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On July 6, 2024, a 26-year-old male was shot at a residence in Caesarea, resulting in life-altering injuries. The incident occurred around 3:55 a.m. in the area of Summit Drive and Cedar Grove Drive. The victim was initially taken to a local hospital and later airlifted to a
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The Ontario government has announced funding for two projects in Kawartha Lakes aimed at boosting the local economy. The Coboconk, Norland and Area Chamber of Commerce will receive up to $250,000 to renovate the Coboconk Train Station into a multi-use community hub and business incubator. This project is part
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In September 2024, the number of Canadians receiving regular Employment Insurance (EI) benefits decreased by 9,600, representing a 1.9% drop from the previous month. This decline follows a period of relative stability in August. Despite this monthly decrease, the year-over-year figures show an increase of 23,000 beneficiaries,
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The Ontario government has announced plans to return over $2.5 billion to workers and businesses through a series of financial measures. These include rebates and fee reductions facilitated by the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB). Key initiatives include: * WSIB Rebates: The province will return $2 billion in surplus
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In October 2024, the Industrial Product Price Index (IPPI) in Canada increased by 1.2% from the previous month, marking the largest monthly growth since April 2024. This rise follows two months of consecutive declines. Year-over-year, the IPPI saw a 1.1% increase. The primary contributors to this monthly rise
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A 19-year-old male is in critical condition following a single-vehicle accident in Uxbridge. The incident occurred on November 20, 2024, at approximately 6:10 p.m. The driver was traveling westbound on Zephyr Road West in a grey GMC Sierra pickup truck when he lost control, causing the vehicle to
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The Government of Canada has announced plans to introduce a new financial rebate for working Canadians. The proposed legislation, expected to be introduced in Parliament, aims to provide a $250 tax-free rebate to approximately 18.7 million Canadians by early spring 2025. This initiative is part of the government'
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Police are currently searching for two suspects following a shooting incident in Oshawa. The event occurred on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at approximately 8:40 p.m. Officers from the Central East Division responded to reports of gunshots in the vicinity of Oxford Street and Wentworth Street West. Upon arrival,
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Clarington has been added to the GoHere Washroom App, a tool developed by Crohn's and Colitis Canada to assist individuals in locating public washrooms. The app is particularly beneficial for those with inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, but it is available
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Several organizations in the Durham Region have been granted funding through the Community Safety and Well-Being (CSWB) Fund. This initiative aims to support projects that focus on youth development and community safety. The CSWB Fund is part of a broader effort to enhance community safety and promote positive youth engagement.
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The Canadian government has announced a temporary suspension of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) on certain holiday essentials. This measure is set to take place from December 14, 2024, to February 15, 2025. The items included in this tax relief are groceries, restaurant meals,
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The Ontario government has announced the construction of 17 new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in the Northumberland and Clarington areas. This initiative is part of the province's broader strategy to enhance EV infrastructure, particularly in rural regions. The charging stations will be installed at various locations, including