Lester Steps Down From Candidacy

In Local

By Cecilia Nasmith/Today’s Northumberland

Citing personal and professional reasons, Alison Lester has regretfully announced her resignation as the Federal Liberal candidate for the Northumberland-Peterborough South riding.

A local lawyer, Lester represented the party in the 2021 election which saw incumbent Philip Lawrence re-elected.

I am not saying I will never again pursue public office, but not for the foreseeable future,” Lester said in her announcement.

She extended her thanks to the party and the local association and its executive for their support.

I would also like to thank all those who supported me in that last Federal election, my campaign team, the volunteers and the countless citizens I had the privilege to meet over the course of the campaign,” she continued,

Also I want to say a special thank-you to my family, who were behind me every step of the way.”

Lester closed by wishing every success to the local Federal Liberal Association and its next candidate.

Cecilia Nasmith
Author: Cecilia Nasmith

Join Our Newsletter!

Want to keep up to date on news and events in Northumberland? Subscribe to newsletter!

You may also read!

Video – Photo Gallery – Hundreds of Students Attend Level Up! Career Fair in Grafton

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HmUvYrZmNEg The Haldimand Arena was filled with students on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 learning around rewarding careers in the skilled

Read More...

In My Opinion – Is It Really That Difficult for Cobourg Police to Keep The Public Informed?

So many questions - like always with the Cobourg Police Service. And also like always, little to no communication to

Read More...

St. Thomas Police – Two Suspects Wanted for Multiple Distraction Thefts

As a result of an investigation by the St Thomas Police Services’ Property Crime Unit, in collaboration with the

Read More...

Mobile Sliding Menu