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The 2025 Mayor’s Levee and Outdoor Skating Rink Official Opening will take place on Sunday, January 12, at the Courtice Community Complex. The event is scheduled from noon to 3 p.m. and is open to all residents as a free community event. Participants will have the opportunity to
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The Durham Region Film Commission is organizing a seminar to assist local businesses in engaging with the film and television industry. Scheduled for February 11, the event will be held from 1:30 to 4 p.m. at the Parkwood National Historic Site in Oshawa, Ontario. This seminar will offer
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The Ontario government has announced the introduction of new energy efficiency programs, including the Home Renovation Savings Program, which will commence on January 28, 2025. These programs are part of a $10.9 billion, 12-year initiative aimed at improving energy efficiency across the province. The Home Renovation Savings Program
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Durham Region Police are searching for two suspects following a robbery at a jewellery store in Ajax. The incident took place on Monday, December 30, 2024, around 1:10 p.m. at V P Jewelry on Harwood Avenue North. According to police reports, two male suspects entered the store, restrained
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Durham Region Transit (DRT) is conducting a survey to gather public input on accessible transit needs. The survey is available from September 10 to October 31, 2024, and aims to address the shortage of accessible taxis and identify service gaps. DRT buses are equipped with accessibility features in accordance with
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The Ontario government has announced the launch of "Operation Deterrence," a new initiative aimed at enhancing security along the Ontario-U.S. border. This operation is designed to address criminal activities affecting communities on both sides of the border. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are leading the operation,
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Statistics Canada reported that the Industrial Product Price Index (IPPI) decreased by 0.8% in August 2024 compared to the previous month, while it showed a 0.2% increase on a year-over-year basis. The Raw Materials Price Index (RMPI) also experienced a decline, dropping by 3.1% month-
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The Durham Region Police Service has issued an arrest warrant for Michael Mills, 44, in connection with a homicide that occurred in Oshawa, Ontario. The incident took place on December 31, 2024, when officers responded to reports of an armed person at 1040 Cedar Street. Upon arrival, police found Dennis
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Residents of North Durham are encouraged to share their ideas for the programs and services they would like to see at the Beaverton Heights Community Hub. This facility, situated at the front of Beaverton Heights transitional housing, is designed to serve the local community with various activities and services. To
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Durham Region Transit has announced a temporary relocation of bus stop #3570 due to construction-related lane closures on Simcoe Street at Wentworth. The stop, originally positioned at Simcoe southbound @ Wentworth Street, will now be situated at 1002 Simcoe Street South. This new location is 49 meters south of the
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The Ontario government has announced a $9 million investment to enhance skin and wound care services in long-term care homes. This funding aims to improve healthcare for residents by reducing the need for emergency department visits and hospital stays. The initiative includes training for up to 400 staff members
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The Clarington Council has increased fines for parking violations in no-stopping areas and for parked cars that interfere with snow removal. The fines have been raised to $75, with an option to pay $50 if settled early. These changes are intended to address parking issues near schools, intersections, pedestrian