Report says Ontario in PSW shortage crisis
(Photo courtesy Ontario Health Coalition) By Chris Jones/The Oshawa Express According to a recently released study by the Ontario Health Coalition, the province’s shortage [...]
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Chapman wants stable conservation authority funds
Oshawa city and regional councillor Bob Chapman wants the Ford government to provide more stable funding for conservation authorities. Chapman, who is the current chair of [...]
Fill site meetings approved
By Dave Flaherty/The Oshawa Express Residents in opposition of a proposed large fill site in north Oshawa exploded in applause as council approved two public meetings to be [...]
Review of rental licensing system moving ahead
By Dave Flaherty/The Oshawa Express Despite concerns from some councillors, city staff will once again explore the possibility of making Oshawa’s rental licensing system [...]
Highway of Heroes appeals to Durham for support
(Photo courtesy Highway of Heroes Living Tribute/Facebook) The co-founder of the Highway of Heroes Living Tribute campaign has appealed to the region for assistance. Highway [...]
Region opens access and privacy office
By Chris Jones/The Oshawa Express In an attempt to improve transparency and accountability, Durham Region has opened an access to information and privacy office at regional [...]
Robert McLaughlin Gallery announces new CEO
The Robert McLaughlin Gallery (RMG) has announced Lauren Gould has been appointed as the organization’s new chief executive officer. According to a media release, Gould has [...]
An update on broadband in Durham
By Chris Jones/The Oshawa Express Broadband in Durham’s northern areas continues to be an issue almost a year after council approved a comprehensive municipal strategy. The [...]
Planned French university welcomed by Durham Francophone community
By Dave Flaherty/The Oshawa Express News of a French-language university being built in Toronto is being welcomed by Durham Region’s Francophone groups. The federal and [...]
Port cargo haul strong, down from banner 2018
2019 saw nearly 575,000 metric tonnes of cargo arrive to the Port of Oshawa. According to a news release from the Hamilton Oshawa Port Authority (HOPA), cargo coming into the [...]