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Breaking News – Flood Watch Lake Ontario
A Flood Watch is issued when there is potential for flooding to occur in low-lying areas. Nuisance or minor
Cobourg’s Dredger Prepares For Another Season
Cobourg's "Marie Dressler" dredger will be back in operation over the next several days in Cobourg harbour and around
Breaking News – Local Area Flood Warning
A Flood Warning is issued when flooding is beginning/occurring or when more serious flooding is possible. A Flood Warning
Ontario Announces Measures to Increase School Bus Safety
Stop Arm Cameras on School Buses Jeff Yurek, Minister of Transportation was joined by Sam Oosterhoff, Parliamentary Assistant to the
MNRF Conservation Officers Remind Anglers to Have a Responsible Fishing Season
It’s spring fishing season and Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) conservation officers want to encourage anglers to
Habitat for Humanity Northumberland “Sunday Dinner” Fundraising Event Over 80% Sold Out!
This Sunday April 28th Habitat for Humanity Northumberland is inviting the community to “Sunday Dinner” at the ReStore to
Cobourg Continues the Hip Tradition With Grace 2
Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Cobourg has long had an affinity for the Tragically Hip that pops up in three-year cycles. It all
Preparing For This Weekends Road Closure In Cobourg
Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s Northumberland Boaters are getting ready for the season along the north wall at Cobourg Harbour on Thursday, April 25,
Thank Your Doctor On May 1
Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s Northumberland On May 1, Northumberland Hills Hospital will join forces with the West Northumberland Community Physician Recruitment and
Jubilation and Applause Greet Groundbreaking of Ed’s House
Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland Jubilation and applause rocked the tent in the Ontario Street field, just north of Cobourg, as dozens
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Lakelands Public Health Urges Caution as Severe Cold Weather Approaches
Cold Warning Issued as Temperature Drops Lakelands Public Health is issuing a Cold Warning for the County of Haliburton, the
Coroner’s Inquest Announced After Fatal Police Shooting in 2021
(Today's Northumberland file photos) Dr. Armita Rahmani, Regional Supervising Coroner, East Region, Kingston Office, has announced that an inquest will
Police Will Be Freezing for a Reason at the 2026 Polar Plunge on March 22
Cobourg Police Service, Port Hope Police Service, and Community Living & Respite Northumberland once again team up to support
Overnight Snow Removal in Port Hope
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Residents and business owners are advised that Municipal road crews will be operating in the downtown
2026 Business Achievement Awards Call for Business Nominations
Organizers Announce New Award Categories The Northumberland Central Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Cobourg are pleased to announce
- Photo Galleries
Video – Photo Gallery – A Memorable Canadian Winter
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DYIR5kDtiE Another dousing of the white stuff kept emergency services busy throughout Northumberland County on Monday, January 19, 2026. Numerous vehicles
Video – Photo Gallery – No Injuries After Transport Collides with Antique Store North of Colborne
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_M7La7LIdvs There were no injuries after a transport truck struck a pickup truck before slamming into a antique Store in
Video – Photo Gallery – Memorable Winter in Northumberland County
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jg8pmC7bhQo It’s been a memorable winter for those who enjoy the outdoors in Northumberland County. The area has been inundated with
Video – Photo Gallery – Brian McFarlane Showcases Art, Talks Hockey in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ij9yzueUTHg Legendary hockey broadcaster Brian McFarlane was on hand at the Northumberland Arts Gallery & Shop in Port Hope on
Video – Photo Gallery – Memorable Wedding Photos on Cobourg Pier
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7EBaPJOqFk It was a beautiful day for a wedding on Friday, January 9, 2026 in Cobourg. A Peterborough couple came down
- 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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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
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