Press Releases

Celebrate Bike Month in Durham Region

The Region of Durham, in partnership with area municipalities and community partners, invites residents to celebrate Bike Month by taking part in a series of fun and educational cycling activities throughout the region. From June 1 to 30, residents are encouraged to explore Durham’s unique landscapes and scenic trails while practising safe cycling.

Where: Visit durham.ca/BikeMonth to register for a series of local activities including the Bike Month Pledge, Region-wide Cycling Contest and Bike...

Uxbridge-Scugog Animal Shelter Hosting Adoption Day and Fundraiser May 27th

Interested in adding a furry companion to your family? The Uxbridge-Scugog Animal Shelter is hosting an Adoption Day and Fundraiser event on Saturday, May 27th, from 11am-2pm at the Uxbridge-Scugog Shelter (1360 Reach St., Port Perry, ON). 

The shelter will have dogs and cats as well as puppies and kittens available for adoption. Adoption applications are required and will be available onsite for you to complete. Throughout the day, staff will be reviewing applications and hosting meet and greets...

Click in and Pedal for Patients in inaugural charity bike ride for cancer care

The Regional Municipality of Durham has partnered with Lakeridge Health Foundation to host a fundraising charity bike ride, Pedal for Patients. Money raised through rider and team fundraising will advance and support cancer care and the Our Cancer Campaign at Lakeridge Health.  

When: Sunday, May 28. Registration starts at 7:00 a.m. The deadline to register is May 21.  

Where: The bike ride will start and finish at Durham Regional Headquarters (605 Rossland Road East, Whitby). Participants can choose...

New Information Toolkit Supports Local Business

Whether you are starting a new business, or growing your existing one, the Township of Uxbridge can help. A new toolkit for businesses is a key resource for those looking to locate, relocate or expand their business operations in the Township of Uxbridge. The site provides links to valuable information including incentive programs, licensing and permitting information, signage requirements, etc.

Having all the information, resources and tools in one location makes it easy for business owners to...

Uxbridge to Host Film Crew May 11th on Brock St. W., & Church St. at Mechanic St,

Uxbridge is hosting a film shoot on Thursday, May 11th, between 7am-11pm. Production crews will be working inside and outside of the Roxy Theatre (46 Brock St. W.) and in the vicinity of Church St. and Mechanic St. Some production vehicles will be parked behind the Roxy Theatre on Centennial Dr., and some will be parked in the municipal lot that is located on the east side of Centennial Dr. Additional crew parking will take place at the Uxbridge Arena & Recreation Centre (291 Brock St. W.).