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The Courtice Tree-Lighting Ceremony is scheduled to take place on Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Courtice Community Complex, located at 2950 Courtice Road North, Courtice. This event will feature a variety of activities suitable for families. Attendees can enjoy face painting
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On December 7, 2024, a carjacking incident occurred in Pickering, involving a black Mercedes G550 SUV. The event took place around 10:50 p.m. near Taunton Road and Altona Road. According to the Durham Region Police Service, the victim's vehicle was intentionally hit by another vehicle. Upon
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Today in Clarington, expect a high of plus 4°C with a 40% chance of rain showers this morning. These will transition to flurries or rain showers this afternoon. Fog patches will dissipate by this morning, and the day will see winds from the west at 20 km/h, gusting
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A section of the sidewalk on Rudell Road, adjacent to the Diane Hamre Recreation Complex in Newcastle, will be closed on December 11, 2024. The closure will last from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. to accommodate overhead crane work related to ongoing renovations at the complex. During this
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The Clarington Public Library, Museums & Archives has announced its schedule for winter book clubs in 2025. These clubs cater to different age groups and interests, providing a platform for community members to engage in literary discussions. Adult Book Clubs * Newcastle Library or Online via Zoom * January 28, 6pm: Yellowface
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The Ontario government has announced that the preliminary design for Highway 413 is 90% complete. This development allows the province to begin releasing land not required for the highway's construction. A total of 113 full and 57 partial properties have been identified as unnecessary for the project. The
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The Clarington Public Library is hosting a series of events titled "Holiday Tour and Retro Board Games" at the historic Waverley Place. These events are scheduled for Thursdays, December 5, 12, and 19, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The events are open to adults and
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The Ontario government has introduced the Emergency Management Modernization Act, aiming to update the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (EMCPA). This proposed legislation seeks to enhance provincial and municipal emergency management efforts, focusing on prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. The amendments are the first significant updates in over
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The Canadian government has introduced Bill C-78, known as the Tax Break for All Canadians Act, which has been approved by the House of Commons and is currently under consideration by the Senate. The bill proposes a temporary exemption from the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Harmonized Sales Tax
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The Durham Region Transit Executive Committee convened on December 4, 2024, to address several key issues concerning transit services. * On Demand Service: The committee noted that the On Demand service is currently operating at 240% over capacity. Plans to address these capacity challenges will be included in the 2025 budget,
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The weather in Clarington, Ontario, on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, is shaping up as follows: * Current Conditions: It's foggy with a temperature of 1.5°C. Visibility is quite low at 0.4 km, and the humidity is a full 100%. * Today: Expect cloudy skies with a 60%
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Police are actively searching for a 46-year-old male named David Lewis, who is wanted on a Warrant of Committal. Lewis was last seen around 12:50 p.m. on Friday, December 7, 2024, at Ontario Shores, located at 700 Gordon Street in Whitby. Authorities have indicated that Lewis requires medication,