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Pound & Pestle Culinary Co. Opens on Main Street in Orono
A new business, Pound & Pestle Culinary Co., has opened on Main Street in Orono. The establishment focuses on food, hospitality, and ambiance, with produce sourced from local farmers.
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Durham Region Roadway Line Painting Schedule
Until November, Durham Region's roadway line painting operations are taking place primarily on weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., with occasional weekend and nighttime operations. Line painting is essential for road safety, as it defines lanes and guides traffic, providing important information to motorists, cyclists,
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Ongoing Beach Monitoring Program
The Durham Region Health Department conducts an ongoing beach monitoring program throughout the summer to ensure public safety at local beaches. This program includes bacteriological water tests to assess whether the water is safe for swimming. Water samples are tested at the Public Health Ontario Laboratory located in Peterborough. Results
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Durham Region Health Department's Beach Monitoring Program
The Durham Region Health Department monitors 14 public beaches throughout the region from early June until the end of August. During the beach monitoring season, information notices about blue-green algae are posted at all public beaches. If blue-green algae are confirmed at these beaches, advisory signs indicating their
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Impact of vHEAT on Energy Consumption and Emissions in Durham Region
The Virtual Home Energy Assessment Tool (vHEAT) has been launched in Durham Region to assist homeowners in understanding their energy consumption and identifying ways to reduce it. According to the release, home energy use contributes over 30% of total annual greenhouse gas emissions in the region. vHEAT utilizes artificial intelligence
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Upcoming Virtual Public Information Centre for MCEA Sanitary Sewage Pumping Station Plan in Beaverton
The Regional Municipality of Durham is conducting a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) study to address the sanitary sewage servicing needs of the Beaverton Employment Area. This study aims to identify and review various alternative sites for the Sanitary Sewage Pumping Station (SSPS) and select a preferred alternative to
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Ritson School Project Community Engagement Session Scheduled for July 31
The Regional Municipality of Durham will host a virtual community engagement session for the Ritson School Project on July 31 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Residents are invited to learn about the development plans for the former Ritson School site, located at 300 Ritson Road South in Oshawa.
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Durham Region’s Climate Emergency Response: The Role of the Durham Greener Homes Program and vHEAT
Durham Region has launched the Virtual Home Energy Assessment Tool (vHEAT) as part of the Durham Greener Homes Program. This initiative aims to assist homeowners in understanding their energy consumption and identifying ways to reduce it. According to the official documents, home energy use accounts for over 30% of the
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Partnerships Supporting the Durham Greener Homes Program
The Durham Greener Homes Program is supported through partnerships with Windfall Ecology Centre, local municipalities, and energy utilities. This collaborative effort aims to enhance energy efficiency and address climate change in the region. The program includes the newly launched Virtual Home Energy Assessment Tool (vHEAT), which utilizes artificial intelligence to
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Launch of Virtual Home Energy Assessment Tool in Durham Region
The Virtual Home Energy Assessment Tool (vHEAT) was launched today in Durham Region as part of the Durham Greener Homes Program. This tool utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) to generate a digital energy score, allowing homeowners to compare their energy consumption with similar homes. Additionally, vHEAT provides a customized 'retrofit
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Family Activities at Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Centre
The Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Centre in Bowmanville is hosting family playtime and exploration activities. The events are scheduled every Thursday from July 4 to August 29, between 4 PM and 8 PM. Visitors can bring their picnic to the Museum grounds and participate in interactive games and activities suitable
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Lane Restrictions on Simcoe Street South in Oshawa
The Regional Municipality of Durham has announced lane restrictions on Simcoe Street South (Regional Road 2) in the City of Oshawa. The restrictions will be in effect from July 29 to August 16. The affected area is Simcoe Street South, from Olive Avenue (Regional Road 59) to Avenue Street. These