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Recycle your batteries during the week of November 2
Posted on Wednesday, October 21, 2020 09:13 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is reminding residents to place their used or unwanted household batteries out for recycling on their collection day, during the week of November 2.
When: Fall battery collection occurs the week of November 2 on blue box collection days.
Where: Households across Durham Region who currently receive curbside collection services.
Why: The upcoming Daylight Savings Time change on November 1 coincides with local fire departments’ reminder for residents...
Durham Region celebrates Waste Reduction Week October 19 to 25
Posted on Tuesday, October 20, 2020 02:18 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is celebrating Waste Reduction Week (WRW) from October 19 to 25 with different themes each day that emphasizes the daily actions residents can take to reduce waste and help our environment. WRW also celebrates Durham Region’s year-round programs highlighting environmental efforts and achievements while also encouraging innovative new ideas and solutions.
The themes for each day of the week are as follows: Monday focuses on circular economies;...
Chair Henry reflects on the importance of small businesses in Durham Region
Posted on Monday, October 19, 2020 04:16 PM
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, in acknowledgement of Small Business Week:
“In Durham Region, our business community has a proven reputation of solving big business problems through innovation and resilience. They are key drivers of our local economy. They have helped to shape the heart and soul of our community.
Since the beginning of the pandemic last spring, COVID-19...
Lane restrictions on Harmony Road North in Oshawa
Posted on Monday, October 19, 2020 03:38 PM
Oshawa, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of lane restrictions on Harmony Road North (Regional Road 33) in the City of Oshawa.
When: October 19 until September 2021. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.
Where: Harmony Road North (Regional Road 33) from Coldstream Drive to Conlin Road in Oshawa.
Why: Road widening and installation of new watermains to support growth and expansion in north Oshawa.
Note: Businesses in the area will...
Exchange broken blue boxes and green bins at three Durham Region events
Posted on Thursday, October 15, 2020 04:34 PM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham is partnering with the City of Oshawa, Town of Whitby, City of Pickering, Town of Ajax and the Township of Scugog to offer free exchanges of damaged blue boxes and green bins at three physically distanced events.
When and Where:
Saturday, October 17, 2020
9 a.m. to 1 p.m., or while supplies last
Region of Durham Headquarters
605 Rossland Road East, Whitby
North parking lot
Saturday, October 24, 2020
9 a.m. to 1 p.m., or while supplies last
Chestnut...
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