Public Service Announcements

Road closure on Salmers Drive in Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – The Works Department advises residents of a road closure on Salmers Drive at the intersection of Grandview Street in the City of Oshawa.

When: March 10 to 13. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Salmers Drive, at the intersection of Grandview Street in Oshawa.

Why: Watermain repairs.

Note: Drivers are asked to exercise caution for the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and work crews.

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For more information, please contact Corporate Communications.

Cancelled: Learn about business opportunities in the film and television industry at upcoming Film Durham seminar

Note: this event has been cancelled.

Whitby, Ontario – The Durham Region Film Commission (Film Durham), in partnership with municipal film offices from across the region, will be hosting a seminar for local business owners who would like to learn more about the film and television industry and potential opportunities for their business.

When: Tuesday, March 24, from 3 to 5 p.m.

Where: The seminar will be held at Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Road, Pickering.

Why: Durham...

Lane Restrictions on Bloor Street West and Park Road South in Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department advises residents of lane restrictions on Bloor Street West (Regional Road 22) and Park Road South, in the City of Oshawa.

When: Ongoing until March 4. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where:

• Bloor Street West, near the intersection of Park Road South.
• Left hand turning lane on Park Road South, just south of Bloor Street West.

Why: Hydrant replacement and road paving.

Note: Drivers are asked to...

Update: Lane Restrictions on Westney Road in Ajax

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department advises residents of lane restrictions on Westney Road North (Regional Road 31) near the intersection of Kingston Road West (Highway 2) in the Town of Ajax.

When: March 3 to April 29. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Westney Road will have lane restrictions in the southbound curb lanes at the following locations:

• From the intersection of Kingston Road West to about 250 metres south of the...

Reminder: help clear snow around fire hydrants

Whitby, Ontario – The Works Department reminds residents and businesses to clear the snow surrounding fire hydrants on or near their property, to increase safety and emergency response in the community.

When: Residents and businesses are asked to help clear the snow surrounding fire hydrants after snowfalls.

Where: Residents and businesses should ensure that any hydrant in front of, or adjacent to, their property is clear of snow by at least 60 cm (two feet) and easily visible from the road.

Why: When...