Clarington councillor arrested, released, to appear in court

Peterborough Police Service yesterday announced that it has laid charges against Clarington Local Ward 3 Councillor…

Oshawa, Bowmanville offer free parking downtown

Supporting small and family-owned businesses in downtown Oshawa and Bowmanville is easy to do this holiday…

Durham Region explains its 6.5% tax guideline for 2026

The Region of Durham has clarified that its guideline of 6.5 per cent tax increase for…

Brock residents may see a 4.87% rise in overall 2026 tax

The Township of Brock, under strong mayor powers, has proposed a 3.98 per cent rise in…

Clarington to introduce hotel-motel tax on guests

Clarington Council has directed its economic development staff to take steps to introduce a Municipal Accommodation…

Will Durham taxes be debated or will they be deemed passed

Six Durham municipalities have announced their proposed budgets for 2026 so far this year (see below),…

Clarington announces new civic recognition program

Clarington Council has approved the creation of a new Civic Recognition Awards Program, combining the former…

Why councillor’s budget motion did not meet deadline

The Municipality of Clarington yesterday clarified to Durham Post that a councillor’s notification to include her…

New KFC coming to west Bowmanville, No Frills approved

Clarington Council has approved three new developments, including the proposed No Frills supermarket and a new…

Councillor fears her motion to cut 2026 tax won’t be heard

A councillor fears that her proposed motion to cut the proposed 2026 tax levy by a…