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Flood outlook was in effect until September 3, 2026 at 5:00 PM
The dated notice relayed a TRCA outlook about possible flooding from severe thunderstorms and heavy rain; it was not a current warning after its stated expiry.
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AI-generated illustrationDRPS charges 41-year-old after alleged romance fraud affecting five victims
Five victims allegedly lost more than $1 million between 2020 and 2025; the allegations have not been proven in court.
AI-generated illustrationDCDSB News: Back-to-School, September 2026
DCDSB says students are expected on September 8, while class placements, timetables and transportation information are already available to families.
DDSB redirects some new Whitby and Pickering registrations as enrolment grows
Students already enrolled at Whitby Meadows and Josiah Henson public schools will remain there; the measures apply to new registrations received after June 30, 2026.
CrimeDRPS charges Pickering man in alleged sexual assaults involving two children
The alleged offences occurred on numerous occasions in Pickering and Toronto between November 2025 and July 2026; the allegations have not been proven in court.
newsDRPS says teen suffered life-altering injuries in Pickering e-scooter collision
A DRPS release dated Sep 02, 2026, reported the 16-year-old rider in stable condition after the September 1 collision at Whites Road and Finch Avenue.
newsLakeridge Health and Ontario Shores announce Durham mental-health partnership
The two organizations say the collaboration will pursue more connected mental-health and addictions care through research, education, training and clinical innovation.
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Durham municipalities unite for Hunger Action Month food drive
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Labour Day brings service changes across Durham Region on September 7
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Pickering recreation complex plans change-room and parking disruptions
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DRPS seeks suspects in Pickering dealership break-in
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Pickering warehouse break-in: more than $145,000 in equipment stolen
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Durham council votes against Pickering Airport development
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Pickering's new GO Transit hub finally has an opening date
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Police seek suspects after Pickering home invasion
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DRT routes detouring during Glenanna Road closure in Pickering