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New Virtual Home Energy Assessment Tool launches in Durham Region

Today, the powerful new Virtual Home Energy Assessment Tool (vHEAT) is launching in Durham Region as part of the Durham Greener Homes Program. Using artificial intelligence (AI), vHEAT produces a digital energy score to help users understand how much energy their home consumes compared to homes of similar size, age, and type. The tool also provides each homeowner with a customized “retrofit road map” showing how they can reduce energy consumption, resulting in cost-savings.

Home energy use is a...

Upcoming lane restrictions on Brock Road in Pickering and Uxbridge

The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of upcoming lane restrictions on Brock Road in the City of Pickering and Township of Uxbridge.  July 17 through October 23. Unfavourable weather conditions and the Region’s contractor schedule may influence the work schedule.  From Brock Road (Regional Road 1) from north of Ninth Concession Road (Regional Road 5) to 200 metres north of Uxbridge Pickering Townline Road, in the City of Pickering and Township of Uxbridge.  Daily lane...

Upcoming road closure on Regional Road 1 in Uxbridge

The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of an upcoming road closure on Regional Road 1 in the Township of Uxbridge.  Regional Road 1, from north of Sandford Road to 400 metres north of Ashworth Road, in Uxbridge.  From July 16 to December 2024.  Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.

Note: The Region realizes that the work may be disruptive and will make every effort to complete the work as quickly and efficiently as possible. Drivers are asked to...

Heat Warning Issued for Uxbridge and Northern Durham Region July 15th

Environment Canada issued a heat warning on July 15th for the Township of Uxbridge and the surrounding area. A humid airmass has reached the region. Daytime maximum temperatures are expected to be near 29 degrees Celsius with humidex values near 40.

Residents seeking relief from the heat may visit Town Hall in Uxbridge between 8:30am and 4:30pm. Uxbridge Library is also offering relief from the heat during regular business hours. Please see Contact – Uxbridge Public Library (uxlib.com) for hours...

Sidewalk and Culvert Installation Begins along Goodwood Road

Sidewalk and culvert installation began this week along Goodwood Road, from Regional Road 47 to Concession Road 3. The construction is anticipated to conclude on September 1st, weather dependent.

This construction will provide various improvements to the area, including the connection of sidewalk to a recreational facility that includes a playground, sports facility and open space.

There may be intermittent sidewalk closures between Deer Ridge Rd. and the train tracks across from Old Mill Lane...