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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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41:49

Women in Northumberland may benefit from proposed...

Consider This Northumberland ·

2025/12/19

New federal legislation announced last week could deem femicide a first-degree murder offence. It also makes coercive controlThe post Women in Northumberland may benefit from proposed federal laws, says Cornerstone executive director appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Day of remembrance marks dramatic increases in demand at women’s shelter, says executive director Violence against women up in Northumberland as shelter faces challenges to help and educate Transitioning back into the

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39:02

Youth Wellness Hub opens and Nightstop program...

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2025/12/19

One year ago, Rebound Youth Services launched a new program for homeless youth called Nightstop. The volunteer-based program The post Youth Wellness Hub opens and Nightstop program continues as services expand for young people in Northumberland appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Rebound accepting referrals for homeless prevention program for youth Young adults want to stay in Trent Hills but face barriers, says youth survey Youth entrepreneurs display their summer businesses at

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46:57

Changes to landlord, tenant laws will have...

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2025/12/06

Tenant rights groups across Ontario are upset with the government over a series of changes to laws affectingThe post Changes to landlord, tenant laws will have far-reaching impact for both sides locally, says expert appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Tenant’s rights eroding as province continues to hold online hearings, advocates say Chambers of Commerce call on all three levels of government to address housing crisis Lawyer worries about Northumberland tenants as landlords given

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20:08

Mental health expert suggests helpful strategies to...

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2025/12/06

A recent study found that nearly one-third of Canadians expect this year’s holidays to be more stressful than The post Mental health expert suggests helpful strategies to deal with Christmas pressures and stress appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Local mental health experts offer life hacks for addressing stress and anxiety during holiday season Surviving the stress of Christmas and a pandemic (round four) from two local experts Pandemic fatigue and uncertainty are some of the mental

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30:07

Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority has many...

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2025/11/28

The Ontario government is proposing to consolidate 36 conservation authorities into seven. A new central agency will provideThe post Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority has many concerns over provincial consolidation proposal, says chair appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Future of Garden Hill Dam debated as municipal council asked for financial support Rising water levels set records as experts explain why Rowden’s published response to recent column

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42:55

Changes in immigration policy affect country and...

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2025/11/28

Immigration is a hot topic these days. Changes to the system were announced in the recent federal budget. The post Changes in immigration policy affect country and Northumberland County, says expert appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Tories continue assault against new Canadians Help Centre prepares for possible repercussions of tariffs on Northumberland residents County CAO explains how tax dollars are being spent across Northumberland

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33:45

Alderville band council takes historic step towards...

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2025/11/22

Earlier this week, the Alderville Band Council made a landmark decision. It may be one of the mostThe post Alderville band council takes historic step towards personhood for Rice Lake, says chief appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Historic decision by Alderville band council major step in quest for Rice Lake personhood Alderville chief takes Rice Lake personhood efforts to United Nations Legal personhood for Rice Lake slowly gathering momentum, says Alderville Chief

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41:15

Northumberland Hills Hospital launches pilot program...

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2025/11/22

Nothing helps someone sick in the hospital more than having loved ones or friends giving the support they The post Northumberland Hills Hospital launches pilot program to include patient caregivers to support treatment appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: New pilot program at Campbellford hospital bridges patient care at home while waiting to meet ongoing needs In Their Words: Hamilton Twp sends well-known resident to new doctor recruitment committee Northumberland Hills Hospital

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41:44

Brighton Homelessness Task Force collaborating with...

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2025/11/15

There are those in Cobourg who will tell you it is the epicentre for those living rough. Then,The post Brighton Homelessness Task Force collaborating with community to address issues as winter is coming, says chair appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Brighton politician wants to help unsheltered people in the town with help from county Brighton undertakes environmental sustainability plan to tackle climate change and more, says councillor In Their Words: Hamilton Twp council takes

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33:34

Local food banks see growing demand as more people...

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2025/11/15

Nationally, the picture is grim, and the numbers are crushing. More than two million Canadians used food banks The post Local food banks see growing demand as more people face food insecurity, says executive director appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Rising numbers of people using food bank in face of inflation, gas prices, says CEO Fare Share food bank see need skyrocket as people seeking help more than doubles Northumberland County food banks respond to growing need to feed those

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40:24

Cobourg police chief promises single-digit increase...

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2025/11/08

Cobourg Police Chief Paul VandeGraaf delivered his 2026 budget, which includes a whopping 20.5 percent increase. It isThe post Cobourg police chief promises single-digit increase in future following massive 20.5 percent hike for 2026 appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Cobourg Police Chief defends budget as the public seeks answers to a 20.5 percent increase Cobourg police chief explains Safer Streets program impact, compared to Bill 6 Not much wiggle room as Port Hope police told to

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30:32

Paramedic response times affected by delays dropping...

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2025/11/08

The Northumberland County ambulance service celebrated its 10th Survivor’s Night recently. It is a chance for patients to The post Paramedic response times affected by delays dropping off patients at hospital, says Ambulance Chief appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: New 911 ambulance dispatch system launching March 26 to provide improved service, says chief New pilot program at Campbellford hospital bridges patient care at home while waiting to meet ongoing needs County responding to

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28:00

Report says Grafton water users could pay up to $17...

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2025/10/31

Users of the municipal water system in Grafton could be on the hook for a $17.5 million upgrade,The post Report says Grafton water users could pay up to $17 million over the next decade for upgrades and expansion appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: All options open as council seeks public input on future of Alnwick-Haldimand Memorial Arena Everything from Grafton arena to housing considered in strategic planning, says mayor Hamilton Township residents on municipal water could see big

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43:31

Oral history project seeks to increase awareness and...

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2025/10/31

In the face of an ongoing debate over the fate of people living on the margins in Cobourg, The post Oral history project seeks to increase awareness and humanize those on margins in Cobourg appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Yarn, poles and building community subject of film debut and guest speaker Retired head of Green Wood Coalition reflects on more than 30 years of community building Green Wood Coalition seeks people for conversations about pressing issues post-pandemic

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31:08

Increased OPP costs will hit rural taxpayers in...

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2025/10/25

Rural taxpayers in Northumberland County could be facing an 11 percent increase in policing costs next year. WhenThe post Increased OPP costs will hit rural taxpayers in Northumberland next year appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: New warden explains the ins and outs of a three-year budget for county Warden sizes up past year in council chambers and why you should pay attention in 2025 Northumberland farmers brace for increased costs as food prices rise for consumers

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26:09

Hamilton Township residents on municipal water could...

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2025/10/24

Hamilton Township residents using the municipal water system will see a possible 60 per cent increase in rates The post Hamilton Township residents on municipal water could see big increase in rates until 2025 appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Hamilton Township part of significant pilot project studying innovative water treatment A 1,600-acre development floated at public meeting has Hamilton Township family worried In Their Words: Hamilton Township blindsided on doctor recruitment

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29:23

Warden says 50/50 chance county will not offer...

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2025/10/18

Northumberland County Warden Brian Ostrander says there is a 50/50 chance no warming room will be offered byThe post Warden says 50/50 chance county will not offer warming room, up to others to step up appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: County official says candidates for warming room step up but no specifics Decision delayed on where to put homeless winter warming room in Northumberland County Homeless Day march spawns statement from county on warming room prep

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31:54

Not much wiggle room as Port Hope police told to...

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2025/10/18

The Port Hope Police Services Board and the Chief were asked to sharpen their pencils after the $8.4 The post Not much wiggle room as Port Hope police told to review draft budget for savings, say Chief appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: Port Hope’s new police chief an innovator, leader and working on his first 100-days plan Additional officers, additional auxiliary will raise profile of Port Hope police, says chief Port Hope Police ask for an additional $1 million to address staff

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25:59

County official says candidates for warming room step...

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2025/10/11

Recently, temperatures in Northumberland County dropped into the single digits at night. A frost warning was issued earlierThe post County official says candidates for warming room step up but no specifics appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: In Their Words: No municipality stepping up to host warming hub, politicians told Homeless Day march spawns statement from county on warming room prep County CAO explains recent developments regarding emergency shelter and encampment

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38:34

Colborne Rural Outreach Clinic open but future is...

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2025/10/03

The Rural Outreach Clinic in Colborne is open. That is a message the Ontario Health Team of NorthumberlandThe post Colborne Rural Outreach Clinic open but future is unclear, says health team co-chair appeared first on Consider This. Related posts: New rural outreach clinic marks collaborative efforts by municipality and health team to increase access Ontario Health Team Northumberland wants to know what you think about local healthcare Seeking solutions for people without doctors, Ontario Health

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