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Durham Region residents encouraged to drive with caution this winter
Posted on Thursday, December 05, 2019 11:45 AM
Whitby, Ontario – In support of Durham Vision Zero, the Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department would like to remind residents to drive with care when facing winter driving conditions.
“The recent snowfall and cold winter conditions can make driving quite challenging,” says Eric Lamain, Manager of Maintenance Operations. “Using preventative techniques and traditional snow-clearing methods, our winter maintenance crews work hard to ensure all Regional roads are safe during winter events.”
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New east-west connector road, Stellar Drive, opens in Whitby
Posted on Wednesday, December 04, 2019 03:15 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department is announcing the completion of a new east-west connector road, Stellar Drive (Regional Road 25)—which runs between Thickson Road and Thornton Road South (just north of Champlain Avenue) in Whitby.
“I’m pleased to announce that Stellar Drive is now open to the public, creating another east-west connection option for south Whitby and Oshawa,” says Susan Siopis, Commissioner of Works. “We’d like to thank local residents and businesses...
Durham Region is working to address climate changes
Posted on Tuesday, December 03, 2019 03:00 AM
Whitby, Ontario –Durham Region has been making important strides towards addressing climate change risks and opportunities.
“Municipalities have a critical role to play when it comes to climate change mitigation and adaptation. We are on the front lines of climate change impacts, which in Durham Region have included the recent flooding in some of our lakeside communities,” said John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer. “As a leader in the community, the Region is taking steps within...
Welcoming diversity in Durham
Posted on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 04:45 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.
“Durham Region is more vibrant, more diverse and growing faster than just about any place in Ontario. We are proud that our residents speak almost every language and represent almost every culture.
This diversity has brought insight, innovation and various traditions to our doorstep. That’s why, together, we have worked hard to ensure...
Durham Region considers opportunities for transit-oriented growth
Posted on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 03:15 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Regional Council is putting a plan in place; one that will allow new transit-oriented development to blossom in our region.
“New transit stations offer transformational opportunities for communities, via economic development, revitalization and their positive impact on real estate,” said John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer. “Before us is a strategic opportunity to review and develop policies around future and existing major transit station areas, to enhance...
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