Community News

Newly renovated Orono Arena celebrates reopening with a free public skate

Clarington, Ontario – The Municipality of Clarington is pleased to announce the reopening of Orono Arena following extensive renovations inside the building. Mayor Foster and members of Council, along with members of the Orono Amateur Athletic Association, officially marked the reopening with a complimentary public skate on September 28.

The $3 million renovation included replacing the refrigerated floor under the ice pad, upgrading the changing rooms and shower areas, and replacing the rubber...

Join us for a commemorative ceremony on October 15 as we mark the reopening of Veterans’ Square

Clarington, along with the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 178, is pleased to invite the community to join us on Tuesday, October 15 at 1 p.m. for a commemorative ceremony to mark the reopening of the newly renovated Veterans’ Square in Bowmanville.

The newly transformed space now features five flag poles, raised gardens, accessible seating, paved pathways, a service animal relief area, and several mobility device charging stations. These upgrades have created a more accessible, vibrant and...

Clarington designates the Orono Library under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act

The Orono Library has been designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, solidifying its place as an integral part of the community’s history.

Located at 127 Church Street North, the property was built in 1882 and features an Italianate architectural style. In 2022, the Clarington Heritage Committee evaluated and recommended its designation due to the building’s cultural heritage value.

In collaboration with Clarington Library, Museums & Archives staff, accessibility upgrades were completed...

Clarington unveils new designs for South Bowmanville Recreation Centre, approves indoor pool

Clarington, Ontario – With shovels set to hit the ground in spring of 2025, Clarington’s new South Bowmanville Recreation Centre design plans are underway. On September 23, Clarington Council also approved the addition of an indoor aquatics facility to the site.

From left to right: Ward 4 Councillor Margaret Zwart, Mayor Adrian Foster, Ward 2 Councillor Lloyd Rang, Ward 1 Councillor Sami Elhajjeh, and Ward 3 and 4 Regional Councillor Willie Woo.

The approved Phase 1 design renderings show the...

Durham Region Municipalities come together to support Feed the Need in Durham

Update: Friday is your last chance to donate to Feed the Need at a Clarington facility. Drop off your non-perishable food donation at a location below or donate online!

Clarington, the Region of Durham and other area municipalities are coming together this National Hunger Action Month to help raise awareness, food donations and funds to fight hunger in the community.

Hunger is an important issue that affects individuals, seniors, and families throughout the Region. As Durham Region continues to...