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Metrolinx will present four options to extend GO Service beyond Oshawa to Clarington. Attend the Metrolinx Community Meeting on May 21 or 22

You’re invited to attend a meeting on May 21 or 22 to learn more about the four proposed options that Metrolinx is considering to extend its Lakeshore East GO service beyond Oshawa to Clarington.

Community members are encouraged to participate by attending one of these community meetings, hosted by Metrolinx:

• Tuesday, May 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex in Hall 2 (2440 Highway 2) in Bowmanville;
• Wednesday, May 22 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Civic Recreation Complex in...

Spring cleaning? Donate your reusable items at Reuse Days

Whether you’re spring cleaning, Marie Kondo-ing, or simply looking to clear some space in your garage, Reuse Days are the perfect opportunity to give new life to old items. At Reuse Days, the Works Department partners with local charities to donate good-quality, reusable items—keeping them out of the waste stream.

What kind of items can be donated? Acceptable items include clothing, textiles, furniture, appliances, cabinets, countertops and most other reusable renovation materials. 

Upcoming Reuse...

Recycle your batteries during the week of April 22

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department is reminding residents to place their used or unwanted batteries out for recycling on their collection day during the week of April 22.

When: Spring battery collection occurs the week of April 22 on blue box collection days. Please note the change to Oshawa and Whitby residents’ scheduled blue box collection this week due to the upcoming Easter holidays.

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

Create your own fusion garden

Be sure to order your FREE copy of Fusion Landscaping Guide for Homeowners to prepare for spring.

Fusion landscapes merge the lush splendour of traditional gardens with modern, eco-friendly designs that are affordable, require less work and save water. Create a landscape that serves all the different needs you have for your yard, from entertaining, kid’s play area, a quiet place to read and all your other needs.

Learn how to design your landscape and achieve the beauty and function you desire.

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Detecting costly toilet leaks

The leaks in your home that have the potential to waste the most water are often the most difficult to detect. That’s why it isn’t unusual for a leaking toilet to result in a water bill as high as $1,000!

The most common toilet leak is caused by a worn-out flapper valve. The best way to detect toilet leaks is to order the Works Department’s dye test strips to place in your toilet tank. Once you have put a dye strip in the tank, wait a few minutes. If the dye appears in the toilet bowl, you have a...