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Durham Region seeks input on alternative land need scenarios

Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham has released the Alternative Land Need Scenarios Assessment Summary Report and launched a survey to invite feedback from residents and stakeholders.

The alternative land need scenarios are a component of the Land Needs Assessment (LNA). The LNA is the first part of Durham Region’s Growth Management Study (GMS) under Envision Durham, which is the Municipal Comprehensive Review of the Regional Official Plan. The preparation of a LNA is to quantify the amount of...

Lane restrictions on Taunton Road in the City of Pickering

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on Taunton Road (Regional Road 4) in the City of Pickering.

When: March 14 and continuing through the week until completion. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: The westbound curb lane on Taunton Road (Regional Road 4) at the intersection of Burkholder Drive, in the City of Pickering.

Why: To safely conduct watermain work to support new development. 

Note: Water...

Free virtual event to help seniors deal with anticipatory grief

Whitby, Ontario – Seniors in Durham Region are invited to a free, virtual event to learn about anticipatory grief.

Anticipatory grief occurs before death. It is common among people facing the eventual death of a loved one, or their own death. Learn about how to cope with this kind of grief, as well as services that are available to help you through your grief journey.

When: Wednesday, March 16 from 10 to 11 a.m.

Where: This is a virtual event. Register online at durham.ca/LearningSeries.

Who: This event...

Reduced speed limit on Saintfield Road (Regional Road 6) to facilitate road maintenance

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents and motorists of the reduced speed limit from the existing 80 km/h to 60 km/h on Saintfield Road (Regional Road 6) from Provincial Highway 12 to Simcoe Street (Regional Road 2) in the Township of Scugog.

When: Reduced speed limit is currently in effect until May 31.

Where: Saintfield Road (Regional Road 6) from Provincial Highway 12 to Simcoe Street (Regional Road 2) in the Township of Scugog.

Why: To safely facilitate road...

March 8, COVID-19 vaccination clinic at Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex closed

Due to a power outage, Durham Region Health Department's COVID-19 vaccination clinic located at Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex, 2440 Durham Regional Highway 2, Bowmanville will be closed on March 8. Clients with appointments are being contacted and their appointments will be re-booked.