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Uxbridge professional mountain bike racer bankrolls season using GoFundMe

Mentoring for Success program helping Durham youth fill the gap “He just loved getting out on the trails riding his bike, he gravitated naturally to mountain biking, he loves the forest,” said Eric Orschel, Tyler’s dad.Eric was the one who introduced Tyler to the sport, and he’s watched him develop into the competitor he is today.“It’s become some much more technical, and that’s probably one of Ty’s greatest assets is his ability to adapt to the rock gardens, the log overs and the really technical elements that have developed in the sport,” said Eric Orschel.Competing on the world stage doesn’t come cheap.

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Weather cuts Ontario maple syrup season short

Producers across the province say they’re seeing some of their worst maple syrup crops in almost a decade.“Definitely the worst season we’ve had,” said Ben Tomory, Pefferlaw Creek Farms partner.Tomory wouldn’t normally be pulling taps from the trees this early, but mother nature didn’t co-operate this maple syrup season.“We made all of our syrup in 15 days, which is one of the shortest seasons on record,” said Tomory.Tomory has been making syrup at Pefferlaw Creek Farms, north of Uxbridge for the past seven years.In the past few weeks they produced 25,000 litres, 15,000 short of what they typically generate.

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Struggling businesses in Durham find ways to support community

Durham man launches GoFundMe campaign to help small businesses “On a bigger scale, we saw how much everybody else was still contributing to, so we didn’t want to lose some of the things we do in the community just because we couldn’t do them in the same way,” said Paterson.So they teamed up with a local Eggsmart to give out meals to those working at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences and for another initiative, raised $10,000 for a mental health program in the community.Natalie Prychitko with the Whitby Chamber of Commerce has seen many businesses shut down over the course of the pandemic but she’s also been blown away by the generosity of those fighting their own battle to stay open.“What’s unbelievable is the resilience

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Durham Regional Police break up massive car rally in Oshawa

COVID-19 gathering limits.“We received calls about people burning out in the parking lot with their tires,” says Tudos. “Also there was issues of people not social distancing, not wearing their masks.”A picture was shared on social media showing a number of people not wearing masks at the car meet-up, but Erica Meier, who was in attendance, says it doesn’t tell the whole story.“The majority of people that were there that night were wearing masks,” says Meier, a local car enthusiast.“It’s just the picture is deceiving.

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‘It’s hard’: Hundreds of parents likely won’t be able to see their children this Christmas

COVID-19 pandemic is having a major impact on families who are divorced or separated.One of the primary services that facilitated visits has been virtually halted, meaning many parents have not been able to see their children for an extended period of time.“It really feels like the kids are being kept away from me,” said one parent who asked not to be identified due to an ongoing custody battle.“I want to see them every week, but (the mother) keeps saying ‘no, ‘you’ll see them every other week.'” New Brunswick reverses policy, will allow Canadians from outside Canada to visit close family The father of two says he hasn’t been able to see his young children in person for weeks.

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‘Bulldog Fiesta Passport’ program hopes to keep Durham businesses alive during holidays

coronavirus pandemic, an Oshawa restaurant has brought forward an interactive initiative to help a number of owners make it through the holiday season.Julie Eves took over Bulldog Pub & Grill in February, just before the pandemic hit. She’s been fighting tooth and nail to stay afloat ever since, using any revenue she gets to barely cover the bills.“We didn’t pay ourselves for about four months,” she said.“We just had to pay the bills.

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Ontario Tech professor says far-UVC light could curtail COVID-19 transmission

Ontario Tech University professor in the faculty of energy systems and nuclear science says early research into a form of ultra-violet light that’s intended to prevent COVID-19 transmission is yielding positive results.Through computer simulations, Kirk Atkinson is exploring preliminary research from Columbia University in the U.S. that suggests far-UVC lamps could be used to significantly reduce the spread of the virus in enclosed spaces.“We found that we could get upwards of 85 per cent of (virus) killings in the air using this approach,” Atkinson says.

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Durham Region welcomes Movember as COVID-19 pandemic changes conversation on men’s health

Established GTA winery putting down roots near Port Perry, Ont. “All kinds of great mustache styles still look great under a mask,” said Shane Demerchant with Movember Canada.This Movember marks the campaign’s 14th year in Canada.Last year, around $20 million was raised for prostate and testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention.

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Lakeridge Health opens pop-up COVID-19 testing centre to deal with increasing demand

COVID-19 tests. Officials say with the economy slowly reopening and schools now in session, the demand is increasing exponentially.“We’ve had a large demand with kids back in schools, people back to work with testing,” says Dr.

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Habitat for Humanity GTA looking for volunteers

Durham Facebook group helping highlight struggling businesses “When it started there was no siding, there was nothing, just a shell of the house, and now it’s looking like a home. It really is, and I know they’re (volunteers) in there doing the final touches and getting it all ready for us,” said Church.Right now there are a handful of volunteers chipping away at the four 1,200-square-foot townhouses.“It’s been a long haul but it will all be worth it in the end,” said Wayne Dempsey, Habitat for Humanity GTA construction vice-president and Durham GM.Dempsey says the organization is in need of help after losing corporate groups.“We’ve never been in a situation where we’ve had to turn anyone away.

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Durham District School Board prepares for back to school Tuesday

Ontario family offers at home learning tips for parents this school year There’s plenty of signage throughout the hallways, water fountains are restricted, the stairwells have been re-assigned for traffic flow and there’s no access to lockers.“We’re not able to keep our students one metre apart so we’ve (decided to) keep (lockers) shut with a bolt so that students will have to have their belongings with them personally in class, their jackets and backpacks on the back of their chairs,” said Bradley.There are just over 200 students returning for in-person learning, two-thirds of the school’s typical enrollment, but that hasn’t reduced class sizes.“We had to determine if that number of desks would actually physically fit in the classroom

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Ontario family offers at home learning tips for parents this school year

Parents of DDSB students make tough decision over return to school “I typically try to make time for each person so I have one-on-one time so whether it’s their math or language they are struggling with, and others read alone.

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New look Oshawa backpack program helping to ease back-to-school stress

Parents of DDSB students make tough decision over return to school Trudell says making the decision to send him back to class was a difficult one, but she says it was a move they made with his education in mind.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]“We really don’t want to send him back because we know how he is and we know it’s him times 20 but at the same time we aren’t teachers,” said Trudell.Trudell isn’t alone. Other parents picking up backpacks Thursday say they’re also struggling with their decision.“I got advice from family, friends, what they were going to be doing and what their thoughts of it was,” said Kimberly Forbes, a local parent.“This year it’s hard.

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Durham Facebook group helping highlight struggling businesses

‘Support local’: Ajax, Ont., launches coronavirus business response plan Nana says they’ve racked up between $40,000 to $50,000 in debt, despite being able to offer limited dine-in.“Fifty per cent capacity doesn’t help us that much, because when we work out our labour costs and the cost of our materials to get the food going, there’s literally no profit,” said Nana.In April, Eric Novak created a Facebook group called Durham Region Eats to see which restaurants were still open and offering take-out services.“It just blew up, everybody sort of took to it, there’s this huge push to be supportive in a local community and I think this desire to support the people who are struggling was a real fuel to the fire,” said Novak.It started in Ajax

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Simcoe Street United Church in Oshawa needs restoration funding help

restoration.Scaffolding has taken over the front of the 153-year-old structure and while the project is underway, it has been facing difficulties over the past few months, namely COVID-19 and funding-related ones.“This building is part of the bones of Oshawa,” said Rev. David Moore, Simcoe Street United Church.Reverend Moore has been delivering sermons at the church for the past 25 years.

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Coronavirus: Community partnership aims to help youth cope with social isolation during pandemic

COVID-19 pandemic.The college will be working with Big Brothers Big Sisters North Durham by studying relationships between mentors and mentees between the ages of six and 18 to enhance virtual mentorship.Crystal Garvey, a Durham College professor and one of the project’s key researchers, says the goal is to help kids manage their anxiety during times of social isolation, while still being able to form a meaningful bond with their mentor.“We’re doing data collection, finding out the impacts social isolation really has had on our ‘littles,’ but not only the social isolation, but mental health and mental wellness,” she said.

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Parents of DDSB students make tough decision over return to school

coronavirus pandemic, others feel like they didn’t have a choice.Melike Ceylan-Leamen says she and her husband have made a comfortable workspace for their son Ayden. He has serve epilepsy, making him immune-compromised.The Grade 7 student will be one of about 13,500 DDSB students starting the school year at home.“It was a very quick and easy decision.

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Ontario Regiment Museum in Oshawa to reopen with COVID-19 screening — performed by AI

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Pegasus Animal Sanctuary struggles to stay afloat during coronavirus pandemic

Durham animal sanctuary needs volunteers in order to expand operation To keep the operation going, Hurst says it costs between $50,000 and $75,000 a year — a figure he says he hasn’t been hitting since the pandemic started.Hurst says it’s a combination of donations being down and not being able to generate any revenue with tours and visits due to the pandemic.In addition to losing money, Hurst says he’s lost half of his volunteers.“We can’t really take a lot of animals now because we’re in that situation where we don’t have the volunteers to look after them. The last thing we want to do is overstretch, go beyond our ability to take care of the animals,” said Hurst.Ray Smith has been volunteering for the past year.

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Ontario school bus drivers concerned about new school year

Durham Region food banks struggle to keep up with increased demand during pandemic “Four weeks to school and we have no idea what our runs are, we don’t know what kind of PPE we’re going to have, we don’t know how the buses are going to be cleaned after each run, who’s going to have to clean those buses, we just don’t know, we’re in the dark,” said Robson.About 18,000 school bus drivers in Ontario transport around 833,000 students to and from school.Nancy Daigneault, the executive director of School Bus Ontario, says they’ve been working with the Ministry of Education, Transportation and Public Health on new protocols.“Everything is going to depend on the numbers for COVID, that’s the way we are going.

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Durham Region food banks struggle to keep up with increased demand during pandemic

COVID-19 pandemic started. While the need for donations has increased, supply has been dwindling.Twice a week, Gillian Daly travels from Port Perry to help feed some of the most vulnerable in Whitby.She started volunteering at the Kendalwood Church Food Bank in March.“It’s not just about coming to pack stuff into boxes.

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Durham municipalities not rushing Phase 3 reopening

coronavirus pandemic reopening plan, which means several businesses that have been closed for months are now able to resume operations.When it comes to municipal services, however, each city or town is at their own discretion in terms of what will open and when.“Just because you can doesn’t mean you should,” said Shaun Collier, Ajax mayor.Collier said throughout the pandemic, Ajax has taken a more cautious approach than some of its neighbours and that’s not about to change.He said it takes time to get things back online and he’s concerned the province is moving too quickly.“The last thing I want to do is undo all the hard work that we’ve done and have to start over again at day one,” said Collier.

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New Ontario drivers told to ‘show up ready’ as driving schools given green light to reopen

COVID-19 pandemic hit.“All my friends have their licences, they’re all getting their cars and what not, I’m just still waiting to get my licence so, just missing out kind of feeling,” said MacDonald.

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Ontario government, NDP give conflicting accounts on handling of pandemic at long-term care homes

COVID-19, the minister of long-term care went to Treasury Board for support and funds and to address the problems they already knew about long-term care homes, but were refused.” Coronavirus: Canadian military arrives at 5 Ontario long-term care homes struggling with COVID-19 French referenced a report from the Toronto Sun alleging Ontario’s long-term care minister, Merrilee Fullerton, was denied funding by the Treasury Board to stabilize staffing levels in facilities across the province in early February.Fullerton responded to French Wednesday, saying, “our government has not only demonstrated concern for long-term care, but it’s put money behind it.”The opposition says if the allegations are true, the funding could have helped local

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Coronavirus: Durham Region mandating masks in indoor spaces

Ottawa, surrounding regions make indoor masks mandatory as of Tuesday “This is another source of protection and a cautionary measure that our numbers stay low, the outbreaks are minimized and it’s an additional measure.”Residents can use fabric masks or other types of face coverings. This will be mandated for all members of the community while they are in commercial establishments and other indoor spaces.“These are confined spaces,” says Dr.

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Durham Region driving schools await approval to reopen: ‘They’re going to be hurting’

‘I feel like we were left out’: Some Durham businesses unable to join Stage 2 of reopening Boateng Akyeampong moved to Durham Region from the United States last month and says he waited in line for an hour to get his Ontario licence.“It didn’t seem like when I got here there was a lot of clear direction as to where to go, if this was the correct line or if there was a separate line for just exchanging your permit, so that was a little bit frustrating,” said Akyeampong.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]Over 50 of the centres across the province are now operating on a limited basis.“We understand it’s going to be difficult in the Phase 2 while they get other things up and running.

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Coronavirus: Uxbridge businesses still facing hurdles amid reopening

reopen for six days now, but some shop owners in Uxbridge, Ont., say they’re still struggling because of a new construction project that has kept customers away.“It’s not pretty out there,” said Lee Hawn, owner and designer of The Lemonade Stand. “A lot of people get stressed out by construction, so they just don’t want to go near it.” Downtown Uxbridge, Ont., business owners facing added stress as construction begins In addition to the pandemic, the creative vintage studio says they are facing yet another hurdle to attracting customers, being right next to construction on the town’s new culvert installation.

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Ontario post-secondary students preparing for hybrid learning

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]That’s the direction Ontario Tech University is planning for the majority of its courses, but Dr.

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‘It’s demoralizing:’ Hospital workers in Durham continue to fight for pandemic pay

pandemic pay bump are speaking out against the province.Hospital workers in various regulated health-care professions say they’re being left out despite facing an increased risk of infection and contributing towards the recovery of COVID-19 patients.

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‘I feel like we were left out’: Some Durham businesses unable to join Stage 2 of reopening

coronavirus pandemic say they’re concerned about how they’ll survive when they’re unable to compete.“I feel like we were left out,” said Diana Moore, the owner of Eggsmart Whitby Shores.On Friday, Durham moved into Stage 2 of Ontario’s reopening plan, which includes places such as hair salons and swimming pools.

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Coronavirus: Durham businesses react to province’s reopening announcement

one of a handful of municipalities given the green light to move into Stage 2 of the province’s reopening plan starting Friday.Business owners across the region are now working to ensure they’re able to establish the necessary precautions.Monday’s announcement had Waves Salon owner Colleen Treen feeling a wide range of emotions.“All the feelings,” she said. “Overwhelmed, excitement, ’cause we’ve been waiting months to hear the news.”Treen says she’s fully booked over the next couple of months after not being able to operate since March.

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Coronavirus: Durham Region student athletes, coaches react to cancelled fall competition

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]“We’re all trying to cope with it,” said Marques, Ontario Tech University Men’s Soccer Captain.The 21-year-old is coming off a torn ACL he suffered in an exhibition game last year but a return to the pitch has been delayed yet again.“This is something we all look forward to, the season is one the biggest highlights of the whole year and it’s where we can connect with the school, the community, everyone has a great time, so it’s very, very disappointing,” said Marques.The fall cancellation affects over 700 athletes and impacts all 30 Durham College and Ontario Tech teams.While hockey and basketball seasons are delayed, the decision will completely wipe out the

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Coronavirus: Durham students pick up personal belongings

[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]“It’s been different not seeing my friends around, not doing group work,” said Daniels.

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Durham business owners concerned over future of indoor family playgrounds

As the province continues to work on its plans for Phase 2 of reopening during the novel coronavirus pandemic, businesses that are not scheduled to reopen any time soon are pleading for help.

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‘It’s the right environment’: Durham vet expects more ticks as dog parks reopen

While dog parks throughout the province have reopened, veterinarians are warning owners about another bad tick season.

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Online child exploitation in Durham hasn’t slowed during COVID-19 pandemic: Police

Durham police say human trafficking and child exploitation are two of the fastest-growing crimes in the country and the region.

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COVID-19 affects Muslims celebrating Ramadan and Eid in Pickering, Ont.

Ramadan is a month of fasting, prayer, reflection and community for Muslims around the world, including those in Pickering, Ont.

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Ontario golfers, boaters seem to be complying with province’s new COVID-19 rules

Part of Ontario’s first phase of reopening began over the weekend with golf courses and marinas.

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Statistics Canada: Women facing higher rate of unemployment compared to men

The latest numbers from Statistics Canada show women throughout the country have been hit harder than men when it comes to job losses.

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Coronavirus: Ontario Tech prof launches mental health studies during pandemic

Mental health has been an ongoing issue during this period of isolation due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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COVID-19 pandemic impacts Oshawa Fire Services’ recruit program

Oshawa Fire Services’ newest batch of recruits are getting ready for graduation, however, physical distancing rules amid the coronavirus pandemic forced significant changes to the training they received.

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Oshawa man delivers cardboard ‘shelters’ to homeless people in Durham

An Oshawa man is working to help provide shelter for homeless people in the region.

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‘She’s a miracle’: Durham rallies to give 11-year-old unforgettable birthday amid COVID-19 pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has changed so many facets of our life, including how we celebrate.

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‘I really want to get out there’: Durham fishermen hit snag with coronavirus restrictions

Despite the warming weather, most boaters haven’t been able to set up for the season amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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Durham focusing efforts on recovery post-pandemic

With the coronavirus pandemic into its seventh week, Ontario’s Durham region is now focusing its attention on the recovery process.

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Durham emergency child care centres offer relief during coronavirus pandemic

Since the coronavirus pandemic started, those who work in health care or in essential services have had to juggle work and family.

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Oshawa, Ont. sandwich shop owner sees major impact from COVID-19

When David Jennings set out to open a sandwich shop, he never thought that two years later, the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting economic fallout would happen.

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Durham residents explain how pets can be a lifeline during COVID-19 pandemic

During this pandemic, finding distractions can be difficult.

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