Press Releases

YDHR Remains Non-Compliant

The Township of Uxbridge continues to work with York Durham Heritage Railway (YDHR) to comply with all safety regulations and orders.

Safety remains the Township’s utmost priority. The 20’ x 60’ tent that remains on site is not designed for snow loads and does not have a valid building permit. After continued non-compliance, the Township has now issued an order prohibiting occupancy of the tent. Last week, the Electrical Safety Authority identified new safety problems that required immediate...

Convenient curbside natural Christmas tree collection in January 2024

When the holidays are over, Durham Region will provide its annual curbside collection of natural Christmas trees. Natural Christmas trees will be composted with leaf and yard waste.

When and where:

• Ajax and Pickering: Christmas tree collection will be on regular collection days during the weeks of January 8 and 15 only.
• Brock, Clarington, Scugog and Uxbridge: Christmas tree collection will take place on Monday, January 8 and Monday, January 15 only.
• Oshawa and Whitby: Residents should refer to their...

Are you prepared for winter weather? Take a look at our check list!

Driving conditions in winter can be challenging. Ensure you are ready for driving in the winter by:

• Installing winter-rated tires, which can help improve safety and increase traction on slippery, snow-covered or icy roads.
• Having an emergency kit in the trunk of your vehicle with items such as blankets, a shovel, a flashlight, a flare, food and a first-aid kit.
• Using a windshield-washer fluid rated for -40°C or lower.
• Checking the weather forecasts and driving conditions before going out on the...

Township of Uxbridge Does Not Extend Lease Agreement with York Durham Heritage Railway

On December 11, 2023, Uxbridge Council denied York Durham Heritage Railway’s (YDHR) request for a lease extension. Effective December 31, 2023, the lease agreement between the Corporation of the Township of Uxbridge and YDHR will expire.

The decision to deny a lease extension resulted after multiple unsuccessful attempts to resolve outstanding issues and timelines for compliance were not met. The Township provided ample opportunity and warning to the lease holder that failure to act would result...

Shop local this holiday season during #ShopInDurham Week

Durham Tourism — in partnership with the Durham Economic Task Force (DETF) — ⁠are encouraging the community to shop local this holiday season during Shop in Durham Week, from November 26 to December 2.

Shop in Durham Week will kick off with a flag-raising ceremony at Regional Headquarters on November 27. This weeklong celebration highlights the region’s vibrant and diverse business community; serving as a reminder to support local businesses during the season of gift-giving — and beyond.

The goal...