The Ontario government is proposing to consolidate 36 conservation authorities into seven. A new central agency will provide The 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

Immigration is a hot topic these days. Changes to the system were announced in the recent federal budget. The post Changes in immigration policy effect 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

Earlier this week, the Alderville Band Council made a landmark decision. It may be one of the most The 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

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 COVID-19 outbreaks part of cold and flu season, says CEO

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 collaborative approach to affordable housing

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 struggling to eat

Cobourg Police Chief Paul VandeGraaf delivered his 2026 budget, which includes a whopping 20.5 percent increase. It is The 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 review draft budget for savings, say Chief

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 American tariffs as a local strategic plan is developed by municipalities, says officials

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 increase in rates until 2025

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