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Commercial Vehicle Safety Inspections Lead to Multiple Charges

Justin Barber

Nov 22, 2024

The Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS), in collaboration with the Ontario Ministry of Transportation and the Ontario Provincial Police, conducted a commercial vehicle safety initiative across Durham Region. This initiative, which spanned three days starting November 19, 2024, involved the inspection of 172 trucks. Of these, 22 trucks were taken out of service due to safety violations such as improper brakes and insecure loads. Additionally, officers issued 100 charges related to mechanical and document infractions. The DRPS has indicated that such initiatives will continue throughout the year to address commercial vehicle safety concerns.

Ontario Allocates $92 Million for Provincial Research Initiatives

The Ontario government has announced a financial commitment of over $92 million to support research initiatives across the province. This funding is allocated through the Ontario Research Fund and aims to assist universities, colleges, research institutes, and hospitals in Ontario. The funding will be distributed to more than 200 projects,

Ontario Proposes Legislation to Enhance Firefighter Cancer Coverage

The Ontario government has announced plans to introduce legislation aimed at expanding cancer coverage for firefighters. The proposed changes include reducing the required duration of service for primary-site kidney cancer coverage from 20 to 10 years, and removing the age limit for primary-site colorectal cancer diagnosis. These adjustments are intended

Weather report for Nov 23, 2024

For Saturday, November 23, 2024, in Clarington, Ontario: * Today: Expect increasing cloudiness with a high of 8°C. There's a 70% chance of showers late this morning and into the afternoon. Winds will become northwest at 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h. The UV index is

Bus Route Detours Announced for Ajax Santa Parade

Durham Region Transit has announced detours for several bus routes due to the Ajax Santa Parade scheduled for November 23, 2024. The parade will take place from 4:30 PM to 10:00 PM, resulting in road closures that affect routes 216, 224, and 917. * Route 216: This route will

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Ontario Allocates $92 Million for Provincial Research Initiatives

Ontario Proposes Legislation to Enhance Firefighter Cancer Coverage

Weather report for Nov 23, 2024

Bus Route Detours Announced for Ajax Santa Parade