Month: July 2025

In Their Words: Cobourg council hears update to development charges as costs for studies increases

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In Their Words: Cobourg council hears update to development charges as costs for studies increases

Robert Washburn July 19, 2025

In preparation for future growth and meeting new provincial requirements, Cobourg council received a report saying updating...

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Friends of Wesleyville gearing up for fundraising push, plus programs

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Friends of Wesleyville gearing up for fundraising push, plus programs

Robert Washburn July 19, 2025

The Friends of Wesleyville Village are gearing up for a major push as they aim to garner...

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Rebound accepting referrals for homeless prevention program for youth

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Rebound accepting referrals for homeless prevention program for youth

Robert Washburn July 19, 2025

By Dan Jones Northumberland 89.7 FM A program in Northumberland County to combat youth homelessness is now...

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In Their Words: Port Hope 2026 budget aired for first time at council at council

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In Their Words: Port Hope 2026 budget aired for first time at council at council

Robert Washburn July 19, 2025

The 2026 Port Hope budget process was launched at the regular council meeting on July 15. Finance...

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Port Hope Public Library explains to council its plans to increase user rates for Hub in Canton

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Port Hope Public Library explains to council its plans to increase user rates for Hub in Canton

Robert Washburn July 19, 2025

By Dan Jones Northumberland 89.7 FM A library north of Port Hope is experiencing low use. Hence,...

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In Their Words: Cell tower opponents make case before council, once more

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In Their Words: Cell tower opponents make case before council, once more

Robert Washburn July 19, 2025

Port Hope council heard a presentation from the Ganarasak Oak Ridges Guardians in opposition to a cell...

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Protesters spar over Cobourg Mayor’s controversial statement over the homeless shelter

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Protesters spar over Cobourg Mayor’s controversial statement over the homeless shelter

Robert Washburn July 16, 2025

By: Dan Jones Northumberland 89.7 FM News, Local Journalism Initiative. July 16, 2025 COBOURG – Protesters and...

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Former NHL player Justin Williams inducted into Cobourg Sports Hall of Fame

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Former NHL player Justin Williams inducted into Cobourg Sports Hall of Fame

Robert Washburn July 12, 2025

By Dan Jones Northumberland 89.7 FM With three Stanley Cups to his name and two world ice...

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Colborne soup kitchen on the move closer to downtown, hoping to help more people

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Colborne soup kitchen on the move closer to downtown, hoping to help more people

Robert Washburn July 12, 2025

By Dan Jones Northumberland 89.7 FM After being evicted and looking at the prospect of not having...

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Cobourg Legion member awarded lifetime membership for countless volunteer hours and community support

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Cobourg Legion member awarded lifetime membership for countless volunteer hours and community support

Robert Washburn July 12, 2025

By Dan Jones Northumberland 89.7 FM A long-time member of Cobourg Legion Branch 133 was recently honoured...

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