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‘The Garden Path’: A garden for your spirit
Here is your monthly gardening column from master-gardener Tanya Crowell.
Tanya Crowell
1 hour ago
‘We’re just trying to carry his light forward’: Cobourg mom who lost son to suicide hopes to help others
For Cobourg resident and mom Sue Glover, she remembers her son David as an intelligent, charismatic bright light.
Sarah Hyatt
2 days ago
PHOTOS: 18th Northumberland RibFest and Music Festival
Thousands flocked to the 18th Northumberland RibFest and Music Festival over the weekend.
Sarah Hyatt
Aug 21
2 Cobourg residents charged after $21K drug seizure
Northumberland OPP says officers have taken about $21,000 worth of suspected cocaine off the streets after a drug bust in Cobourg.
Cornerstone’s Walk a Mile returns for 19th year
A signature fundraiser is returning as Cornerstone continues its mission to help thousands of women, kids and youth impacted by gender-based violence (BGD) every year.
Sarah Hyatt
Aug 17
‘Not the decision we were hoping for’: YMCA Northumberland says need for new facility is now
Eunice Kirkpatrick, YMCA Northumberland’s president and CEO, says with Cobourg’s growing population, time is of the essence to build a new, modern facility to accommodate the community’s needs.
Natalie Hamilton
Aug 14
Cobourg releases ‘StoryMap’ detailing how town manages assets residents use daily
From turning on the tap in the morning, to driving to work or walking through a park, the Town of Cobourg is inviting residents to check out a new resource that demonstrates how municipal assets – like drinking water, roads, and parks – are all managed over time.
Natalie Hamilton
Aug 8
Cobourg Police Service welcomes return of canine unit
When his snout isn’t to the ground sniffing out a human scent or contraband, Atos might be found soaking up rays in his handler’s sunny backyard and savouring a liver treat or two when he’s being a good boy.
Natalie Hamilton
Aug 7
Cobourg starts search for new deputy police chief
The hunt is on to find a new deputy chief for the Cobourg Police Service.
Sarah Hyatt
Aug 6
A fun-filled sand sculpting showdown’: Cobourg Sandcastle Festival set for Aug. 8
From towering sand structures crafted by master sculptors to more modest creations built by amateurs, the annual Cobourg Sandcastle Festival is slated to be “a celebration of creativity, community and summer fun” on the beach in Cobourg this August.
Natalie Hamilton
Aug 4
Cobourg Ecology Garden blossoms into 30th year
Whether meandering along a trail on a leisurely nature walk or kneeling to prune plants, the Cobourg Ecology Garden (CEG) has established strong roots in the Town of Cobourg.
Natalie Hamilton
Aug 1
Cobourg council endorses ‘10 for 10 campaign’ to support displaced victims of wildfires in northwestern Ontario
Residents of Cobourg can help people who have been displaced by the ongoing wildfires in northwestern Ontario by participating in a local “10 for 10 campaign.”
Natalie Hamilton
Jul 31
‘In the Line of Fire’ docu-series features Cobourg firefighters, Canadian Fire Fighters Museum
Residents of Cobourg and beyond can get a sense of what it’s like standing “In the Line of Fire” and learn more about the Cobourg Fire Department by tuning into a new six-part docu-series available on Bell Fibe TV1.
Natalie Hamilton
Jul 31
Newspaper pick-up locations announced for Cobourg
Wondering where to get the West Northumberland Independent? We've got you covered with a detailed rundown of locations.
Sarah Hyatt
Jul 30
Cobourg council tackles parks, rec plan, LTC build, 202 Second St. proposals in 11-hour meeting
From approval on the contentious parks and recreation master plan, to quashing a long-term care build proposal, deferring a decision on the controversial 202 Second St. condominium development and more, Cobourg council has been busy.
Natalie Hamilton
Jul 29
Town of Cobourg, Experience Cobourg rolling with ‘Movies Under the Stars’ 2026 edition
The Town of Cobourg and Experience Cobourg are inviting residents and visitors to set up a lawn chair or lay out a blanket and settle in for the annual “Movies Under the Stars” series this summer.
Natalie Hamilton
Jul 28
‘It’s all you can hope for’: Blake Smith brings home Calder Cup
With a wide smile on his face, Blake Smith – Cobourg’s member of the Calder-Cup-winning Toronto Marlies – was determined to share the championship feeling with as many people as possible around Cobourg during his day with the cup on Monday, July 27.
Alan Rivett
Jul 28
Concerns around ‘Benadryl challenge’ resurface after 2 youth in Cobourg sent to hospital
Police and public health leaders are urging families and guardians to talk about the dangers of misusing over-the-counter medications with kids and teens after two recent drug-poisoning incidents involving youth in the Cobourg area.
Sarah Hyatt
Jul 26
‘A feel-good community event’: 58th Cobourg Sidewalk Sale returns
A long-time tradition has returned to light up downtown Cobourg this weekend.
Sarah Hyatt
Jul 26
Cobourg Garden Club planting seeds for summer flower show, tea
Plans are blossoming for the Cobourg Garden Club in preparation for its popular summer event in Cobourg early next month.
Natalie Hamilton
Jul 25
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