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Held Over by Popular Demand – Come From Away
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland It's that rare phenomenon for the Capitol Theatre Summer Series – a feature held over by
E-Scooters Remain Illegal on Cobourg Roads as Town Stays Out of Provincial Pilot Program
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Despite their growing popularity across Ontario, and what might be a surprise to electric scooters owners
Statement from MP Philip Lawrence on Shadow Cabinet Appointment
Philip Lawrence, Member of Parliament for Northumberland—Clarke, released the following statement regarding the new Conservative Shadow Cabinet announced today: “I
Lakelands Public Health Provides Notice of Cybersecurity Incident
Currently no evidence that information has been misused for fraudulent purposesOn January 29, 2026, Lakelands Public Health (formed through the
Peterborough County OPP – Drowning In the Otonabee River
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) along with EMS and
Peterborough Police – Incidents Include Assault Arrest, Warrant Arrest (No Names Released)
Warrant Arrest Two people wanted in connection with an incident early Thursday morning were arrested late Thursday night. At approximately 12:06
Durham Region Police – Four Arrested After $1.9 Million Cheque Fraud Investigation in Uxbridge (Names Released)
Three males and one female are facing multiple charges after a $1.9 million cheque fraud investigation in Uxbridge. On Monday,
Durham Region Police – Male Arrested After Multi-Theft Investigation in Bowmanville and Oshawa (Name Released)
A male is facing charges following an investigation into multiple Home Depot thefts in Bowmanville and Oshawa. In May 2026,
Peterborough Police – Markdale Man Believed To Have Drowned in Beavermead Park
Emergency Services (police, fire, paramedics) were called to Beavermead Park beach Friday, July 3, 2026. Upon arrival around 7:43 pm
Video – Quick-Thinking Cobourg Man Rescues Paddle Boarder Blown Into Lake Ontario During Sudden Storm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXTBCYUzBko (Paul Devlin (glasses) rescuing a person on Lake Ontario on July 1) A Cobourg man is being credited with saving
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Exclusive – Cobourg Dentist Charged with Sexual Assault Was Already Facing Similar Charges in Durham
(Durham Police Supplied Photo from 2024 Press Release) A dentist charged following an alleged sexual assault at a Cobourg dental
Habitat in Action Week Invites Community to Build, Learn and Connect
A week of workshops, volunteer opportunities, community conversations, and hands-on impact takes place July 13–18 Habitat for Humanity Northumberland is
Video – Hydro One Had Planned to Remove Tree Before It Fell in July 1 Storm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=In2ARzMNU8I A large tree that blocked Hoskin Road for approximately 12 hours following a brief overnight storm on July 1,
Update On Durham Police Constable in Training Fatal Collision
The Durham Regional Police Service is profoundly saddened by the tragic death of Constable in Training (CIT) Tyrone Magbitang,
Video – Photo Gallery – Cobourg Legion Pipes and Drums Bring Music and Memories to Local Seniors
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BN1baE3-9Aw The sound of bagpipes and drums filled the air Tuesday evening as the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133 Cobourg
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Video – Photo Gallery – Cobourg Legion Pipes and Drums Bring Music and Memories to Local Seniors
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BN1baE3-9Aw The sound of bagpipes and drums filled the air Tuesday evening as the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 133 Cobourg
Video – Photo Gallery – Concert Band of Cobourg Brings Summer Tradition Back to Victoria Park
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8OS-5qvF1qE The sounds of brass, woodwinds and percussion once again filled Victoria Park as the Concert Band of Cobourg launched
Video – Photo Gallery – Emergency Water Rescue Exercise Brings Multiple Agencies Together on Lake Ontario
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LMteUPET92g Residents who noticed an increased emergency services presence near the Coast Guard Station in Cobourg on Tuesday morning were
Exclusive – Video – Photo Gallery – Minor Copper Theft Results in Major Cleanup Costs for Lakefront Utilities
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19yBz0-w41o&t=137s What appeared to be a minor copper theft has resulted in a massive environmental cleanup that could ultimately cost
Video – Photo Gallery – Trenton’s Delayed Canada Day Fireworks Light Up the Night
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9Onw9zX96A They were delayed by a day because of the weather, but the wait was well worth it as the
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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, Coach Part of New GMHL Team in Brighton
By Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Greater Metro Jr. A Hockey League will have a second team in Northumberland County for
World-Class Achievement Recognized at Annual CDSHF Induction
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland A seventh contingent of star athletes has been inducted into the Cobourg and District Sports Hall
Marc Mercier’s Hockey Journey from Timmins to Toronto, Cobourg and Cambridge Too
By – David McPherson/Ontario Hockey Association COLLINGWOOD, ON – Ontario Hockey Association Chairman Marc Mercier and Ontario Junior Hockey League
Video – A Dream Come True for Cobourg Hockey Player Picked in the First Round of the OHL Draft
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mq52lR02ATE What a week it has been for Cobourg's Lauchlan Whelan. The 15-year-old hockey standout is still trying to take it
Lauchlan Whelan Drafted by Windsor Spitfires
Cobourg’s Lauchlan Whelan was a first round pick Friday night at the 2026 Ontario Hockey League Priority Selection draft