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The Enchanted Crystal Cafe Opens in Orono
The Enchanted Crystal Cafe has opened in Orono as of August 10th. The cafe offers a variety of lattes, teas, and baked goods. Visitors can also explore a selection of crystals available for purchase.
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Ontario Sees Job Growth in July 2024
Employment in Ontario increased by 22,000 jobs (+0.3%) in July 2024. This growth was driven by gains in full-time employment (+70,000; +1.1%), which were partially offset by declines in part-time work (-48,000; -3.2%). The unemployment rate in Ontario fell by 0.3
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Weather report for Aug 10, 2024
Morning Weather Report for Clarington, Ontario, Canada: Saturday, August 10, 2024 Expect a mix of sun and cloud today. Clouds will increase towards noon, bringing a 30% chance of showers in the afternoon. The wind will shift to the west at 30 km/h later today. The day's
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Blue-Green Algae Advisory Issued for Kinsmen Beach
The Durham Region Health Department has issued a blue-green algae advisory for Kinsmen Beach in Palmer Park, near Platten Island. Residents are advised to avoid swimming or playing in areas where the water is discoloured or where foam, scum, or mats of algae are present. Additionally, consuming fish from
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170th Orono Fair Scheduled with Various Activities
The 170th Orono Fair will take place soon in Orono. The fair will feature various activities including Demo Cross events, a Truck and Tractor Pull, a Craft Beer Festival, a full midway, livestock competitions, food trucks, and vendors. Jade Eagleson, the 2023 CCMA Awards Entertainer of the Year, will perform
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Clarington Beaches Posted as Unsafe for Swimming Due to Elevated E. coli Levels
The Durham Region Health Department has posted several beaches in Clarington as unsafe for swimming due to elevated levels of E. coli. The affected beaches include Bowmanville East, Bowmanville West, and Newcastle Beach Central. These postings are based on water tests conducted during the week of August 6, 2024, which
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Clarington Baseball Diamonds Closed Due to Rain on August 9, 2024
All baseball diamonds in Clarington are closed today, August 9, 2024, due to rain and wet conditions. This closure affects local sports leagues, recreational activities, and community events scheduled for the day.
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Traffic Stop Leads to Firearm and Drug Seizure in Whitby
On Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at approximately 11:30 p.m., members of the Central West Division conducted a traffic stop on a suspicious vehicle in the area of Dundas Street West and Halls Road North in Whitby. During the stop, officers detected a strong smell of cannabis coming from
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Ontario to spend $260M on worker training
The Ontario government has announced an expansion of the Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream, committing up to an additional $260 million. This investment aims to address labour shortages and connect more workers with better jobs. Since its launch in 2021, the SDF Training Stream has helped almost 600,000
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Durham Region Weekly Beach Report Highlights Unsafe Beaches
The Durham Region Health Department has released its weekly beach report for the week of August 6, 2024. The report indicates that 10 public beaches in the region are currently posted as unsafe for swimming due to elevated levels of E. coli bacteria, which exceed the provincial standard of 200
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Weather report for Aug 09, 2024
Good morning, Clarington! Today's Weather: * Tuesday: A mix of sun and cloud. High of 23°C. Low of 12°C. Perfect weather for outdoor activities. * Wednesday: Expect more sun with a mix of clouds at times. Highs reaching 23°C. Cloudy periods at night with a low of
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Soper Creek Trail Construction Timeline and Details
Construction Schedule and Affected Areas * Week of July 2, 2024: Installation of sediment/erosion control fencing and construction fencing. * Week of July 8, 2024: Site preparation on the east side of Soper Creek Trail. * July 15 to September 15, 2024: Active construction period for sanitary sewer installation. Soper Creek Trail