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Manslaughter charge laid after death of inmate from Warkworth Institution: OPP
Northumberland OPP say they've laid a manslaughter charge after the death of an inmate from Warkworth Institution. In an update Thursday, April 10, 2025, police said one person had been arrested and c...
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Cobourg mayor calls cereal plant closure 'devastating' for families
Cobourg Mayor Lucas Cleveland says the announced closure of Post Holdings' cereal plant is "devastating" news for the 150 workers and their families in Cobourg and Northumberland County. The...
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Northumberland OPP call on public for help with theft probe
Police are calling on the public for help after an alleged theft from a business on Rice Lake Drive in Bewdley. A victim reported the theft of a cellphone, which is believed to have occurred shortly a...
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Federal election debates, meet-and-greets set in Brighton, Cobourg, Port Hope
If you're wondering about where and when to catch Northumberland-Clarke candidates looking for your votes in the April 28 federal election, we've got you covered. BRIGHTON: The Gibbs have put together...
Apr 10, 2025
Road closures and parking restrictions announced for Float Your Fanny Down the Ganny
As Float Your Fanny Down the Ganny returns this Saturday, residents and visitors are being advised of major road closures, parking restrictions and transit changes throughout Port Hope. Barrett Street...
Apr 10, 2025
Ontario urges end to U.S. softwood lumber duties, warns of rising American housing costs
Ontario is pushing back against the United States' plan to raise softwood lumber duties on Canadian exports, calling the move harmful and unjustified. In a joint statement released on April 5, Associa...
Apr 10, 2025
Upcoming Events
SEP 23 - APR 30
SEP 23 - APR 30
Cobourg Badminton Club
Cobourg Collegiate Institute, 335 King Street East, Cobourg, ON, Canada
Cobourg Badminton Club plays every Monday and Wednesday evening from September 23 to April 30, 2025
Join us for fun and fitness.
See our website for further information cobourgbadmintonclub.com
Full DetailsMAR 19 - MAY 31
MAR 19 - MAY 31
Port Hope and District Agricultural Society
Port Hope Agricultural Park, McCaul Street, Port Hope, ON, Canada
Port Hope and District Agricultural Society is offering a $500 bursary to Northumberland residents 25 and under who will be enrolled in an agricultural program at Canadian University or College.
For more information check out our website porthopefair.com or email secretaryt@porthopefair.com
Full DetailsAPR 01 - APR 30
APR 01 - APR 30
Create a Poem Station
Cobourg Public Library, Ontario Street, Cobourg, ON, Canada
Cobourg Library, Bewdley & Gores Landing Branches
Celebrate National Poetry Month by writing your own poem.
Let's get creative and glue down the words provided to create your poetic masterpiece!
Put your poem on display for our community or take it home to enjoy.
Full DetailsAPR 08 - MAY 13
APR 08 - MAY 13
Tech Buddies at the Cobourg Public Library
Cobourg Public Library, Ontario Street, Cobourg, ON, Canada
Bring your device for basic tech help from Trinity College Students.
Drop in early as this program is first come first serve.
Full DetailsMAR 15 - JUN 29
MAR 15 - JUN 29
Colborne's Lake Ontario Shoreline: Stories of Earlier Generations
The Colborne Art Gallery, King Street East, Colborne, ON, Canada
On March 15 at 6 p.m., the Cramahe Township Heritage committee hosts an openhouse event at the Colborne Art Gallery with a presentation by Jane Urquhart about the history of beaches along the shore of Lake Ontario in Colborne. Exhibition will then be ongoing until June 29.
Full DetailsAPR 01 - APR 30
APR 01 - APR 30
Teen Book Spine Poetry Contest
Social Media
April is National Poetry Month. Celebrate by creating your own unique book spine poem using Cobourg Public Library books.
To enter, submit a photo of your poem to our social media platforms or email to rpurdy@cobourg.library.on.ca.
The winner will be randomly drawn to win a teen prize pack.
Contest open to ages 13-17 years of age. One entry per person.
Full DetailsAPR 01 - MAY 27
APR 01 - MAY 27
Chess at the Library
Cobourg Public Library, Ontario Street, Cobourg, ON, Canada
Drop-in for this fun event!
Meet other local chess players.
Pieces, boards and timers will be available.
All ages welcome.
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