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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.
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.
Three young participants along the Cobourg waterfront after last year's 'Kilometers for Kids' fundraising walk and run supporting Rebound Child & Youth Services. This year's event takes place on May 26, 2024 and features five and 10 kilometre routes, with proceeds supporting local mental health services for children and youth and their families. (Photo: Rebound Child & Youth Services)

Community members can hit the pavement May 26 to support mental wellness for Northumberland...

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Rebound Child & Youth Services aims to raise $30,000 during annual 'Kilometers for Kids' run/walk in Cobourg.
Peterborough will be sending three teams comprising 20 athletes to the Special Olympics Ontario Spring Games in Waterloo from May 23-26, 2024, including 10-pin bowling, basketball, and swimming. (Photo: Jenn Scates)

20 Peterborough Special Olympians heading to Ontario Spring Games

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Wilfred Laurier University hosts games at Waterloo campus May 23 to 26.
McHappy Day at McDonald's restaurants in Cobourg and Port Hope on May 8, 2024 raised a record $30,000 to support kids' treatment services at Five Counties Children's Centre as well as services at Ronald McDonald House Charities. Pictured are Five Counties staff, volunteers, supporters (including the Cobourg Fire Department), and local McDonald's owner and operator Lisa Wilson. (Photo courtesy of Five Counties Children's Centre)

McHappy Day rings in record result for children’s treatment centre in the Kawarthas

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'We are fortunate to live in a very generous and supportive community': Five Counties Children's Centre spokesperson.
The Teeny Tiny Summit on June 6, 2024 at the Minden Community Centre features keynote speaker Peter Kenyon, a social entrepreneur, author, economist, and community enthusiast who has worked with over 1,000 rural communities throughout Australia and overseas seeking to facilitate fresh and creative ways that stimulate community and economic renewal. He received the Senior Australian of the Year Award for Western Australia in 2017. (Photo via The Senior Australia)

Haliburton County has big aspirations for June 6 ‘Teeny Tiny Summit’ in Minden

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Renowned Australian social entrepreneur Peter Kenyon is keynote speaker at full-day rural economic development conference.
Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region has announced the winners of 'The Big Flip', its inaugural furniture flipping contest intended to encourage people to repurpose old furniture rather than dispose of it in the landfill. Philip Feder won the People's Choice Award for his Superman-themed side table crafted from repurposed comic book covers. (Photos courtesy of Philip Feder)

Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region announces winners of ‘The Big Flip’ furniture...

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Philip Feder and Cass Stabler each won prizes for repurposing old furniture rather than disposing it in the landfill.
A large crowd at Del Crary Park in downtown Peterborough watches a performance on the former Fred Anderson stage at Peterborough Musicfest, Canada's longest-running free-admission summer concert series. The festival's economic impact has been evaluated at $4.3 million, according to figures recently released by festival organizers. (Photo: Peterborough Musicfest)

‘We aim to solidify Musicfest’s position as a cultural cornerstone’ in Peterborough and beyond

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Festival's general manager hopes for continued and growing economic impact of twice-weekly waterfront concert series.
Northumberland-Peterborough South MPP David Piccini (left) at the Ontario government's announcement on May 2, 2024 in Port Hope of a new Youth Wellness Hub for Northumberland County. Also pictured are Port Hope mayor Olena Hankivsky and Ontario health minister Sylvia Jones (second and third from left), associate minister of mental health and addictions Michael Tibollo (second from right), and Vladimir Khaimovich (right). (Photo: David Piccini)

New Northumberland wellness hub ‘a beacon of hope and support for our young people’:...

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Port Hope location will provide mental health and substance use services and resources for young adults and families.
Residents, politicians, and business owners officially kicked off the Walton Street reconstruction project in downtown Port Hope on May 8, 2024. (Photo: Municipality of Port Hope)

‘We are building more than just a road – we are building a better...

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Port Hope holds ceremony to kick off Walton Street reconstruction work, waives transit fees for certain routes.
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