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‘I lost many beloved people:’ Palestinian woman in Cobourg reflects on year since Oct. 7 attackOne year since October 7, the impact of the Israel-Hamas war continues to be felt by local communities. Germain Ma sits down with a Palestinian woman living in Cobourg, who’s afraid to lose more loved ones in Gaza.CanadaOct 7, 2024
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Protesters in Cobourg ask MPP to remove encampment at property of former youth detention centreAs we first told you last week, Cobourg’s largest encampment at the former Brookside Youth Detention Centre property may soon be forced to shut down. A private developer has purchased the property. And for some residents, removing the encampment can’t come soon enough, Greg Davis has the latest.CanadaSep 25, 2024
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Winnipeg firefighters tackle Cobourg Avenue blaze“It’s deep-seated in the building right now, and the firefighters have to fight the fire safely,” deputy fire chief Scott Wilkinson tells Global Winnipeg.Aug 28, 2024
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Cobourg Busker Festival returns for the first time since the pandemicThe Cobourg Busker Festival returned for the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The popular event attracts performers from around the world. Germain Ma checked it out.EntertainmentJul 14, 2024
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Cobourg Waterfront Festival kicks off summerThe Cobourg Waterfront Festival returned during the Canada Day weekend. The annual tradition kicks off the summer with food, entertainment, and activities for all ages. Germain Ma has more.EntertainmentJun 30, 2024
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Highway 401 speed limit increases come into effect in Eastern OntarioHigher speed limits are now in effect on some parts of Highway 401. This includes Highway 35/Highway 115 to Cobourg, as well as Colborne to Belleville , where the limit is now up to 110 kilometres per hour. Germain Ma has the story.TrafficJul 12, 2024
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New Cobourg homeless shelter expected to open in SeptemberWork on a new homeless shelter in Cobourg’s downtown appears to finally be making progress. Northumberland County says it’s getting closer to an agreement with the town to allow the shelter’s operations. As Robert Lothian reports, it comes after a lengthy process that’s had more than a few bumps along the way.CanadaJun 20, 2024
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Cobourg International Film Festival sees Eye2Eye with director Atom EgoyanAn Academy Award-winning and internationally acclaimed Canadian director is coming to Cobourg. Friday, June 7th. It’s the fourth year for the Eye2Eye International Film Festival. Event co-director Sarah Cleveland has experienced movie-making from both sides of the camera… She joined us in studio for more on the festival’s three-day lineup.The Morning Show on CHEXJun 5, 2024
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Ontario family seeks regulation for hot drinks after child suffered second-degree burnsAn Ontario mom alleges a spilled hot tea from a McDonald’s in Cobourg, Ont, caused second-degree burns on her five-year-old daughter’s body. The family is calling for national regulations around drink temperatures. Germain Ma reports.CanadaJun 14, 2024
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Cobourg’s Leisse Wilcox to compete in inspirational speaker competitionWhat does it take for a stranger’s words to inspire you? And is there a way to score it against other inspirational messages? Speaker Slam judges have been doing just that for 8 years. In 2024 Speaker Slam welcomes competitors from Texas, Delaware, Pennsylvania and Cobourg, Ontario. We caught up with entrepreneur and mom of...The Morning Show on CHEXMay 28, 2024
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Victoria Beach in Cobourg, Ont., to be without lifeguards for 2nd summerAnother summer, another decision to not staff lifeguards at Cobourg’s Victoria Beach. And that means if you’re heading to Ontario’s “feel good town” for a beach day, you’re using it at your own risk. Tricia Mason has more.HealthMay 28, 2024
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OPP continue to investigate toddler’s daycare death near Cobourg one year laterA grim anniversary is approaching for a small central Ontario community. May 25th marks one year since a toddler was found dead on the grounds of a daycare in Baltimore, Ont., just north of Cobourg. As Robert Lothian reports, in the months since, there’s been grief and community support, but few answers.CanadaMay 24, 2024
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Fresh Take with Dani Guppy Wednesday June 5, 2024One of the few places on TV, and online, where you’ll find both Eminem AND Mr. Rogers in the same report! We’ll also look into big success of the Kawartha Craft Beer Festival and for Cobourg’s Leisse Wilcox at Speaker Slam.The Morning Show on CHEXJun 5, 2024
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‘A little child doesn’t just end up in a septic tank’: Community demands answers about toddler death on daycare property near Cobourg, Ont.A rally was held on Saturday, exactly a year from the date that a toddler was found dead on the grounds of a daycare just north of Cobourg, Ont. As Germain Ma reports, the community is frustrated by many unanswered questions.CrimeMay 25, 2024
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YMCA Northumberland’s Rainbow Run celebrates acceptance, diversity during Pride MonthThe town of Cobourg is celebrating the start of Pride Month. YMCA Northumberland held a Rainbow Run on Sunday to promote acceptance and diversity. Germain Ma has the story.CanadaJun 2, 2024
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Cobourg family trying to get loved ones to Canada after losing two brothers in Israel-Hamas warA Cobourg, Ont. family is devastated by the loss of two brothers in the Israel-Hamas war. Now, they are trying to get remaining loved ones to Canada before it’s too late. Germain Ma has their story.CanadaMay 20, 2024
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Marking 20 years since murder of Cobourg police Const. Chris GarrettA sombre anniversary in Cobourg, Ont. on Wednedsay. It has been 20 years since Cobourg Police Service Constable Chris Garrett was attacked and killed in the line of duty. His heroics that day stopped a planned massacre. Tricia Mason reports.May 15, 2024
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‘Butt Blitz:’ Volunteers clean up Cobourg’s waterfrontA group of volunteers got together to help get rid of litter on Cobourg’s waterfront on Sunday. It was one of many community clean up efforts leading up to Earth Day. Germain Ma has the story.CanadaApr 21, 2024
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Ontario Human Rights Commission ‘concerned’ by Cobourg shelter bylawThe Town of Cobourg has caught the interest of the Ontario Human Rights Commission. The watchdog is voicing concerns over a shelter bylaw the town claims is advocating for the most vulnerable. Robert Lothian reports.CanadaApr 10, 2024
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3 dead following 2-vehicle collision on County Road 45 north of Cobourg: Northumberland OPPNorthumberland OPP say three people died and two others were injured following a collision on County Road 45 north of Cobourg late on March 28. The collision occurred around 11:30 p.m. near Beagle Club Road, about 15 kilometres north of Cobourg in Alnwick-Halidmand Township. OPP say both drivers and a passenger died in the collision....TrafficMar 29, 2024