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Articles by Natalie Hamilton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Natalie Hamilton, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
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Based in Northumberland County, Natalie Hamilton is an award-winning journalist with more than 20 years of experience. Her reporting is funded by the Government of Canada through its Local Journalism Initiative.
Medical officer of health Dr. Thomas Piggott provides an update on the measles outbreak in Ontario during a meeting of the board of health of the Haliburton Kawartha Northumberland Peterborough Health Unit on April 16, 2025 in Lindsay. (kawarthaNOW screenshot of YouTube video)

Medical officer of health provides update on measles in Kawarthas region

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While no cases have been reported locally, Dr. Thomas Piggott says the number of provincial cases is 'exponential compared to recent years'.
The City of Kawartha Lakes is marking Earth Day on Tuesday, April 22 and is hosting a weeklong celebration during Earth Week from April 20 to 26 with opportunities for community involvement. (Photo: City of Kawartha Lakes)

City of Kawartha Lakes encourages residents to take part in Earth Day activities

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Municipality is promoting community clean-up efforts and participation in the Adopt-A-Road program.
An illustration for "My Good Friend Jay", created and performed by Montana Adams of Indian Way Theatre, which is one of the new performances at the 2025 Nogojiwanong Indigenous Fringe Festival taking place at the Peterborough Theatre Guild from June 19 to 22. In the play, Adams recounts her memories of growing up in Akwesasne, a Mohawk community that straddles Ontario, Quebec, and New York State. While the Canadian and U.S. governments consider the community to be four separate jurisdictions, the residents consider Akwesasne to be a contiguous community despite the difficulties brought on by having to cross borders to visit neighbours. (Illustration: Honni David)

Nogojiwanong Indigenous Fringe Festival announces artist line-up for 2025 event

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New and returning artists are on the bill for the festival running from June 19 to 22 at NIFF's new home at the Peterborough Theatre Guild.
Municipality of Brighton council has declared April 14 - 19, 2025 as "Love Local Week" in Brighton. The week encompasses initiatives which encourage people to shop locally and support area businesses, including 1,000 Love Local tote bags available at select retail businesses in Brighton to customers who make a purchase of $30. (Photos: Municipality of Brighton / Facebook)

Brighton launches ‘Love Local Week’ to promote shopping locally, support business community, and stimulate...

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Economic development department creates online space for residents and businesses to share products they've found in Brighton that are made in Canada.
Community Futures Peterborough and municipal and business organization partners have come together to create a "tariff toolkit" aimed at helping local businesses navigate the impact of tariffs. (kawarthaNOW collage of supplied photos)

Community Futures Peterborough and partners launch ‘tariff toolkit’ for local businesses

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Downloadable guide is intended to help businesses assess their current trade strategies and explore new opportunities.
Located at 64 Lindsay Street South in Lindsay, A Place Called Home (APCH) offers emergency shelter for people experiencing homelessness and a daily drop-in service for people at risk of homelessness in Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton County. (Photo: APCH)

A Place Called Home in need of Easter treats for children staying at Lindsay...

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Community members can also help by donating turkey, ham, vegetables, desserts for an Easter Sunday dinner.
Northumberland County council (left to right, front to back): Cramahe Township mayor Mandy Martin, warden and Brighton mayor Brian Ostrander, deputy warden and Port Hope mayor Olena Hankivsky, Trent Hills mayor Bob Crate, Hamilton Township mayor Scott Gibb, Cobourg mayor Lucas Cleveland, and Alnwick/Haldimand mayor John Logel. (Photo: Northumberland County)

Four Northumberland County mayors to get strong powers under provincial proposal

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Mayors of Cobourg, Port Hope, Brighton, and Trent Hills among 169 additional municipalities to get the powers on May 1.
Northumberland County is gearing up for Earth Day on April 22, 2025 with a variety of activities, including the popular "Mayors' Keep the County Clean Challenge." (Graphic: Northumberland County)

Northumberland launches ‘Mayors’ Keep the County Clean Challenge’ for 15th year

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Community members can register with their municipality for friendly competition running from April 21 to 26.
Kawartha Conservation staff are working to clear downed trees, overhanging branches, and storm debris at both Ken Reid Conservation Area near Lindsay and Windy Ridge Conservation Area near Omemee following the March 2025 ice storm that caused widespread damage to both properties. (Photo: Kawartha Conservation / Facebook)

Kawartha Conservation working to restore access to Ken Reid and Windy Ridge Conservation Areas...

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'It's heartbreaking to see some of the iconic trees destroyed, but the forest is still quite resilient and strong': Kristie Virgoe.
An encampment near Rivera Park in Lindsay in 2024. (Photo: Lindsay Community Watch / Facebook)

City of Kawartha Lakes staff present proposed encampment response policy to council

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'Approaching this issue with empathy, effective communication, and a commitment to long-term housing solutions over time is key': city's human services manager.
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