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Local Road Closures in effect June 22nd for Run for the Diamond

Run for the Diamond is back on June 22nd, 2025! Run for the diamond is an annual 5K or 10K Run/Walk in support of the Uxbridge Hospital Auxiliary. With the ongoing expansion of the hospital, every donation is deeply appreciated. Please be advised that sections of local roads will be closed for the duration of the event. DRPS will be on site to manage closures beginning at 7:30 a.m. on the following roads:

• Conc. 7, between Goodwood Rd. to Main St. S. at Reach St.
• Elgin Park Dr., between Toronto St....

Township Page, Cosmos June 12, 2025

June 12, 2025 issue of Township Pages of Cosmos Newspaper

Notice of Pesticide Use along Township of Uxbridge Roads

The Township of Uxbridge intends to control noxious weeds along pre-selected rural Concession roadsides north of Davis Drive. Areas to be sprayed are marked in green on the maps below (click to enlarge).  The following pesticides registered under the Pest Control Products Act (Canada) will be used: 

• ClearView Herbicide (PCP registration number 29752), which contains the active ingredients, Metsulfuron-Methyl and Aminopyralid (present as potassium salt), in combination with Gateway Adjuvant (PCP...

The Canada Day Decorating Contest Returns for 2025

The Canada Day Committee is excited to announce the return of the Canada Day Decorating Contest! Originally introduced in 2020 as an alternative to the fireworks display, the contest was revived last year with great success. The Committee has decided to continue this tradition as a way to celebrate and showcase our community’s Canadian pride.

The prize for winning will be a free family pass to the 2025 Uxbridge Fall Fair. The winner will also be invited to join the committee for the flag raising...

Region of Durham strives to protect older adults from abuse

Whitby, Ontario – Anxious, confused, lonely, sad, scared and worthless are some of the many emotions felt by older adults across Ontario who are suffering from abuse. In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, the Region of Durham reaffirms its commitment to offering help, direction and support to older adults in our communities.

Elder abuse can take many forms, including financial abuse, neglect, verbal and emotional abuse, physical and sexual abuse, as well as ageism. To help...