A 27-year-old constable in training died Tuesday in a motor vehicle collision while travelling to the Ontario Police College.
Tyrone Magbitang had been a special constable since May 2023, according to Whitby Voice. The Ontario Police College delivers training to new police recruits in the province.
He was 27 years old.
Town limits bookings during leaf collection
The Town of Whitby says booking availability will be limited until Nov. 1 while crews handle fall leaf and yard waste collection.
The town says dates are expected to reopen in early December.
Residents who had hoped to reserve town facilities or programs in the coming weeks may need to wait, and the town is encouraging people to plan around the reduced availability.
The town is also reminding residents to check the Voters' List ahead of this year's municipal election, to make sure their information is up to date before voting day.
College restaurant earns Readers Choice honours
A Durham College restaurant on the Whitby campus has picked up two honours in this summer's Whitby Reader's Choice Awards.
The teaching-inspired restaurant earned a Diamond award for Best Bang for Your Buck and a Platinum award for Best Vegetarian Restaurant.
The awards, decided by community votes, recognize local businesses and dining spots across Whitby.
DDSB posts EQAO gains
The Durham District School Board's 2025–2026 EQAO results show gains in several elementary assessments, according to results reported by Whitby Voice.
EQAO is the province-wide standardized testing program for Ontario students.
Mathematics remains a priority area for the board, with 48 per cent of Grade 6 students meeting the provincial standard.
Families with children in DDSB elementary schools can expect continued focus on math support as the school year continues.
