The Oshawa Express

09/24/2021

Cleaning up the community

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In response to the City of Oshawa, supported by the Mayor’s Task Force on Community Safety, Security and Well-Being, calling on the Oshawa community to help make cleaner neighbourhoods, parks, trails and green spaces across the city, the Rotary Club of Oshawa-Parkwood got together with students, p...

09/13/2021

Conservative leader Erin O’Toole was in Whitby Saturday to talk about his recovery plan, noting the single most important issue facing Canadian families is the cost of living.

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By Courtney Bachar Conservative leader Erin O’Toole says it’s time to get Canada back on track. O’Toole was in Whitby Saturday to talk about his recovery plan, noting the single most important issue facing Canadian families is the cost of living. “Like many families, I’m worried about the ...

09/10/2021

A 25-year-old man suffered serious injuries after a shooting in Oshawa on Thursday.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/shooting-in-oshawa/

A 25-year-old man suffered serious injuries after a shooting in Oshawa. Officers responded to a shooting at the intersection of Ritson Road North and Bond Street East on Thursday, Sept. 9, around 11:50 a.m. Officers arrived on scene and located the victim suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim wa...

09/08/2021

Community members are invited to the Annual Corn Roast Day at the North Oshawa Farmers’ Market on Saturday, Sept. 11.

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Community members are invited to the Annual Corn Roast Day at the North Oshawa Farmers’ Market. The corn roast will take place in the south parking lot of the Delpark Homes Community Centre on Saturday, Sept. 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fresh corn on the cob will be roasting on site. All donations g...

09/02/2021

The Region of Durham says residents should be cautious as new water treatment sales tactics are being used in Durham.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/water-treatment-scams-circulating-across-durham/

The Region of Durham says residents should be cautious as new water treatment sales tactics are being used in Durham. The region says concerned residents have recently inquired about phone calls from salespersons who want access to their home to test the water or inspect the water service. In the pa...

09/01/2021

Oshawa firefighters are bringing out their boots again this year for the annual Boot Toll, taking place this Friday, Sept. 3 at the Oshawa Centre.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/the-oshawa-firefighters-annual-boot-toll-is-back/

(Photo supplied) Oshawa firefighters are bringing out their boots again this year for the annual Boot Toll. Members of the Oshawa Professional Firefighters Association will be out in the community on Friday, Sept. 3 in support of Muscular Dystrophy Canada (MDC) and other local charities. Firefighter...

08/31/2021

The Denise House is partnering up with Durham CAS.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/the-denise-house-partnering-up-with-durham-cas/

Durham CAS building. After 14 years at the current location on Airport Boulevard in Oshawa, Durham Children’s Aid Society (CAS) has started a new phase. Durham CAS is now welcoming partners to share the building space and enhance community service provision to support children, youth and families ...

08/31/2021

The City of Oshawa says it is considering a workplace vaccination policy to help protect against COVID-19.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/city-looking-into-workplace-vaccination-policy/

The City of Oshawa says it is “carefully considering” a workplace vaccination policy to help protect against COVID-19. Oshawa Mayor Dan Carter says city staff members are working with its municipal partners in Durham Region to explore options in implementing a consistent approach to workplace va...

08/28/2021

A heat warning has been issued for Durham Region this weekend.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/heat-warning-issued-for-durham-this-weekend/

A heat warning has been issued for Durham Region this weekend. The heat event is expected for Saturday, Aug. 28 through Sunday, Aug. 29, and possibly into Monday, according to Environment and Climate Change Canada. The city’s cooling centres will operate during the duration of the heat alert at Ci...

08/27/2021

Lakeridge Health is looking for input from the Durham community on naming the new long-term care home in Ajax.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/lakeridge-launches-naming-survey-for-new-long-term-care-home/

Lakeridge Health is looking for input on naming the new long-term care home in Ajax. The province announced a collaborative partnership with Lakeridge Health last summer to build a new, modern long-term care home on the site of the Ajax Pickering Hospital using an accelerated build process. The buil...

08/24/2021

Durham police are investigating an Oshawa home invasion.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/home-invasion-in-oshawa-2/

Durham police are investigating an Oshawa home invasion. At approximately 6:35 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 23, officers responded to a residence in the area of Thornton Road North and Conlin Road. Police say three suspects entered the home, one was brandishing a handgun and another held a hammer. One of th...

08/24/2021

With plans moving forward to redevelop Kingside Park, community members are invited to learn more about the proposed redevelopment and provide input on the concept plans.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/community-input-needed-on-kingside-park-redevelopment/

(Photo courtesy City of Oshawa) With plans moving forward to redevelop Kingside Park, community members are invited to learn more about the proposed redevelopment and provide input on the concept plans. Kingside Park currently features a sports field, tennis courts, a small playground, and a parking...

08/24/2021

Oshawa residents are invited to provide input on the concept design for Gold Point Wildlife Reserve.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/design-underway-for-gold-point-wildlife-reserve/

(Photo courtesy City of Oshawa) Oshawa residents are invited to provide input on the concept design for Gold Point Wildlife Reserve. The reserve, which is located at the southwest corner of Stevenson Road South and Phillip Murray Avenue, is being designed as a passive recreational destination to res...

08/24/2021

An Extended Heat Alert has been issued for Durham Region and is expected to last until Wednesday, Aug. 25.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/extended-heat-alert-for-durham-region/

An Extended Heat Alert has been issued for Durham Region. According to Environment and Climate Change Canada, the heat event is expected to last until Wednesday, Aug. 25. The city offers several options to stay cool during a declared heat event. Cooling centres will operate for the duration of the h...

08/24/2021

Oshawa Mayor Dan Carter and Regional Chair John Henry address concerns in downtown Oshawa.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/city-region-calling-on-province-feds-for-help-in-downtown-oshawa/

Oshawa Mayor Dan Carter and Regional Chair John Henry are addressing concerns in downtown Oshawa. Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, they say many cities and towns have witnessed an increase of mental health challenges, addictions and housing needs among residents, while local businesses also face additi...

08/24/2021

Durham Regional Police have launched a new automated text to any cell phone subscriber that accidentally dials 9-1-1.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/durham-police-launch-automated-text-for-disconnected-9-1-1-calls/

Durham Regional Police have launched a new automated text to any cell phone subscriber that accidentally dials 9-1-1. Durham police say each year, the DRPS Communications/9-1-1 receives thousands of calls that disconnect before any voice contact is made. Some of the reasons for these calls range fro...

08/23/2021

Durham Region Transit will be introducing service changes, including an overnight service, and a new regional route, beginning Sept. 7, 2021.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/drt-introducing-overnight-service-new-regional-route/

Durham Region Transit (DRT) will be introducing service changes, including an overnight service, and a new regional route, beginning Sept. 7, 2021. The service enhancements include, for the first time, an overnight network in Durham. Route N1 Blue Night service will connect Harmony Terminal in Oshaw...

08/23/2021

Durham Region Health Department is updating eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine to include third doses for some high-risk individuals.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/third-doses-of-covid-19-vaccine-available-for-some-people/

Durham Region Health Department is updating eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine to include third doses for at-risk individuals. Further, eligibility is being expanded to include all youth born in 2009, which allows youth that are turning 12 later in 2021 earlier opportunities to be vaccinated. The....

08/19/2021

The Honouring the Children Orange Ribbon Ceremony was recently held at Oshawa City Hall to pay homage the Indigenous children who had to endure the residential schools in Canada.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/honouring-the-children-at-oshawa-city-hall/

(Photo courtesy City of Oshawa) The Honouring the Children Orange Ribbon Ceremony was recently held at Oshawa City Hall to pay homage the Indigenous children who had to endure the residential schools in Canada. The event included a blessing and smudging ceremony by Dr. Shirley Williams, Elder and re...

08/18/2021

Durham police are seeking the public's assistance in identifying a suspect who fled from an arson in Oshawa.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/arson-suspect-wanted/

Durham police are seeking the public assistance in identifying a suspect who fled from an arson in Oshawa. Officers responded to a tattoo store on Wilson Road South on Wednesday, Aug. 18 around 2:40 a.m., after a fire was observed by a passerby. Police arrived to find a smashed front door and fire i...

08/18/2021

The City of Oshawa is calling on volunteers to help make cleaner neighborhood parks, trails and green spaces across the city, including the downtown core.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/cleaning-up-the-community/

08/17/2021

Habitat for Humanity GTA has begun construction on a new townhouse project in Oshawa that will bring 50 affordable housing units to the community.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/community-will-serve-local-families/

Habitat for Humanity GTA has begun construction on a new townhouse project in Oshawa that will bring 50 affordable housing units to the community. Construction started this summer on the 50-home Habitat community, located at 485 Normandy Street, near Dean Avenue. Families are currently being matched...

08/17/2021

Province rolls out school vaccination program.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/province-rolls-out-school-vaccination-program/

More than 69 per cent of youth aged 12 to 17 have received a first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, and 56 per cent have received a second dose, according to the province. In Durham, 78.3 per cent of those aged 12 to 17 have received at least one dose, and 66.8 per cent are fully vaccinated. In order t...

08/16/2021

Oshawa resident Fredrick Hines is now $1 million richer thanks to a winning ticket for a Maxmillions prize.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/oshawa-resident-dreams-big-with-big-win/

Oshawa resident Fredrick Hines is now $1 million richer thanks to a winning ticket for a Maxmillions prize. Hines, a recent retiree, says he played the lottery weekly. “I won this on a $2 ticket,” he says. The father and grandfather says he laughed in disbelief when he discovered his big win. .....

08/16/2021

Oshawa Animal Services has reopened with a brand new space.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/oshawa-animal-services-gets-a-facelift/

Oshawa Animal Services has reopened with a brand new space. Members of Oshawa City Council were on hand recently to celebrate the reopening, which included small group tours of the newly renovated facility. Located at 919 Farewell St., the 16,500 square-foot facility has recently seen the addition o...

08/16/2021

Durham police continue to seek the suspect in the July 22 robbery of a TD Canada Trust on Ritson Road North in Oshawa.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/police-seeking-bank-robbery-suspect/

(Photo courtesy DRPS) Durham police continue to seek the suspect in the July 22 robbery of a TD Canada Trust on Ritson Road North in Oshawa. Police say a lone male had entered the branch and demanded money from the teller around 5:46 p.m. He fled without any cash. Police have released an image of th...

08/16/2021

Canadians are heading to the polls in September.

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By Courtney Bachar/The Oshawa Express Canadians are heading to the polls in September. Conservative Party Leader Erin O’Toole says this election is not about next week, next month or next year, but rather it’s about the next four years. “It’s about who will deliver the economic recovery Cana...

08/14/2021

Come on down to the Regent Theatre in downtown Oshawa for some live outdoor entertainment. It's a free event with live performers all evening.

08/13/2021

The Troubadour Series is bringing live entertainment to downtown.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/troubadour-series-brings-back-live-entertainment/

Alex Cobbett was one of a number of musicians to take part in the Troubadour Series last year. (Photo by Randy Nickerson) By Courtney Bachar The Troubadour Series is back and better than ever this year. Oshawa Councillor Rick Kerr says the live entertainment, which happens every Saturday in August i...

08/13/2021

Durham Region Health Department will be winding down local COVID-19 vaccine mass immunization clinics, effective Saturday, Aug. 14.

https://oshawaexpress.ca/mass-immunization-clinics-winding-down-in-durham/

Durham Region Health Department will be winding down local COVID-19 vaccine mass immunization clinics, effective Saturday, Aug. 14. The health department says this gives community members a few more weeks to get their first or second dose at one of these clinics. “Local mass immunization clinics a...