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First layoffs in 27 years
Reports indicate two-thirds of St. Marys cement workers could be temporarily laid off by Christmas
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Reports indicate two-thirds of St. Marys workers could be temporarily laid off by Christmas. 2007 Photo.
By Jennifer Stone - Oct 21, 2008 - 04:13 PM
BOWMANVILLE -- This week’s announcement of large-scale, temporary layoffs at Bowmanville’s St. Marys Cement plant are a “little offensive,” given the company gave the union representing the workers no indication it would happen when the two sides met only two weeks ago, ... read more
First snow (0)
Oct 21, 2008 - 05:43 PM
DURHAM -- Old man winter is trying to get a head start on the coming cold-weather season with the first snow spotted in Durham Region. South Oshawa was among the areas where wet snowflakes were seen ... read more
Humane Society vandalized
By Jillian Follert - Oct 21, 2008 - 11:38 AM
OSHAWA -- Staff at the Humane Society of Durham Region spent Tuesday morning trying to keep cats and dogs warm after someone threw a rock through the front door of the shelter. Debby Houghton, an SPCA... read more
500 student rental homes... 11 licences
By Jillian Follert - Oct 21, 2008 - 04:30 AM
OSHAWA -- It's been nearly five months since Oshawa's controversial new rental licensing bylaw took effect and from all indications, it's not working. A new report from City Manager Bob Duignan ... read more
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Talks break off between Durham police and union
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Fall in all its glory

The Thanksgiving weekend offered residents the ...

Guns found in duct work, man charged

OSHAWA -- Police laid more than 20 charges against a man after the discovery Saturday of a large cache of weapons and ammunition in a downtown Oshawa ...

14-year-old charged with impaired driving

PICKERING -- A 14-year-old boy is facing several charges, including impaired driving, after a police pursuit ended with a crash early Saturday in ...

Cops search for Port Perry mosque vandals

PORT PERRY - Investigators have begun canvassing a north end Port Perry neighbourhood in search of clues that may lead to those responsible for ...

Durham College gets a new chairwoman

DURHAM -- Bowmanville High School's head of guidance is joining the Durham College team. Aileen Fletcher is the new chairwoman of Durham College's ...

Boys do better in Grade 9 math

DURHAM -- In Grade 9 math, more boys are achieving the provincial standard than girls. Whereas 70 per cent of academic boys are reaching the standard...

Oshawa principal gets a new role

DURHAM -- There's a new super in town. The Durham Catholic District School Board has appointed Maria Vasanelli as its newest superintendent, ...

Potters celebrate Christmas early

AJAX-- Transforming a chunk of clay into a three-dimensional piece that can be used or just admired is how Deanna Jones explains her love for pottery....

Art Guild of Scarborough fall art show

DURHAM -- Take a short trip west to enjoy the work of local artists. The Art Guild of Scarborough (AGS) is having its fall art show and sale on Nov. ...

Uxperience looking for proceeds recipient

UXBRIDGE -- Uxperience wants to continue helping the community by giving donations from their next play. Uxperience organizers are seeking ...

Bus service a plus in community

To the editor: I have been reading your stories about the bus issues on Audley Road in Ajax. As a fellow bus rider, I completely support keeping this ...

Teamwork saved life of hockey player

When 63-year-old John Vesters took the puck up the ice to make a rush in his men's league hockey game last July, he had no idea he was in the ...

Losers were in abundance in this election

To the editor:Re: Hard to see how opposition parties won this election, Niels Schonberg letter, Oct. 16. The absurdity and faulty logic employed by a ...

Tavares tally total nearing record levels

OSHAWA -- John Tavares continues to dazzle, whether it's in victory or defeat for the Oshawa Generals. With two more goals and four points in a ...

Lords fall short at nationals

OSHAWA -- For two games, it all went well for the Durham Lords at the CIBA men's baseball national championships in Montreal. Sam Dempster led his...

Clarington sports briefs for Oct. 21

Another strong season for Destroyers CLARINGTON -- The Darlington Destroyers Under 10 girls' soccer team completed a very successful first ...

Get your Camaro while they're hot

OSHAWA -- Those who want a new version of the classic Camaro can get their motors running. The 2010 model, which will be built in Oshawa starting in ...

Free home buying seminar available for first-time buyers

PICKERING -- Learn to take advantage of the current buyer's market. Buying a home for the first time is difficult when there are so many factors ...

Moving business in the community for 80 years celebrates anniversary

OSHAWA -- There's an old saying that goes: if you've got it, a truck brought it. Ross Mackie should know. Ross was born into a trucking family...

Get in the spirit with Christmas workshops

PICKERING -- Get a head start on Christmas. The Pickering Museum Village is holding a series of festive workshops that are guaranteed to get you in ...

Bazaar and bake sale

AJAX -- Get a head start on your Christmas shopping this Saturday. The Pickering Village Seniors Club is having a bazaar and bake sale on Oct. 25 ...

Rainbow muffins

These colourful and nutrient-dense muffins impress even the pickiest eater. With very little added sugar, you can feel good about the natural ...

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