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Ajax Food Drive sets final donation day for October 5
The last day to donate to the Ajax Food Drive is October 5, according to the Town of Ajax.
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Pickering warehouse break-in: more than $145,000 in equipment stolen
DRPS says three suspects stole tools, equipment, and copper wiring from a Pickering warehouse on Feldspar Court.
Excavator used in Ajax bank break-in, ATM stolen
Durham Regional Police are investigating after suspects used an excavator to break into a bank in Ajax and remove an ATM.
Uxbridge: man arrested in alleged used-vehicle oil scam
Durham Regional Police announced an arrest in connection with an alleged used-vehicle oil scam in Uxbridge.
RecreationOshawa summer recreation registration is opening
The City of Oshawa has announced registration dates for its 2026 summer recreation programs, with sign-ups opening to residents in the coming days.
CommunityCatherine Vandenhoogen named Whitby's 2026 Senior Volunteer of the Year
Whitby resident Catherine Vandenhoogen has been named the town's 2026 Mayor's Senior Volunteer Award winner.
CommunityNew accessible ramp completed at Manilla Community Hall in Brock
The Township of Brock has completed a new accessible ramp and stair installation at the Manilla Community Hall.
EventsPickering's Petapolooza outdoor pet festival returns May 9
The City of Pickering is inviting residents to Petapolooza, its outdoor pet festival, on May 9.
RoadsScugog lifts 2026 spring road weight restrictions
The Township of Scugog has lifted its 2026 reduced-load (spring weight) restrictions on township roads.
DevelopmentOshawa to weigh 700 new homes — including affordable units and a long-term care facility
Oshawa's Economic and Development Services Committee will hold a June 1 public meeting on a proposed 417-unit Malaga Road development.
BusinessBowmanville Main Street patios get an early green light
Clarington's spring patio pilot starts two weeks early after last year's downtown sales bump.
MunicipalBeaverton harbour dredging begins ahead of boating season
Brock says the work should be complete before Victoria Day weekend if lake levels stay stable.
EventsPort Perry waterfront market returns with 40 vendors
Lake Scugog's Saturday market opens for the season with more food stalls, longer hours, and a new bike valet.
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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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Lake Ridge Road reconstruction starts next week in Brock and Uxbridge
Durham Region has hired Dufferin Construction to reconstruct Lake Ridge Road (Regional Road 23) in Brock and Uxbridge townships, with work starting the week of October 5.
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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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DRT detours Route 901 around Lakeview Park for CIBC Run for the Cure
PULSE 901 will detour around Lakeview Park in Oshawa on Sunday, October 4, from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. due to CIBC Run for the Cure road closures.
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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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McLean Community Centre east parking lot reopens in Ajax
The east parking lot at Ajax's McLean Community Centre reopened to the public on Friday, October 2; the south lot remains closed to vehicles.
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Male charged in counterfeit-money scheme after Help Solve a Crime tip
A 19-year-old Toronto male faces fraud and counterfeit-money charges after DRPS identified him with help from a Help Solve a Crime post. Allegations have not been proven in court.
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