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The Ontario government has announced the expansion of diagnostic services in long-term care homes in Durham. The new Community Paramedicine for Long-Term Care Plus (CPLTC+) program will enable paramedics to deliver diagnostic services such as bloodwork and ultrasounds to residents. Additionally, funding will be provided to equip more long-term care
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The Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) will be conducting its annual traffic safety blitz around neighbourhood schools in Durham Region as students return to class after summer holidays. The DRPS Traffic Services Branch, in collaboration with officers from all divisions, will conduct a zero-tolerance traffic enforcement campaign targeting school and
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The Ontario government has announced new measures for the upcoming school year, focusing on reducing distractions and promoting a healthier learning environment. Starting September 1, 2024, the province will implement restrictions on cellphone use and a ban on vaping in schools. These measures aim to address concerns about the impact
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Health Canada has released a report summarizing feedback from public consultations on the proposed Safe Long-Term Care Act. The consultations highlighted the preference for aging at home with necessary supports and the need for high-quality, safe long-term care when required. Key priorities identified include treating long-term care as part of
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The Municipality of Clarington has announced that speed limits in school zones have been reduced from 50 kilometres per hour to 30 kilometres per hour. This change is aimed at improving safety for students as the new school year begins. The new speed limits apply to most schools located on
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The Regional Municipality of Durham will reduce the speed limit on Brock Street in Whitby to 40 km/h. This change is part of the Durham Vision Zero initiative and is being implemented in collaboration with the Town of Whitby. The affected area is Brock Street from Victoria Street to
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The Clarington Library, Museums & Archives has been named the recipient of Boston Pizza Bowmanville's Kids Card campaign. The campaign runs from September 1 to October 13. For a $5 donation, participants receive five free kids' meals at Boston Pizza Bowmanville. All proceeds from the campaign will
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Good morning, Clarington! Here’s your weather update for Friday, August 30, 2024: Today: * Day: Sunny, with a high of 29°C. Clouds will increase late in the afternoon. Humidex values expected to reach 34. UV index will be 7, which is high, so don’t forget your sunscreen! * Night:
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The Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) has concluded an investigation named Project Burton, resulting in 32 arrests and 184 criminal charges. The investigation, which lasted nearly eight months, focused on illegal firearms possession and trafficking in Durham Region. The operation involved over 130 Tactical Support Officers from various police services,
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The Region of Durham and its municipalities are participating in National Hunger Action Month to raise awareness, collect food donations, and gather funds to combat hunger. From September 5 to 27, residents can drop off non-perishable food items at various locations across the region. Drop-off Locations * Ajax: ajax.ca/FoodDrive
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The final beach report for the 2024 season in Durham Region indicates that three public beaches are posted as unsafe for swimming due to elevated levels of E. coli. The beaches that are posted include Beaverton North Beach, Beaverton South Beach, and Kinsmen Beach. The remaining beaches in the region,
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On August 28, 2024, at approximately 12:25 a.m., East Division officers responded to a break-and-enter at Peavey Mart, located at 95 Baseline Road in Bowmanville. A male suspect was found loading stolen items into a van and was taken into custody without incident. The van's license