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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 illustrationColborne St. W. closure scheduled from September 8 to 11
The Oshawa road will be closed to through traffic between Kaiser Cres. and Centre St. N., with no through access for emergency vehicles.
AI-generated illustrationWhitby denies plans to rename its waterfront or Lake Ontario
The Town says it is keeping the existing names while highlighting beaches, trails, the marina and other waterfront features.
Demolition planned for vacant buildings in downtown Whitby
Weather permitting, work at 128 Brock Street South and 132-146 Brock Street North is expected to begin in mid-September and take 12 weeks.
newsScugog Fire Station 61 public access resumes September 8
The Port Perry station was closed to the public on September 4 because watermain work shut off the building's water service.
newsPickering recreation complex plans change-room and parking disruptions
The older Family Change Room closes September 8 to 12, while marked parking spaces face a shorter closure on September 9.
newsAnne Ottenbrite Pool closes September 8 for maintenance
Aquatic programs and activities at the Whitby pool are cancelled, with regular programming set to return September 9.
things to doOshawa extends Rotary Pool and splash-pad season to September 20
Oshawa residents can continue to swim free at Rotary Pool with a season pass or government identification showing an Oshawa address.
newsMiller’s Creek Trail routes listed as closed due to excessive flooding
The published closure notice names five trail sections, including routes near Williamson Road, Rossland Road, Curtis Gate, Feint Drive, Alden Square and the 401 bridge.
eventsDurham Curbside Giveaway Day set for September 19
Durham residents can offer usable unwanted items at the curb during the 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. event.
newsNorth Street lane restrictions scheduled in Newcastle from September 15 to December 31
Daytime restrictions are planned while crews build a multi-use walkway and place surface asphalt to support new development.
Public Safety$25,000 reward offered in Beaverton break-in case
Durham Regional Crime Stoppers is offering a $25,000 reward for information that helps investigators make arrests in a Beaverton break-and-enter.
Traffic SafetyTwo seriously injured in Uxbridge single-vehicle crash
DRPS says a Porsche SUV left Allbright Road in Uxbridge, landed in the woods, and later caught fire.
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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