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Durham Regional Police – Male Arrested After Driving Stolen School Bus While Impaired in Ajax (Name Released)
A male is facing numerous charges following a collision in a stolen school bus while impaired in Ajax. On Monday,
Cobourg Police – Cobourg Man Charged with Theft (No Name Released)
Man faces charges after police respond to shoplifting. On May 11, 2026, at approximately 6:50 p.m., police responded to a
Private Retirement Party for Cobourg Police Chief Costs $5,000
The Cobourg Police Services Board has released more details surrounding a private retirement party for Paul VandeGraaf — including
EFTO – Education Funding Falls Well Below Inflation, Failing Students
The Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) issued the following statement in response to the provincial government’s 2026-27 core
Celebrate Canada Day at West Zwick’s Park in Belleville
The City of Belleville is inviting residents and visitors to celebrate Canada Day at West Zwick's Park on Wednesday,
Peterborough County OPP – Cyclist Run Off Road by Motorcycle
The Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a call where a cyclist had
Loyalist College Officially Opens Integrative Health Centre
Loyalist College officially opened its Integrative Health Centre on May 12, marking an important expansion of hands-on learning opportunities
In My Opinion – Chief Doesn’t Invite Public to His Retirement Party – But Who’s Footing the Bill for the Event?
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Cobourg Police Chief Paul VandeGraaf is having a retirement party on Wednesday at the Best Western
Northumberland OPP – Weekend Incidents Include, Impaired Charge, Highway 401 Collision, Traffic Enforcement
Impaired Charge On May 9, 2026, at approximately 2:50 p.m., an officer on patrol observed a vehicle unable to maintain
Northumberland OPP – Youths Charged with Break and Enter, Mischief
On May 9, 2026, shortly after 11:50 p.m., officers responded to an alarm activation at a school in Campbellford.
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Residents Urged to Protect Against Heat-Related Illnesses This Week
(Today's Northumberland file photo) Orange Heat Warning Issued for the Region with Humidex Possibly into the Mid-40s Lakelands Public Health is
Video – Photo Gallery – Skid Steer Fire at Emterra Material Recovery Facility Brings Heavy Fire Response
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Piy3d3IUvc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4QFKDXgpHQ Firefighters from Alnwick/Haldimand Township responded to a fire at the Emterra Environmental Material Recovery Facility on Edwardson Road, just
In My Opinion – A Welcome Return to a Visible Police Presence on Cobourg’s Waterfront
Over the past few years, something has seemed to be missing along Cobourg's waterfront. Walking through Victoria Beach, Victoria Park,
Video – Photo Gallery – Busy Weekend at Cobourg’s Waterfront
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fafnFvOxnCU&t=244s It was a busy weekend along Cobourg’s waterfront as thousands of visitors enjoyed the warm weather, Victoria Beach, and
Cobourg Lions Club Closes Refreshment Tent Early After Crowding Concerns
The refreshment tent operated by the Cobourg Lions Club closed earlier than planned on Saturday evening (June 27) during
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Video – Photo Gallery – Skid Steer Fire at Emterra Material Recovery Facility Brings Heavy Fire Response
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Piy3d3IUvc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4QFKDXgpHQ Firefighters from Alnwick/Haldimand Township responded to a fire at the Emterra Environmental Material Recovery Facility on Edwardson Road, just
Video – Photo Gallery – Busy Weekend at Cobourg’s Waterfront
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fafnFvOxnCU&t=244s It was a busy weekend along Cobourg’s waterfront as thousands of visitors enjoyed the warm weather, Victoria Beach, and
Photo Gallery – A View From Above of Cobourg’s Waterfront
A few photos from above showcasing the Cobourg Harbour and beach area. This weekend will be extremely with visitors to
Video – Photo Gallery – Hay Fire on Flatbed Trailer Shuts Down Highway 401 East of Cobourg for More Than Eight Hours
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8wRMRI816ZE A stubborn transport-trailer fire carrying a load of hay caused major traffic disruptions on Highway 401 east of Cobourg
Video – Summer Is Here: Time to Relax and Enjoy the Sunsets
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50HwsukH6bY With summer officially underway and the winds calming during the evening hours, Cobourg's waterfront provided the perfect setting to
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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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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
Municipality of Port Hope Receives $158,200 from Jays Care Foundation
At a Blue Jays watch party yesterday, Port Hope baseball fans, young athletes and community members received exciting news:
Video – Photo Gallery – Toronto Blue Jays Rally to Beat the Baltimore Orioles
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i-h87bX5jdU Over 41,000 people watched the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday, June 7, 2026 at the