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Annual roadway line painting operations begin
Posted on Wednesday, June 05, 2024 02:38 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham would like to advise residents that roadway line painting is starting. Drivers are asked to exercise caution when approaching these vehicles. Before heading out on the road, residents can follow line painting operations in real time using live traffic and navigation apps.
When: Operations are taking place primarily on weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., with occasional weekend and nighttime operations, from June to November.
Where: The Region is...
Works facilities participate in Doors Open to celebrate Durham Region’s 50th anniversary
Posted on Tuesday, June 04, 2024 11:09 AM
Durham Region residents are invited to celebrate the Region’s 50th anniversary by attending our free, in-person family fun events on Saturday, June 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (rain or shine).
Free events are being held at select Regional facilities:
- Duffin Creek Water Pollution Control Plant (901 McKay Road, Pickering)
- Durham York Energy Centre (1835 Energy Drive, Courtice)
- Regional Headquarters (605 Rossland Road East, Whitby)
- Scugog Depot (10 Goodwood Road, Port Perry)
The Doors Open event is part...
Join the Bike Month Celebrations in Durham Region!
Posted on Friday, May 31, 2024 03:06 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham, in partnership with area municipalities and community partners, invites residents to celebrate Bike Month this June by taking part in a series of fun and educational cycling activities throughout the region. From June 1 to 30, residents are encouraged to explore Durham’s unique landscapes and scenic trails while practising safe cycling.
Where: Visit durham.ca/BikeMonth to register for a series of interactive and fun local activities including the Bike Month...
Durham Region to proceed with design and construction of the Beaver River Bridge
Posted on Friday, May 31, 2024 01:56 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, with the support of the Township of Brock and on behalf of the Ontario Ministry of Transportation, will be temporarily replacing the Beaver River Bridge until a permanent replacement can be constructed.
The Beaver River Bridge connects Regional Road 15 over the Beaver River, in the Township of Brock. The bridge has been closed since November 16, 2023. The Ontario Ministry of Transportation will fund the project, and Regional Council has...
Region of Durham celebrates Pride Month
Posted on Friday, May 31, 2024 10:14 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The following statement is being issued on behalf of John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer for The Regional Municipality of Durham:
“Tomorrow (June 1) marks the beginning of Pride season in Canada. Here in Durham Region, we are proud to recognize Pride Month; to champion equity and celebrate the ongoing and positive contributions of Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex (2SLGBTQI+) communities.
Safe and inclusive communities are...
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