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Various roads in downtown Orono will close on Saturday, September 7, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the Orono Fair Parade. The affected roads include: * Mill Street from Centre Street to Church Street * Church Street from Mill Street to the east end of the street * Centre
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The Orono Fair Book Sale will take place at the Orono Library on the following dates: * Saturday, September 7, 2024: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM * Sunday, September 8, 2024: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM During this event, attendees can purchase books and other materials. A special offer allows
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A male has been arrested after allegedly observing homeowners on their properties in Ajax. On Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at approximately 9:05 p.m., members of the West Division responded to multiple reports of a prowler in the vicinity of Georgina Drive and Brooks Road. The suspect reportedly entered
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Whitby, Ontario – On Wednesday, September 4, members of the Durham Region Transit Executive Committee (TEC) met to discuss various Durham Region Transit (DRT) initiatives and updates. Details and highlights include: * September service enhancements: Effective September 3, 2024, DRT introduced new routes, enhanced scheduled service to some areas previously served by
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In the second quarter of 2024, the labour productivity of Canadian businesses decreased by 0.2%. This follows a decline of 0.3% in the previous quarter and a 0.3% increase in the fourth quarter of 2023. The decline in productivity is attributed to a growth in hours worked
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The Ontario government has announced funding of up to $6 million for the Ontario Craft Cider Marketing Fund over the next six years. This funding aims to assist provincial craft cideries in marketing their products and stimulating growth within the sector. According to Rob Flack, Minister of Agriculture, Food and
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A male has been charged after operating a boat while prohibited in Pickering. On August 23, 2024, at approximately 8:05 p.m., members of the West Division responded to a water rescue call near Rouge Park Bay. A boat had lost power and was stranded near the shore. The
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Starting September 5, 2024, all licensed convenience stores in Ontario are permitted to sell beer, cider, wine, and ready-to-drink alcoholic beverages. This change allows 4,187 convenience stores across the province to offer these products, in addition to nearly 3,000 other licensed retail outlets and takeaway options
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A male is in custody following an incident involving threats made with a handgun in Oshawa. On Sunday, September 1, 2024, at approximately 9:15 p.m., officers from the Central East Division responded to a report of an armed individual in the vicinity of Olive Avenue and Keewatin Street
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A male is in custody following a break-and-enter incident near Orono, south of Kirby, where a shotgun was stolen. On Sunday, September 1, 2024, at approximately 8:50 a.m., officers from East Division responded to a report of a break-and-enter in progress at a residence
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The 170th Orono Fair is scheduled to take place from September 5 to September 8, 2024, at 2 Princess Street, Orono, Clarington. The event will run from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM on September 5. Event Highlights: * Demo Cross Events on Thursday night and Sunday afternoon, presented by
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An investigation by the Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) unit has led to the arrest of a male in Oshawa on charges related to child pornography. On August 30, 2024, the ICE unit received information regarding a suspect allegedly involved in the making and sharing of child pornographic content online. Following