DRT routes to detour around Glenanna Road construction for two weeks starting Oct. 13
Durham Region Transit routes 112, 118, 121, 211, 900B, 916, 917 and 920B will detour around a Glenanna Road closure in Pickering from Oct. 13 to Oct. 26.
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Durham accessibility awards recognize efforts across Whitby and region
The 2026 Durham Region Accessibility Awards recognized recipients from all eight local municipalities after receiving 41 nominations.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 2 min read
Whitby thrift shopper among Durham residents highlighted for reducing waste
Durham Region is highlighting residents who reuse and repair everyday items, alongside regional programs for textiles, electronics and food waste.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 2 min read
PULSE 900 and Route 902 to detour for downtown Oshawa Boo Bash
Whitby readers travelling through downtown Oshawa on Oct. 17 should note eastbound detours on two Durham Region Transit routes. Westbound service will follow its usual routes.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 1 min read
Whitby bus stop at Thickson and Rossland to close temporarily Oct. 8
Durham Region Transit riders will need to use another northbound stop when stop #283 closes for construction. A temporary stop will be available about 200 metres south.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 1 min read
Police seek suspect in Whitby restaurant break-ins
Police are asking for help identifying a suspect after cash was stolen from Los Cabos restaurant in Whitby. Investigators believe the same person is responsible for several restaurant break-ins in 2025.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 1 min read
Free PA Day event invites families to explore Durham York Energy Centre
Pickering families can visit the Durham York Energy Centre in Courtice for a free PA Day event on October 26. Activities include control-room tours and button making.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 2 min read
Port Perry man charged with murder in Durham’s fourth homicide of 2026
A 32-year-old Port Perry man has died and another man faces a second-degree murder charge. Durham police say the incident was isolated and there is no public safety concern.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 1 min read
Durham Catholic board welcomes new permanent school staff at commissioning Mass
The Durham Catholic District School Board welcomed new permanent school-based employees at its annual Mass and commissioning celebration in Whitby.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 1 min read
Lane restrictions planned on Ritson Road North in Oshawa
Lane restrictions are scheduled between Conlin Road East and Britannia Road East from October 12 to November 20 for temporary sidewalk construction.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 1 min read
Lincoln Avenue student wins Ajax’s Fire Chief for the Day contest
Lokesh of Lincoln Avenue Public School was selected from 573 submissions for a poster highlighting fire escape planning, emergency preparedness and smoke alarm testing.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 1 min read
Durham Thanksgiving closures affect offices, child care and transit service
Durham Regional facilities will close Monday, October 12, while transit runs on weekend service. Primary care outreach and homelessness support will remain available.
By Ajax Voice Staff · 2 min read