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A 36-year-old woman from Peterborough has been charged with fraud-related offenses following an incident at a Money Mart location in Oshawa. According to the Durham Region Police Service, the woman allegedly cashed a fraudulent cheque and obtained over $30,000 on December 4, 2024. The Financial Crimes Unit of the
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On February 26th, the Forum of Labour Market Ministers held a virtual meeting to discuss the implications of potential U.S. tariffs on the Canadian workforce. This assembly aimed to organize an appropriate response to minimize any negative effects on employment across the country. The measures considered include the role
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The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has launched Operation Blizzard, an initiative aimed at intercepting illegal narcotics, with a specific emphasis on fentanyl and similar substances. As part of this operation, the CBSA plans to heighten the scrutiny of shipments entering and leaving Canada, utilizing the National Targeting Centre for
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Two individuals have been charged following a traffic stop in Oshawa where a significant amount of fentanyl was discovered. According to the Durham Region Police Service, the incident happened on the evening of Sunday, February 23, 2025. Officers from the Central East Division conducted the stop at approximately 8:20
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Authorities in Oshawa are conducting a search for Deborrah, a 71-year-old woman who has gone missing. According to the Durham Region Police Service, she was last observed on Saturday, February 15, 2025, in the vicinity of Simcoe Street North and Bond Street West. Police have indicated concerns for her well-being,
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A woman has been charged with several counts of fraud by the Durham Regional Police Service's Financial Crimes Unit. The woman is accused of carrying out fraudulent activities over a specific period, which reportedly involved misappropriation of personal information and unauthorized financial transactions. The police have identified numerous
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The Durham Local Immigration Partnership (DLIP) will host a Funding Opportunities Forum in Whitby on March 21. This half-day, in-person event is designed for community and service provider organizations interested in learning about and accessing various grant opportunities. Participants will connect with representatives from community agencies, the private sector, and
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The Durham Regional Police Service has issued an arrest warrant for a 32-year-old male suspect in connection with telephone banking fraud incidents in Bowmanville. Earlier, a "Help Solve a Crime" news release had sought public assistance to identify the man involved in these crimes in September 2024. The
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Durham Region Transit has announced the closure of bus stop #710, located at Simcoe Southbound at Cayuga, due to an electrical wire hazard. In response to this issue, a temporary stop has been set up on the north side of Simcoe Southbound at the Glovers intersection. This change is effective
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The Government of Canada has issued a recall for LG Slide-In and Freestanding Electric Ranges due to a risk of fire. These appliances have front-mounted knobs that can be inadvertently activated, posing a potential hazard. According to the announcement, as of February 12, 2025, there have been eight incident reports
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Clarington municipal crews are set to perform snow removal from several roads in Downtown Bowmanville to maintain accessibility and safety. The following streets will face temporary closures: * Tuesday, February 25, 7 PM to Wednesday, February 26, 2 AM: * Temperance Street, from Church Street to King Street * Wednesday, February 26, 2
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The outdoor ice rink at Courtice Community Complex has been closed temporarily. This decision, according to the Clarington municipal government, is due to current weather conditions, including rain and increased temperatures. Residents looking for updates on the rink's status should keep an eye on local announcements for any