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Everything from Grafton arena to housing considered in strategic planning, says mayor

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For nearly 75 years, the arena in Grafton has served the local hockey community. Once again, its future is uncertain as major repairs are necessary to keep it in service. The five community centres in Alnwick-Haldimand Township are also under review as budget pressures raise questions about their viability. Mayor John Logel says these are only two of the items under consideration when thinking about the township’s strategic plan. It is a time for strategic planning across Northumberland County. Continue Reading →

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Filed under: Consider This Northumberland, Anwick-Haldimand Township, Community, Northumberland County, Politics

Town’s finances are critical to future of new parks and recreation plan, says Brighton mayor

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Splash pad King Edward Park Brighton

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Brighton is one of the fastest-growing places in Northumberland County. With all the development taking place, town council is continuing to examine how it looks after the health and wellness of residents. As you will hear in this interview, Mayor Brian Ostrander will explain how the town was not creating sufficient green space under the old system. He also knows residents are looking for more recreational opportunities. You will hear what is being considered under the new Parks and Recreation Master Plan. Continue Reading →

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Filed under: Consider This Northumberland, Brighton, Community, Parks and Recreation, Politics

Here is a chance to have a greater say in how Cobourg is run, says deputy mayor

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Victoria Hall

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People have said local governments should be run like a business for many years. It should be efficient and cost-effective. And taxpayers should be treated like clients or customers, ensuring excellent service and accountability. Then ask anyone who has gone before a local council as a delegation to ask for something. You get 10 minutes to speak. Continue Reading →

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Filed under: Consider This Northumberland, #Cobourg, Community, Democracy, Politics, Social Justice

Port Hope woman shares life experience of drug use and recovery, plus advocacy and activism

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Angela Smoke

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Over the past few weeks, the opioid crisis emerged as a central topic of public debate. Advocates and supporters of people with addictions often urge politicians and bureaucrats to include consultations with people with lived experience. That term, lived experience, means different things to people. It is also a perspective that many don’t understand. What is it like to live with or be recovering from an addiction? Continue Reading →

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Filed under: Consider This Northumberland, Community, Health, Opioids, Politics, Social Justice

Chief medical officer responds to critics and explains stance on overdose prevention

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Naloxone

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Five people died of drug overdoses last month. That is according to the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit. In 2021, 28 people died. That is more than double what it was only two years ago. Northumberland County has more suspected cases of drug overdoses than anywhere else in the health unit’s coverage area. Continue Reading →

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Filed under: Consider This Northumberland, Health unit, Northumberland County, Politics, Social Justice

County sells recycling plant to Emterra Environmental as producers take over recycling

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MATERIAL RECOVERY FACILITY

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Northumberland County Council recently inked a deal to sell the Materials Recovery Facility or MRF, as it is also known, for an undisclosed amount. A major corporation, Emterra Environmental, is hoping to buy it. Emterra runs recycling operations across Canada and the United States. Two county representatives, Adam McCue, associated director of operation for public works, and Jennifer Moore, the CAO, will tell us what this means for curbside pickup and the plant’s future. Originally aired: April 14, 2023 Continue Reading →

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Filed under: Consider This Northumberland, Environment, Northumberland, Politics

Sleeping cabins put on hold as Cobourg council to offer land to county for affordable housing

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Northumberland Sleeping Cabin Collective

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The Northumberland Sleeping Cabin Collective was before the Cobourg council earlier this week. Politicians were deciding what to do next. Staff recommended two alternatives: reject it or go forward with the proposal to put 12 units next to the Memorial Arena on Furnace Street. After politicians presented their positions, Deputy Mayor Nicole Beatty offered a third choice. Declare the land surplus and offer it to Northumberland County as a site for an affordable housing project. Continue Reading →

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Filed under: Consider This Northumberland, #Cobourg, Community, Homelessness, Housing, Politics, Social Justice

Alderville band council remove residents from property to keep community safe, says chief

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Alderville illegal drugs sign

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A man was dropped off at Northumberland Hills Hospital with a gunshot wound earlier this month. After an OPP investigation, a police raid occurred on a property within Alderville First Nation. Shortly after, the band council removed the people living on that property. In this interview, Alderville First Nation Chief Dave Mowat will explain why he and the band council took these severe steps. More importantly, he will delve into these unique powers and why they are so crucial to keeping his community safe. Continue Reading →

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Filed under: Consider This Northumberland, Alderville, Community, Politics

Town staff explain decision to support Balder rental development after affordable units questioned

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A new rental unit built in Cobourg promised to provide affordable housing. The developer, Balder Corporation, constructed 71 units at the corner of William Street and University Avenue. It received a $15 million loan from the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation or CMHC. For this, it would provide 15 affordable units. It also received support from the Cobourg council from its Community Improvement Program or CIP. Continue Reading →

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Filed under: Consider This Northumberland, #Cobourg, Housing, Politics, Social Justice

Port Hope’s new police chief an innovator, leader and working on his first 100-days plan

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Port Hope Police Chief Tim Farquharson

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On March 1, Port Hope got a new police chief. Tim Farquharson arrived from Peterborough, where he has spent 36 years in policing. In this interview, the chief will talk about his career as a young constable in Lakefield until he stepped down as deputy chief for the Peterborough Police. You will listen to his thoughts on the budget and other initiatives. Plus, he will give his plans for his first 100 days. Continue Reading →

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Filed under: Consider This Northumberland, Community, Police, Politics, Port Hope