I don’t want to put a damper on things, but…
By Bill Fox/Columnist What is up with the Raptors and Jurassic park and everyone across Canada watching and cheering, including my wife and I? Even on the 75th anniversary of [...]
Articles by Chris Jones
Rebirth of Genosha Hotel into 70 King is nearing completion
The redevelopment of the Genosha Hotel is ongoing. A number of developers have attempted to bring the hotel to its former glory over the past 15 years. (Photo by Stefany [...]
Man stabbed in Memorial Park
Police are trying to identify a female suspect after a male received multiple, minor stab wounds during an altercation at an Oshawa park. On Sunday, June 9 at approximately [...]
Weekend fires cause millions in damage
Two early-morning fires on June 9 caused approximately $6 million in damage. The Ontario Fire Marshal has been called into investigate the first on Bloor Street West (photo [...]
Game 6 and 7 of NBA finals to air at Tribute Communities Centre
Chris Jones/The Oshawa Express Toronto Raptors fans are hoping the NBA finals will go a maximum of five games, but Oshawa will have its own version of “Jurassic [...]
Volunteers needed for Relay for Life
With the annual Relay for Life only a few days away, the Canadian Cancer Society is seeking volunteers to help with the event. Relay for Life in Oshawa takes place at Maxwell [...]
Late-Roger Anderson honoured for contributions to municipalities
The Federation of Canadian Municipalities has recognized former Durham Regional Chair the late-Roger Anderson with a Roll of Honour Award. The Federation of Canadian [...]
Four options on the table for GO expansion
This map shows the four options under consideration by Metrolinx for the expansion of GO train service into Bowmanville. (image courtesy of Metrolinx) By Dave Flaherty/The [...]
Cornerstone to receive $2.15 million to build affordable units
By Chris Jones/The Oshawa Express Cornerstone Community Association Durham Inc. will receive federal funding for an affordable housing project in Oshawa. The federal [...]
Whitby teen struck on Conlin Road
A 17-year-old Whitby male is in hospital with life-threatening injuries as a result of being struck by a vehicle while walking on Conlin Road in Oshawa. On at approximately [...]