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Portion of Lakeview Road in Newcastle to be closed for construction

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department is advising Newcastle residents that the west intersection of Lakeview Road and Sunset Boulevard will be closed beginning next week.

When: The road will close January 13. Work is expected to be complete the week of April 6. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: The west intersection of Lakeview Road and Sunset Boulevard in Newcastle (Municipality of Clarington). Access along Sunset Boulevard will...

Have your say on the future of broadband access in Durham

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham recognizes the importance of broadband access as a necessity for every household and business. That’s why we have launched separate broadband surveys—targeted to Durham residents (with additional questions for farms) and businesses—to gather feedback and improve broadband access across the region.

Why: The Region of Durham launched a Broadband Strategy, Durham Region Strategy – Connecting our Communities, to bring the region up to speed with some of the best-connected...

Watermain break causes restricted road access in Ajax

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department advises residents of restricted road access to Old Kingston Road at the intersection of Kingston Road (Regional Highway 2), in the Town of Ajax due to a watermain break.

When: Road access is closed until repairs are complete.

Where: Access to Old Kingston Road is closed at the intersection of Kingston Road in Ajax.

Why: To repair a broken watermain.

Note: Residents and businesses in the immediate area may experience a water service...

Concession Road 7 in Uxbridge to be closed for two weeks

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department advises residents that Concession Road 7 (Regional Road 1) in Uxbridge will be closed north of Sandford Road January 8 to 22.

When: January 8 to 22. Unfavorable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Concession Road 7, from Sandford Road to 400 metres north of Sandford Road, in the Township of Uxbridge

Why: To safely and efficiently replace a culvert.  

Note: The Region realizes that the work is disruptive...

Planning strong waste management for the future

Durham Region’s population is projected to increase from 645,000 to 1.2 million by 2041! Durham Region is an exciting place to be—across the 2,500 square kilometres and eight distinct municipalities that make up our region, you’ll find small towns and big cities, suburbs and high rises, family farms and condos, creeks and waterfront vistas. It’s a mix you won’t find anywhere else.

This great quality of life is supported by strong services provided by your Regional government. To ensure that our services...