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The Durham Regional Chair, alongside mayors from eight local municipalities, has responded to new tariffs announced by the United States government. The U.S. has implemented a 25 percent import tariff on most Canadian goods, as well as a 10 percent tariff on energy, effective from February 4. In a
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Durham Region will host a Black History Month event on February 5, 2025. The event, titled 'Together We Rise Durham: Resistance, Resilience, Possibility,' will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Audley Recreation Centre in Ajax. The occasion will feature a keynote address by
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Since its opening in March 2024, the low-barrier shelter located at 1635 Dundas Street East in Whitby has provided services to individuals experiencing homelessness. Managed by the Christian Faith Outreach Centre, the shelter has supported over 160 unique individuals with various services, including mental health and addiction support, harm reduction,
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Durham Region residents can now access information about local road construction projects through an online tool provided by the regional government. This tool offers details on various public works projects that are either planned or currently underway. The Projects and Studies tool is available on the official Durham Region website.
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Residents of Clarington can utilize the Traffic Watch Map to receive current updates on traffic conditions. This map provides information on traffic situations, construction detours, and road closures, aiding in effective route planning. The Traffic Watch Map is available for residents to access real-time traffic updates. By using this tool,
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Durham Region has unveiled its Strategic Plan for 2025 to 2035, detailing the region's priorities over the next decade. The plan includes five strategic directions: Connected and Vibrant Communities, Environmental Sustainability and Climate Action, Healthy People, Caring Communities, Resilient Local Economies, and Strong Relationships. The development of the
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Durham Region is celebrating the Lunar New Year with a message from John Henry, Regional Chair and CEO of The Regional Municipality of Durham. The message extends wishes of health, joy, and good fortune to families of Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, and other East and Southeast Asian descent in the region
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The Durham Region Health Department has issued a reminder for residents living within 10 kilometers of the Pickering and Darlington nuclear generating stations to ensure they have potassium iodide (KI) tablets. These tablets are intended to reduce the risk of thyroid cancer in the event of a radioactive iodine release.
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National Non-Smoking Week: January 19 to 25 Clarington residents are informed of National Non-Smoking Week (NNSW), observed from January 19 to 25. This week is dedicated to increasing awareness about the health risks associated with tobacco use and encouraging efforts to quit. The Durham Region Health Department reports that tobacco
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Authorities are searching for two individuals following an incident involving incendiary devices at a home in Oshawa. The event took place on January 15, 2025, around 8:40 p.m. near Valley Drive and Phillip Murray Avenue. According to the police, two suspects arrived at the location in a dark-colored
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The Durham Region Police Service is seeking three suspects following an attempted car theft in Pickering. The incident involved an attempt to steal a vehicle, though specific details about the suspects or the vehicle have not been disclosed by the authorities. The police are actively investigating the case and have
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A 22-year-old male was arrested in Oshawa with a loaded handgun following a drug and firearm investigation. The arrest was carried out by the Durham Region Police Service. The individual was found in possession of the firearm during the investigation, which is part of ongoing efforts to address drug-related activities