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Durham Region Introduces Optical Bar Road Markings to Help Address Speeding

Justin Barber

27 Aug 2025

Drivers in Durham Region may notice new horizontal white lines painted in the middle of some traffic lanes. The Regional Municipality of Durham refers to these as optical bars, with spacing between the lines that narrows over each marked stretch of road.

The municipality states that these markings are intended to give the impression that a driver's speed is increasing, which can prompt motorists to reduce their speed as the lines appear closer together. The optical bars are part of the Durham Vision Zero Strategic Road Safety Action Plan, which aims to reduce and eliminate injuries and fatalities on local roads.

According to the Region, details about the specific locations of the optical bars within Durham have not been provided in the public announcement.

Over 500 Clarington Residents Attend Mayor & Council BBQ at Orono Park

On Sunday, August 24, 2025, more than 500 residents gathered at Orono Park in Clarington for the first Mayor & Council BBQ, according to the Municipality. The event featured food, games, and activities for families throughout the afternoon. Municipal officials stated that the event was organized following community discussions as

Stellar Drive in Whitby to Have Daytime Lane Restrictions September 8–12

Daytime lane restrictions are planned for Stellar Drive in Whitby from September 8 to 12, according to Durham Region. The restrictions will affect the section between 850 metres and one kilometre west of Thornton Road South. Durham Region stated the lane restrictions are required to repair asphalt in support of

Oshawa to Host Community Vaccination Event for People and Pets on August 27

Residents in Oshawa can attend a community vaccination event on Wednesday, August 27, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., according to the Region of Durham. The event will take place at 1540 Ritson Road South, with the Region advising attendees to look for the Durham Region Transit bus

Clarington Fall Recreation Program Registration Opens September 3

Registration for Clarington’s fall swimming lessons, group fitness classes, 55+ Active Adult programs, and other recreation programs opens at 7 a.m. on Wednesday, September 3, the municipality announced. This registration period includes new 55+ programs focused on art, music, dancing, cooking, and storytelling, as well as expanded pre-registration

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Over 500 Clarington Residents Attend Mayor & Council BBQ at Orono Park

Stellar Drive in Whitby to Have Daytime Lane Restrictions September 8–12

Oshawa to Host Community Vaccination Event for People and Pets on August 27

Clarington Fall Recreation Program Registration Opens September 3