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Breaking News – Ontario Extends Business Closures to Stop the Spread of COVID-19
Additional Measures Necessary to Protect the Health and Safety of the People of Ontario Following the advice of the Chief
Municipality of Port Hope Special Council Meeting
Below is a summary of key items discussed at the Municipality of Port Hope Special Council Meeting held on
Breaking News – Emergency Services Salutes The Unsung Heroes In Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdOS1PlLnGQ&feature=youtu.be The sounds of sirens wailing could be heard throughout Port Hope on the morning of April 3, 2020. But it
Alderville First Nation Declares State of Emergency
Alderville First Nation Chief Dave Mowat and Council have issued a State of Emergency. In an emergency meeting held on
Cobourg’s Waterfront Festival and Rotary Ribfest Cancelled due to COVID-19
Community partners align on provincial and federal guidelines to ensure safety of citizens." In light of the developing situation around
Quinte West OPP Investigating Homicide
(QUINTE WEST, ON) -On March 30, 2020 officers with the Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)
Corbett’s Dam Closed to Spectators During Annual Trout Run
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3R3EU5HfG6U&feature=youtu.be Corbett's dam in Port Hope is closed to spectators who take in the annual trout run each year. Barricades have
Reasons To Be Grateful to Many People These Days
Signs like this on County Road 30 in Campbellford seem to be popping up everywhere - and for good
If You Go Out – Stay Safe
A rider enjoys the day south of Hastings on County Road 25 in Trent Hills on Tuesday, April 1,
Emotional Show of Support As Heroes Thank Heroes At Northumberland Hills Hospital
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9C05ODBZN8Q&feature=youtu.be Heroes were applauding heroes at Northumberland Hills Hospital on Tuesday, April 1, 2020 in Cobourg. Emergency services came out to
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In My Opinion – A Perfect Day on Lake Ontario, Depending on Who You Ask
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_lQnCe3miE For some people, Sunday, August 23, 2026, was the perfect day. It certainly wasn’t a typical summer day in Cobourg.
Video – Another Day, Another Wrong-Way Driver in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5EFu3rkCMDU Another day, another wrong-way driver in Cobourg. As reported numerous times by Today’s Northumberland, there appears to be an ongoing
Video – Photo Gallery – Sprinkler System Helps Contain Fire at Cobourg Industrial Building
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r1aOH8hSdRw Cobourg Fire Department responded to a structure fire Saturday afternoon after an automatic alarm led firefighters to a building
Video – Excavator Strikes Hydro Pole, Sparks Grass Fire on Highland Drive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYp2HwatuWU Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services responded to a grass fire on Highland Drive Friday afternoon after an excavator
Northumberland Election Slates Reflect Change in the Wind
By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The deadline for nominating a candidate in the October municipal elections has passed, and the winds
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Video – Excavator Strikes Hydro Pole, Sparks Grass Fire on Highland Drive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYp2HwatuWU Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services responded to a grass fire on Highland Drive Friday afternoon after an excavator
Video – Photo Gallery – YMCA Strong Kids Duathlon Brings More Than 115 Young Athletes to Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DgzwaSj_Gjo&t=34s Centennial Pool was filled with energy, encouragement and plenty of smiles Thursday as more than 115 young athletes took
Video – Photo Gallery – 18-Year-Old Runs 550 Miles Around Lake Ontario to Help Kids Play Sports
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uoXpnTkj4SQ&t=8s Adam Saltarelli is just 18 years old, but he is taking on a challenge that would be daunting for
Video – Photo Gallery – Salmon Run Brings Anglers to Cobourg and Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0428pjYPjWo The annual salmon run has officially begun, with salmon now making their way into creeks and waterways throughout Cobourg
Video – Photo Gallery – Cobourg Lawn Bowlers Battle for Provincial Ladies Novice Championship
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAvnSR-PGTM Sixteen teams from across Ontario gathered at the Cobourg Lawn Bowling Club this weekend for the Ontario Ladies Novice
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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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Cobourg Cougars Earn Two OJHL Exhibition Victories Over Wellington Dukes
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Cobourg Cougars returned to Ontario Junior Hockey League action this weekend with a pair of preseason
Video – Photo Gallery – Cobourg Lawn Bowlers Battle for Provincial Ladies Novice Championship
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kAvnSR-PGTM Sixteen teams from across Ontario gathered at the Cobourg Lawn Bowling Club this weekend for the Ontario Ladies Novice
Jacob Hyatt Now Competing in Two National Lawn Bowling Championships this Month
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Cobourg Lawn Bowling Club member Jacob Hyatt has a busy schedule for high-level competition on the greens
Cobourg Kodiaks Clinch Major Series Lacrosse Playoff Spot
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Cobourg Kodiaks are headed to the Major Series Lacrosse playoffs after rallying for a 7-5 victory
Cobourg Kodiaks Have Must-Win Game Saturday in Owen Sound
The Cobourg Kodiaks can earn their way into the Major Series Lacrosse playoffs with a win in their final