Month: December 2025

In Their Words: Port Hope ward boundaries reviewed by council

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In Their Words: Port Hope ward boundaries reviewed by council

Robert Washburn December 12, 2025 0

Port Hope council heard from Watson and Associates, which presented an interim report on the 2025 Ward...

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Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority raises questions over proposed amalgamation legislation

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Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority raises questions over proposed amalgamation legislation

Robert Washburn December 12, 2025 0

By Dan Jones LJI Northumberland 89.7 FM As the Ontario government looks to amalgamate the province’s 36...

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Cobourg draft budget report calls for outsourcing of public services and increased fees in the wake of rising municipal taxes

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Cobourg draft budget report calls for outsourcing of public services and increased fees in the wake of rising municipal taxes

Robert Washburn December 12, 2025 0

By Dan Jones LJI Northumberland 89.7 FM A dramatic shift in how Cobourg uses its tax dollars...

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Changes to landlord, tenant laws will have far-reaching impact for both sides locally, says expert

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Changes to landlord, tenant laws will have far-reaching impact for both sides locally, says expert

Robert Washburn December 5, 2025 0

Tenant rights groups across Ontario are upset with the government over a series of changes to laws...

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Mental health expert suggests helpful strategies to deal with Christmas pressures and stress

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Mental health expert suggests helpful strategies to deal with Christmas pressures and stress

Robert Washburn December 5, 2025 0

A recent study found that nearly one-third of Canadians expect this year’s holidays to be more stressful...

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Cobourg’s Police Chief to retire

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Cobourg’s Police Chief to retire

Robert Washburn December 5, 2025 0

By Dan Jones LJI Northumberland 89.7 FM A new leader will be at the helm of Cobourg...

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Cobourg council and police still apart on budget request

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Cobourg council and police still apart on budget request

Robert Washburn December 5, 2025 0

By Dan Jones LJI Northumberland 89.7 FM The shock of a proposed 20.5 percent increase to the...

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Northumberland Community Legal Centre tackles poverty through grocery card program

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Northumberland Community Legal Centre tackles poverty through grocery card program

Robert Washburn December 5, 2025 0

By Dan Jones LJI Northumberland 89.7 FM The Northumberland Community Legal Centre is receiving support from United...

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