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On October 22, 2024, at approximately 8:40 p.m., police responded to a shooting in a residential area near Oxford Street and Wentworth Street West in Oshawa. Two male suspects were observed fleeing the scene after gunshots were reported. Upon arrival, officers found multiple shell casings but no reported
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Durham Region is inviting children and youth aged 18 and under to participate in a drawing challenge titled "What does water mean to you?". This initiative is part of the region's recognition of "Imagine a Day Without Water", a global day of education and
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Durham Region Transit has announced a temporary detour for Route 905C due to road construction on Water Street. The detour will be in effect from Monday, October 28, 2024, at 6:00 AM until Friday, November 1, 2024, at 5:00 PM. During this period, Route 905C will bypass the
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Forestry work is currently underway in several residential areas of Courtice, Ontario. The work involves block pruning, a process aimed at maintaining safe tree structures and improving tree health. This includes the removal of dead, diseased, or dangerous branches, pruning for clearance over roadways and walkways, and trimming branches that
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Durham Region, in collaboration with Environmental 360 Solutions, has been awarded the 2024 Prestige Public Private Partnership award by the North American Hazardous Materials Management Association. This accolade acknowledges the region's battery recycling program, which has been operational since 2012. The program has successfully diverted approximately 454,000
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The Regional Municipality of Durham has recently implemented a new traffic signal at the intersection of Brock Road and Pickering Parkway in Pickering. This modification involves the installation of a fully protected left-turn signal for vehicles turning southbound to eastbound. The objective of this change is to enhance safety and
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The Government of Canada has announced a new immigration plan for 2025-2027, which aims to control population growth by setting specific targets for both temporary and permanent residents. This plan, presented by Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, is designed to manage population growth sustainably over the long
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The Clarington Public Library, Museums, and Archives have announced a series of Halloween-themed events for the community. These events are scheduled to take place at various library locations across Clarington. * Monster Mash: This event is designed for children in grades JK-6. It will be held at the Courtice Library on
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The governments of Canada, the United States, and Mexico have jointly announced the North American Preparedness for Animal and Human Pandemics Initiative (NAPAHPI). This initiative aims to enhance regional health security by addressing public health threats collaboratively. NAPAHPI is a response to commitments made during the North American Leaders'
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The Ontario government has introduced new legislation titled the Affordable Energy Act. This proposed law aims to address the growing demand for energy in the province by establishing an integrated energy plan. The plan seeks to coordinate various energy resources, including electricity and natural gas, to maintain affordability. Key components
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On October 22, 2024, the Canadian government announced several measures aimed at protecting and creating jobs for Canadian workers. The announcement was made by Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland, along with other ministers. Key measures include: * Tariffs on Imports: A 25% tariff has been imposed on certain Chinese-made steel and
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On September 18, 2024, Minister Sean Fraser sent a letter to all Canadian provinces and territories, requesting collaboration with the federal government to address homelessness and encampments. The letter proposed additional funding of $250 million, as outlined in Budget 2024, contingent on provinces matching contributions. This funding is part of