Robert Washburn

Hike, Bike, and Bark for Hospice early registration underway

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Hike, Bike, and Bark for Hospice early registration underway

Robert Washburn August 29, 2025

Grab the kids, get out your bike, and don’t forget the leash for the dog. The annual...

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Interior restoration of historic church near Port Hope set to begin after major grant awarded

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Interior restoration of historic church near Port Hope set to begin after major grant awarded

Robert Washburn August 29, 2025

By Dan Jones LJI Northumberland 89.7 FM Enthusiasm is building as restoration efforts for a historic church...

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Resident living near Victoria Park propose changes following complaints about illegal activities

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Resident living near Victoria Park propose changes following complaints about illegal activities

Robert Washburn August 29, 2025

By Dan Jones LJI Northumberland 89.7 FM Cobourg residents living near Victoria Park want changes to how...

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Public and politicians raise concerns over strong mayor directive to appoint new department director, reorganize department

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Public and politicians raise concerns over strong mayor directive to appoint new department director, reorganize department

Robert Washburn August 29, 2025

By Dan Jones LJI Northumberland 89.7 FM In a sometimes emotional meeting, Cobourg councillors expressed concerns and...

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In Their Words: Councillors question strong mayor directive on department restructuring

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In Their Words: Councillors question strong mayor directive on department restructuring

Robert Washburn August 29, 2025

Cobourg Mayor Lucas Cleveland faced questions and concerns at a special council meeting on August 25 regarding...

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Two Neighbourhood Watch pilot programs launched in Cobourg with police support

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Two Neighbourhood Watch pilot programs launched in Cobourg with police support

Robert Washburn August 22, 2025

Two areas in Cobourg started a Neighbourhood Watch pilot program recently to boost safety. One is in...

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Port Hope council seeks to revamp its community grants program to align with strategic goals

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Port Hope council seeks to revamp its community grants program to align with strategic goals

Robert Washburn August 22, 2025

When does a community grant to a local charitable organization become a strategic investment? Port Hope council...

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Annual Parkinson Canada fundraising walk set for Cobourg

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Annual Parkinson Canada fundraising walk set for Cobourg

Robert Washburn August 22, 2025

By Dan Jones LJI Northumberland 89.7 FM Cobourg is getting set to host Parkinson Canada’s Superwalk, slated...

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Rural Port Hope resident requests zoning changes for renovation to create additional housing

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Rural Port Hope resident requests zoning changes for renovation to create additional housing

Robert Washburn August 22, 2025

By Dan Jones LJI Northumberland 89.7 FM Zoning changes could be coming to rural Port Hope property...

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Alderville joins legal challenge by First Nations against legislation from provincial and federal government

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Alderville joins legal challenge by First Nations against legislation from provincial and federal government

Robert Washburn August 22, 2025

Alderville First Nation announced recently it is joining with others to launch a legal challenge to recent...

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