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Clarington lists Newcastle condo units for public tender
Tenders for two groups of units at 21 Brookhouse Dr. are due by 3 p.m. November 4 at the Municipal Administration Centre.
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AI-generated illustrationDurham Region marks October as Circular Economy Month
Regional Chair John Henry proclaimed October as Circular Economy Month, with weekly themes on reuse, waste reduction, environmental protection and economic resilience.
AI-generated illustrationOshawa mayor calls for year-round action on reconciliation
In a City statement posted September 29, Mayor Carter urged residents to keep learning beyond September 30 and described ongoing municipal efforts, including support for Indigenous practices and new land-acknowledgement signs.
Human Rights Tribunal dismisses applications against Whitby, town says
The Town of Whitby says the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario dismissed applications from Christopher Leahy and Stephen Yamada on September 28, finding the matters did not fall within the social areas covered by the Human Rights Code. The town reports about $53,682 in external legal costs so far, with final costs still undetermined.
CrimeCharges laid after Ajax FC probe finds more than $650,000 in transfers
Durham Regional Police say their Financial Crimes Unit began investigating Ajax FC banking irregularities in December 2024. Police say a review of several years of financial statements found more than $650,000 in league funds had been transferred to various accounts between early 2023 and 2024.
real estateClarington lists Newcastle condo units for public tender
Tenders for two groups of units at 21 Brookhouse Dr. are due by 3 p.m. November 4 at the Municipal Administration Centre.
newsWhitby Council seeks GO Station meeting, reviews dormant sites
Council also referred a data-centre planning motion to the incoming council and requested a report on attracting defence-sector investment.
newsClarington seeks residents for five advisory boards
Applications are due October 14 for vacancies on five bodies, with appointees serving terms through December 31, 2030.
newsOshawa lists road closures for CIBC Run for the Cure
Multiple roads around Lakeview Park and five parking lots will be affected Sunday, October 4, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.; accessible parking will remain available in Lot B.
real estatePickering reviews 13-home subdivision proposal
The City has received formal applications for a 13-lot detached-home development at 3225 Fifth Concession Road; the proposal is not approved.
businessWhitby manufacturer receives $25,000 energy grant
The Town and Enbridge Gas Ontario awarded the grant to North American Steel for oven upgrades expected to reduce natural gas use by up to about seven per cent a year.
newsWhitby Town Hall repairs scheduled for September 30 to October 16
Roof replacement and concrete repairs are scheduled daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.; the west entrance stairs will close on selected, weather-dependent days.
newsDRPS unveils Air4 helicopter for regional air support
The new Airbus H125 will support frontline officers, searches and emergency response; DRPS says partners are building an around-the-clock GTA air-support model.
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Uxbridge youth watershed workshop returns November 13
The free Brook Never Sleeps program for ages 8 to 12 will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Uxbridge Town Hall on a school PA Day.
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Scugog closes municipal facilities on September 30
The Municipal Office, Fire Administration Office and Community Recreation Centre will reopen October 1 for regular hours.
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Cannington community raises $110,000 for school playground
After eight years of planning and fundraising, McCaskill’s Mills Public School opened a new playground in July 2026.
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Clarington lists Newcastle condo units for public tender
Tenders for two groups of units at 21 Brookhouse Dr. are due by 3 p.m. November 4 at the Municipal Administration Centre.
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Oshawa mayor calls for year-round action on reconciliation
In a City statement posted September 29, Mayor Carter urged residents to keep learning beyond September 30 and described ongoing municipal efforts, including support for Indigenous practices and new land-acknowledgement signs.
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Human Rights Tribunal dismisses applications against Whitby, town says
The Town of Whitby says the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario dismissed applications from Christopher Leahy and Stephen Yamada on September 28, finding the matters did not fall within the social areas covered by the Human Rights Code. The town reports about $53,682 in external legal costs so far, with final costs still undetermined.
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Charges laid after Ajax FC probe finds more than $650,000 in transfers
Durham Regional Police say their Financial Crimes Unit began investigating Ajax FC banking irregularities in December 2024. Police say a review of several years of financial statements found more than $650,000 in league funds had been transferred to various accounts between early 2023 and 2024.
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Pickering reviews 13-home subdivision proposal
The City has received formal applications for a 13-lot detached-home development at 3225 Fifth Concession Road; the proposal is not approved.
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