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Durham College and the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) signed a Memorandum of Understanding on August 14, 2025, to form a partnership focused on skills development for Canada's oil and gas industry. The agreement, according to both institutions, is intended to address a need for artificial intelligence
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The Ontario government announced in Pickering on August 14 that more than $2.8 million will be provided through the Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream for worker training in Durham Region and surrounding areas. According to the province, this funding is expected to help over 3,500 people prepare
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Two individuals were taken to hospital with serious injuries following a shooting in Pickering early Saturday morning, according to Durham Regional Police Service. The incident took place at approximately 1:10 a.m. on August 16, 2025, in a parking lot near Liverpool Road and Kingston Road. Police stated that
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A recall was announced for Habibi brand Pistachio Kernel due to possible Salmonella contamination, according to a notice published by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) on August 13, 2025. The product was distributed in Ontario, Quebec, and British Columbia by Green Farm Pistachio Inc. The CFIA classified the action
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The Clarington Library, Museums & Archives will hold a presentation by Camp 30 tour guide Ron Alldred at the Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Centre on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 1:30 to 3:00 pm, according to the event listing. The event listing states that attendance is intended for
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A recall has been issued for Mon Père brand Camembert cheese due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination, according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). The affected product is the 250-gram size with UPC 3 365500 001337 and best before dates of August 14, 2025, and July 31, 2025. The
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Durham College announced on August 13, 2025, that it is offering new virtual executive development programs in artificial intelligence (AI) intended for non-technical professionals. According to Durham College, these programs are delivered by the college’s AI Hub in partnership with the Council of Canadian Innovators. Durham College states that
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The Durham Region Health Department has announced its Oral Health Clinic at 200 John Street West in Oshawa will be closed on Friday, August 15, for a general staff meeting. The clinic will resume operations on Monday, August 18, at 8:30 a.m. The closure affects anyone planning to
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A 33-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with 13 break-and-enter incidents in Oshawa, according to the Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS). The arrest took place on August 14, 2025, following an investigation by the Central East Division Criminal Investigation Branch. The charges relate to eleven break-ins at
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The Clarington Library, Museums & Archives has scheduled book clubs for the fall of 2025 at the Newcastle, Bowmanville, and Courtice branches. Book clubs will be available for adults as well as children in grades 3 to 7. The library requires registration for all book club programs. These book clubs
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A presentation featuring Camp 30 tour guide Ron Alldred will take place on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. at the Sarah Jane Williams Heritage Centre, 62 Temperance Street in Bowmanville. Organizers recommend registration for this adult-oriented event, but walk-ins are welcome if space
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The Region of Durham is inviting the public to provide feedback through an online survey on the future public open spaces at the former Ritson School site in Oshawa. According to information released by the Region, the survey is open from August 13 to 29. The survey’s results, as