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Walton Street construction underway as councillor explains what it means to Port Hope

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Walton Street construction underway as councillor explains what it means to Port Hope

Robert Washburn May 11, 2024

The show: The full interview with bonus material: It was not your usual official kickoff ceremony. The...

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Economic development working to attract, sustain and retain business in Cobourg, says manager

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Economic development working to attract, sustain and retain business in Cobourg, says manager

Robert Washburn March 17, 2024

The show: The full interview with bonus material: At the east end of Cobourg sits the Lucas...

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Some optimism shines through despite gloom in Ontario Chamber report, says Port Hope CEO

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Some optimism shines through despite gloom in Ontario Chamber report, says Port Hope CEO

Robert Washburn February 24, 2024

The show: The full interview with bonus material: The Ontario Chamber of Commerce released its annual report...

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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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Workers should get more than $20 an hour to afford living in Northumberland, says group

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Workers should get more than $20 an hour to afford living in Northumberland, says group

Robert Washburn November 25, 2023

The show: The full interview with bonus material: Currently, the minimum wage in Ontario is $16.55 per...

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Protecting Farmland in Northumberland: Legislative agenda facing farmers

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Protecting Farmland in Northumberland: Legislative agenda facing farmers

Robert Washburn October 1, 2023

Eric Gillespie, EKG Corporation Lawyer Eric Gillespie reviews new regulations, policies, and legislation introduced by the Ontario...

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County plans to create affordable housing specifically for workers if they promise to stay

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County plans to create affordable housing specifically for workers if they promise to stay

Robert Washburn July 29, 2023

The show: The full interview with bonus material: While affordable housing remains a priority for all levels...

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Chambers of Commerce call on all three levels of government to address housing crisis

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Chambers of Commerce call on all three levels of government to address housing crisis

Robert Washburn July 15, 2023

The show: The full interview with bonus material: The Ontario Chamber of Commerce recently released a report...

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Municipality, neighbours, and Community Care respond after Colborne grocery store fire

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Municipality, neighbours, and Community Care respond after Colborne grocery store fire

Robert Washburn June 3, 2023

The show: The full interview with bonus material: A fire was called in on May 24, just...

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Chair of ad hoc committee provides another perspective on short-term rentals in township

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Chair of ad hoc committee provides another perspective on short-term rentals in township

Robert Washburn May 27, 2023

The show: The full interview with bonus material: Earlier this week, the report from the ad hoc...

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