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Consider This Northumberland

Robert Washburn

Politics, Life and Journalism in Northumberland County: Local journalist Robert Washburn hosts a current affairs program dedicated to the issues facing our community. He talks to people on the frontlines and those behind the scenes, who make a difference in your life and Northumberland County.

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34:18

The future of Strathmore House has heritage advocates...

Consider This Northumberland ·

2025/04/11

Some people are worried about the future of the historic Strathmore House on the former Brookside property in The post The future of Strathmore House has heritage advocates worried about what’s next for historic building appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Cobourg could be doing more to preserve its historically significant architecture, says expert New daycare rates are now in effect as operators introduce $22 per day at most locations Inside Transition House as warming room opens

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31:45

Liberal candidate John Goheen tackles tariffs, tax...

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2025/04/05

It is easy to forget the current federal election is not just about the party leaders. While mostThe post Liberal candidate John Goheen tackles tariffs, tax cuts, deficits and local issues appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Liberal Dorothy Noronha unpacks party platform within a Northumberland perspective Liberal Alison Lester explains need for election, affordable housing, supports for seniors and more Farmers, roads and development high on the list of concerns for Logel

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25:48

Colborne residents receives King Charles III...

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2025/04/05

Elisabeth Baugh recently received the King Charles III Coronation Medal. In this interview, she will be joined by The post Colborne residents receives King Charles III Coronation Medal for advocacy work appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: County staff proposal for 60 new affordable units for a property in Colborne goes before committee Help Centre prepares for possible repercussions of tariffs on Northumberland residents Municipality, neighbours, and Community Care respond after

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43:02

Tariffs hit local companies hard, but there is room...

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2025/03/29

About $2.5 billion in goods and services cross the Canada-U.S. border daily, or nearly $1 trillion annually. CanadaThe post Tariffs hit local companies hard, but there is room for optimism, says manufacturers’ group appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: County responding to American tariffs as a local strategic plan is developed by municipalities, says officials Local farmers face huge hurdles as China and U.S. levy tariffs against Canada, says NFA president Help Centre prepares for

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40:55

Local farmers face huge hurdles as China and U.S....

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2025/03/29

Agriculture is one of the top economic drivers in Northumberland County. There were 840 farms in Northumberland, according The post Local farmers face huge hurdles as China and U.S. levy tariffs against Canada, says NFA president appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: County responding to American tariffs as a local strategic plan is developed by municipalities, says officials Port Hope chamber working with business and industry in responding to American tariffs New 911 ambulance

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39:02

Brighton undertakes environmental sustainability plan...

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2025/03/22

Brighton council set aside $100,000 in 2025 to create an environmental sustainability plan. The goal is to findThe post Brighton undertakes environmental sustainability plan to tackle climate change and more, says councillor appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Brighton politician wants to help unsheltered people in the town with help from county In Their Words: Brighton selects newest councillor Hannah MacAusland Help Centre prepares for possible repercussions of tariffs on

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40:54

Help Centre prepares for possible repercussions of...

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2025/03/22

For more than 40 years, the Help Centre has provided key services to people in need. From finding The post Help Centre prepares for possible repercussions of tariffs on Northumberland residents appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: New 911 ambulance dispatch system launching March 26 to provide improved service, says chief Construction of high-speed rural internet to underserved areas starts by end of January, says official Warden sizes up past year in council chambers and why you

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29:55

Port Hope chamber working with business and industry...

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2025/03/15

In the face of American tariffs, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce delivered a stark message to federal andThe post Port Hope chamber working with business and industry in responding to American tariffs appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: County responding to American tariffs as a local strategic plan is developed by municipalities, says officials Some optimism shines through despite gloom in Ontario Chamber report, says Port Hope CEO Port Hope mayor and deputy mayor reflect on the

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28:09

New 911 ambulance dispatch system launching March 26...

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2025/03/15

An important change is happening within the ambulance service in Northumberland County on March 26. A new dispatch The post New 911 ambulance dispatch system launching March 26 to provide improved service, says chief appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Warden sizes up past year in council chambers and why you should pay attention in 2025 Survivor night honours first responders and those they saved with heartfelt stories Construction of high-speed rural internet to underserved areas

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30:12

County responding to American tariffs as a local...

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2025/03/07

As the American tariffs come into effect and the economic fallout takes shape, the response by Northumberland CountyThe post County responding to American tariffs as a local strategic plan is developed by municipalities, says officials appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Potential tariffs by United States hold different challenges for Indigenous communities, Alderville chief explains Food4All program under review by Northumberland County as officials explore a revamp Warden sizes up

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37:17

Port Hope mayor and deputy mayor reflect on the past...

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2025/03/07

Port Hope residents experienced a heck of a year in 2024: the Walton Street reconstruction; the fight over The post Port Hope mayor and deputy mayor reflect on the past year and look ahead to 2025 appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Port Hope councillor provides background into 2025 budget Mayor says perfect storm hits as Port Hope council approved 6.9 percent increase for 2024 budget Town and HBIA join forces to promote downtown businesses under the Be Walton program

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28:34

Town creates task force after harbour group expresses...

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2025/03/01

In the fall, concerns were raised about the removal of sand willows from the West Headlands of CobourgThe post Town creates task force after harbour group expresses dismay over changes to West Headlands appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Resident’s group forms to fight proposed asphalt plant in Cramahe Township Warden sizes up past year in council chambers and why you should pay attention in 2025 Controversial harbour safety audit moves forward as consensus found, says

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28:00

Food4All program under review by Northumberland...

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2025/03/01

In 2024, more than 5,600 people visited a local food bank in Northumberland. The county’s Food4All warehouse provides The post Food4All program under review by Northumberland County as officials explore a revamp appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Northumberland County food banks respond to growing need to feed those struggling to eat Food4All continues to supply local food banks while preparing for potential increase in demand Warden sizes up past year in council chambers and why you

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40:29

New Open Borders rules present opportunities and...

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2025/02/22

A major change has taken place in kids’ hockey. The Ontario Hockey Federation launched its Open Borders programThe post New Open Borders rules present opportunities and challenges for young players in Northumberland appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Navy League one of many extracurricular activities facing challenges during fall startup across Northumberland Black History Month needs higher profile in Northumberland, says local advocate New police rules and regulations started on

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24:42

Walkers hope to raise $50,000 during Coldest Night of...

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2025/02/22

For those living rough, Coldest Night of the Year is a crucial fundraiser held annually in Port Hope. The post Walkers hope to raise $50,000 during Coldest Night of the Year walk in 2025, says organizers appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Awareness of plight of others higher this year, says Coldest Night of the Year organizer Coldest Night of the Year raises awareness and money to support the homeless, says organizer Coldest Night of the Year goes virtual for 2021, but the message

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27:14

Green Party’s Maxwell Groves outlines his party’s...

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2025/02/20

How do the party platforms for the Ontario Election impact Northumberland County? In a series of extensive, in-depthThe post Green Party’s Maxwell Groves outlines his party’s approach to issues in Northumberland County appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: NDP’s Bruce LePage digs into the party’s platform from a Northumberland County perspective Progressive Conservative David Piccini explains election call, answers critics, outlines platform Liberal Dorothy Noronha unpacks party

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46:58

NDP’s Bruce LePage digs into the party’s platform...

Consider This Northumberland ·

2025/02/20

How do the party platforms for the Ontario Election impact Northumberland County? In a series of extensive, in-depth The post NDP’s Bruce LePage digs into the party’s platform from a Northumberland County perspective appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Liberal Dorothy Noronha unpacks party platform within a Northumberland perspective Green Party’s Maxwell Groves outlines his party’s approach to issues in Northumberland County Progressive Conservative David Piccini explains election

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44:25

Liberal Dorothy Noronha unpacks party platform within...

Consider This Northumberland ·

2025/02/20

How do the party platforms for the Ontario Election impact Northumberland County? In a series of extensive, in-depth The post Liberal Dorothy Noronha unpacks party platform within a Northumberland perspective appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: NDP’s Bruce LePage digs into the party’s platform from a Northumberland County perspective Green Party’s Maxwell Groves outlines his party’s approach to issues in Northumberland County Progressive Conservative David Piccini explains election

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43:38

Progressive Conservative David Piccini explains...

Consider This Northumberland ·

2025/02/20

How do the party platforms for the Ontario Election impact Northumberland County? In a series of extensive, in-depth The post Progressive Conservative David Piccini explains election call, answers critics, outlines platform appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Green Party’s Maxwell Groves outlines his party’s approach to issues in Northumberland County Liberal Dorothy Noronha unpacks party platform within a Northumberland perspective Incumbent Progressive Conservative candidate David

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35:58

Resident’s group forms to fight proposed asphalt...

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2025/02/15

In September 2024, a local gravel pit company requested that Cramahe Township council extend its operation to 24The post Resident’s group forms to fight proposed asphalt plant in Cramahe Township appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: A 1,600-acre development floated at public meeting has Hamilton Township family worried Alderville chief appears before Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission hearing to voice concerns Small group advocates for tiny homes as solution to affordable housing in

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