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Local farmers facing many challenges locally, provincially, and federally in 2024, NFA president says

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Local farmers facing many challenges locally, provincially, and federally in 2024, NFA president says

Robert Washburn January 13, 2024

The show: The full interview with bonus material: Farmers rarely get a break. Operating a farm is...

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No changes to recycling program for residents, but big changes behind the scenes

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No changes to recycling program for residents, but big changes behind the scenes

Robert Washburn January 13, 2024

The show: The full interview with bonus material: Last month, a major change to the local recycling...

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All options open as council seeks public input on future of Alnwick-Haldimand Memorial Arena

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All options open as council seeks public input on future of Alnwick-Haldimand Memorial Arena

Robert Washburn January 6, 2024

The show: The full interview with bonus material: For decades, Alnwick Haldimand Township council has wrestled with...

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Trent Hills Mayor Bob Crate explains rising cost and future fiscal impact of new arena

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Trent Hills Mayor Bob Crate explains rising cost and future fiscal impact of new arena

Robert Washburn January 6, 2024

The show: The full interview with bonus material: Trent Hills Mayor Bob Crate gets pretty excited when...

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New warden explains the ins and outs of a three-year budget for county

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New warden explains the ins and outs of a three-year budget for county

Robert Washburn December 30, 2023

The show: The full interview with bonus material: What a difference a year can make. In this...

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Former warden interview revisited, giving a chance to reflect on the past year

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Former warden interview revisited, giving a chance to reflect on the past year

Robert Washburn December 30, 2023

The show: A new year is about to begin. It can be a valuable exercise to reflect...

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Transition House moves to new facility as county approves $2.3 million purchase

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Transition House moves to new facility as county approves $2.3 million purchase

Robert Washburn December 16, 2023

The show: The full interview with bonus material: If everything goes smoothly, Northumberland County will purchase a...

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Mayor says perfect storm hits as Port Hope council approved 6.9 percent increase for 2024 budget

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Mayor says perfect storm hits as Port Hope council approved 6.9 percent increase for 2024 budget

Robert Washburn December 16, 2023

The show: The full interview with bonus material: It is budget time for local municipalities. Without exception,...

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Salvation Army and others working hard to bring Christmas to everyone in Northumberland

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Salvation Army and others working hard to bring Christmas to everyone in Northumberland

Robert Washburn December 9, 2023

The show: The full interview: The Salvation Army has helped people in need at Christmas for many...

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More families with children and seniors using food bank as numbers rise, says board chair

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More families with children and seniors using food bank as numbers rise, says board chair

Robert Washburn December 9, 2023

The show: The full interview with bonus material: The Fare Share Food Bank is seeing a rise...

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