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Clarington Playground Vandalized with Hate Symbols; Police Seek Witnesses

Justin Barber

03 Mar 2025

Durham Region Police are investigating an act of vandalism involving hate-motivated graffiti on playground equipment in Clarington. On March 1, 2025, police responded to reports from Stuart Park, located at 58 Stuart Road, where swastikas and profane language were found spray-painted on a slide and beneath a playground panel. Authorities believe the graffiti was applied between 3:00 p.m. on February 28 and 4:00 p.m. on March 1. The graffiti has since been removed by police and municipal staff. Police are calling for witnesses who may have been in the area during the mentioned time to assist in the investigation. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Durham Crime Stoppers or the investigating detective.

Applications Open for Clarington's Seasonal Patio Program

The Seasonal Patio Program in Clarington is now accepting applications from local restaurants and cafes. This municipal initiative allows businesses to expand their outdoor dining areas by acquiring permits for patios on municipal sidewalks or private spaces such as parking lots. The program, which operates from May to October, provides

Suspects Arrested after Attempted Vehicle Theft in Ajax

Authorities reported an attempted vehicle theft in Ajax, Ontario, early on March 2, 2025. The Durham Regional Police Service stated that officers responded to an incident in progress at approximately 4:15 a.m. on Pickett Street. The response involved members of the West Division and the DRPS K9 Unit,

Hate Symbol Graffiti Found in Clarington Sparks Condemnation

A piece of hate-motivated graffiti, bearing a Nazi swastika, was discovered in an area frequented by children in Clarington. This act has received condemnation from local authorities. A statement from a community representative described the graffiti as an act reminiscent of a period characterized by violence and hatred. The representative

Oshawa Man Charged in Air Conditioning Unit Thefts

Oshawa Man Charged in Air Conditioning Unit Thefts Michael De Laurentiis, a 41-year-old male without a fixed address, faces several charges following incidents of theft involving air conditioning units in Oshawa. The Durham Region Police Service has charged De Laurentiis in connection to incidents at 214 Simcoe Street North, where

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Applications Open for Clarington's Seasonal Patio Program

Suspects Arrested after Attempted Vehicle Theft in Ajax

Hate Symbol Graffiti Found in Clarington Sparks Condemnation

Oshawa Man Charged in Air Conditioning Unit Thefts