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Road worker, 31, dies after reversing dump truck strikes him in Pickering

A 31-year-old road worker died after a dump truck reversing southbound struck him during asphalt repairs on Peter Matthews Drive in Pickering on November 2, 2026, Durham Regional Police said.

Police responded at about 2:40 p.m. near Alexander Knox Drive. The worker was taken to a local hospital, where he died from his injuries.

The truck driver remained at the scene and co-operated with police.

Members of the Durham Regional Police Collision Investigation Unit attended to investigate. Representatives from the Ministry of Transportation and the Ministry of Labour also attended the scene, police said.

Police said roads in the area were closed for several hours while investigators collected evidence.

Townline Road North watermain repairs to restrict lanes November 4–5

Watermain repairs will bring lane restrictions to Townline Road North between Kilmaurs Avenue and Margate Drive on November 4 and 5, 2026, according to Durham Region. The affected section is in Clarington and Oshawa. Nearby residents and businesses in both municipalities may experience temporary water pressure fluctuations during the repairs,

BSA Wiberg recalls five dry mixes over metal pieces in Quebec and Nova Scotia

BSA Wiberg Inc. recalled five dry mixes on Oct. 30, 2026, because of pieces of metal, according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. The affected products were distributed in Quebec and Nova Scotia to hotels, restaurants, institutions and manufacturers; Ontario distribution is not listed. The recall applies to specific product

Toronto man charged in Durham human trafficking investigation; police seek other victims

Durham Regional Police have charged a 42-year-old Toronto man following an investigation into allegations that he forced a woman into the sex trade across the Greater Toronto Area. Investigators believe there may be additional victims. The woman came forward to police in the summer of 2026 and reported

Clarington seeks feedback on 10-year event strategy and Bowmanville grounds

Clarington is seeking residents’ feedback through a survey to inform its 10-year Special Event Strategy and Action Plan for events across Clarington and an Operational Event Plan for the new outdoor Sports and Event Grounds at 801 Maple Grove Road in Bowmanville. The municipality says the plans will address

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Townline Road North watermain repairs to restrict lanes November 4–5

BSA Wiberg recalls five dry mixes over metal pieces in Quebec and Nova Scotia

Toronto man charged in Durham human trafficking investigation; police seek other victims

Clarington seeks feedback on 10-year event strategy and Bowmanville grounds