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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Peterborough Petes unveil 2025 'Pink in the Rink' jerseys to support cancer research
Having surpassed the $1 million mark just a year ago, it's onward and upward for the Peterborough Petes' annual Pink In The Rink fundraiser ...
4h ago
Police seek help to locate missing woman
It's hoped information from the public will help police locate a missing Hamilton Township woman. Terri is a 55 years old. She was last see...
11h ago
School bus service cancelled
Due to storm aftermath and heavy drifting on rural roads, all transportation is cancelled today in Northumberland and Peterborough City and ...
15h ago
Cobourg man charged with theft after police review surveillance footage
On January 23, 2025, police say they received a report of theft after the fact at a business near Division Street and Munroe Street. Surveil...
15h ago
Cobourg man charged with theft and breach of sentence order
Cobourg police say they were called to a business near Division Street and Munroe Street regarding a reported theft. Officers reviewed video...
15h ago
Port Hope seeks Youth Councillor to amplify young voices
The Municipality of Port Hope is seeking applications for the role of Youth Councillor, offering young residents a chance to engage directly...
15h ago
Victoria Park Campground reservations open February 3 for 2025 season
Reservations for the 2025 season at Cobourg's Victoria Park Campground will open on Monday, February 3, at 9 a.m., according to the Town of ...
15h ago
Cobourg police issue warning after $5,000 grandparent scam incident
Cobourg Police Service say the victim received a call from someone claiming to be a police officer. The caller stated that the victim's gran...
15h ago
The Northumberland 48
Here's what's going on in Northumberland County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Today: Library Chess Club - Cobourg Library 4:00 p.m. to...
15h ago
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Five Counties Children's Centre celebrates 50 years of care in 2025
Five Counties Children's Centre is set to celebrate 50 years of helping kids and youth with physical, developmental, and communication needs...
Jan 27, 2025
Two arrested in Cobourg break-and-enter, third suspect sought by police
Two Cobourg residents have been arrested, and a third suspect is being sought, in connection with a break-and-enter at a local business. Pol...
Jan 27, 2025
NHH Board seeking Community Member volunteers to support local health care
The Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH) Board of Directors is inviting expressions of interest from local residents to serve as Community Me...
Jan 27, 2025
Cobourg Police Service steps up downtown patrols
Cobourg Police Service (CPS) says they've increased patrols in the downtown area in response to community concerns raised during a town hall...
Jan 27, 2025
The Northumberland 48
Here's what's going on in Northumberland County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Today: Mother Goose - Cobourg Library Begins Monday, Jan...
Jan 27, 2025
Team Inglis and Team Mooibroek crowned Ontario Curling champions in Cobourg
The 2025 Ontario Women's and Men's Curling Championships concluded today at the Cobourg Community Centre, with Team Inglis and Team Mooibroe...
Jan 27, 2025
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Port Hope hosts two events exploring AI's impact on communities and local government
This February, Port Hope Mayor Olena Hankivsky and Councillor Todd Attridge will host two unique events exploring artificial intelligence (A...
Jan 26, 2025
StrikeUP Canada celebrates five years of empowering women entrepreneurs
StrikeUP Canada is marking its fifth anniversary with its flagship digital conference on February 27, 2025. The free event, themed "Res...
Jan 26, 2025
Cobourg woman charged in King Street theft investigation
A 33-year-old Cobourg woman is facing multiple charges following a theft investigation at a King Street West business. Police say they recei...
Jan 26, 2025
MPP David Piccini supports coroner's inquest into daycare tragedy that claimed life of two-year-old Vienna Irwin
Northumberland-Peterborough South MPP David Piccini has pledged his support for a potential coroner's inquest into the death of Vienna Rose ...
Jan 25, 2025
Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus champions rural priorities at ROMA 2025
The Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus (EOWC) advocated for critical regional priorities at the Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) 2025...
Jan 25, 2025
The Northumberland 48
Here's what's going on in Northumberland County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Today: 2025 Ontario Men's and Women's Provincial Champio...
Jan 25, 2025
Northumberland OPP respond to 26 collisions on a snowy January 23
Icy conditions and heavy snowfall contributed to 26 collisions across Northumberland County on January 23, 2025, prompting significant emerg...
Jan 24, 2025
Premier Ford calls early election
Premier Doug Ford is expected to call a snap election next Wednesday, with sources saying Ontarians will head to the polls on February 27th....
Jan 24, 2025
Canadian Tire Cobourg donates $6K to fight hunger in Northumberland
Canadian Tire Cobourg has donated $6,000 to Northumberland County's Food 4 All Warehouse to help tackle hunger and distribute essential item...
Jan 24, 2025
Discover hands-on learning at Loyalist College Winter Open House
Loyalist College invites prospective students and their families to its Winter Open House this Saturday, Jan. 25, from 9 a.m. to noon at the...
Jan 24, 2025
The Northumberland 48
Here's what's going on in Northumberland County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Today: 2025 Ontario Men's and Women's Provincial Champio...
Jan 24, 2025
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Trent-Severn Waterway makes prestigious New York Times list
A local landmark decades in the making has received a ringing endorsement. In its annual '52 Places To Go' feature, the New York Times has l...
Jan 23, 2025
UPDATE: All lanes reopen after multiple crashes on Hwy. 401 in Northumberland
After multiple crashes along Hwy. 401 Thursday, Jan. 23, Northumberland OPP has confirmed that all lanes along the highway have reopened. Th...
Jan 23, 2025
UPDATE: 'Roads are becoming increasingly hazardous': Snow squall warning issued in Northumberland
A snow squall warning is in effect in Northumberland. Environment Canada had previously issued a watch for the regions yesterday (Wednesday...
Jan 23, 2025
No power on several streets in Port Hope
Elexicon Energy says it could be 9:30am (Thursday January 23rd) before power is restored in the area of ARMOUR ST, CROFT ST, HARCOURT ST, HO...
Jan 23, 2025