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Crossrides allow cyclists to cross the street without dismounting
Posted on Monday, May 05, 2025 09:10 AM
As part of Durham Vision Zero, crossrides have been installed along multi-use path routes at intersections throughout the region.
A crossride is a dedicated space at an intersection where cyclists can legally ride their bicycle through the intersection without dismounting. Crossrides are identified by unique pavement markings and may be located beside a pedestrian crosswalk or on its own. Crossrides can be combined with a crosswalk to save space, which is called a mixed crossride.
At signalized...
Upcoming eastbound lane closure on Winchester Road in Whitby
Posted on Thursday, May 01, 2025 04:06 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of a lane closure on Winchester Road in the Town of Whitby.
Where: The eastbound lane of Winchester Road will be closed, from Durham Street/Chelmsford Drive to east of Watford Street/Anderson Street, in Whitby.
When: May 5 until late summer 2025. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.
Why: To safely rehabilitate and widen Winchester Road. The lane closure will help increase safety for road users,...
Emergency Preparedness Week is May 4 to 10 – Ask yourself: How prepared are you?
Posted on Thursday, May 01, 2025 03:25 PM
Whitby, Ontario – This Emergency Preparedness Week (May 4 to 10), Durham Region is reminding you that emergencies can happen at any time—but a little planning can make a big difference. Emergency Preparedness Week is an opportunity for residents to take small, manageable steps now, so they’re ready when it counts.
Throughout the week, the Region will be sharing practical tips and reminders to help households across Durham build resilience—whether it’s updating an emergency kit, backing up...
KI pills available for all area residents and businesses near nuclear generating stations
Posted on Thursday, May 01, 2025 01:57 PM
Whitby, Ontario – May 4 to 10 is Emergency Preparedness Week and Durham Region Health Department is reminding all residents and businesses within 10 kilometres of the Pickering or Darlington nuclear generating stations to have a supply of potassium iodide (KI) pills on hand as a preparedness measure. This recommendation is also aimed at pregnant and breastfeeding individuals, as well as parents of infants, children and adolescents as KI is both safe and most effective for these groups.
KI is a...
Business Count is back: Join online and in-person this spring and summer
Posted on Thursday, May 01, 2025 11:13 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is gathering employment statistics and data to help build a stronger local economy. Businesses within the Region can count on receiving a knock on their door this spring/summer.
Between May and August, the Region’s Business Count team, recognizable by their navy blue Region of Durham shirts and photo ID cards, is scheduled to visit all businesses in Durham. The team gathers basic information about the type of organization, number of employees, plans for...
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