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A 34-year-old man was arrested in Pickering after allegedly making threats involving a firearm. The incident occurred on December 14, 2024, near Spruce Hill Road and Shadybrook Drive, according to the Durham Region Police Service. Police responded to reports of a man threatening to shoot people. Officers from the West
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The Ontario government has announced a $93 million investment aimed at enhancing the Ornge Air Ambulance service. This funding will be used to add two larger, high-speed fixed-wing aircraft to the existing fleet and to construct a new hangar in Simcoe County. These upgrades are intended to improve the availability
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The Clarington Public Library will host a Holiday Train event at the Courtice Library on Wednesday, December 18, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. This event is designed for children in grades 1 through 5, offering an opportunity to engage in a creative and educational activity. Participants will
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Residents of Clarington are invited to attend 'Rudolph's Tales,' an event hosted by the Clarington Public Library at the Bowmanville branch. This event is scheduled for Tuesday, December 3, from 10:30 to 11:30 am, and is open to participants of all ages. The format
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The Government of Canada has enacted new mortgage reforms, effective December 15, 2024, aimed at increasing accessibility to homeownership. These reforms include raising the price cap for insured mortgages from $1 million to $1.5 million and extending eligibility for 30-year mortgage amortizations to all first-time homebuyers and purchasers of
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Residents of Clarington, Ontario, and the broader Durham Region can expect the annual curbside collection of natural Christmas trees to take place throughout January. This service, organized by the Durham Region municipal government, aims to facilitate the environmentally responsible disposal of Christmas trees by composting them along with other yard
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On December 16, 2024, the Government of Canada released its Fall Economic Statement in Ottawa, Ontario. The statement outlines several key investments aimed at enhancing the country's social safety net and economic infrastructure. The government has announced plans to increase funding for child care, dental care, and prescription
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The Clarington Public Library is organizing a series of events titled "LEGO and Lagers," which will take place at Chronicle Brewing, located at 422 Lake Rd, Bowmanville. These events are scheduled for Wednesdays on September 25, October 23, November 27, and December 18, from 6:00 pm to
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Residents of Clarington, Ontario, should be aware of upcoming changes to the waste collection schedule during the holiday season, as announced by the Regional Municipality of Durham. These adjustments are necessary to accommodate the holidays and ensure continued waste management services. The Regional Municipality of Durham has specified that waste
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A resident of Hamilton, Christopher Paul Rocke, has been fined $2,000 for violating the Bees Act by placing beehives too close to a property line. The offences occurred at 190 Napier Street, Hamilton, Ontario, between November 23, 2022, and January 17, 2023, and again between June 2, 2023, and
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The Canadian government has announced new measures to encourage increased investment by pension funds within the country. These measures were outlined in the 2024 Fall Economic Statement and include several key changes aimed at facilitating domestic investment opportunities. * Investment Limit Removal: The government plans to remove the existing rule that
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The Clarington Public Library is hosting a series of 'Mrs. Claus Storytime' events across various locations in December. These events are designed for all ages and are open for drop-in participation. Attendees can enjoy festive stories and songs. The schedule for the events is as follows: * Courtice Library: