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Help conserve water by practising odd-even lawn watering this summer
Posted on Thursday, June 04, 2020 02:30 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is reminding residents using our municipal water supply to practise odd-even lawn watering, from now until September, in an effort to conserve water.
Odd-even lawn watering means residents with an odd number home address should only water on odd calendar days, and vice versa—if your home address is even, then water only on even calendar days. Residents can also conserve water by only watering grass when necessary. A healthy lawn requires 2.5 centimetres...
Regional Chair asks community to stand together
Posted on Wednesday, June 03, 2020 09:15 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality of Durham:
“Recently, our global community has been shaken to the core, following senseless acts of racism. Many of you are likely feeling a wide range of emotions; trying to understand how these unnecessary acts of violence could occur.
The fight against racism and discrimination is one we all support here in Durham. Remember, we are all human...
Regional Chair officially proclaims June as Seniors’ Month
Posted on Monday, June 01, 2020 10:15 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality of Durham:
“On behalf of Regional Council, I have officially proclaimed June to be Seniors’ Month in the Region of Durham. Seniors’ Month is a time to recognize the valuable contributions that seniors have made, and continue to make, to our community.
COVID-19 has had a detrimental effect on our senior population. Now, more than ever, seniors need...
Durham Region celebrates diversity; raises flag for PRIDE month
Posted on Monday, June 01, 2020 02:30 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality of Durham:
“In Durham Region, we treat others with dignity and respect; recognizing that everyone's contribution is equally as important. That’s why we are proud to recognize today as the beginning of PRIDE month—a time to celebrate those within the LGBTQ2 community.
PRIDE allows us to recognize the value of diversity, while also supporting human...
Business community outlines needs on road to recovery
Posted on Monday, June 01, 2020 02:00 AM
Whitby, Ontario – A recent study of hundreds of Durham businesses has revealed that 92 per cent of businesses are concerned that a second wave of COVID-19 could be a barrier to recovery.
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to cause global economic impacts, all Durham-based businesses have been affected by this unprecedented crisis. Now, as mindsets turn towards economic recovery, there’s a need to understand specific local needs. That’s why the Durham Economic Task Force recently co-ordinated this...
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