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The General Government Committee of Clarington met on February 3, 2025, and confirmed new appointments to several local committees. Michael Kamstra was appointed to the Accessibility Advisory Committee for a term that will last until December 31, 2026. This appointment is documented in the meeting's minutes. The meeting
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Durham Region Police Service (DRPS) is requesting the public's assistance in locating Delroy Apple, a 45-year-old man wanted on a Warrant of Committal. Apple was last observed at Ontario Shores, located at 700 Gordon Street, in Whitby, around 10 a.m. on February 7, 2025. Further sightings were
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A suspect was arrested in Peterborough on February 5, 2025, by members of the Financial Crimes Unit related to several fraud cases in the Durham Region. The arrest included the seizure of a vehicle that investigators state was fraudulently obtained. These developments are part of an ongoing investigation conducted by
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Clarington Resident Proposes Change to School Zone Speed Limits During the recent General Government Committee meeting in Clarington, Oswald Sharpe suggested adjusting the speed limit in school zones from 30 km/h to 40 km/h. This proposal was part of a broader discussion on local traffic management and safety,
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has announced a recall for Lambert brand Frozen Yogurt Strawberries & Cream. This recall is due to an undeclared egg allergen found in the product. Consumers are advised not to consume or further distribute the affected yogurt. The recall specifically impacts products distributed in
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The latest Labour Force Survey from Statistics Canada reveals that Ontario experienced a growth of 23,000 jobs, marking a 0.3% increase in employment during December 2024. The cumulative employment in the province stands at approximately 8,119,000 jobs as of this past December. The unemployment rate in
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On February 6, 2025, the Government of Canada introduced the National Cyber Security Strategy (NCSS). The initiative is framed around two main principles aimed at enhancing Canada's cybersecurity defenses: engaging society as a whole, and exercising agile leadership. The NCSS emphasizes three focal areas to strengthen cybersecurity measures:
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The Government of Canada has announced a new initiative aimed at bolstering outdoor tourism in Northern Ontario. Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, disclosed the allocation of $1,720,064 to support ten outdoor tourism projects. This announcement was made on February 6, 2025, in
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The Canada Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued a recall for Cucina & Amore brand Pesto Alla Genovese Basil because it contains undeclared allergens: Brazil nuts, milk, and pine nuts. These products have been distributed across various areas, posing a risk to consumers with allergies to these specific ingredients. Allergic
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The Government of Canada has released a new Sensitive Technology List (STL). This was announced on [insert release date here] by the Minister of Public Safety, David McGuinty. The STL is meant to inform policies and initiatives concerning the protection of Canadian innovation in sensitive technology sectors. The list aims
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Whitby, Ontario – A new report by the Durham Region Health Department, titled 'Assessing the Impact of Solar Ultraviolet Radiation (UVR),' highlights expected increases in UVR exposure in the region due to climate change. The report indicates that rising temperatures and possible reduced cloud cover, compounded with limited sun
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The General Government Committee of Clarington discussed the 2025 Budget Update during their meeting on February 3, 2025. Key budget elements focused on various infrastructure projects prioritized for the year. Budget Modifications and Allocations: The committee addressed modifications in the multi-year operating budget due to new legislative mandates from Ontario