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Lane restrictions at Liberty Street and Taunton Road in Clarington

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions at the intersection of Liberty Street and Taunton Road in the Municipality of Clarington.

When: April 19 to May 21. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Liberty Street (Regional Road 14) and Taunton Road (Regional Road 4) in the Municipality of Clarington.

Why: Lane restrictions will be in place to safely complete road rehabilitation.

Note: The Region realizes that the...

Keeping us all safe during the COVID-19 pandemic

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham and the Durham Regional Police Service would like to remind everyone of the importance of following public health protocols during this third wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. Residents are encouraged to follow all public health guidance, such as wearing a mask; practising physical distancing of at least six feet; and other important health measures.

With Ontario currently under a stay-at-home order, trips outside of residences should be reserved...

Inclusive Community Grant aims to improve quality of life for seniors and people with disabilities

Whitby, Ontario – Today, The Regional Municipality of Durham and local Members of Provincial Parliament (MPPs) are pleased to announce up to $60,000 in provincial funding to help improve the quality of life for seniors and people with disabilities through the Durham Enhanced Technology and Virtual Learning Series.

Through a proposed, two-part initiative—involving virtual learning and increased access to public transit—the Region and its local community partners aim to: improve access to safe, affordable...

Recycle your batteries during the week of April 19 to 23

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is reminding residents to place their used or unwanted household batteries out for recycling on their collection day during the week of April 19.

When: Spring battery collection occurs the week of April 19 on blue box collection days.

Where: Households across Durham Region who currently receive curbside collection services.

Why: To coincide with Earth Day on April 22 and the annual Earth Week celebrations. Batteries are not garbage – up to 92...

Statement from The Regional Municipality of Durham

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham recently became aware of a cybersecurity incident that occurred with a third-party software provider, which impacted the region.

We have contacted the relevant authorities and regulators. Our IT teams, working with the service provider, took immediate steps to secure our systems. The incident did not impact the Region’s core IT systems.

Our experts are now investigating the matter to determine the information that may be involved and the...