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On September 18, 2024, members of the Project Attire Auto Theft Unit, with assistance from Halton Regional Police, executed a search warrant at a residence near Taunton Road and Trulls Road in Clarington. During the search, police found programming devices used for auto theft and a stolen BMW SUV. Three
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The Government of Canada has allocated $76 million to support 50 projects under the Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative. These projects aim to address environmental challenges affecting the Great Lakes' water quality and ecosystem health. The funding is part of the Canada-Ontario Agreement on Great Lakes Water Quality and
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Good morning, Clarington! Today, Saturday, September 21, 2024, expect mainly cloudy skies with a 40% chance of showers this evening and a risk of a thunderstorm. Fog patches will develop overnight, with temperatures dropping to a low of 14°C. For Sunday, look forward to a mix of sun and
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Two males were arrested in Whitby for attempting to steal a vehicle. The incident occurred on September 19, 2024, at approximately 2:15 a.m. in the area of Capstan Court and Swordfish Drive. Officers from Central West Division responded to the scene and apprehended the suspects. The first suspect
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The Bowmanville Library will host a 'Stay and Play' program for children aged 0-5 and their caregivers. The program will run on Mondays from September 9 to November 25, excluding September 30 and October 14. Sessions will take place from 10:30 am to 11:30 am. This
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The Newcastle Library will host 'Musical Babies' sessions from September 9 to November 25, excluding September 30 and October 14. The sessions will take place every Monday from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM. This program is designed for infants aged 0-15 months and is a drop-in
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August 2024 Price Indexes Report Industrial Product Price Index (IPPI) * The IPPI decreased by 0.8% in August 2024 compared to July 2024. * Year-over-year, the IPPI increased by 0.2%. * The decline was mainly due to lower prices for energy and petroleum products, which fell by 5.0%. * Excluding energy
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The Clarington Public Library is hosting a Zumba Gold class at the Newcastle Library. The classes will be held every Monday from September 9 to November 25, excluding September 30 and October 14. The sessions will run from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This event is open to
The Clarington Public Library, Museums, and Archives will be hosting several events in October to celebrate Islamic History Month. These events aim to educate the public about the contributions of Muslims to various fields such as medicine, astronomy, and the arts. Event Details: * Islamic History Month Storytime * Location: Bowmanville Library
Durham Region Transit has announced a detour due to road construction at the intersection of Rossland Road and Brock Street. The detour will be in effect on Friday, September 20, from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The following routes will be affected: * Routes 916 and 920 will detour
The Courtice branch of the Clarington Public Library will host 'Musical Babies' sessions starting from July 3 to August 28. The sessions will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays, with specific age groups for each day. On Mondays, from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM, the program
Today in Clarington, expect pleasant and sunny skies with a high of 25°C. Fog patches will dissipate this morning, and the humidex will make it feel like 29°C. The UV index is 6, indicating high exposure, so consider wearing sunscreen. Tonight will be clear initially but turning partly
Upcoming Dates: * Sunday, September 15, 2024: 10:00 am - 4:30 pm * Saturday, September 21, 2024: 10:00 am - 4:30 pm * Sunday, September 22, 2024: 10:00 am - 4:30 pm * Saturday, September 28, 2024: 10:00 am - 4:30 pm * Sunday, September 29, 2024:
In July 2024, the number of Canadians receiving regular Employment Insurance (EI) benefits increased by 2.2% from the previous month, reaching a total of 489,000 beneficiaries. This marks the third consecutive monthly increase. Compared to July 2023, the number of regular EI beneficiaries increased by 10%, or 44,
The Regional Municipality of Durham has issued a reminder for drivers to be cautious and patient when encountering farm vehicles on rural roads. The harvest season, which starts in early fall and continues into late fall, will see an increase in slow-moving farm machinery on the roads. This may cause
A 26-year-old male suffered serious injuries following a single motorcycle collision in Ajax. On September 18, 2024, at approximately 3:55 p.m., officers from West Division responded to a collision at Bayly Street West and Monarch Avenue. The individual, who was operating a blue Yamaha dirt bike, lost control
The Ontario government has released the 2023-24 Public Accounts, detailing the province's financial performance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024. The report shows a deficit of $0.6 billion, an improvement from the forecasted $1.3 billion deficit in the 2023 Budget. This improvement is attributed
New play structures and amenities have been installed or replaced at four parks in Bowmanville and Solina. The parks that received upgrades include: * Rhonda Park, 92 Rhonda Boulevard, Bowmanville * Enlarged playground area with wood fibre safety surface * Junior and senior play structures * Four swings, one accessible * Park benches * Pathway realignment
Brock Street, between Maple Street and Rossland Road, will experience lane closures on Thursday, September 19, from 5:00 AM to 11:30 PM due to construction activities. During this time, the following northbound stops on Durham Region Transit's Route 302 will be closed: * Stop #176 – Brock Street