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Clarington celebrates opening of Newcastle Community Park

Clarington, Ontario – More than a thousand residents joined Mayor Adrian Foster and members of Council on June 1 to celebrate the official opening of Newcastle Community Park, located on the west side of the Diane Hamre Recreation Complex. The $3.5 million community park features a tournament-grade hardball diamond, new tennis and pickleball courts, a skateboard park, paved walkways and a shade structure alongside the existing Newcastle Dog Park.

Following a ribbon-cutting and celebratory first...

Statement from Mayor Adrian Foster on Pride Month

Clarington, Ontario – As we mark Pride Month, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“Pride Month is a time to celebrate our 2SLGBTQIA+ community. We reflect on the many ways that gay, bisexual, and transgender residents have pushed for progress, and made our community a better place.

We have a lot to be proud of this month. Clarington is a welcoming and inclusive community where diversity is embraced and celebrated. We recognize the importance of creating a culture of...

Orono Arena undergoing $3M renovation to extend its lifespan another 15 years

The Orono Arena is getting some upgrades this summer! Construction is underway to complete necessary upgrades that will extend the arena’s lifespan by another 15 years. The $3M renovation project includes replacing the refrigerated floor under the ice pad, upgrading the changing rooms and shower areas, and replacing the rubber flooring throughout the arena. The ice pad will also see new rink boards and a heated penalty box.

The arena is expected to reopen in September. The upstairs multi-purpose...

Clarington meets target for new housing starts, denied Provincial funding

Clarington, Ontario – As municipalities across Ontario are being rewarded with funding for achieving their housing targets, Clarington has been denied its share.

Clarington achieved 955 new housing unit starts in 2023, exceeding the target of 953 set by the Province of Ontario and making the Municipality eligible for about $4 million from the Provincial Building Faster Fund. However, the Province of Ontario claims that Clarington only achieved 506 unit starts—or 53 per cent of its target—making...

Statement from Mayor Foster on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia

Clarington, Ontario – As we mark International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“Today in Clarington, we renew our commitment to foster a culture of inclusion and respect for all people, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity and expression.

Far too many 2SLGBTQIA+ people still face discrimination, and we stand with them in their fight for equality and justice. We condemn any form of discrimination...