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Clarington withdraws heritage designation notice for 1 Veterans Avenue
A municipal notice says Council withdrew its earlier intent to designate the Bowmanville property under the Ontario Heritage Act.
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AI-generated illustrationRoute 502 Stop 93810 moves September 21
The transit agency says Stop 93810 will move to Bowmanville Ave Northbound at Northglen.
AI-generated illustrationMorden Lane closure in Pickering starts September 21
The closure between Reytan Boulevard and Krosno Boulevard is scheduled through December 23 for culvert-replacement work.
Clarington roads close September 20 for Terry Fox Run
Park Drive, Hunt Street and Nelson Street are scheduled to close from 9 to 10 a.m.; emergency access will remain available.
newsRoutes 900, 901, 902, N1 and N2 detour for Oshawa festival
The detour runs from Saturday September 19, 07:00 to Sunday September 20, 23:30.
newsDRT scheduled Route 302 detour for Brooklin Harvest Festival
Durham Region Transit scheduled a Route 302 detour from 06:00 to 19:00 on September 19 because of road closures for the Brooklin Harvest Festival.
businessOshawa named among Canada’s Best Locations for 2026
Site Selection magazine recognized Oshawa in a ranking based on corporate facility investment and economic-performance data.
newsUxbridge approves off-leash optional dog trail at Brookdale Tract
The Township says the proposed trail will need a new connection, parking, fencing and signage before it opens.
newsScugog reports progress on 2023–2026 strategic plan
A report presented to Council outlines work across infrastructure, sustainability, economic development, the natural environment and complete communities.
newsNew electrical substation planned for Uxbridge
Uxbridge and Elexicon Energy plan a third local substation at the Township-owned Parks Yard, 129 Main Street North.
real estateTown of Ajax backs 66-unit affordable homeownership proposal
Habitat for Humanity GTA selected a Rossland Road West site for a proposed stacked-townhouse community in Ajax.
eventsConvergence Music & Art Festival returns to downtown Oshawa September 19 and 20
The City says the free festival is set to bring live music, art, vendors and family activities to the downtown core.
businessClarington adopts new Community Improvement Plan for 2027
The municipality says its updated plan will offer incentives for housing, business and community investment.
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Uxbridge community centre to reopen September 28 after collision
The community centre at Uxbridge Arena is expected to reopen Monday after a temporary wall is installed; the arena remains open.
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Detour - Port Perry Walmart - Stop #3300
Durham Region Transit says stop 3300 at Port Perry Walmart is temporarily closed during construction, with temporary boarding locations for routes 618 and 905C through October 16.
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MacLeod Park basketball and tennis court improvements near completion
Brock says new basketball and tennis posts are installed, with basketball nets planned for spring and court work expected to finish by week’s end.
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Clarington residents gather for community conversation on inclusion
The event at Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex brought residents and local organizations together to discuss hate, misinformation and belonging.
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DRPS seeks 23-year-old in Oshawa counterfeit-currency case
Police say a cellphone was bought for $1000 with cash later identified as counterfeit; the listed charges remain allegations not proven in court.
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Whitby shares events and service changes for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
The Town is promoting several ways to learn and reflect, including a free workshop on September 25. Whitby Public Library locations will close on September 30, while recreation facilities and waste collection continue as scheduled.
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Ajax Fire asks residents to test smoke alarms September 28
Ajax Fire urges residents to test smoke alarms on September 28, keep alarms working through monthly checks and replace them on schedule.
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Pickering Committee of Adjustment posts notices for October 14 hearing
The electronic hearing is scheduled for 7 p.m.; residents can register to speak or send written comments to City Development.
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MacLeod Park basketball and tennis court improvements near completion
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Clarington residents gather for community conversation on inclusion
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Clarington withdraws heritage designation notice for 1 Veterans Avenue
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Pickering roadwork to restrict access on Whitevale and North roads
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Brock council agenda posted for September 28 meeting