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The federal government, in partnership with the Town of Cobourg, has allocated $19.5 million for the project of rebuilding Cobourg Harbour's breakwaters and Monk’s Cove Park seawall on Lake Ontario. This investment is facilitated through the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund aimed at enhancing shoreline safety
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Canada's federal, provincial, and territorial Energy and Mines Ministers convened in Toronto at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) meeting. The agenda focused on discussing restrictions placed by the United States through recent tariffs. In a joint statement, the ministers expressed concern about these tariffs, describing
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The Canada Food Inspection Agency has issued a recall for Vaaniy Foods brand Frozen Porotta due to the presence of undeclared milk. The product's packaging does not list milk as an ingredient, posing potential health risks to individuals with milk allergies. Consumers who have purchased this product are
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The Durham Region has issued a reminder to drivers to make complete stops at intersections and check both directions before proceeding. This guideline is a part of the Durham Vision Zero Strategic Road Safety Action Plan. The initiative focuses on preventative measures to enhance safety at intersections, aimed at protecting
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Canada has introduced measures to tackle the production and distribution of illegal fentanyl and other drugs. The Honourable Ya'ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, announced the creation of a Precursor Chemical Risk Management Unit (PCRMU) and the Canadian Drug Analysis Centre (CDAC). The government has allocated
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Canada will implement a 25% tariff on goods imported from the United States, commencing March 4, 2025. The tariff affects $30 billion worth of goods that qualify as originating from the United States. These tariffs will apply to products entering Canada from the U.S., but goods already in transit
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Residents of Clarington can enjoy a night of comedy as Comedy Nuggets presents a show featuring comedian Habib Siam. The event is scheduled for Friday, February 21, at 8:30 PM at Volt Raceway in Bowmanville. Habib Siam, known for blending humor with personal experiences, will headline the show, bringing
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The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has issued a statement anticipating increased border traffic during the upcoming March Break. The agency notes that this period traditionally experiences higher volumes of travelers. In 2024, the CBSA recorded processing over 93.4 million travelers at Canada's borders. During the same
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The Region of Durham has announced a new community engagement project to temporarily transform a vacant lot at 350 Ritson Road South in Oshawa into a community space. Known as the "Ritson and Olive Temporary Placemaking Project," this initiative is expected to span four years. According to the
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Durham Region Police are investigating an act of vandalism involving hate-motivated graffiti on playground equipment in Clarington. On March 1, 2025, police responded to reports from Stuart Park, located at 58 Stuart Road, where swastikas and profane language were found spray-painted on a slide and beneath a playground
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The Seasonal Patio Program in Clarington is now accepting applications from local restaurants and cafes. This municipal initiative allows businesses to expand their outdoor dining areas by acquiring permits for patios on municipal sidewalks or private spaces such as parking lots. The program, which operates from May to October, provides
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Authorities reported an attempted vehicle theft in Ajax, Ontario, early on March 2, 2025. The Durham Regional Police Service stated that officers responded to an incident in progress at approximately 4:15 a.m. on Pickett Street. The response involved members of the West Division and the DRPS K9 Unit,