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May is National Lyme Disease Awareness Month

Health Department urges everyone to take precautions against tick bites

Whitby, Ontario – As the weather warms up and outdoor activities increase, Durham Region Health Department reminds everyone to take precautions against tick bites, which can lead to Lyme disease infections.

Lyme disease is caused by the bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi, which can be transmitted through the bite of an infected blacklegged tick. Blacklegged ticks are widespread across Durham Region, especially in forested or grassy...

Celebrate National Public Works Week at free events in Durham Region

Whitby, Ontario – A simulator, equipment demonstrations, Touch-a-Truck, facility tours and more! Take part in our free, fun-filled community events on Saturday, May 24 and discover the many services provided by the Works Department as we celebrate National Public Works Week (NPWW).

When: Saturday, May 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (rain or shine).

Where:

Duffin Creek Water Pollution Control Plant
901 McKay Road, Pickering
Activities include a tour of this award-winning plant, children’s activities,...

Township Page, Cosmos April 24, 2025

April 24, 2025, Issue of Township Page of Cosmos Newspaper.

Give your batteries new life: Recycle batteries during the week of April 28

Batteries dead? Don't let your old batteries go to waste!  Put household batteries out for recycling during the week of April 28 on your regular collection day. Place used household batteries in a clear, sealable plastic bag. Sealed bags are to be placed on top of your closed Green Bin for collection.

Batteries are not garbage as up to 92 per cent of battery components are recyclable and recoverable. By taking part in the battery collection program, you can help prevent mercury, cadmium and other...

Huck Finn Returns to Elgin Pond on April 26th!

The Uxbridge Huck Finn Youth Fishing Days are back this spring! Starting April 26th, families can enjoy fishing at Elgin Pond all season long, with exciting opportunities to win prizes and participate in monthly photo contests. The pond will be stocked with 500 Brook trout, courtesy of the Ministry of Natural Resources, ensuring plenty of fishing fun.

Look out for the Township’s friendly By-law officers as they will be surprising lucky anglers periodically throughout the season with prizes...