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Canadian scientists will embark on a research mission to Antarctica, beginning February 23, 2025. This mission, part of Operation PROJECTION 2025-01, involves aboard the HMCS Margaret Brooke. Scientists aim to investigate climate change, glacial retreat, and pollution along the South Shetland Islands and the west coast of the Antarctic Peninsula.
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The Trees for Rural Roads program in Clarington is now open for 2025 applications, providing rural residents with free native tree species for planting on private properties next to municipal roadways. Applications are being accepted until March 31, 2025. This initiative aims to enhance biodiversity and environmental protection in Clarington.
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The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) held its Annual General Meeting on February 20th, 2025, in Port Hope. During the meeting, Vicki Mink from the Municipality of Port Hope was re-elected as Chair, while Randy Barber, representing the Town of Cobourg, was appointed as Vice-Chair. Both elections were officiated by
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A hate-motivated incident occurred during a City of Pickering Zoom meeting on February 12, 2025. Individuals disrupted the meeting by shouting racial slurs, drawing a swastika, and one person exposed themselves, according to Durham Region Police. The police have labeled this as a hate-motivated incident and are seeking assistance from
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued a recall for certain Soo brand Beef Jerky products due to the presence of mustard, which is not declared on the label. This recall affects specific items, including the Curry Flavoured Beef Jerky (855g) as well as the Satay Beef Jerky in
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Health Canada has issued an advisory regarding a toddler travel car seat that may present a safety hazard. The product involved is described as 'Travel Car Seat For Toddler – Portable Dining Chair With Safe Fixed Belt Design | Kids Car Seat For Children Portable Shopping Cart Mat, Child Booster Seat
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The Government of Canada has issued a recall for the Costway Kids Kitchen Step Stool, citing an entrapment hazard. The stools, available in coffee and grey, have back bars that can trap a child's head. The affected stools are sold under item numbers HY10011CF and HY10011HS. As of
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The Durham Region Police Service has successfully recovered 16 sets of car keys following a break-and-enter incident at a business in Oshawa. According to police reports, these items were retrieved during an ongoing investigation into the theft. The break-in occurred at an undisclosed location in Oshawa, and the police are
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Police in Oshawa have charged four individuals, two women and two men, with drug-related offenses following an incident on February 13, 2025. Officers responded to a disturbance call at 25 John Street, where they discovered and seized methamphetamine along with Canadian currency. The Durham Region Police Service provided the information,
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The Clarington Public Library, Museums, and Archives have outlined a schedule of events for March Break 2025, offering local residents various activities designed for all age groups. The event lineup includes “Celebrate Music” on March 11 and “Let's Play Post Office!” on March 13, both taking place at
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According to Statistics Canada, the national new housing price index fell by 0.1% in January 2025. This decline follows a similar decrease reported in December 2024. Among 27 surveyed census metropolitan areas (CMAs), housing prices remained stable in 15 areas. Nine CMAs reported an increase in new housing prices,
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The Durham Region Police Service (DRPS) is seeking donations to support two initiatives aimed at providing graduation outfits to students in the region. The events, 'Gowns for Grads' and 'Suits for Youth', are collecting formal attire to ensure all students can attend their graduation ceremonies. '