Posted on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 08:30 AM
Clarington Emergency and Fire Services encourages merrymakers to remember some important tips for holiday safety this season. Follow these 12 tips to make your holiday season safer—and more memorable:
Holiday lights. You don't need to be Clark Griswold to shine bright with lights this holiday! Consider using LED lights and hang outdoor lights with nail-free clips. Throw out damaged strings—an electrical fire is a sure bet for a lousy holiday.
Candles and decorations. Fires caused by open flames...
Posted on Friday, December 08, 2023 04:31 PM
During the winter months, warmth and shelter are a matter of life or death for vulnerable populations. This is why the Region of Durham has a Winter Warming Plan which offers spaces for unsheltered residents to stay warm.
For a complete list of warming locations, please visit www.durham.ca/WinterWarming. This winter season, Regional Headquarters at 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby, will serve as a warming location.
Extreme Cold Weather Alerts are issued by Durham Region Health Department when the...
Posted on Friday, December 08, 2023 04:13 PM
Clarington, Ontario – Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement on the Municipality’s first multi-year budget.
“I want to make something very clear: Clarington residents are getting a good deal on their property taxes. Compared to other nearby municipalities, Clarington has provided, and continues to provide, similar services at a significantly lower cost to the taxpayers.
Earlier this week, Clarington’s first four-year budget was adopted. I believe it is important to...
Posted on Thursday, December 07, 2023 03:25 PM
Clarington, Ontario – Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement for the beginning of the celebration of Hanukkah.
“On behalf of Clarington Council, I want to offer you our sincerest wishes of health and happiness this Hanukkah and into the future. May the season bring blessings and peace to all those celebrating in our community.
This evening, Jewish members of our community welcome the beginning of Hanukkah. The Festival of Lights symbolizes the power of hope and...
Posted on Wednesday, December 06, 2023 10:24 AM
Clarington, Ontario – As we mark National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.
“National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women is a day to remember all who have experienced gender-based violence and to mourn those we have lost to it.
Today, we remember the young women killed and injured in the violent act of misogyny that took place on December 6, 1989, at École Polytechnique Montreal. In...
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