July 23, 2025

Environment

Environment, sustainable living

Brighton undertakes environmental sustainability plan to tackle climate change and more, says councillor Presqu'ile Park wetland
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Brighton undertakes environmental sustainability plan to tackle climate change and more, says councillor

Robert Washburn March 22, 2025
Brighton council set aside $100,000 in 2025 to create an environmental sustainability plan. The goal is to...
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In Their Words: Sump pumps place pressure on water treatment, says environmental manager in report to council sump 800x600
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In Their Words: Sump pumps place pressure on water treatment, says environmental manager in report to council

Robert Washburn March 21, 2025
The impact of sump pumps on the wastewater treatment plant in Cramahe Township places a considerable stress...
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Rare wetland near Brighton preserved through efforts of two organizations collaborating to save it Biddy Creek
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Rare wetland near Brighton preserved through efforts of two organizations collaborating to save it

Robert Washburn February 8, 2025
The Northumberland Land Trust and Ducks Unlimited recently saved 300 acres of rare wetlands near Brighton. The...
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Homeowners offered septic re-inspection for peace of mind, prevent problems or prosecution, says county official Septic system
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Homeowners offered septic re-inspection for peace of mind, prevent problems or prosecution, says county official

Robert Washburn January 18, 2025
If you live in Northumberland County, there is a huge chance you are on a septic system....
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Personhood proposal for the Ganaraska River, plus details of the new $48.7 billion child welfare plan The_Ganaraska_River 800x600
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Personhood proposal for the Ganaraska River, plus details of the new $48.7 billion child welfare plan

Robert Washburn July 20, 2024
Alderville First Nation Chief Taynar Simpson and Port Hope Mayor Olena Hankivsky are exploring the possibility of...
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