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Giving Tree bring Christmas to more than 1,000 children and teens in Northumberland this year, says coordinator

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Giving Tree bring Christmas to more than 1,000 children and teens in Northumberland this year, says coordinator

Robert Washburn December 21, 2024

For 36 years, the Giving Tree has made sure children and teens in Northumberland do not miss...

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In Their Words: Brighton council discusses filling a vacant seat and process underway

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In Their Words: Brighton council discusses filling a vacant seat and process underway

Robert Washburn December 17, 2024

The decision regarding the process to replace Councillor Byron Faretis was made after a lengthy discussion at...

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Cramahe councillor suggests changes to public input, sparking another debate

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Cramahe councillor suggests changes to public input, sparking another debate

Robert Washburn December 10, 2024

Tensions over the accountability, transparency, and responsiveness of the Cramahe Township council and staff were hotly debated...

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Violence against women up in Northumberland as shelter faces challenges to help and educate

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Violence against women up in Northumberland as shelter faces challenges to help and educate

Robert Washburn December 7, 2024

The show: The full interview with bonus material: Currently, we are in the midst of 16 Days...

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Local Amnesty International chapter hosts Write for Rights event to raise awareness and funds

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Local Amnesty International chapter hosts Write for Rights event to raise awareness and funds

Robert Washburn December 7, 2024

The show: The full interview with bonus material: It is said that the pen is mightier than...

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Alderville chief’s reflections on Murray Sinclair’s contribution to community and country

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Alderville chief’s reflections on Murray Sinclair’s contribution to community and country

Robert Washburn November 29, 2024

The show: The full interview with bonus material: Murray Sinclair was a well-known lawyer, judge, member of...

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In Their Words: Old grant application for aging arena stirs debate in Alnwick-Haldimand

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In Their Words: Old grant application for aging arena stirs debate in Alnwick-Haldimand

Robert Washburn November 29, 2024

Alnwick-Haldimand Township council took another step in its journey to keep an aging arena open for residents...

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First responder shares experience of saving lives after receiving award at Survivor Night ceremony

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First responder shares experience of saving lives after receiving award at Survivor Night ceremony

Robert Washburn November 29, 2024

The show: The full interview with bonus material: Last week, 19 people got to meet someone special....

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County CAO explains recent developments regarding emergency shelter and encampment

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County CAO explains recent developments regarding emergency shelter and encampment

Robert Washburn November 29, 2024

The show: The full interview with bonus material: The emergency shelter’s warming room at 310 Division Street...

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Inside look into new Golden Plough Lodge’s final construction phase, hoping to open in June 2025

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Inside look into new Golden Plough Lodge’s final construction phase, hoping to open in June 2025

Robert Washburn November 25, 2024

The show: The full interview with bonus material: Driving along Strathy Road or Elgin Street in Cobourg,...

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