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NHH Auxiliary highlights volunteer impact at annual meeting
The Northumberland Hills Hospital (NHH) Auxiliary celebrated another remarkable year during its Annual Meeting, held July 24 at the Peter B....
6h ago

What's open and closed for the Civic Holiday weekend in Northumberland?
As the Civic Holiday long weekend arrives on Monday, August 4, 2025, residents across Northumberland County can expect a mix of closures and...
7h ago

Health Canada warns of fire risk from recalled GFCI electrical outlets
Authorities are advising residents to check their homes for potentially dangerous electrical outlets recently recalled by Health Canada due ...
7h ago

Drug bust in Belleville leads to alleged seizure of 65 grams of suspected fentanyl
Belleville police say they've taken more than 65 grams of suspected fentanyl off the streets. A drug-trafficking investigation by the "...
9h ago

Northumberland Humane Society pauses cat adoptions amid ringworm outbreak
The Northumberland Humane Society (NHS) has temporarily suspended all cat adoptions and intakes due to a ringworm outbreak affecting the reg...
Aug 01, 2025
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UPDATE: Youth previously reported missing in Trenton found safe: OPP
A 13-year-old previously reported missing and last seen in the Trenton area has been found safe, says OPP. Police are thanking the public fo...
Aug 01, 2025

Quinte West tackling first-ever fire master-plan to shape emergency services over next decade
As the City of Quinte West continues to grow, the city is starting to develop its first-ever fire master-plan to serve as a 10-year guide wh...
Aug 01, 2025

OPP calls on motorists to help keep people, emergency crews safe this long-weekend
Ahead of one of the busiest traffic long-weekends of the year, OPP is calling on motorists to do their part to keep roads safe - and that me...
Aug 01, 2025

'Spat on one officer and threatened another': 18-year-old charged after dispute call in Northumberland
An 18-year-old is facing charges after Northumberland OPP says police were called to a family dispute call, and the accused allegedly spat a...
Aug 01, 2025

What's good in Northumberland? Brighton Street Dance returns to rock downtown Saturday
Thousands are expected to flood downtown Brighton this weekend with the return of "one of the best parties of the season." The ann...
Jul 31, 2025

3 people arrested after alleged drug seizures in Quinte West, Stirling
Three people are facing drug-trafficking charges after raids in Quinte West and Stirling, says OPP. Earlier this year, OPP said members of i...
Jul 31, 2025

Encore at the Midway promises movie magic with a mission
YMCA Northumberland is inviting families, friends, and film lovers to Encore at the Midway, a two-night farewell celebration at the historic...
Jul 31, 2025

It's construction season: Here's the latest for Quinte West projects
It's been a busy construction season so far for Quinte West and work is getting underway on several more projects starting in August. In ter...
Jul 31, 2025

Food bank's 'Mobile Market' rolling into Brighton on Fridays
Northumberland Fare Share Food Bank is rolling out a new mobile resource in Brighton as soaring food and living prices continue to put press...
Jul 31, 2025

'We see this as very positive for members': President & CEO of Kawartha Credit Union discusses proposed merger
A proposed merger between Kawartha Credit Union and Libro Credit Union is all about setting up both sides for future success according to ma...
Jul 31, 2025

Construction begins on fourth operating room at Northumberland Hills Hospital
Construction of a new fourth operating room at Northumberland Hills Hospital is now underway, thanks to the success of the NHH Foundation's ...
Jul 31, 2025

Firearms seized after dispute call in Colborne: OPP
A 74-year-old Colborne resident is facing weapon-related charges after Northumberland OPP says police responded to a dispute call. On Monday...
Jul 31, 2025

What's good in Northumberland? Cobourg Sandcastle Festival Returns August 2 with Sculpture, Food & Music
Get ready for one of Cobourg's most anticipated summer events! The Cobourg Sandcastle Festival returns Saturday, August 2, 2025, bringing to...
Jul 30, 2025

UPDATE: 'Code Grey' at Quinte Health hospitals resolved
A two-day "Code Grey" situation at Quinte Health hospitals has been resolved, say officials. In an update the afternoon of Wednesd...
Jul 30, 2025

County eyes higher-barrier model for Cobourg shelter at 310 Division Street
Northumberland County Council is expected to consider a proposal to convert the 310 Division Street shelter in Cobourg from a low-barrier to...
Jul 30, 2025

You're invited: 'Big reveal' for refreshed Brighton YMCA set for Aug. 5
The Brighton YMCA has a fresh new look - and you're invited for the "big reveal" next Tuesday. The Brighton Y location at 170 Main...
Jul 30, 2025

Sidewalk inspections in Brighton getting underway in August
You may see Brighton staff motoring around on a scooter starting in August as the municipality starts tackling sidewalk inspections. The Mun...
Jul 30, 2025

COP BRIEFS: Impaired driving, public intoxication, speeding charges laid in Northumberland
It was another busy weekend for Northumberland OPP with charges laid around impaired driving, speeding, public intoxication, and more. Here'...
Jul 30, 2025

Police call on public for help after alleged $9K ring theft in Brighton
Northumberland OPP is calling on the public for help after an alleged theft at a business in the Municipality of Brighton. Police said offic...
Jul 29, 2025

What's good in Northumberland? Young artists help Five Counties celebrate 50 years with heartfelt thank-you cards
A colourful rainbow and a heartfelt message of thanks are helping Five Counties Children's Centre mark its 50th anniversary in a deeply pers...
Jul 29, 2025

UPDATE: Investigation continues after cyclist seriously injured in County Road 64 Quinte West crash
Quinte West OPP says an 87-year-old man involved in a collision in the County Road 64 area Tuesday has suffered serious and potentially life...
Jul 29, 2025

Ontario launches $260M Skills Development Fund to boost training in key sectors
The Ontario government is investing $260 million in the sixth round of its Skills Development Fund Training Stream to support training and u...
Jul 29, 2025

UPDATE: County Road 64 in Quinte West reopens after serious crash involving cyclist, vehicle
County Road 64 in Quinte West has reopened following a serious crash involving a cyclist and vehicle Tuesday (July 29) morning, says OPP. Th...
Jul 29, 2025

Save the date: Registration opens August 11 for Hike, Bike, Bark in support of Ed's House
Registration opens August 11 for Hike, Bike, and Bark for Hospice, one of Northumberland's most meaningful community events, taking place Su...
Jul 29, 2025

OPP urge boaters to wear life jackets after Crow Lake charge plus rising marine deaths
Ontario Provincial Police are reminding boaters to take safety seriously after charging a man on Crow Lake for not having proper floatation ...
Jul 29, 2025
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