Community News

Giving Tuesday: Consider donating to the Clarington Animal Shelter

On Giving Tuesday, people are encouraged to give back to their community by volunteering or donating to local causes. This Giving Tuesday, consider donating to Clarington Animal Services to help make the holiday season paw-some for the furry friends in our shelter.

We’re seeking items like toys, pill treats, cushions, collars and more.

View the full holiday wish list.

Donations can be dropped off at the Clarington Animal Shelter during regular business hours: Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m....

Several roads to close for Moonlight Magic and Christmas Market event

The following roads will close on December 1 from 4 to 10 p.m. for Bowmanville’s Moonlight Magic and Christmas Market event: 

• King Street West, between Scugog Street and George Street. 
• Division Street, between 33 Division Street and 11 Division Street. 
• Temperance Street, between King Street West and 11 Temperance Street. 

Note: Temperance Street will close between King Street and Church Street from November 30 at 6 p.m. to December 1 at 4 p.m. to allow for event set-up.

Winter season regulations

As we head into colder months with potential snowfall, we remind residents to follow the Winter Season Regulations.

• No parking is allowed on the street during a snow event at any time of day or night, even with a parking permit.

In order to help us clear the roads more effectively, please assist us by following Clarington's by-law regarding vehicle operation. The by-law is applicable year round.

• Do not park on the road between the hours of 3 and 5 a.m., or for a period of longer than three hours.
• Do...

Clarington Council celebrates reopening of expanded Newcastle Memorial Arena

Clarington, Ontario – After six months of extensive renovations, the Municipality of Clarington celebrated the reopening of the Newcastle Memorial Arena.

On November 25, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster and members of Council held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially reopen the facility. They were joined by Todd McCarthy, MPP for Durham; members of the Newcastle Memorial Arena Board; municipal staff; and members of the public. Following the ceremony, attendees and members of the community were...

Statement from Mayor Adrian Foster calling for peace in the Middle East

Clarington, Ontario – Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement.

“We are thankful for the recent pause in the devastating war in the Middle East and hope this is the first step towards sustainable, lasting peace and understanding in the region. The destruction, hardship, and death among the peoples living there has been unfathomable, and our thoughts and prayers are with all those who are suffering.”