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Farm vehicles are operating on public roads in Durham Region during harvest season, according to an announcement from the Regional Municipality of Durham on June 3, 2025. The regional government advises that the use of rural roads by farm machinery may cause temporary delays for motorists. This advisory is relevant
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Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) identified Eleanor Doney, 83, as the victim in a homicide that occurred in Pickering on Thursday, May 29, 2025. According to police, a 14-year-old male from Pickering has been charged with first degree murder in relation to the incident. DRPS and the family of Eleanor
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The Region of Durham, along with area municipalities and community partners, has announced a series of cycling activities across the region for Bike Month, scheduled from June 1 to 30. Bike Month events are open to residents throughout Durham and include contests such as the Bike Month Pledge and Bike
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According to a news release from the Region of Durham, a series of cycling activities will be held across the region for Bike Month from June 1 to 30. Residents are invited to register for local contests and events, with further information available at durham.ca/BikeMonth. Bike Month is
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Police are seeking a suspect following an attempted stabbing in Oshawa on Sunday, June 1, 2025. The incident occurred at around 10:30 p.m. near Steeplechase Street and Windfields Farm Drive, according to the Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS). The police report states that a man walking west on
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June 1 marked the beginning of National Indigenous History Month in Canada. John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for the Regional Municipality of Durham, issued a statement describing the month as a time to recognize the history and heritage of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. The observance
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Durham Regional Police have arrested a 30-year-old Ajax man on additional sex-related charges following an investigation that began earlier this month. Police allege the man was initially charged with sexual assault and forcible confinement of a 14-year-old and that subsequent investigation identified a second 14-year-old girl involved. Police reported that
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Police say a 14-year-old boy from Pickering has been charged with first degree murder after a woman was killed in Pickering, marking the second homicide in Durham Region this year. According to the Durham Regional Police Service, officers from West Division responded to an unknown trouble call near Lynn Heights
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Durham Regional Police Service is seeking public assistance to locate Justin, a 38-year-old man last seen at approximately 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in the area of Worden Drive and Meadowglade Road in Courtice. Police, along with Justin’s family, have expressed concern for his well-being.
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A 13-year-old male was taken into custody after an elderly female was fatally stabbed in Pickering on May 29, 2025, according to Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS). Police reported this is the region’s second homicide of the year. DRPS stated that the incident occurred around 3:05 p.m.
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Durham Region Health Department, in partnership with local municipalities and Durham Tourism, has launched the passport adventure initiative for the second year during Recreation and Parks Month in June. The program includes free events such as public swimming, yoga by the lake, Zumba classes, and new activities like baseball, horseshoes,
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The Region of Durham has advised that lane restrictions will be in place on Thickson Road South in Whitby from May 29 to 31. The affected stretch is between Victoria Street (Regional Road 22) and Wentworth Street (Regional Road 60). The Region states that these restrictions are required to complete