Social Justice

Retired head of Green Wood Coalition reflects on more than 30 years of community building

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Retired head of Green Wood Coalition reflects on more than 30 years of community building

Robert Washburn September 21, 2024

The show: The full interview with bonus material: More than 30 years ago, David Sheffield attended a...

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Tragic death leads to debate about opioids within Alderville community, says chief

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Tragic death leads to debate about opioids within Alderville community, says chief

Robert Washburn September 7, 2024

The show (full interview): International Overdose Awareness Day was last week. A tragic death caused by a...

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Alderville member and new Southeast Regional Chief Marsha Smoke shares roles, responsibilities, and life

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Alderville member and new Southeast Regional Chief Marsha Smoke shares roles, responsibilities, and life

Robert Washburn August 31, 2024

The show: The full interview with bonus material: Marsha Smoke is a quiet, humble individual who lives...

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Cobourg Police officers getting special training to better help troubled veterans

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Cobourg Police officers getting special training to better help troubled veterans

Robert Washburn August 30, 2024

Veterans who are unsheltered and coming into contact with Cobourg police officers could get some unexpected help...

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County residents encouraged to support food banks and reduce food waste

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County residents encouraged to support food banks and reduce food waste

Robert Washburn August 30, 2024

Northumberland County council wants residents to make a special effort to help those who cannot afford food...

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County official praises cooperation with town over decision not to pursue a formal agreement

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County official praises cooperation with town over decision not to pursue a formal agreement

Robert Washburn August 2, 2024

  By Robert Washburn Northumberland County praised a decision by Cobourg council to not seek a formal...

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County staff proposal for 60 new affordable units for a property in Colborne goes before committee

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County staff proposal for 60 new affordable units for a property in Colborne goes before committee

Robert Washburn July 27, 2024

The show: The full interview with bonus material: The demand for rental housing in Northumberland is apparent,...

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Mayor explains public conduct policy as council grapples with interactions between staff, politicians and residents

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Mayor explains public conduct policy as council grapples with interactions between staff, politicians and residents

Robert Washburn July 20, 2024

The show: The full interview with bonus material: If you go into many retail outlets or any...

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Cobourg resident shares journey from quiet taxpayer to vocal critic of stormwater fees

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Cobourg resident shares journey from quiet taxpayer to vocal critic of stormwater fees

Robert Washburn July 20, 2024

The show: The full interview with bonus material: Earlier this week, images of the flooding in Toronto...

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Personhood proposal for the Ganaraska River, plus details of the new $48.7 billion child welfare plan

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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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