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Can you imagine a day without water?
Posted on Thursday, October 17, 2024 09:07 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is taking part in the US Water Alliance worldwide day of education and advocacy to recognize the true value of water and the need for innovative solutions to help solve water-related challenges in communities worldwide.
In recognition of Imagine a Day Without Water, the Region is holding a drawing challenge for Durham residents 18 years of age and under. Draw or paint a picture of what water means to you and your family. Your creation may be...
Oshawa and Brock waste management facilities to be temporarily closed
Posted on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 10:30 AM
Oshawa and Brock waste management facilities (WMF) will be temporarily closed to the public to accommodate the installation of new scales.
Oshawa WMF, located at 1640 Ritson Road North in Oshawa, will be closed from October 19 to 24, reopening on October 25 at 8 a.m. Brock WMF, located at C22480 Brock Sideroad #17 in Brock, will be closed from October 31 to November 4, reopening on November 5 at 8 a.m.
Users are encouraged to delay trips, make alternative arrangements or visit the Scugog WMF,...
New all-way stop at Regional Road 39 at Zephyr Road in Uxbridge
Posted on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 03:01 PM
Whitby, Ontario – In support of Durham Vision Zero and in collaboration with the Township of Uxbridge, The Regional Municipality of Durham is adding a new all-way stop at the intersection of Regional Road 39 and Zephyr Road (Regional Road 13) in the community of Zephyr.
Where: At the intersection of Regional Road 39 and Zephyr Road in Uxbridge.
When: Scheduled to be installed October 16. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.
Why: To improve road safety.
Note: The new all-way...
New 311 Human Services Counter now open at Regional Headquarters
Posted on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 02:16 PM
The new 311 Human Services Counter (formerly the Income & Employment Support Counter) is now operational at Regional Headquarters. The 311 Human Services Counter has moved from the lower level to the first floor and will be managed by the Region of Durham’s Service Durham staff. This is the counter for services related to housing support, children’s services such as fee subsidy, counselling services and Ontario Works.
You can either call 311 or attend our in-person services at the new 311 Human...
Road closure on Ritson Road North in Oshawa
Posted on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 11:33 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of a road closure on Ritson Road North in the City of Oshawa.
When: November 2 to end of day November 3. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.
Where: Ritson Road North (Regional Road 16) between Maine Street and Britannia Avenue East, in Oshawa.
Why: To safely install a sanitary sewer in support of new development.
Note: The Region realizes that the work may be disruptive and will make every effort to...
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