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Beginning in October, families with infants and high-risk children up to 24 months old will have access to the new RSV immunization, Beyfortus®, through an expanded publicly funded RSV prevention program. This immunization can be obtained through healthcare providers and hospital settings for infants born during the 2024/25
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A male has been arrested following a shooting incident in Pickering. The event occurred on Monday, September 9, 2024, at approximately 6:35 a.m. in the vicinity of Sapphire Drive and Dragonfly Avenue. According to the Durham Regional Police Service, the suspect discharged a firearm at a parked vehicle
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Durham Regional Police Service is searching for a missing 47-year-old female from Clarington. The individual, identified as Dawn, was last seen on Monday, September 3, 2024, at approximately 10:00 a.m. in the area of Nash Road and Townline Road North in Clarington. Police have reported that
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Efforts to enhance para sport opportunities and participation in Durham Region will receive funding as part of the legacy from the Durham Region 2023 Ontario Parasport Games. The Regional Municipality of Durham has partnered with the Durham Community Foundation (DCF) to establish two funds aimed at supporting diverse para sport
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Canada is launching a second 30-day consultation on potential surtaxes in response to trade practices from China. This consultation will take place from September 10, 2024, to October 10, 2024. The Government of Canada has stated that Canadian workers, particularly in the auto sector and related manufacturing supply chains,
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The Orono Farmers Market will operate on Fridays from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, starting August 30, 2024, and continuing weekly, except for fair weekend. The market is located at the north end of the Orono Fairgrounds, at the end of Centreview Street. Upcoming Dates: * August 30, 2024
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On September 9, 2024, the General Government Committee of Clarington discussed Report LGS-032-24, which proposed the approval of keeping backyard chickens in residential areas. The report outlined suggested guidelines for residents interested in maintaining chickens on their properties. During the meeting, a motion to approve the keeping of
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On September 9, 2024, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, addressed the initiation of an anti-dumping investigation by China into Canadian canola seed exports. This investigation will cover the period from January 1 to December 31, 2023. Minister MacAulay expressed concern regarding the investigation and
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Municipalities across Durham Region have received feedback regarding a shortage of accessible taxis, which can hinder travel for individuals needing to attend medical appointments or visit family and friends. The Region of Durham aims to ensure accessible services for all residents and visitors. All Durham Region Transit (DRT) buses are
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Check It Out: Stay and Play at Orono Library The Orono Library will host a program titled "Stay and Play" for children aged 0-5 and their caregivers. This drop-in event is scheduled to take place every Friday from September 6 to November 29, 2024, excluding October
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Check It Out: Falls Prevention Class The Clarington Public Library is hosting a Falls Prevention Class for adults aged 55 and older. This program will take place at the Newcastle Library from September 6 to November 29, 2024, every Friday from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Participants will
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Police have arrested a male suspect in connection with an arson incident that occurred in Oshawa. On December 3, 2023, officers from the East Division responded to a fire call in the vicinity of Jim Brewster Circle and Fleetwood Drive. Witnesses reported seeing two males fleeing the scene in a