The Town of Whitby will soon have a permanent place to honour courage, sacrifice, and service,…
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Drone helps save suspect at risk of freezing [see video]
It may be technology that helps save lives, but it is primarily the people behind the…
Ajax shoreline erosion project construction works start
The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) has announced commencement of works at the Town of…
Clarington announces new civic recognition program
Clarington Council has approved the creation of a new Civic Recognition Awards Program, combining the former…
Last act of giving by Maple Grove church – donates $580,000
The 150+ year old Maple Grove United Church may be no more, but its legacy will…
Off-duty firefighters rescue boaters after impaired crash
A 36-year-old Whitby man is facing impaired driving charges after a boat crash Monday evening that…
Oshawa’s Aristote Kavungu wins Prix Trillium for French novel
The winners of the 2025 Trillium Book Awards—Ontario’s most prestigious literary prizes for English and French-language…
Lisa Weiss named Community Legend for 55 years of service
The City of Oshawa has announced Lisa Weiss as the 2025 recipient of its Community Legend…
Firefighters save dog from freezing fast-flowing creek
According to a social media post from the City of Pickering, its fire services saved a…
Brock residents, including former mayor, awarded medals
Six Brock residents have been awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medals in recognition of their…