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Flood outlook statement issued for Trent River
Lower Trent Conservation has issued a flood outlook statement for the Trent River (Hastings to Trenton area.) "It is important to note ...
18h ago

Fire destroys Circle K convenience store in Colborne
A fire overnight has destroyed the Circle K convenience store in Colborne. Firefighters remain on the scene searching for hotspots. No cause...
18h ago

Ontario urges residents to be Bear Wise as bears emerge from hibernation
The Ontario government and Ontario Provincial Police are reminding residents to take precautions as black bears emerge from hibernation. The...
23h ago

Walton Street reconstruction phase 3 to begin April 1 with road closure
Port Hope is preparing for the next phase of the Walton Street reconstruction project, with key dates and details now confirmed. A public in...
23h ago

The Northumberland 48
Here's what's going on in Northumberland County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Today: Brighton Dragon Boat Club Pop Up Brighton Library...
23h ago

Port Hope man charged after incendiary device incident at Greenwood Towers
A Port Hope man is facing multiple charges following an incident involving an incendiary device at Greenwood Towers on Peter Street. Port Ho...
Mar 21, 2025

Multiple charges laid after intimate partner violence investigation in Northumberland
An intimate partner violence investigation has led Northumberland OPP to lay a slew of charges. On Friday, March 21, 2025, Northumberland OP...
Mar 21, 2025

Colborne man charged after alleged attempt to assault officer, resist arrest
A Colborne man is accused of attempting to assault a Northumberland OPP officer while resisting arrest. On Thursday, March 20, 2025, at abou...
Mar 21, 2025

R.H. Thomson to share powerful reflections on war, remembrance at Victoria Hall
Cobourg's Victoria Hall Volunteers will host Canadian actor and author R.H. Thomson for a special event on May 2, 2025. Thomson will discuss...
Mar 21, 2025

The Northumberland 48
Here's what's going on in Northumberland County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Today: Bewdley Family Storytime with Northumberland Earl...
Mar 21, 2025
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Flood outlook statement issued for Trent River

4 minutes ago
Lower Trent Conservation has issued a flood outlook statement for the Trent River (Hastings to Trenton area.) "It is important to note that during thi...
Fire destroys Circle K convenience store in Colborne

4 hours ago
A fire overnight has destroyed the Circle K convenience store in Colborne. Firefighters remain on the scene searching for hotspots. No cause has been ...
Suspected cocaine, meth, cash seized after alleged bust in Quinte West

7 hours ago
Several people are facing charges after an investigation by the East Region community street crime unit into alleged drug-trafficking in the Quinte We...
Emma Harrison acclaimed as Liberal candidate for Peterborough Riding

24 minutes ago
The Peterborough Federal Liberal Association has acclaimed Emma Harrison as its candidate for the upcoming federal election. A resident of Selwyn, Har...
This week’s trending stories on PTBOTODAY.ca

6 hours ago
As we look back on the week that was, here were our top five most read stories: 1. Three people are facing multiple charges after a drug trafficking i...
The Peterborough 48

7 hours ago
Here is a quick snapshot of what's happening around town the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Saturday: The Waterfowl Viewing Festival is on. The event is b...
Napanee Raiders win game 1 of Tod Division Final against Frankford Huskies

5 minutes ago
A great start to the East Tod Division Finals for the Napanee Raiders walking away victors of game 1! The Raiders struck first, with Trent Williams sc...
Black bears are waking up – here’s how to keep them away from your home

Mar 21, 2025
The Ontario government and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are reminding the public to exercise caution and prevent attracting black bears as they...
Kids for Kids hockey tournament brings thousands to Kingston and Napanee
Mar 21, 2025
More than 10,000 people are expected in Kingston and Napanee this weekend for the annual Kids for Kids hockey tournament. Co-Founder Garry McColman te...