City News - Ward 5

Construction is underway to extend Consumers Drive (Stellar Drive), from Thickson Road to Thornton Road South; including reconstruction, urbanization and widening of Champlain Avenue from Stellar Drive to Thornton Road South. 

When: December 2019 - October 2020
The Region’s contractor, Dagmar Construction Inc., anticipates completing the work by late October 2020. Unfavorable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Why:
This project includes reconstruction,...
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The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department advises residents of lane restrictions on Bloor Street West (Regional Road 22) in Oshawa.

When: December 2 to 13.

Where: Eastbound and Westbound on Bloor Street West, from 75 metres west of Oxford Street to 50 metres east of Oxford Street, in the City of Oshawa.

Why: To install water, sanitary sewer and storm sewer services in support of new development.

Note: Drivers are asked to exercise caution for the safety of pedestrians,...
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Oshawa Fire Services crews have declared the fire out at Durham Tire, located at 491 Ritson Road South. No injuries were reported by civilians or staff.

At this time, Fire Prevention personnel remain on scene, awaiting the arrival of the Ontario Fire Marshal.

One northbound lane on Ritson Road will remained closed in the area until the investigation is complete, but all other lanes have reopened. It is now safe to reopen windows and doors.

Update #2 as of 4:00 p.m. Wednesday,...
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Oshawa Fire Services crews are on scene at a structure fire at 491 Ritson Road South, near McNaughton Avenue. No injuries have been reported.

Oshawa Fire Services are actively fighting the fire. Due to smoke, Fire Services asks all those west of Ritson Road South between Beatty Avenue and McNaughton Avenue to close doors and windows and stay indoors.

Community members are asked to stay clear of the area south of Olive Avenue on Ritson Road.

Further updates will be available on the...
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The City of Oshawa is looking for your input on the redevelopment of Lakeview Park’s playground and splash pad.

The vision for the new Lakeview Park playground and splash pad includes accessible, unique play experiences, multi-sensory features and themed elements.

Community members are invited to review the playground and splash pad concept plan, proposed elements and site features, and share input:

• Online on Connect Oshawa;
• On paper at Service Oshawa (50 Centre St. S.); and,
• In-person...