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Regional Chair brings Eid al-Fitr greetings

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:

“As the holy month of Ramadan comes to an end, I would like to extend my warmest wishes to Muslim communities in Durham Region, Canada and around the world, as they begin Eid al-Fitr celebrations.

I am truly inspired by the dedication and devotion displayed by the Muslim community during Ramadan. Durham strives to be a safe and...

Upcoming road closures on Lake Ridge Road

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, in co-operation with the City of Pickering, Town of Whitby, and townships of Scugog and Uxbridge, is rehabilitating Lake Ridge Road (Regional Road 23). As part of the construction, a portion of Lake Ridge Road will be closed temporarily.

When and Where: May 1 at approximately 7 p.m. until June 16 at approximately 6 p.m. onLake Ridge Road (Regional Road 23) from south of Chalk Lake Road to Townline Road in the City of Pickering, Town of Whitby,...

Drop off items for reuse, recycling and safe disposal during Environment Days

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, in partnership with the area municipalities, is inviting residents to donate items for reuse, recycling and safe disposal.

When and where:

Saturday, April 29 from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine)Ajax Operations Centre, 800 Salem Road North, Ajax

Saturday, September 9 from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or shine)Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex (parking lot), 1867 Valley Farm Road, Pickering

Saturday, September 16 from 8 a.m. to noon (rain or...

Compost Giveaway events are being held across the region from April 29 to May 27

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham has teamed up with the area municipalities to offer free compost to residents at special events taking place across the region.

When and where:

Saturday, April 29 from 8 a.m. to noon

• Ajax Operations Centre, 800 Salem Road North, Ajax
• Clarington Operations Depot 42, 178 Darlington-Clarke Townline Road, Bowmanville

Saturday, May 6 from 8 a.m. to noon

• Lakeview Park (parking lot), Kluane Avenue, Oshawa
• Sunderland Memorial Arena (parking lot), 20 Park...

COVID-19 vaccine spring boosters now available for high-risk groups

Whitby, Ontario - Durham Region Health Department is encouraging residents in specific high-risk populations to receive a COVID-19 booster dose this spring.

Due to decreasing immunity and the risk of severe illness from COVID-19, individuals in the following high-risk groups are recommended to get a spring COVID-19 booster dose if it has been at least six months, or 168 days, since their last COVID-19 vaccination or confirmed COVID-19 infection: adults 65 and older; residents of long-term care...