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Warden responds to Cobourg mayor’s suggestion to separate from Northumberland County

By: Robert Washburn | September 14, 2024

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At a recent committee meeting of Cobourg council, Mayor Lucas Cleveland said Cobourg’s efforts to deal with the encampment on King Street were only dealing with the symptoms, but not the sickness. The sickness the mayor was referring to was Northumberland County’s efforts to address the situation. The county is responsible for housing and homelessness. Cobourg is not.

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Biologist offer insight into challenges and pluses to fishing sanctuary on Ganaraska River

By: Robert Washburn | September 14, 2024

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Nearly 30,000 Chinook Salmon migrate through the lower Ganaraska River in Port Hope to spawn upstream. It is one of the largest in Ontario. This magnificent display of nature attracts tourists and anglers from far and wide. However, the stretch from Corbett’s Dam to the mouth of the river is a hotbed of controversy.

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Tragic death leads to debate about opioids within Alderville community, says chief

By: Robert Washburn | September 7, 2024

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International Overdose Awareness Day was last week. A tragic death caused by a drug overdose took place in Alderville recently. It was a reminder that no community is immune. First Nations people are seven times more likely to die of a drug overdose as compared to non-First Nations people, according to a recent study done by the Chiefs of Ontario.

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Walk-in clinic re-opens following year of challenges to serve patients who don’t have a doctor

By: Robert Washburn | August 31, 2024

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After a year of hard work and numerous challenges, the walk-in clinic in Port Hope re-opened with a soft launch earlier this month. As everyone slowly finds their sea legs, the clinic hopes to serve a growing population in Northumberland without doctors. In this early stage, the hours are irregular. People need to check the county’s website or call to find the days and times it is open.

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Alderville member and new Southeast Regional Chief Marsha Smoke shares roles, responsibilities, and life

By: Robert Washburn | August 31, 2024

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Marsha Smoke is a quiet, humble individual who lives in Alderville. When you meet her, she is soft-spoken, listens intently, and chooses her words with great care. Marsha Smoke is also the new Southeast Regional Chief for the Anishinabek Nation. Northumberland is part of the area she serves.

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A-H Township short term rental operators, businesses seek changes to proposed bylaw

By: Robert Washburn | May 20, 2023

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Municipalities across Northumberland County struggle to deal with short-term rentals. Those are the rental properties often associated with AirBnB or Verbo online platforms.

For some, renting a space, either a room or a house, is an excellent source of income. It can be a stimulant for the local economy. Others see it as a significant boost for tourism. Then, there are others who see it differently. Continue Reading →

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Community Counselling Resource Centre continues mental health services in Northumberland.

By: Robert Washburn | May 20, 2023

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When it comes to mental health services in Northumberland, there are several options. These can range from private psychologists and psychiatrists to walk-in clinics and helplines. More than a year ago, Northumberland Community Counselling Centre shut its doors. It offered programs that served nearly 1,000 people annually; many were free or at a low cost. Some of those services were transferred to other agencies. Continue Reading →

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Proposed changes to short-term rentals in Alnwick-Haldimand coming to council

By: Robert Washburn | May 15, 2023

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The future of short-term rentals in Alnwick-Haldimand Township is about to come to a head over the next few weeks. A coalition of short-term rental operators and the local business association have teamed up to fight proposed changes to a bylaw controlling short-term rentals. They argue the changes will further limit short-term rentals and continue to burden operators. Meanwhile, supporters of the bylaw welcome the restrictions limiting the places where short-term rentals can be located, plus other tweaks. The township has received complaints from neighbours of some short-term rentals regarding noise and parking violations. Continue Reading →

Port Hope reviewing cultural plan from festivals to kids arts camp to Capitol Theatre

By: Robert Washburn | May 13, 2023

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In 2012, Port Hope town council adopted a cultural plan with five strategic goals. The municipality would support cultural assets, raise awareness and build on existing assets, strengthen emerging cultural groups, increase cultural participation, and respond to cultural space needs. These lofty objectives have guided the town for the past decade. Now, they are being reviewed by town staff to figure out what should be happening for the next decade. Leslie Murray, Manager of Community Recreation and Culture, is reaching out to the public to get input on what should happen within Port Hope. Continue Reading →

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Warden responds to Cobourg mayor’s suggestion to separate from Northumberland County

The show: The full interview with bonus material: At a recent committee meeting of Cobourg council, Mayor Lucas Cleveland said Cobourg’s efforts to deal with the encampment on King Street were only dealing with the symptoms, but not the sickness. The sickness the mayor was referring to was Northumberland County’s efforts to address the situation.

Biologist offer insight into challenges and pluses to fishing sanctuary on Ganaraska River

The show: The full interview with bonus material: Nearly 30,000 Chinook Salmon migrate through the lower Ganaraska River in Port Hope to spawn upstream. It is one of the largest in Ontario.

Tragic death leads to debate about opioids within Alderville community, says chief

The show (full interview): International Overdose Awareness Day was last week. A tragic death caused by a drug overdose took place in Alderville recently.

Walk-in clinic re-opens following year of challenges to serve patients who don’t have a doctor

The show: The full interview: After a year of hard work and numerous challenges, the walk-in clinic in Port Hope re-opened with a soft launch earlier this month. As everyone slowly finds their sea legs, the clinic hopes to serve a growing population in Northumberland without doctors.

By: Robert Washburn | September 14, 2024

By: Robert Washburn | September 14, 2024

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By: Robert Washburn | August 31, 2024

By: Robert Washburn | August 31, 2024

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