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DURHAM REGION: Vote abolishes tax increase…but look how Mayor Ashe voted voted – First, a comment relating to pursuit to confirm this story which suggests a tax reduction has been voted/passed. It has not. The Durham Post reporter has misguided readers with the… … Continue reading →
PICKERING: Tax increase in these difficult economic times…amazing ! – Oshawa, Whitby, Pickering, Ajax, Clarington residents facing 6.04% increase in regional taxes Average municipal blended increase will be 4.6 per cent hike for 2026 Durham Region tax raise would lift… … Continue reading →
PICKERING: New Carbon Monoxide Alarm Rules in Effective Jan 1, 2026 – We wanted to quickly share an important safety update from the City of Pickering and Pickering Fire Services. Starting January 1, 2026, new Ontario Fire Code rules will take effect… … Continue reading →
PICKERING: Perhaps this is what people mean by ‘corruption’ in Pickering – The dept to which the City of Pickering, is involved with FGF Brands and the Skills Development Fund Training Stream may need investigation and public awareness. Millions of dollars have… … Continue reading →
R’s DESK: Best tips to connect with a live person in a company answering system – Here are the key tips for reaching a LIVE CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE by phone: Getting Through to a Human: Press zero on your keypad – many phone menus automatically route… … Continue reading →
PICKERING: DARS hits the jackpot at Casino Charity Gala – A lovely evening at the Mayors Gala held at the Pickering Casino. There were so many wonderful charities that are supported this very lavish event. Many that DARS considers valuable… … Continue reading →
PICKERING: RCRA’s Caroling in the Park, Nov. 29 – Rougemount Community & Recreation Association hits another home run in their work at unifying their neighbourhood: Caroling in the Park. Great spirit, great heart and a lot of enthusiasm on… … Continue reading →
ONTARIO: Ont Secondary School rankings – You may have to scroll to view the SCHOOL RANKINGS…. Ontario’s Secondary Schools ranking … Continue reading →
PICKERING: *** Municipal alerts*** not worth a pinch of coon…oops….salt – Ya ever wonder…. We get these warning alerts from the City of Pickering. What are supposed to do about them? Evacuate? How? Where? In what way? In what direction? Meanwhile,… … Continue reading →
PICKERING: Invitation skate at Don Beer arena, 11.29.25 – Neighbour-Led Holiday Skate — Invitation for Lynn Heights Residents One of our Lynn Heights neighbours has kindly invited our community to join them for a free holiday skate event, and… … Continue reading →