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Bowmanville's King Street Reopens with Safety Measures Following Fire

King Street West in Bowmanville, Ontario, is now open to pedestrians and vehicles following a recent fire incident. The section of the street between Scugog Street and Silver Street had been closed to secure public safety during fire management efforts and is now accessible again.

Efforts are focused on the demolition of building units 69-75a, where crews are actively working while ensuring the site’s safety. Authorities have emphasized the importance of adhering to safety instructions, such as respecting boundary fencing around the demolition site.

While reopened, evaluations of the structural integrity of nearby buildings continue. The assessments are being managed by designated engineering teams. The municipality is responsible for overseeing operations and will provide further updates as the situation progresses. Information will be disseminated through official municipal channels.

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Ontario Tech named ‘Most Sustainably Improved’ in 2025 UI GreenMetric; receives Durham Region sustainability award

Ontario Tech University in Oshawa was named Most Sustainably Improved University in the 2025 UI GreenMetric World University Rankings and also received a sustainability award from the Region of Durham, the university announced December 19. UI GreenMetric evaluates universities worldwide on environmental performance, infrastructure and sustainability initiatives. The regional award