Press Releases

Township Page, Cosmos October 24, 2024

October 24, 2024 issue of Township Pages of Cosmos Newspaper

South Balsam Street Stormwater Pond Rehabilitation Set to Commence Nov. 4th

Reconstruction of the South Balsam Street Stormwater Pond is set to commence November 4th. Construction crews will be working on-site throughout the winter, with construction anticipated to conclude on June 30th, 2025, weather permitting.

The pond, located south of South Balsam Street and east of Turner Drive, is no longer functioning as designed due to the age of the facility and vegetative growth at the site. The pond will be reconstructed by cleaning existing ponds and installing a new storm...

New Asphalt Walkway Installation at Harold Bell Memorial Park Set to Commence

Construction of a new asphalt walkway at Harold Bell Memorial Park begins October 25th and will continue until November 1st, weather permitting.

The walkway construction will connect the new Goodwood Road sidewalk to the playground within the park, providing safer and easier access to the park’s facilities.

The park and playground facilities remain open during construction.

Are you Weather-Ready, Durham Region? Tell us!

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region is considering expanding its Durham Greener Homes program to help residents reduce the impact of severe weather on their home or property. This can include reducing the impact of basement flooding, wind damage, and heat stress. We are looking for input from residents who own or rent their home to help design the program. 

The Durham Greener Homes Weather-Ready survey is part of a broader engagement strategy with local area municipalities, residents, community...

Learn about ways to reduce waste during Waste Reduction Week

How can reducing waste help you save money and protect the environment?

That’s the topic of discussion for this Waste Reduction Week (October 21 to 27). As part of celebrating Circular Economy Month, Waste Reduction Week is an opportunity to learn more about specific waste streams and the waste reduction component of a circular economy through daily themes.

Themes for this week:

• Monday, October 21 – Repair Monday
• Tuesday, October 22 – Textile Tuesday
• Wednesday, October 23 – E-Waste Wednesday
• Thursday...