Crime
Ajax Man Faces 14 Charges in Home Arson Case
An Ajax man faces 14 additional charges after an unoccupied home was destroyed and neighbouring properties were damaged in an August fire.
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Crime
Two Charged After Loaded Firearm Seized in Whitby
Two Whitby residents face firearm charges after Durham police say officers seized a loaded gun with a prohibited overcapacity magazine.
Health
Bowmanville Hospital Walk Raises More Than $88,000
The inaugural Steps for Care walk drew more than 300 participants and volunteers and raised over $88,000 for Bowmanville Hospital redevelopment.
Crime
Clarington Man Charged After Newcastle Home Damaged
A Clarington man faces arson and mischief charges after police found more than $100,000 in damage and gasoline inside a Newcastle home.
Community
Whitby Lists October 2026 Awareness Days
Whitby has listed six month-long recognitions and seven dated observances for October 2026, including heritage, health and inclusion events.
Business
Oshawa Chamber Names 2026 Business Award Winners
The Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce has named nine 2026 Business Excellence Award recipients, including Biltmore Theatre and Parkwood.
Events
Oshawa Halloween Boo Bash Set for October 17
Downtown Oshawa will host a free Halloween Boo Bash from 1 to 10 p.m. October 17, with family-friendly hours, scare zones and activities.
Community
Clarington Seeks Residents for Five Advisory Bodies
Clarington residents can apply by October 14 for positions on five municipal committees and boards serving through 2030.
Events
Durham IPV Awareness Walk Set for October 3
Nine survivor-service organizations will host Durham Region’s third annual walk against intimate partner violence on October 3.
Education
Ajax Cyber Escape Room Opens for Public Bookings
A new Ajax cyber escape room will offer digital-forensics and cryptography challenges, with bookings opening October 1.
