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Lakelands Public Health recognizing Moose Hide Campaign Day through awareness, education efforts
Lakelands Public Health is marking Moose Hide Campaign Day today by encouraging residents across the region to learn more about the Indigeno...
2h ago

Cobourg Lawn Bowling Club receives $44K provincial grant for new shed project
The Cobourg Lawn Bowling Club is celebrating a major facility upgrade after receiving a $44,600 Ontario Trillium Foundation grant to support...
3h ago

Wine & Ale in the Park returning to Cobourg June 25 with tickets on sale May 20
One of Cobourg's signature summer fundraising events is preparing to return in support of Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation. Wine and...
3h ago

ETFO says Ontario failing students with disabilities after auditor's special education report
The Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario says a new report from Ontario's Auditor General confirms the province's special education sy...
4h ago

Cobourg man facing theft charges after alleged shoplifting incident on Division Street
Cobourg Police Service say a Cobourg man is facing charges following a reported shoplifting incident at a Division Street business. Police s...
5h ago

The Northumberland 48
Here's what's going on in Northumberland County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Today: Cobourg Family Storytime - Cobourg Library Thursd...
5h ago

What's good in Northumberland? Free Eye to Eye Showcase helping emerging filmmakers take the next step
A free one day showcase this weekend is giving emerging filmmakers a chance to share their work, connect with industry professionals and bui...
18h ago

Smile Cookie campaign raises record $20K for new Campbellford hospital project
Campbellford Memorial Hospital Foundation is celebrating a record-breaking Smile Cookie week campaign after nearly 10,000 cookies were sold ...
May 13, 2026
Prescribed burn for Northumberland County Forest postponed
Northumberland County says a planned prescribed burn in the county forest has been postponed due to unfavourable environmental conditions th...
May 13, 2026

Cobourg, Northumberland municipalities recruiting members for election audit committee
The Town of Cobourg and other lower tier municipalities across Northumberland are seeking applicants for a Joint Compliance Audit Committee ...
May 13, 2026

Looking to run in the municipal election? Training session in the works for Northumberland candidates
If you're looking to toss your hat into the ring for the upcoming October 2026 municipal election, there's a free training session in the wo...
May 13, 2026

OPP calls on motorists to do better for May long-weekend, Canada Road Safety Week
As police gear up for enhanced enforcement ahead of the May long-weekend and during Canada Road Safety Week, OPP is calling on motorists do ...
May 13, 2026

Northumberland OPP rundown: Youth charged after alleged break-and-enter at school, portable toilet set on fire at park
It was another busy weekend for Northumberland OPP fire, crash, break-and-enter, and impaired driving-related investigations. Here's your la...
May 12, 2026

What's good in Northumberland? Five Counties helping local families prepare children for school transition
Families across Northumberland preparing children with disabilities or exceptionalities for school this fall will have a chance to connect w...
May 12, 2026

'Residence sustained significant damage': OPP crime unit, OFM investigating fire in Port Hope
Northumberland OPP says an investigation headed up by the crime is continuing after a fire at a residence in the Municipality of Port Hope y...
May 12, 2026

Cobourg bringing in temporary cooling unit for Victoria Hall after supply delays
The Town of Cobourg says a temporary cooling unit will soon be installed at Victoria Hall as delays continue with the building's permanent c...
May 12, 2026

NHH Foundation sets $4.1M fundraising goal for hospital priorities in year ahead
Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation is preparing for a busy fundraising year with a goal of raising at least $4.1 million to support ne...
May 12, 2026

Ontario residents will be able to access more vaccines, treatment options directly through their pharmacy
The province announced Monday that pharmacists will be able to administer six additional publicly funded vaccines beginning in July 2026. Th...
May 12, 2026

McHappy Day raises more than $21K for YMCA Northumberland youth projects
YMCA Northumberland says this year's McHappy Day campaign delivered a major boost for local children and youth programming across the county...
May 12, 2026

Province takes control of Conestoga College after audit reveals financial mismanagement
The Ontario government has removed the Board of Governors at Conestoga College and appointed an administrator following an audit that uncove...
May 12, 2026

OPP highlighting victim support services during Victims and Survivors of Crime Week
Northumberland OPP is recognizing the work of victim support workers, volunteers and community partners during Victims and Survivors of Crim...
May 12, 2026

The Northumberland 48
Here's what's going on in Northumberland County over the next 48 hours. STUFF TO DO Today: Chess Club - Cobourg Library Date: Tuesdays Time:...
May 12, 2026

What's good in Northumberland? Community-built Bridge Hospice earns accreditation milestone
Tucked into the rolling countryside of Warkworth, The Bridge Hospice has quietly become an important source of comfort and support for famil...
May 11, 2026

Lower Trent issues flood outlook statement for Lake Ontario, Bay of Quinte shoreline
Lower Trent Conservation is advising local municipalities and the public that a flood outlook statement has been issued for Lake Ontario and...
May 11, 2026

Bite Back Against Hunger returns to Cobourg in support of food security across Northumberland
United Way Northumberland is once again inviting the community to dine out in support of food security across the county. The organization h...
May 11, 2026

Cobourg updates parking rules ahead of busy summer season
The Town of Cobourg is rolling out updated parking regulations ahead of the busy summer season, with changes affecting downtown, waterfront,...
May 11, 2026

Why preventing sexual violence starts with everyone
May is Sexual Assault Prevention Month in Ontario, and an Eastern Ontario advocate says awareness, consent and bystander action all play a r...
May 11, 2026

Port Hope awards contract for major Victoria Street, Toronto Road reconstruction project
The Municipality of Port Hope is moving ahead with a major infrastructure upgrade project along Victoria Street South and Toronto Road. Muni...
May 11, 2026

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 Mondays at 10:00 a...
May 11, 2026

What's good in Northumberland? Warblers and Whimbrels weekend returns to Presqu'ile
While spring has been slow to start, birds are flocking to southeastern Ontario just in time for Presqu'ile Provincial Park's Warblers and W...
May 10, 2026





