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Cobourg Police – Incidents Include Theft, Impaired, Vehicle-Related Assault (No Names Released)
A 41-year-old Cobourg woman is facing charges after police responded to a theft report. On December 10, 2025, at approximately 6:30 a.m.,
Peterborough Police Service – Incidents Include RIDE, Impaired Arrest, Flight from Police (No Names Released)
Festive RIDE Officers with the Peterborough Police Service conducted Festive RIDE checks over the weekend. They set up in seven different
Ontario’s Most Popular Baby Names for 2024
Olivia and Noah continue to top the charts as Ontario's most popular baby names in 2024. Olivia has clinched
OPP – Charges Laid Following Complex Fraud Investigation (Names Released)
Ontario's Serious Fraud Office (SFO) has charged three people in connection with a complex fraud scheme to help secure
Peterborough Police – Incidents Include Drug Arrest, Impaired Arrest (No Names Released)
Drug Arrest A 46-year-old Peterborough woman is facing drug trafficking charges after a traffic stop Monday morning. At approximately 9:30am on
Video – Evening On the Ice at Rotary Harbourfront Rink
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KqXXDTq1XQg The Rotary Harbourfront Rink is officially open as of Monday, December 15, 2025 in Cobourg. With the cold weather coming
Video – Emergency Services Rush to Medical Emergency in Downtown Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iOoH4sZF2Jw Numerous emergency vehicles rushed to downtown Cobourg on Monday evening. At approximately 7 p.m. emergency services responded to the foyer
Cobourg Mayor Says He Won’t Use Veto Powers – Budget Could Be Finalized Wednesday
Cobourg’s tax levy rate could increase by 3% following council amendments, up slightly from the draft 2026 budget introduced
Video – The Children’s Foundation Very Grateful for Queenies Toy Drive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YV_n_43TsFE The first stop for The Children’s Foundation nearly filled up their trailer in Port Hope on Monday, December 15,
Video – Owners of Former Brookside Youth Centre Served Notice To Clear Sidewalks of Snow
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ExWBX_gknSg The owners of 390 King Street West were served notice to clear their sidewalks from snow and ice. Today’s Northumberland
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Video – Ginny & Georgia Are Back in Cobourg for Season 4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qNwRLrK9jU Filming is now underway for Ginny & Georgia season four. The Netflix production has been home to Cobourg since the
New Nuclear at Wesleyville — Public Comments Invited
On December 16, 2025, the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) received an Initial Project Description (IPD) from Ontario
Port Hope – 2025 Year In Review
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s Northumberland Now live on the Municipality of Port Hope's website – the 2025 Year In Review. A Friday-afternoon
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
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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
Video – Photo Gallery – Ripley’s Aquarium in Toronto Is More Than Aquatic Life
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQpReEJ-A8M There was much more than just aquatic life at Ripley’s Aquarium in Toronto on Friday, January 9, 2026. Walking into
Video – Photo Gallery – What A Difference A Day Makes for Toronto Skyline
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OLhcUxFr0S0 With weather changing daily, so does the skyline of Toronto. Over the course of Friday and Saturday, Today’s Northumberland was
Video – Photo Gallery – Encapsulating Wonder of Mother Nature
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75ybcjd5CBU The encapsulating beauty of the sun setting along Lake Ontario draws people in the summer and winter. Thursday (January 8,
Video – Photo Gallery – Snow Cleared from Downtown Cobourg Overnight
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYPrUS11zsQ A fleet of construction vehicles including a grader, dump trucks and more rolled into downtown Cobourg shortly after midnight
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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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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