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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.
Ed's House is named after Cobourg business owners and community supporters Ed and Diane Lorenz in recognition of the couple's generous donation to the establishment of the hospice care centre. Ed passed away in July 2021 at the age of 91. (Photo: Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre)

Ed’s House Northumberland hospice extends call for its board of directors

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'Our work ensures that individuals in our community receive compassionate and comprehensive care': Community Care Northumberland.
The Haliburton, Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit recently released its 2023 food insecurity and poverty report, which shows that 12.9 per cent of households in Haliburton County struggled to pay for rent, bills, and healthy food in 2020, followed by 10.2 per cent of households in the City of Kawartha Lakes and 8.7 per cent of households in Northumberland County. While food banks and other charitable food programs help some of the most urgent food needs, they are unable to address the issue of insufficient incomes that is the cause of poverty and food insecurity. (Photo: Steve Kauffeldt / Facebook)

Healthy eating continues to be a challenge for many families living in the Kawarthas...

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Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit has released its 2023 food insecurity and poverty report.
Peterborough's "Porch Pirates for Good" will once again be collecting food and toiletries on June 1, 2024 to help restock the shelves at Kawartha Food Share. Megan Murphy (right) organized the first city-wide porch food drive at the beginning of the pandemic and, in the past four years, the semi-annual food drives have collected more than 140,000 pounds of food and over $13,000 in monetary donations. (Photo: Kawartha Food Share)

Peterborough’s ‘Porch Pirates for Good’ collecting donations for Kawartha Food Share on June 1

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Over the past four years, semi-annual city-wide food drive has brought in 140,000 pounds of food and over $13,000 in monetary donations.
During the pandemic, paramedics took on on new skills and responsibilities, including administering vaccinations, conducting community testing, and managing complex respiratory cases. The pandemic has reshaped emergency medical services, with paramedics now also more involved in preventive care, chronic disease management, and health promotion. (Photo: Peterborough County)

Paramedics profession has undergone ‘significant evolution’ as a result of the pandemic

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Peterborough's top paramedic says first responders 'have demonstrated exceptional adaptability, resilience, and commitment'.
Celebrating Paramedic Services Week (May 19-25) helps boost the morale of paramedics and raise public awareness about the role the first responders play in the health care system. Pictured are four members of the Peterborough County-City Paramedics with facility dog Charlie, who comes to work each day work with the goal of reminding the team they are not alone as they face another shift. (Photo: Peterborough County / Facebook)

Peterborough County is recognizing and celebrating paramedics this week

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Paramedic Services Week from May 19-25 highlights integral role of paramedics in emergency response and community care.
Northumberland County and partners have announced the Port Hope Medical Walk-in Clinic is slated to reopen in July 2024. The clinic will be on the second floor of the building at 99 Toronto Rd., where Community Health Centres of Northumberland is located. (Photo: Google Maps)

Northumberland County and partners announce Port Hope walk-in clinic will reopen this summer

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One-year pilot project aims to address 'critical local need for accessible primary care services'.
Municipality of Port Hope Mayor Olena Hankivsky invites residents to have their say about desired supports and services for a new youth wellness hub serving Northumberland County. Pictured is Hankivsky (right) at the Ontario government's May 2, 2024 announcement in Port Hope of the youth wellness hub. (Photo: Rebound Child & Youth Services)

Port Hope mayor asks Northumberland residents to share their input and ideas for new...

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'There are going to be many opportunities in the community for folks to be involved' says Olena Hankivsky.
Anishinaabe chef, restaurateur, and entrepreneur Shawn Adler will be one of the Indigenous tradespeople participating in the Hiawatha First Nation Skilled Trades Fair for Indigenous students in grades 7 through 12. Adler will cook with groups of students and speak to his own experience in the skilled trades during the event, taking place on May 23, 2024 at the Hiawatha Life and Culture Centre. (Photo: Frances Beatty Photography)

Indigenous students can learn about in-demand careers at Hiawatha First Nation skilled trades fair...

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Event will include a hands-on demonstration by Anishinaabe chef, restaurateur, and entrepreneur Shawn Adler.
During the 2024 City Nature Challenge from April 26 - 29, 2024, Peterborough residents made 2,076 observations recorded 577 species of plants, birds, trees, fungi, mammals, insects and amphibians, with the yellow trout lily the most observed species. The perennial spring ephemeral flower is native to North America and is found in woodland habitats. (Photo: Meg Madden via iNaturalist)

Peterborough ranked 7th per capita in national city challenge to share observations of nature

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Four-day 'bio-blitz' in April generated higher public participation, more species sighted, and greater total observations logged.
Campbellford Memorial Hospital is located at 146 Oliver Road in Campbellford. (Photo Campbellford Memorial Hospital)

Campbellford Memorial Hospital completes $6 million-plus HVAC system upgrades

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Hospital says new system reduces risk of transmission of airborne diseases as well as energy use and greenhouse gases.
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