Durham College reorganizes applied research, co-op and corporate training teams under new RITS unit

Durham College says it has brought together its applied research, institutional research, co-operative education and corporate training teams under a new name: Research, Innovation and Training Services (RITS). The college announced the change Sept. 21. For residents and local employers who work with the college, the reorganization is intended

Clarington opens registration for 2026–27 snow-clearing program for eligible seniors and disabled residents

The Municipality of Clarington has opened registration for its 2026–27 Snow Clearing Program for Seniors and Persons with Disabilities. Applications will be accepted from Sept. 21 to Oct. 31, 2026, and the seasonal fee is $107.69. The program is intended for eligible residents who need help keeping access

Clarington mayor marks start of Yom Kippur in Sept. 20, 2026 statement

Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster issued a statement on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, marking the start of Yom Kippur at sunset. The statement is one of the municipality’s official messages tied to community and religious observances, and it includes a brief description of the day and well-wishes to residents

CFIA recalls Yotvata Caciotta Peperoncino cheese in Ontario and Quebec over Staphylococcus aureus

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has recalled Yotvata brand Caciotta Peperoncino Cheese because of microbial contamination involving Staphylococcus aureus. The recall is dated Sept. 16, and the agency published its notice on Sept. 18. The product was distributed in Ontario and Quebec. The recall notice lists product details intended to

Ontario Tech appoints Laura Money as Board of Governors chair; four new governors named for 2026–2027

Ontario Tech University in Oshawa has appointed Sun Life executive Laura Money as chair of its Board of Governors, effective Sept. 1. The university also named four new governors whose terms are set to begin in the 2026–2027 academic year. The Board of Governors provides strategic oversight, governance and

CFIA recalls Europena gluten-free black garlic marinade over undeclared soy

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has issued a recall notification for Europena brand Gluten Free Black Garlic (Marinade) because soy is not declared on the label. The agency listed the recall date as Sept. 15, 2026, and said the affected product should not be used, sold, served or distributed. Distribution

Durham College becomes affiliate member of Canadian Nuclear Association

Durham College has joined the Canadian Nuclear Association as an affiliate member, according to a college announcement dated Sept. 17. For local residents, the move signals the college’s intent to formalize ties with Canada’s nuclear industry and take part in national discussions about training and workforce needs—work

Ontario allocates $79 million for 2,861 new seats at Ontario Tech and Durham College, with enrolment possible by fall 2026

Ontario is funding 2,861 new postsecondary seats at Ontario Tech University and Durham College through a $79 million allocation announced Sept. 17, 2026, with seats available for student enrolment as early as fall 2026, the province said. The additional seats are intended for programs in health care, STEM, trades

CFIA recall targets Heinz single-serve mayonnaise products over undeclared mustard

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has posted a food recall notice for certain Heinz-brand single-serve mayonnaise products because they contain undeclared mustard. The notice covers products distributed in Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Quebec and Saskatchewan. The notice

Clarington to hold free tree-pruning demonstrations at four parks on Sept. 26, 2026

The Municipality of Clarington says its forestry team will hold free tree-pruning demonstrations at four parks on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, with sessions in Courtice, Newcastle, Orono and Bowmanville. The municipality says the demonstrations will show residents what proper pruning looks like and provide basic tree-care information people

Momchipz Bell Pepper Veggie Chips (85 g) recalled in Ontario over undeclared wheat, CFIA says

Momchipz Veggie Chips (Bell Pepper Chips) in an 85 g package, sold online in Ontario, have been recalled because the product has undeclared wheat, according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). The CFIA lists a recall date of Sept. 5, 2026; the agency’s notice was originally published Sept.

Road closures set around Memorial Park in Bowmanville for Terry Fox Run on Sept. 20

Several roads around Memorial Park in Bowmanville will be closed Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, from 9 to 10 a.m. for the Clarington Terry Fox Run, which is scheduled to start at 10 a.m. in the park. The closures mean drivers in the area will need to take detours