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The Igloo 90-Quart Flip & Tow Rolling Coolers have been recalled by the Government of Canada due to safety concerns associated with the tow handle. The handle can pinch consumers’ fingertips, posing a risk of amputation and crushing injuries. The recall advises users to stop using the affected coolers immediately
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A 75-year-old registered nurse has been arrested and charged with sexual assault at a long-term care facility. The Durham Region Police Service reported that the incident took place during the nurse's shift on October 15, 2024, at Fosterbrooke Long-Term Care Home, located at 330 King Avenue West in
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The Canadian Army is set to participate in an international military exercise named Exercise ARCTIC FORGE 25, taking place from February 17 to 28 in Sodankylä, Finland. This exercise will involve 40 personnel from Canada’s 2 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group (2 CMBG), who will train alongside 850 military personnel
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A man from Oshawa is being sought by police following an incident involving a firearm. The suspect, identified by the police as Jalil Luddin Sayah, age 28, is accused of assaulting a victim with a firearm. On the evening of February 4, 2025, police officers responded to a report of
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On Monday, February 10, the Durham Region Police Service (DRPS) held a graduation ceremony in Ajax to welcome 17 new recruits. The event featured performances by the DRPS Pipes and Drums and the choir, with recruits' families and friends in attendance to support them. Chief Peter Moreira greeted the
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Friday, February 14, 2025, in Clarington, Ontario, is expected to be a mixed day with sun and clouds. There's a 60% chance of flurries this morning, with winds from the west at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h, becoming light this afternoon. The temperature will reach
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The Youth in Policing (YIP) Initiative organized by the Durham Region Police Service hosted a Basketball Tournament for the Special Olympics on February 8, 2025. The event was held on a Saturday and featured young athletes from various parts of the Durham Region. It was open to participants with different
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The Regional Municipality of Durham has announced the closure of all school-based childcare centres and EarlyON programming today due to adverse weather conditions. Residents should verify with non-school-based childcare centres directly to confirm whether they are open. This closure affects numerous childcare facilities across the region and is due to
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Bonnie Crombie has presented a new strategy to tackle overcrowding issues in Ontario hospitals. This announcement was made during an event held in a downtown Toronto gymnasium, where Crombie was surrounded by 100 waiting room chairs as a symbolic representation of the current challenges faced by patients. According to the
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The Ontario government has announced a licence-free fishing opportunity for the Family Day weekend. From February 15 to 17, residents of Ontario can fish without requiring a fishing licence or Outdoors Card across the province. While licences are waived during this period, regulations regarding catch limits, size limits, and the
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Arson Investigation Underway in Whitby; Police Seek Public Assistance In the early morning of February 11, 2025, an arson incident was reported on the front porch of a residence in the area of Rivers Edge Place and Fairmount Drive in Whitby. The Durham Regional Police Service responded to the incident
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The Samuel Wilmot Nature Area Management Advisory Committee (SWNAMAC) delivered its annual report to the General Government Committee on February 3, 2025. The report was presented by Kate Potter, Chair, and Thomas Hossie, Vice-Chair, focusing on activities and future plans related to the Nature Area. During the presentation, the committee