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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
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
Cobourg Implements Licensing for Short-Term Rental Accommodations
Operators encouraged to apply through Town’s licensing portal Short-Term Rental Accommodation (STRA) companies and operators in Cobourg are now
Director of Education for PVNC Issues Statement Regarding Historic Sexual Assault Charges of Former Teacher by Cobourg Police
The Director of Education and Secretary/Treasurer for the Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington (PVNC) Catholic District School Board has
Breaking News – Video – Photo Gallery – Hastings Quinte Paramedic in Critical Condition Following Collision in Madoc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xs1okFexpVo A Hastings Quinte Paramedic was airlifted to a Kingston hospital in critical condition following a collision between a ambulance
Ontario Delivers Darlington Refurbishment Project Ahead of Schedule and Under Budget
World’s largest completed nuclear refurbishment will generate secure, reliable, clean electricity to power 3.5 million homes and support 14,200
Belleville Police – Incidents Include SIU Investigation, Driver Charged with Impaired, Fail to Comply
Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 258 calls for service beginning at 5:00 am on January
Ontario Ready to Welcome Commercial Carbon Storage Projects
Applications now open for projects that could create more than 4,000 jobs while helping industries cut emissions and save
Cobourg Police – Eight Incidents Reported with Only One Name Released
A 48-year-old Cobourg man is facing charges as a result of a sexual assault investigation. On December 30, 2025, members
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Mark Mills Announces He’s Running for Cobourg Council
Mills states "Fiscal Responsibility, Community Safety, and Transparency" "I am announcing my decision to run for Cobourg council. My goal
Town of Cobourg and YMCA Announce March Break Camp Partnership
Campers to enjoy activities at both facilities The Town of Cobourg and YMCA Northumberland are pleased to announce a new
Response to Northumberland County Housing Fire in Colborne Gets High Praise
(Today's Northumberland file photo) By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland While there are no updates on the Jan. 30 fire at a Northumberland
Northumberland County Staff Will Compile Affordable-Housing List
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland County council will be provided with a fully updated accounting on the number of Northumberland County
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
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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
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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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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