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See and be seen, during darker commuting hours

Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 5, creating darker commuting hours that affect visibility on roadways. Our collision data shows that the highest number of pedestrian and cyclist-involved collisions take place between October and December. Drivers, pedestrians and cyclists need to be vigilant and safe on the road as darkness comes earlier.

The following tips for roadway users will help improve safety for everyone:

Drivers:

• Pay special attention to crosswalks and sidewalks leading to...

Keeping teen drivers safe: National Teen Driver Safety Week

National Teen Driver Safety Week is taking place across Canada from October 15 to 21.

The Region of Durham’s collision statistics show that approximately one quarter of all fatal and injury-causing collisions involve young drivers aged 16 to 25. Inexperience and driving beyond a driver’s skill level are the primary reasons why young drivers have a higher chance of being involved in a collision. As a result, young drivers have been identified as an emphasis area for our Durham Vision Zero

Durham Region Celebrates Circular Economy Month and Waste Reduction Week this October

The Regional Municipality of Durham is celebrating Circular Economy Month. The Circular Innovation Council has extended Waste Reduction Week in Canada beyond the third week of October into Circular Economy Month to educate and excite Canadians about the opportunities and benefits of the circular economy.

The third week of October will continue as Waste Reduction Week, with daily themes related to specific waste streams and the waste reduction component of a circular economy.

Daily Themes:

Monday,...

Share the road with farm equipment

With harvest season underway, drivers may experience temporary delays on rural roads due to slow moving farm machinery. Motorists are reminded to be patient and cautious when sharing the road with these vehicles.

Farmers have the important task of transporting the food that feeds our communities, and as part of that transportation they often use public roads to get from field to field, both day and night.

Safety tips to observe when coming across farm machinery on Regional roads include:

• Recognize...

Construction on Simcoe Street South in Oshawa ongoing until fall 2024

Durham Region is working to improve infrastructure by replacing the water and sanitary sewer systems on Simcoe Street South, from Olive Avenue to Metcalfe Street, in the City of Oshawa. Lane restrictions will be in place during the construction work. The Region will ensure at least one northbound lane remains open for traffic and essential services. Access for local traffic and emergency vehicles will be maintained at all times.

Businesses in the area will remain open throughout the duration of...