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Help Centre prepares for possible repercussions of tariffs on Northumberland residents

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Help Centre prepares for possible repercussions of tariffs on Northumberland residents

Robert Washburn March 22, 2025

For more than 40 years, the Help Centre has provided key services to people in need. From...

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Upcoming federal election and a wide range of issues discussed by Alderville chief

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Upcoming federal election and a wide range of issues discussed by Alderville chief

Robert Washburn March 21, 2025

This interview with Alderville Chief Taynar Simpson covers various topics, including technical issues, a settlement between Alderville...

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In Their Words: Pleas for fairness in rural Port Hope made before Port Hope council

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In Their Words: Pleas for fairness in rural Port Hope made before Port Hope council

Robert Washburn March 21, 2025

The rural focus group, led by John Cullen and Ian Angus, addressed the council regarding the unfair...

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In Their Words: Sump pumps place pressure on water treatment, says environmental manager in report to council

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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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Port Hope chamber working with business and industry in responding to American tariffs

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Port Hope chamber working with business and industry in responding to American tariffs

Robert Washburn March 15, 2025

In the face of American tariffs, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce delivered a stark message to federal...

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New 911 ambulance dispatch system launching March 26 to provide improved service, says chief

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New 911 ambulance dispatch system launching March 26 to provide improved service, says chief

Robert Washburn March 15, 2025

An important change is happening within the ambulance service in Northumberland County on March 26. A new...

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County responding to American tariffs as a local strategic plan is developed by municipalities, says officials

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County responding to American tariffs as a local strategic plan is developed by municipalities, says officials

Robert Washburn March 7, 2025

As the American tariffs come into effect and the economic fallout takes shape, the response by Northumberland...

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Port Hope mayor and deputy mayor reflect on the past year and look ahead to 2025

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Port Hope mayor and deputy mayor reflect on the past year and look ahead to 2025

Robert Washburn March 7, 2025

Port Hope residents experienced a heck of a year in 2024: the Walton Street reconstruction; the fight...

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Potential tariffs by United States hold different challenges for Indigenous communities, Alderville chief explains

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Potential tariffs by United States hold different challenges for Indigenous communities, Alderville chief explains

Robert Washburn February 22, 2025

Alderville Chief Taynar Simpson explores the technical issues, history, and implications of the Jay Treaty and the...

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Green Party’s Maxwell Groves outlines his party’s approach to issues in Northumberland County

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Green Party’s Maxwell Groves outlines his party’s approach to issues in Northumberland County

Robert Washburn February 20, 2025

How do the party platforms for the Ontario Election impact Northumberland County? In a series of extensive,...

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