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Drivers: slow down and drive safely in construction zones

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region’s Works Department is reminding drivers to slow down and proceed with caution through construction zones or areas where workers are present.

“We know—traffic delays due to construction can be frustrating! But construction is necessary for a growing municipality like Durham Region. Lane restrictions and road closures are required to complete work safely and efficiently,” said Ramesh Jagannathan, Director of Transportation and Field Services for Durham Region. “In order...

Lane restrictions on Champlain Avenue in Whitby

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department advises residents of lane restrictions on Champlain Avenue (Regional Road 25) in the Town of Whitby.

When: July 29 to Aug. 9. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Eastbound and westbound on Champlain Avenue, from 430 metres east of Thickson Road South (Regional Road 26) to 630 metres east of Thickson Road South in Whitby.

Why: To construct a new entrance to support new development.

Note: The Region...

Durham Region Health Department reminds residents about important summer water safety guidelines

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region Health Department is encouraging residents to remember important water safety tips when enjoying a swim in pools, lakes and rivers this summer.

According to Parachute Canada, drowning is the third highest cause of accidental death in Canada and the second highest cause of preventable death for children 10 and younger. All children are at risk for drowning, but children under five-years old are especially vulnerable as they don’t understand the potential dangers...

Reuse Day: July 20 in Whitby

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region’s Works Department is encouraging residents to drop off reusable items, free of charge, at the upcoming Reuse Day event. Items will be donated to Habitat for Humanity ReStores (Ajax, Oshawa and Uxbridge locations), Diabetes Canada and the Salvation Army Thrift Store.

When: July 20, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Reuse Days continue monthly until October at rotating locations in Durham Region.

Where: Durham Region Waste Management Centre, 4600 Garrard Road, Whitby.

Why: Reuse Days...

Watch your speed: radar feedback signs are coming to your community

Whitby, Ontario – In support of Durham Vision Zero, the Region of Durham has launched a speed radar feedback sign (RFB) program on Regional roads to improve driver awareness of speed limits and reduce aggressive driving.

The signs will be installed in locations rotating throughout the Region such as hamlets, school zones, community safety zones and other locations where the signs have been pre-determined to have the greatest benefit based on several factors, including speeding patterns, collision...