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A 19-year-old male has sustained serious injuries following a head-on collision with a tractor-trailer. The accident occurred on March 7, 2025, at approximately 8:00 a.m. on Lakeridge Rd, south of Peleshok Dr. As reported by the Durham Region Police Service, the collision happened when a Honda CRV traveling
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The Canadian government has awarded a contract to Irving Shipbuilding Inc. for constructing a new series of River-class destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy. This announcement was made by the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, along with the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, and
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Clarington, Ontario – In recognition of International Women’s Day, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster issued a statement celebrating the contributions of women and girls in the area. “On International Women’s Day, we reflect on the achievements of women and girls,” stated Mayor Foster. His message focuses on acknowledging the social,
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A STEAM Workshop titled 'Bath Science' will be held at the Courtice Library on Tuesday, March 11, from 4:00 to 5:15 pm. This event is targeted towards students in grades 4 to 7. Participants can expect to engage with the scientific principles behind spa and bath
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The Government of Canada has announced the awarding of a contract to Chantier Davie Canada Inc. for the construction of a new polar icebreaker. This endeavor is part of the National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS), which is focused on updating the vessel fleets of the Royal Canadian Navy and the Canadian
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Durham Region Transit (DRT) invites residents to participate in a customer feedback survey to evaluate its transit services. The survey is accessible until March 21, 2025, and is administered by HarrisX, an independent organization. The process requires approximately 10 minutes to complete, allowing participants to share their experiences and suggestions
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The Government of Canada has announced an expansion of its Canada Student Loan forgiveness program, aimed at attracting healthcare professionals to rural and remote communities. The program now includes more professions and applies to communities with populations of 30,000 or fewer. This initiative is set to cover over 200
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Statistics Canada's Labour Force Survey for February 2025 reports that employment in Ontario rose by 0.2%, with a total of 8,257,000 individuals employed in the province. The unemployment rate in Ontario dropped by 0.3 percentage points to reach 7.3%. On a national level,
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Canada Allocates New Spectrum for 5G Enhancement The Government of Canada announced on March 6, 2025, that it will release additional millimetre wave spectrum to aid in 5G network development. Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) disclosed this in Ottawa, Ontario. The spectrum, set to become part of the
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Durham Region residents recognized International Women's Day on March 8. The Region of Durham celebrated the occasion, focusing on the positive impact women have in the community. Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer John Henry issued a statement acknowledging the contributions and successes of women, while highlighting the
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has recalled PC Blue Menu brand Chicken Tikka Masala due to the presence of undeclared almonds, which are a potential allergen for those allergic to tree nuts. Loblaw Companies Limited is the initiator of the recall. Consumers are advised by the CFIA not to
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The Government of Canada has introduced the Housing Design Catalogue as part of Canada's Housing Plan, featuring a collection of approximately 50 standardized housing designs. These designs encompass various types of housing such as rowhouses, fourplexes, sixplexes, and accessory dwelling units, aiming to support housing developments across the