in Fatal Collision
(QUINTE WEST, ON) - The Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges following a
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Golden Plough Lodge Hit With $16,500 Penalty Following Inspection That Identified Multiple Resident Safety Concerns
The Golden Plough Lodge is facing a $16,500 administrative monetary penalty after inspectors identified multiple areas of non-compliance involving
Video – Photo Gallery – Parks Canada Undertaking a Major Rehabilitation of Peterborough Canal Dams and Lift Lock
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1HKZSrslxDU A major rehabilitation project is underway for the canal dams and the historic Peterborough Lift Lock as Parks Canada
Video – Cobourg Marina’s F Dock Being Replaced in $412,000 Project
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lSvJaEh6joc A major piece of infrastructure at Cobourg Harbour is being replaced as the Town of Cobourg moves ahead with
New Operating Room Completed and in Service at Northumberland Hills Hospital
(Right image: Back row, (L-R): Dr. Paul (Pavel) Ketov, Chief of Staff, Dr. Andrew Stratford, Chief of Surgery, Todd
Campbellford Memorial Hospital Launches New Insulin Pump Program, Bringing Specialized Diabetes Care Closer to Home
For people living with diabetes, managing their condition can involve specialized equipment, ongoing education and regular support from healthcare
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Video – Photo Gallery – Parks Canada Undertaking a Major Rehabilitation of Peterborough Canal Dams and Lift Lock
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1HKZSrslxDU A major rehabilitation project is underway for the canal dams and the historic Peterborough Lift Lock as Parks Canada
Video – Photo Gallery – Canton Remembrance Day Service Honours Those Who Served and Sacrificed
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MR1W6zsaszc A Remembrance Day service in Canton brought members of the community together on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, to honour
Video – Photo Gallery – More Than 500 Gather in Cobourg to Remember and Honour Those Who Served
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZTDhjwzrjA More than 500 people gathered in Victoria Park in Cobourg on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, to honour the men
Exclusive – Northumberland County CAO Letter to Cobourg Mayor Raises Questions About Operations at 310 Division Street
(Photos from public meeting at Trinity United Church on November 5, 2026) Today’s Northumberland seeks confirmation of authenticity of letter
Video – Photo Gallery – Alderville First Nation Honours Veterans at Annual Armistice Service
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RFx6ku9EzjI Veterans, community members, dignitaries and representatives from across the region gathered Sunday, November 8, 2026, as Alderville First Nation
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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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Strong Starts Continue for Northumberland’s GMHL teams
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Northumberland County’s teams continue to make an early-season statement in the Greater Metro Jr. A Hockey League,
Cobourg Cougars Winning Streak Extends to Nine Games
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Cobourg Cougars earned back-to-back victories Sunday and Monday over the Toronto Warriors to extend their Ontario
Cougars Rally to Defeat Toronto Warriors on the Road
Jeff Gard/Today's Northumberland The Cobourg Cougars overcame a two-goal deficit in the first period to defeat the host Toronto Warriors
Video – Photo Gallery – Whelan Enjoys Special Homecoming as Windsor Spitfires Defeat Peterborough Petes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tqon0q5FhmA For 16-year-old Lauchlan Whelan, Thursday night was about as close to playing in his hometown arena as he could
West Northumberland U15 BB Wild win host Halloween Havoc tournament
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The West Northumberland Wild U15 BB team captured the division championship at its host Halloween Havoc tournament