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Katie Nicholls, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Katie Nicholls, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Katie's career in media started 15 years ago as she worked at many radio stations across Simcoe County. Coming to NWO was an adventure for her and her family. Katie has extensive on-air experience and is very interested in what's going on across the region. She also enjoys delving into stories that involve the criminal justice system

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knicholls@dougallmedia.com

Recent Work by Katie

UPDATE: LCBO tentative agreement on hold

UPDATE: LCBO tentative agreement on hold

LCBO workers went on strike on July 5 in response to the province's decision to allow ready-to-drink beverages in grocery and convenience stores. 
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Ottawa revamps renovation funding for low-income families

Ottawa revamps renovation funding for low-income families

The new funding replaces the Canada Greener Homes Grant that was available previously. 
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Beadwork hits Canada's capital featuring local artists

Beadwork hits Canada's capital featuring local artists

Local beadwork artists have pieces being shown in a touring exhibition currently in Ottawa.
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Education, awareness key when discussing elder abuse

Education, awareness key when discussing elder abuse

Education and awareness are key when talking about the growing problem of elder abuse, says committee co-chair Rebecca Johnson
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Understaffing at district EMS stations critical: local union president

Understaffing at district EMS stations critical: local union president

Understaffing at EMS stations across the district has been an ongoing challenge.
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NDP MPP saddened by "horrific and traumatic" testimonies

NDP MPP saddened by "horrific and traumatic" testimonies

While church representatives acknowledged the need for change and action, no specific examples or actions were detailed during a recent meeting with victims.
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Confederation College announces its next president

Confederation College announces its next president

The incoming president will be the third female leader of the post-secondary institution's 57-year history.
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Bird rescue 50/50 hands out $13k to one lucky winner

Bird rescue 50/50 hands out $13k to one lucky winner

Thunderbird Wildlife Rescue holds a 50/50 draw quarterly to raise funds for the raptor rescue.
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Ontario getting $200M for new child care spaces

Ontario getting $200M for new child care spaces

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Monday that Ontario will receive $201.87 million to create child care spaces. 
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Mine rescuers testing their skills in a competition

Mine rescuers testing their skills in a competition

Mines from across the province are battling it out in a safety competition that will lead them to a province-wide face-off in June in Thunder Bay.
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