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A man is facing charges of stunt driving after being stopped on Highway 401 in Whitby for allegedly exceeding the speed limit by more than twice the permitted rate. According to the Durham Region Police Service, the driver was traveling significantly over the speed limit, which prompted the charge. In
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From March 15 to the early hours of March 18, 2025, the Durham Region Police Service (DRPS) conducted RIDE initiatives targeting impaired driving associated with St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. These initiatives unfolded across the Durham Region, including Clarington. During this period, the police reported seven arrests for impaired driving.
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The Municipality of Clarington has announced a new construction project focused on the watermain along King Avenue West in Newcastle. Officials state that the project aims to replace and enhance the current watermain infrastructure, which is seen as a necessary measure to ensure the reliability of water services in the
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Durham Region Transit will observe Transit Operator and Worker Appreciation Day on March 18. This day is set aside to acknowledge the contributions of the transit staff, who are instrumental in providing daily transportation services. The transit service supports thousands of rides each day, facilitating travel within and beyond the
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An adult passenger sustained life-altering injuries following a collision in Oshawa early on March 16, 2025. The accident involved a white Ford pickup truck that veered off the road and struck a tree in the vicinity of Wentworth Street and Forbes Street. Police from the Central East Division were
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The Regional Municipality of Durham is hosting an Early Learning and Child Care Showcase at its headquarters, located at 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby, Ontario. The event is scheduled for April 12, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The showcase aims to provide information about career opportunities in
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Statistics Canada reported that job vacancies in Canada remained stable in the fourth quarter of 2024, with a total of 547,800 positions available. This follows a sequence of nine consecutive quarters where the number of openings had decreased since reaching a peak of 983,600 in the second quarter
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On March 6, 2025, a fire erupted in downtown Bowmanville, affecting buildings located between 69 King Street West and 95 King Street West at around midnight. Fire control efforts involved Clarington Fire Services, supported by Oshawa Fire. An unidentified deceased individual was discovered at the incident scene, with identification efforts
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has announced a recall of Legends Haul brand Chicken Pesto Parm Sausage due to undeclared wheat. This undeclared ingredient poses a risk for individuals with wheat allergies or gluten-related disorders. The recalled product is packaged in 344-gram units, identified with UPC code
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued a recall for Milano brand Giant Lady Fingers Biscuits due to possible mould contamination. This recall affects the 150-gram packages of the product, which have been distributed nationally. Consumers should check for products with the following UPC: 0 62858 10120 9
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Police in Pickering conducted an operation resulting in the arrest of a male suspect and the seizure of a loaded handgun from a stolen vehicle. The incident unfolded on March 13, 2025, around 6:20 a.m., when officers responded to Skyridge Boulevard and Sapphire Drive following reports of a
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A team led by Dr. JoAnne Arcand, Associate Professor at Ontario Tech University's Faculty of Health Sciences, has launched Sodium 101, a web application that aims to educate Canadians about sodium consumption. Ontario Tech University stated that the tool became publicly available in March 2025. The university reports