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Cork & Bean apologizes to customer over racial 'incident"
2+ hour, 39+ min ago (404+ words) A recent incident occurred at a Cork & Bean in Oshawa. The establishment describes itself as a modern-rustic hangout for espresso and light bites, plus local wine, craft beer & choice liquors. The establishment released a social media statement on March 24 about…...
Whitby councillor harassed after leaving town meeting
3+ hour, 27+ min ago (524+ words) Witnesses to the "concerning incident" at Whitby council said Councillor Victoria Bozinovski was made to feel "extremely uncomfortable" while leaving the building to go home. "No one should have had to go through what Councillor Victoria Bozinovski had to. She…...
Prioritize new hospital in Ontario March 26 budget: Whitby
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (227+ words) The Town of Whitby is calling upon the provincial government to prioritize the new hospital in the upcoming budget to be presented by Peter Bethlenfalvy, Finance Minister and Pickering-Uxbridge MPP on March 26. "Ensuring access to quality healthcare services and infrastructure,…...
Scugog moves forward with Phase 2 of Fairgrounds project
1+ day, 7+ hour ago (260+ words) The Township of Scugog Council has voted to proceed with Phase 2 consultation after reviewing the findings of Phase 1 in which more than 1,000 people responded. Meanwhile, as of last night, a longer-running community petition by activists to Protect Port Perry Fairgrounds…...
Brock to get $574,000 from province for ice storm recovery
1+ day, 7+ hour ago (192+ words) The Township of Brock has announced approval of funding of up to $574,000 in financial support from the provincial government, reimbursing the municipality for expenses incurred during the cleanup and emergency response efforts following the severe March 28, 2025 ice storm. Laurie Scott,…...
The new standard of workplace hygiene in the Greater Toronto Area
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (756+ words) As more people return to shared workspaces and hybrid schedules continue to evolve, the standards for workplace hygiene have risen accordingly. Not long ago, office cleaning was often viewed as something that happened after hours, largely unnoticed unless something went…...
New lighting next week at Bowmanville leash-free dog park
4+ day, 7+ hour ago (134+ words) News about Durham, ON " just a click away! Great news for Bowmanville's four-legged friends and their humans! Beginning Monday, March 23, crews will install brand-new overhead lighting at the Bowmanville Leash-Free Dog Park. Once complete, the park will be brighter, safer,…...
Dates when you can get help on benefits, supports and ID
4+ day, 2+ hour ago (101+ words) News about Durham, ON " just a click away! Durham residents living with low income are encouraged to visit an ID and Benefits Access Hub this spring for help accessing a variety of government supports and services that can help. ID…...
Finding hope and safe medical detox options with freedom from addiction
5+ day, 2+ hour ago (111+ words) News about Durham, ON " just a click away! Freedom From Addiction demystifies the first step of recovery by guiding clients through a clear, structured, and supportive detox journey. The process is designed to be as comfortable and effective as possible,…...
Durham named 2025 Intelligent Community of the Year
1+ week, 1+ day ago (144+ words) News about Durham, ON " just a click away! Durham Region has been named 2025 Intelligent Community of the Year by the Intelligent Community Forum (ICF), a recognition of innovation, workforce development and commitment to inclusion. A region statement said Durham rose…...