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Durham’s first cyclist detection device installed in Whitby

The Works Department is making cycling safer on our roads with Durham’s first cyclist detection device. The device has been installed at the intersection of Bonacord Drive and Cochrane Street in Whitby.

This innovative technology detects when bicycles and other vehicles are present at the intersection, and adjusts traffic signal timing accordingly. When bikes are present, the signal time adjusts to allow the cyclist time to safely cross the intersection. When there are no bikes present, the time is...

Lane restrictions on Simcoe Street North and Conlin Road in Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department advises residents of lane restrictions on Simcoe Street North (Regional Road 2), and Conlin Road, in the City of Oshawa.

When: August 6 to August 30. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where:

• Simcoe Street North: lane restrictions from 200 metres south of Conlin Road to 230 metres north of Conlin Road.
• Conlin Road: lane restrictions from 320 metres west of Simcoe Street North to 300 metres east of...

Hitting the road this long weekend? Plan your route with the help of Durham Region’s free online map tools

Whitby, Ontario – Whether you’re packing up the car for a road trip this long weekend, or simply want to know what’s happening with the construction project on your daily commute—Durham Region has online, interactive tools to keep you informed about traffic issues that may affect your travel.

“Traffic Watch is a useful tool for residents who are looking to find better routes around Durham by avoiding traffic disruptions,” says Ramesh Jagannathan, Director of Transportation and Field Services. “Images...

Road closure on Taunton Road in Pickering

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department advises residents of a weekend road closure on Taunton Road (Regional Road 4), in the City of Pickering.

When: Friday, Aug. 9 at 7 p.m. to Monday, Aug. 12 at 5 a.m. Exact times are approximate. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Taunton Road, from Burkholder Drive to Whites Road North, in Pickering.

Why: Watermain and storm sewer crossing installation to support new development.

Note: Detour signs...

Lane restrictions on Thickson Road North in Whitby

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department advises residents of southbound lane restrictions on Thickson Road North (Regional Road 26), at the Winterberry Drive intersection (just north of Rossland Road), in Whitby.

When: Work is scheduled to begin July 31 and should be complete by November 30. Work will be completed during the daytime only, and lane restrictions will be intermittent as required. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Thickson...