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A 36-year-old male from Brampton has been charged following an investigation into the sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl in North Durham. The investigation began on October 29, 2024, led by the Special Victim’s Unit. The accused, identified as Jason Bent, was taken into custody
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Durham Region Transit has announced a temporary detour for Route 905B due to road closures for a Remembrance Day service. The detour will be in effect on Monday, November 11, 2024, from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Northbound Detour: * Buses departing from Whitby Station at 8:49 AM
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Durham Region Transit has announced a detour for the PULSE 901 bus route in Oshawa due to road closures for Remembrance Day events. The detour will occur on Monday, November 11, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM. The PULSE 901 and 901A buses will reroute via Gibb
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Durham Region Transit has announced a detour for Route 302 due to road closures in Whitby for the Remembrance Day service. The detour will be in effect on Monday, November 11, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM. During this period, Route 302 will operate via Burns Street,
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On October 27, 2024, Durham Region Police responded to reports of anti-Semitic graffiti on a school in Uxbridge. The graffiti was discovered on Quaker Village Drive and Widdifield Court. It is believed to have been painted between the evening of October 26 and the morning of October 27. The
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The Regional Municipality of Durham has announced lane restrictions on Simcoe Street South in Oshawa. These restrictions will be in place from November 8 to November 15, subject to weather conditions. The affected area extends from Kawartha Avenue to Harbour Road. The purpose of the restrictions is to facilitate the
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On the morning of October 31, 2024, police responded to reports of gunfire in the area of Mary Street East and Pine Street in Whitby. Upon arrival, officers discovered a dog that had been shot. The animal was taken to an emergency veterinary clinic but did not survive. Later, a
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Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued a statement in recognition of Diwali, the Festival of Lights. The statement acknowledges the cultural significance of Diwali for many in the community and around the world, celebrating the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. Mayor Foster extended wishes for peace,
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The Ontario government has announced that as of October 31, 2024, all licensed grocery and big-box stores in the province are now permitted to sell alcoholic beverages, including beer, wine, cider, and ready-to-drink options. This marks the final phase of a planned expansion that began earlier this
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Police are investigating a fire incident at an auto body shop in Pickering. On October 26, 2024, at approximately 4:40 a.m., officers from the West Division responded to an alarm at CARSTAR, located at 1167 Kingston Road. Two individuals were seen arriving at the location in a blue
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Durham College in Oshawa, Ontario, held its largest fall convocation to date, with over 2,200 graduates participating. The event marked a significant milestone for the college, which offers a wide range of programs across its campuses in Oshawa and Whitby. The convocation celebrated graduates from various fields, including social
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In August 2024, payroll employment in Canada saw a minor increase of 13,500 positions, following a rise of 39,500 in July and a decline of 22,900 in June. On a year-over-year basis, payroll employment increased by 176,700, marking a 1.0% rise. Average weekly