Pete Fisher

Ontario

Photojournalist at Northumberland Today

Photojournalist at Today's Northumberland

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Today's Northumberland - Your Source For What's Happening Locally and Beyond

2 days ago | todaysnorthumberland.ca | Pete Fisher

The number of participants is increasing as word spreads about Parkrun in Cobourg. Parkruns are free, weekly community events for all ages, abilities, backgrounds and walks of life that originally started in Britain. If you run or even walk the weekly five-kilometre or two-kilometre event is for you.
OPP - Alberta Resident Charged After Significant Drug Seizure in Belleville (Name Released)

3 days ago | todaysnorthumberland.ca | Pete Fisher

Traffic Stop in Belleville and Warrant in Quinte West, Over $100K in Drugs SeizedOne person is facing a long list of charges after a significant seizure of illegal drugs in Quinte West and Belleville. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit and Belleville Police Service Project Renewal began an investigation in April into drug trafficking in the Quinte area.
Today's Northumberland - Your Source For What's Happening Locally and Beyond

3 days ago | todaysnorthumberland.ca | Pete Fisher

Cobourg’s dredger has been out of commission for a few days undergoing repairs. The dredge used for removing accumulated sand and silt which contributes to shallow waters and hinders boat anchoring was working in Cobourg Harbour recently when one of the pontoons started taking on water. The pontoon required to be drained and patched, however, to do this, the dredge needed to be towed out of the water and placed on stands during the repair.
Northumberland OPP - Warkworth Inmate Charged with Manslaughter (Name Released)

3 days ago | todaysnorthumberland.ca | Pete Fisher

The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual in relation to a death investigation at the Warkworth Institution. On Sunday, May 28, 2023, shortly after 7:00 p.m., the Northumberland OPP received information regarding an incident involving inmates at the institution. One person sustained serious injuries.
Rotary Club of Northumberland Sunrise Announces $25,000 Grant in Celebration of 25th Anniversary

3 days ago | todaysnorthumberland.ca | Pete Fisher

The Rotary Club of Northumberland Sunrise announced at its 25th Anniversary celebration on Thursday May 2nd, the launch of a one-time $25,000 Community Grant. This initiative commemorates the Club’s quarter-century of dedication to “Service Above Self” and aims to invest in the future of Northumberland County by supporting a transformative local initiative. This grant is above and beyond the $17,000- $20,000 in funds it distributes to the community in a typical year.
Belleville Police - Incidents Include Two People Charged In Stolen Vehicle, Unprovoked Assault (No Names Released)

3 days ago | todaysnorthumberland.ca | Pete Fisher

Total calls for service – Belleville Police responded to 92 calls for service over a 24-hour period beginning at 5:00 am on May 12, 2025 to 5:00 am on May 13, 2025. Two people charged in stolen vehicleOn the 12th of May at 10:46am, Belleville Police received information regarding a stolen vehicle currently in the area of Yeoman St. Police searched the area and located the vehicle. Two people were located inside the vehicle. They were both arrested without incident.
Ontario Permanently Cutting the Gas Tax and Taking Tolls Off Highway 407 East

3 days ago | todaysnorthumberland.ca | Pete Fisher

Province keeping costs down for families in the face of tariffs and economic uncertaintyAs part of its plan to protect Ontario, the government is continuing to lower costs for hard-working families, support local businesses and put more money back into people’s pockets through its plan to permanently cut the gasoline and fuel tax rates, which would save households, on average, about $115 per year going forward.
Today's Northumberland - Your Source For What's Happening Locally and Beyond

3 days ago | todaysnorthumberland.ca | Pete Fisher

Ahead of national Canada Road Safety Week, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are reporting that the vast majority of the 382 road users who died on OPP-patrolled roads in 2024 had their lives cut short because of poor and careless decisions and actions behind the wheel and in passenger seats. Among last year’s 344 fatal collisions, 95 fatalities were attributed to speed and 80 of the deaths involved an inattentive driver.
Today's Northumberland - Your Source For What's Happening Locally and Beyond

3 days ago | todaysnorthumberland.ca | Pete Fisher

VIDEOHaving chance to swatch a sunset in your hometown is something no one should ever take for granted. Spending time with the ones you love makes it all the better. It was another gorgeous sunset on the west breakwall in Cobourg on Monday, May 12, 2025. Shortly after the sun set behind the trees, the moon came up showing how beautiful the world is in the day and night.
Wesleyville’s Annual Country Market and Nature Fest Returns with Celebrity Baking Auction

4 days ago | todaysnorthumberland.ca | Pete Fisher

The Friends of Wesleyville Village are excited to invite families to their annual Country Market and Nature Fest, featuring a fun celebrity baking auction. Wesleyville Village comes alive each spring with this much-loved tradition, welcoming visitors of all agesto experience its charm and heritage. This year’s event takes place on Sunday, June 1st, 2025 from 10am to 4 pm at historic Wesleyville Village, with parking located at 2082 Lakeshore Road, Port Hope,ON L1A 3V7.