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Scugog Waste Facility Reopens; Brock Facility Remains Closed

Justin Barber

01 Apr 2025

The Durham Waste Management Facility in Scugog has been reopened, according to a statement from the Regional Municipality of Durham. Meanwhile, the Waste Management Facility in Brock is still closed due to a prolonged power outage.

To accommodate residents, temporary bins have been provided at several locations within the Township of Brock for the disposal of household waste. This solution addresses waste management needs during the facility's closure.

Residents are advised to continue using green bins for food waste disposal through regular curbside collection services. Information on brush disposal and leaf collection services for the affected areas has also been shared.

The Regional Municipality of Durham recommends visiting their official website for ongoing updates regarding the status of waste management services in the region.

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Durham Police to Hold 9th Annual Women's Recruiting Symposium

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