Arts & Culture
Ajax Forensic Artist Says Human Skill Still Matters in AI Era
Ajax forensic artist Diana Trepkov says AI cannot replace the interviews, judgment and compassion involved in hand-drawn cold-case work.
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Events
Clarington Candidate Forum Set for October 5 in Tyrone
A Clarington all-candidates meet-and-greet in Tyrone will feature mayoral and wards 2 and 3 candidates on October 5.
Business
Bowmanville’s First No Frills Opens With 80-Plus Jobs
Bowmanville’s first No Frills has opened at 95 Baseline Road West, creating more than 80 jobs and supporting the local hospital foundation.
Events
Oshawa Community Safety Day Set for October 3
Oshawa Fire Station 5 will host a free Community Safety Day October 3 with emergency vehicles and live rescue and rappelling demonstrations.
Business
Durham Workers Say Minimum Wage Increase Falls Short
Ontario minimum wage rose to $17.95 on October 1, but Durham workers interviewed in Whitby say basic costs still make it difficult to get ahead.
Education
DCDSB Declares Vacant Oshawa School Site Surplus
The Durham Catholic District School Board has declared the former Father Joseph Venini school property at 120 Glovers Road surplus.
Education
Clarington School Construction Delayed to Spring 2027
Construction of the Foster Northwest K-12 school serving Newcastle has been pushed to spring 2027, prompting concerns from local parents.
Transportation
Durham Highway Closures Continue Into October 2
Nightly and continuous lane and ramp closures remain scheduled on Highways 401, 407, 412, 7/12, 7A and 35/115 across Durham.
Politics
Pickering Consultation Agreement Signed With MSIFN
Pickering and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation signed an interim framework for consultation on Northeast Pickering planning.
Crime
Police Seek Pair in Durham LCBO Theft Investigation
Durham police are seeking a man and woman after high-end alcohol was stolen from several LCBO stores between August 5 and 8.
