News

Investigation Underway After False School Shooting Report in Courtice

Justin Barber

Nov 7, 2024

On November 7, 2024, Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) responded to a false report of an active shooter at Courtice Secondary School, located at 1717 Nash Road in Clarington. The report, received by a third-party agency, claimed an active shooter was present at the school.

Police, including the Tactical Support Unit, arrived at the scene and worked with school staff to initiate a lockdown. A thorough search of the premises confirmed there was no active shooter or victims. The report was determined to be false.

The investigation into the incident is ongoing.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the East Division Criminal Investigations Branch at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 1605. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca.

Transit Detours for Pickering Santa Parade on November 23, 2024

Durham Region Transit has announced detours for several bus routes in Pickering due to road closures for the Santa Claus Parade. The detours will be in effect on Saturday, November 23, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. * Route 112: Buses will operate via Kingston Road, Brock Road,

Oshawa Youth Charged Following Knife Threat Incident

A 15-year-old male from Oshawa has been charged with uttering threats following an incident at the Oshawa GO station. On November 21, 2024, at approximately 8:00 p.m., officers responded to reports of an armed individual in the parking lot of the station, located at 915 Bloor Street West.

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

Read more

Transit Detours for Pickering Santa Parade on November 23, 2024

Oshawa Youth Charged Following Knife Threat Incident

Ontario Allocates $92 Million for Provincial Research Initiatives

Ontario Proposes Legislation to Enhance Firefighter Cancer Coverage