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In August 2024, payroll employment in Canada saw a minor increase of 13,500 positions, following a rise of 39,500 in July and a decline of 22,900 in June. On a year-over-year basis, payroll employment increased by 176,700, marking a 1.0% rise. Average weekly earnings for
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A 15-year-old female from Ajax has been charged following an investigation into threats made against a school. On October 30, 2024, at approximately 11:00 p.m., the West Division Central Investigations Branch (CIB) of the Durham Regional Police Service received information regarding a potential threat to Archbishop Denis O’
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The Regional Municipality of Durham has announced lane restrictions on Bayly Street in Ajax. These restrictions are in place from Church Street South to 500 metres east of the intersection with Church Street South. The work is scheduled to continue until November 15, although adverse weather conditions could affect the
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On October 25, 2024, at approximately 6:30 p.m., police responded to a call regarding an armed individual in Ajax, specifically near Rossland Road West and Harwood Avenue North. The incident involved a confrontation following the illegal parking of a vehicle in a fire route at a plaza. During
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The Ontario government has released its 2024 Fall Economic Statement, detailing plans to manage the provincial economy and infrastructure development. The statement, presented by Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy, emphasizes maintaining low taxes and investing in infrastructure, including roads, highways, hospitals, and schools. The government aims to reduce the deficit and
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The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) has issued guidance on the disposal of Halloween pumpkins. The authority emphasizes the importance of composting pumpkins or donating them to local farms or organizations. Improper disposal of pumpkins in wooded or rural areas can attract wildlife such as deer, raccoons, and rodents, potentially
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The Municipality of Clarington has announced plans to enhance cellular connectivity by partnering with Shared Tower to construct new cell towers on municipally owned properties. This initiative follows a formal call to industry earlier this year aimed at increasing cellular infrastructure in the community. The Clarington Council approved a report
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Police are currently searching for a male suspect following a robbery at a gas station in Whitby. The incident occurred on October 29, 2024, at approximately 7:40 a.m. at the Esso Gas Station located at 932 Brock Street North. According to police reports, the suspect entered the gas
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The Ontario government has announced a proposal to provide a $200 rebate to eligible taxpayers as part of the upcoming 2024 Ontario Economic Outlook and Fiscal Review. This initiative aims to assist residents in managing the financial impact of high interest rates and the federal carbon tax. Families with children
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The 2023 Survey of Financial Security, conducted by Statistics Canada, provides insights into the financial status of Canadian families. The survey highlights that families nearing retirement age (55 to 64 years) with both a principal residence and an employer-sponsored pension plan have a median net worth of approximately $1.4
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Good morning, Clarington! Here's your weather briefing for Thursday, October 31, 2024, with a sneak peek into the weekend. Today: * Expect increasing cloudiness throughout the morning, with the wind picking up from the southwest at 20 km/h, gusting to 40, moving to 40 km/h gusting to
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His Majesty’s Canadian Ships (HMCS) Glace Bay and Shawinigan have returned to Halifax, Nova Scotia, following a four-month deployment in the Baltic Sea. The deployment was part of Operation REASSURANCE, Canada's contribution to NATO's deterrence and defense measures. During their mission, the ships participated in