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Durham Vision Zero
Posted on Monday, January 13, 2020 08:00 AM
Durham Region is working with our partners to create safer roads for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers through the Durham Vision Zero Strategic Road Safety Action Plan. Durham Vision Zero will help ensure that our region remains the best place in Ontario to live, work and raise a family.
When a resident suddenly dies on our roadways, it is not just a traffic inconvenience. The community member we lose—the hockey coach, the teacher, the friendly neighbour who shovels your driveway—has needlessly been...
Cancellation of Emergency Alert for Pickering Nuclear Generating Station
Posted on Sunday, January 12, 2020 09:30 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham has been advised by the Provincial Emergency Operations Centre that the Emergency Alert issued this morning regarding the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station was sent in error. There is no danger to the public or the environment.
Please do not call 9-1-1 for updates.
In a large-scale emergency, the Region of Durham and your local municipality share information through their websites, social media channels and through updates to media outlets.
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Health Department celebrates National Non-Smoking Week Jan. 19 to 25
Posted on Friday, January 10, 2020 10:45 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region Health Department will celebrate National Non-Smoking Week, Jan. 19 to 25, by reminding residents that it’s never too late to quit smoking. National Non-Smoking Week has been celebrated across Canada for more than 30 years and is held annually to raise awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco use.
“The new year is often a time when people focus on their health and National Non-Smoking Week is a perfect time for residents to consider improving their health...
Portion of Lakeview Road in Newcastle to be closed for construction
Posted on Thursday, January 09, 2020 09:00 AM
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
Posted on Wednesday, January 08, 2020 09:15 AM
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...
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