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New report shows violence against women on rise; so what is being done?

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New report shows violence against women on rise; so what is being done?

Robert Washburn January 2, 2021

Opportunities for strategic alliances exist across the region The show: The full interview with bonus material: The...

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The passing of a community figure and a special Christmas for the homeless

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The passing of a community figure and a special Christmas for the homeless

Robert Washburn December 31, 2020

(On Monday, I was asked by Northumberland 89.7 FM to produce the newscast. These are two local...

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Perspectives on racism towards Indigenous people from an Alderville elder

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Perspectives on racism towards Indigenous people from an Alderville elder

Robert Washburn December 5, 2020

Racism is complicated. That was made really clear during my conversation with this week’s guest, Brian Beaver....

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Cobourg woman shares a story of abuse, pain and courage

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Cobourg woman shares a story of abuse, pain and courage

Robert Washburn November 21, 2020

Quite often, when talking about women who are abused, people will say, “Why don’t they just leave.”...

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Friends rally around woman by forming a new group to fight racism in Cobourg

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Friends rally around woman by forming a new group to fight racism in Cobourg

Robert Washburn November 14, 2020

Show: The full interview with bonus material: When Valerie Gallagher came to Cobourg, she was looking to...

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Diversity initiative launched by town hoping to make Cobourg more inclusive, says councillor

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Diversity initiative launched by town hoping to make Cobourg more inclusive, says councillor

Robert Washburn November 14, 2020

Show: The full interview with bonus material The death of George Floyd ignited an explosion of anti-racism...

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Addressing the challenge of race relations in Northumberland is difficult, says committee chair

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Addressing the challenge of race relations in Northumberland is difficult, says committee chair

Robert Washburn October 31, 2020

WARNING: Some people may find parts of this story disturbing. Podcast from show The full interview with...

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Creating affordable housing in Cobourg subject of public meeting Sept. 28

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Creating affordable housing in Cobourg subject of public meeting Sept. 28

Robert Washburn September 19, 2020

The full interview with bonus material below: So often it is easy to take things for granted....

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Lawyer worries about Northumberland tenants as landlords given additional powers under new provincial rules

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Lawyer worries about Northumberland tenants as landlords given additional powers under new provincial rules

Robert Washburn August 15, 2020

In Canada, the laws overseeing the relationships between landlords and tenants aim to give rights to people...

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Transition House prepares to move back to Chapel Street into new home with a new plan

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Transition House prepares to move back to Chapel Street into new home with a new plan

Robert Washburn July 11, 2020

For those who face barriers finding a home, Transition House is an emergency shelter in Cobourg where...

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