November 29, 2025

Consider This Northumberland

Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority has many concerns over provincial consolidation proposal, says chair Cobourg Conservation Area James Cockburn Park
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Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority has many concerns over provincial consolidation proposal, says chair

Robert Washburn November 28, 2025 0
The Ontario government is proposing to consolidate 36 conservation authorities into seven. A new central agency will...
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Northumberland Hills Hospital launches pilot program to include patient caregivers to support treatment Caregivers
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Northumberland Hills Hospital launches pilot program to include patient caregivers to support treatment

Robert Washburn November 21, 2025 0
Nothing helps someone sick in the hospital more than having loved ones or friends giving the support...
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Brighton Homelessness Task Force collaborating with community to address issues as winter is coming, says chair Brighton stage Memorial Park
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Brighton Homelessness Task Force collaborating with community to address issues as winter is coming, says chair

Robert Washburn November 15, 2025 0
There are those in Cobourg who will tell you it is the epicentre for those living rough....
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Local food banks see growing demand as more people face food insecurity, says executive director Fare Share workers sorting items
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Local food banks see growing demand as more people face food insecurity, says executive director

Robert Washburn November 15, 2025 0
Nationally, the picture is grim, and the numbers are crushing. More than two million Canadians used food...
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Cobourg police chief promises single-digit increase in future following massive 20.5 percent hike for 2026 Cobourg Police Chief Paul VandeGraaf
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Cobourg police chief promises single-digit increase in future following massive 20.5 percent hike for 2026

Robert Washburn November 7, 2025 0
Cobourg Police Chief Paul VandeGraaf delivered his 2026 budget, which includes a whopping 20.5 percent increase. It...
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Paramedic response times affected by delays dropping off patients at hospital, says Ambulance Chief Northumberland County Ambulance
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Paramedic response times affected by delays dropping off patients at hospital, says Ambulance Chief

Robert Washburn November 7, 2025 0
The Northumberland County ambulance service celebrated its 10th Survivor’s Night recently. It is a chance for patients...
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Report says Grafton water users could pay up to $17 million over the next decade for upgrades and expansion Running water
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Report says Grafton water users could pay up to $17 million over the next decade for upgrades and expansion

Robert Washburn October 31, 2025 0
Users of the municipal water system in Grafton could be on the hook for a $17.5 million...
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