News

The April 1, 2021 issue of the Township page 2 of the Cosmos newspaper is now available for viewing.

Residents wishing to light a recreational fire or have an open-air burn now have two ways to obtain a permit. The Township has implemented an on-line application for fire permits. The application process is straightforward, and applicants are only charged once their permit is approved. Residents can also apply for a permit in person at the Fire Station during regular hours of operation. Fire permits are no longer sold at Town Hall or at the Uxbridge or Zephyr Libraries.

“We are pleased to offer on-line...

A portion of Brock St. W. will be closed to through-traffic, from Tuesday, April 6th for several days. The road will be closed between Toronto St. and Bascom St. The closure is related to Brock Street Culvert Project construction work. Centennial Dr. will remain closed at the same time. The duration of the closure is weather dependent.

The large crane will move into position on Brock St. and will be used to install pre-cast culvert sections immediately south of Brock St. Once the segments are in...

The Regional Municipality of Durham is advising residents of changes to the scheduled curbside waste collection due to the upcoming statutory holidays.

Residents of Ajax, Brock, Clarington, Pickering, Scugog and Uxbridge who have curbside collection scheduled for Friday, April 2, will have their waste collected the following day on Saturday, April 3.

In observance of the statutory holiday weekend, the Regional waste management facilities in Brock, Scugog and Oshawa and the Household Special Waste...

Durham Region Health Department is expanding eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine to residents who are 70 years and older, or those who will be turning 70 in 2021. Appointments for the 70-plus eligibility group will begin at 1 p.m. on March 29. To book an appointment, visit www.durham.ca/vaccineappointment. Residents who need assistance to book an appointment can call 1-888-444-5113. In addition to residents 70 and older, the Health Department will continue to provide vaccinations for the current...