Crime
Oshawa Bank Robbery Suspect Arrested Within Hours, Police Say
Durham Regional Police have arrested a suspect following a bank robbery in Oshawa earlier this month. Police said officers from Central West Division responded to a…
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Police Search for Armed Suspect Following Convenience Store Robbery in Bowmanville
Durham Regional Police are searching for a lone suspect following an armed robbery at a convenience store in Bowmanville on Sunday evening. Police said a man…
Crime
Police Remind Drivers of Impaired Driving Penalties in Effect Since January 1
Durham Regional Police Service (DRPS) is reminding motorists that tougher penalties for impaired driving have been in effect across Ontario since January 1. Under the updated…
Crime
Driver Clocked at 190 km/h on Highway 407 Faces Vehicle Impound and Licence Suspension
A 37-year-old driver from Oshawa is facing serious penalties after being stopped for excessive speeding on Highway 407 in Durham Region. According to the Ontario Provincial…
Crime
Councillor Dismisses Rumours Following Police Incident in Oshawa
An Oshawa city councillor has addressed public speculation following a heavy police presence in the area of Wentworth Street West and Oxford Street late last week.…
News
Ajax Mayor Highlights Housing, Service Improvements and Heritage as 2025 Successes
Housing, streamlining services and celebrating the town’s heritage are the three areas the Ajax mayor is most proud of for the town in 2025. Mayor Shaun…
Crime
Pedestrian Killed in Highway 401 Collision in Township of Cramahe, OPP Say
TOWNSHIP OF CRAMAHE, ONTARIO — A pedestrian has died following a collision on Highway 401 in central Ontario, according to the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). Police…
Crime
Peel Police Investigating Vehicle Fire as Arson in Brampton
BRAMPTON, ONTARIO — Peel Regional Police are investigating a vehicle fire in Brampton that is being treated as a case of arson. Officers were called to…
Crime
Durham Court Cases That Made Headlines This Year
DURHAM REGION, — From violent assaults to high-profile criminal trials and charges against elected officials, several court cases in Durham Region captured public attention throughout 2025. Here…
Food & Drink
Beloved Dessert Café to Close After Three Years in Pickering
PICKERING, ONTARIO — A popular dessert café known for its picture-perfect presentation and pink aesthetic is preparing to close its doors in Pickering after three years…
