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Check It Out: Applefest Returns to Bowmanville

Justin Barber

Oct 17, 2024 — 1 min read

Applefest is set to take place in Historic Downtown Bowmanville on Saturday, October 19, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will feature a variety of apple-related products from local growers, including fresh apples, apple cider, pies, and more. Visitors can also enjoy an artisan and craft market with local vendors showcasing handmade items.

The festival offers free admission and parking. A new addition this year is a free shuttle service from Clarington Fields, located at 2375 Baseline Road, Bowmanville, to the festival site. Shuttles will run every 15 minutes, although they are not accessible. For accessible parking options, attendees are advised to check the event FAQs.

Road closures will be in effect from Friday, October 18, 2024, at 6 p.m. to Saturday, October 19, 2024, at 7 p.m. King Street will be closed from Scugog Street to George Street, including parts of Division Street, Silver Street, and Temperance Street. Detours will be available via alternate local roads.

The event is organized by the business owners of Historic Downtown Bowmanville, aiming to highlight local businesses and services with special outdoor offerings during the festival.

Durham Region Transit Opens Specialized Services Application Drop-Off

Durham Region Transit (DRT) has announced that applications for Specialized Services can now be submitted at two locations. Applicants can drop off their forms at the Durham Regional Headquarters located at 605 Rossland Road East in Whitby, or at the DRT Customer Service counter at 110 Westney Road South in

Durham Region Transit Committee Discusses New Initiatives and Ridership Growth

The Durham Region Transit Executive Committee (TEC) held a meeting on November 6, 2024, to discuss several initiatives and updates related to Durham Region Transit (DRT). Key points from the meeting include: * High School Ambassador Program: DRT has initiated a pilot High School Ambassador Program at Ajax High School for

Westney Customer Service Desk Closure Scheduled for November 16-17

Durham Region Transit (DRT) has announced that the customer service desk at the Westney location in Ajax will be closed on November 16 and 17, 2024. This closure is due to a planned maintenance project. During this period, in-person services such as inquiries, fare media sales, and lost and found

Weather report for Nov 15, 2024

Today, in Clarington, Ontario, expect a cloudy day with a high of 9°C. The UV index is low at 1, so no need to worry too much about sun exposure. As the night rolls in, it will become partly cloudy with a northwest wind picking up to 20 km/

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Durham Region Transit Opens Specialized Services Application Drop-Off

Durham Region Transit Committee Discusses New Initiatives and Ridership Growth

Westney Customer Service Desk Closure Scheduled for November 16-17

Weather report for Nov 15, 2024