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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.
In the wake of the unexpected departure of Northumberland County's former chief administrative officer Jennifer Moore on September 29, 2025, county council has appointed Glenn Dees to the position in an interim basis. (Photo: Northumberland County)

Northumberland County council appoints Glenn Dees as interim chief administrative officer

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Director of health and human services replaces former CAO Jennifer Moore following unexpected announcement of her departure on September 29.
Members of the Eastern Ontario Wardens' Caucus (EOWC) at Queen's Park in Toronto in May 2025. EOWC represents 13 counties and single-tier municipal governments across eastern Ontario and advocates for the needs of over 800,000 residents. (Photo: EOWC)

Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus opposes VIA Rail Canada’s pilot project to eliminate passenger stops...

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Although the Crown corporation has since delayed non-stop service between Toronto and Montreal, it plans to resurrect the pilot project in the future.
Three of the 150 women who participated in the 2024 She Owns It Women's Entrepreneurship Conference. Presented once again by the Business & Entrepreneurship Centre Northumberland (BECN), the third annual event takes place on November 6, 2025 at the Best Western Plus Cobourg Inn & Convention Centre. (Photo: BECN)

Registration open for 3rd annual ‘She Owns It’ women’s entrepreneurship conference in Cobourg

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Full-day event on November 6 features a keynote from Leisse Wilcox, a panel discussion with four local women in businesses, two hands-on workshops, and more.
Northumberland County Warden Brian Ostrander announced on September 29, 2025 that, effective immediately, Jennifer Moore will no longer serve as the county's chief administrative officer. (Photo: Northumberland County)

Northumberland County Warden Brian Ostrander announces Jennifer Moore is no longer the county’s CAO

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Ostrander would not comment on the reason for the longtime employee's departure, effective September 29, citing the matter was discussed in a closed session of council.
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 Lindsay marking 30th anniversary with community event on World...

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During October 10 celebration, emergency housing shelter serving Kawartha Lakes and Haliburton County will kick off fundraising campaign to raise $30,000.
Following seven months of concerns raised by neighbouring residents and businesses about drug paraphernalia, swearing, fights, and people urinating on their properties, Northumberland County decided to close the warming/cooling hub at the "modernized" homeless shelter at 310 Division Street in downtown Cobourg as of July 4, 2025. The location offered a low-barrier place for people to rest and access an accessible shower and washroom, laundry facilities, and storage lockers for personal belongings. (Photo: Northumberland County)

Northumberland County ‘actively exploring opportunities’ for new temporary warming room location outside of Cobourg

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Following July closure of Division Street warming room, county staff have had 'productive discussions with a couple of locations'.

Peterborough photographer Heather Doughty raising funds for YWCA Peterborough Haliburton

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From September 29 to October 1, Doughty is selling a limited run of 100 prints of her 'Women in the Windows' composite photo featuring 48 local women.
Métis actor, musician, philanthropist, and activist Tom Jackson will be joined by local Indigenous leaders for "Canindian: A Celebration of Truth and a Celebration of Reconciliation" at the Capitol Theatre in Port Hope on September 20, 2025. Hosted by the Municipality of Port Hope, the evening of music, storytelling, and more will mark National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. (Photo: Craig Koshyk)

Port Hope to host ‘Canindian’ celebration of truth and reconciliation on Tuesday featuring Métis...

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Local Indigenous leaders will join Jackson at September 30 event at the Capitol Theatre for an evening of song, storytelling, and performances.
Newly merged non-profit digital literacy organizations Ampere (previously Pinnguaq Association) and Canada Learning Code have a long history of working together, including at the original Pinnguaq Makerspace in Iqaluit, Nunavut, where they worked together on "Code Week 2018." Ampere founder and CEO Ryan Oliver, who is now also CEO of Canada Learning Code, is pictured at the far left. (Photo: Ampere)

Non-profit digital literacy organizations Ampere and Canada Learning Code announce merger

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Lindsay native and Ampere founder and CEO Ryan Oliver is now also CEO of Toronto-based Canada Learning Code.
The "Couture for Kids" fashion show returns to Lindsay on October 2, 2025 to support Five Counties Children's Centre in providing treatment services for children and youth with special needs who live in Kawartha Lakes. The fashion show features clothing from local retailers Brittany N Bros, Brittany's Shoes, Bonita Clothing & Co, Cathy Allan Ladieswear, John G's, Homethreads Boutique, The Lingerie Loft, Lizzy's by Cathy Allan, and Nisbett's Clothiers. (Photo: Five Counties Children's Centre)

Lindsay clothing retailers partner with Five Counties Children’s Centre for second annual ‘Couture for...

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October 2 fashion show will support treatment services for children and youth with special needs who live in Kawartha Lakes
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