In this issue of Whitby Thrive…

☀️ Today’s Weather in Whitby 

 🥣 Quaker Canada Recalls Granola Bars and Cereals Over Salmonella Concerns

📚 Police Declare School Safe After Thorough Inspection, No Threat Found

 🚨 Third Suspect From Whitby Arrested in Cobourg Beach Shooting Case

🖼️ Station Gallery: Uniting Community through Arts and Culture

🏆 Trivia

 🏀 Ontario Tech Ridgebacks Triumph Over York Lions in Thrilling Home Game

 🥅 Oshawa Generals Extend Winning Streak with 3-1 Victory Over Kingston Frontenacs

 🏡 Whitby's Weekly Real Estate Update

 📌 Weekly Obituaries

 📅 Whitby Events

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Quaker Canada Recalls Granola Bars and Cereals Over Salmonella Concerns

Quaker Canada has issued a voluntary recall of certain granola bars and Harvest Crunch cereals due to a possible salmonella contamination. This recall follows a similar action by the Quaker Oats Company in the United States and is a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of Canadian consumers. Salmonella, a bacterium, can cause symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps. While most people recover without treatment, it can be severe and require hospitalization, especially in vulnerable groups like the elderly, infants, and those with weakened immune systems.

The products, distributed across Canada, should not be consumed. Consumers are advised to check their pantries and dispose of any items listed in the recall. For further information, product reimbursement, or queries, customers can contact Quaker Consumer Relations at 1-800-532-4004 between 10:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. EST, from Monday to Friday, or visit www.QuakerRecall.ca. Quaker Canada is collaborating with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) to remove the affected products from the market.

For a detailed list of affected products read more here.

Police Declare School Safe After Thorough Inspection, No Threat Found

The police have successfully completed a thorough inspection of the Bolton C Falby PS premises. As of now, there is no evidence to confirm the validity of the initial threat. The school environment is now deemed safe following the police investigation. Read more.

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Third Suspect From Whitby Arrested in Cobourg Beach Shooting Case

A significant development has occurred in the investigation of a shooting at West Beach in Cobourg, which took place on August 16, 2023. A third suspect, 21-year-old Elijah Kerridge-Lall from Whitby, was apprehended on January 11, 2024, at approximately 2:15 pm. This arrest, made by a partner police service in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), marks a pivotal moment in the case as there are no longer any outstanding suspects.

Kerridge-Lall faces multiple charges related to the August shooting incident. These charges include obstruction of police, multiple counts of failing to comply with a release order, pointing a firearm, discharging a firearm with intent, attempted murder using a firearm, knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm, possession of a loaded firearm, possession of a prohibited firearm, and being an occupant of a motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm. All these charges are outlined in various sections of the Criminal Code of Canada.

Currently, Kerridge-Lall is in custody for unrelated charges from another jurisdiction. He is scheduled to be presented before the courts at a later date to face the charges related to the Cobourg shooting incident. Read more.

Station Gallery: Uniting Community through Arts and Culture

Station Gallery (SG) stands as a vibrant and inclusive creative hub in the community, operating as both a public art gallery and a registered charity. SG showcases a diverse range of art exhibitions featuring emerging, mid-career, and established artists. Beyond just displaying art, the gallery actively engages with the community by offering a variety of programs, classes, workshops, performances, and special events designed for people of all ages and abilities. This involvement extends to being a resource for artists and a fervent supporter of creativity and empowerment.

The gallery houses four main exhibition spaces. The Jill Dyall Community Gallery is specifically dedicated to community exhibitions, while the other three galleries are versatile, hosting either solo artist exhibitions or group collections.

As a registered Canadian charity, Station Gallery is driven by a mission to unleash the power of arts and culture. This mission aims to educate, connect, and inspire diverse communities in meaningful and compelling ways. The gallery's vision is to see arts and culture thriving in Durham Region, recognized as a vital part of thriving communities. Learn more about Station Gallery here.

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Ontario Tech Ridgebacks Triumph Over York Lions in Thrilling Home Game

In a thrilling home game, the Ontario Tech men's basketball team continued their undefeated streak at the Campus Recreation and Wellness Centre in 2024, securing a 79-68 victory over the York Lions. The Ridgebacks maintained control for the majority of the match, thanks in large part to the standout performance of Ayub Nurhussien from Hamilton, Ontario, who scored an impressive 22 points. Despite a strong effort from Elias Panagiotopoulos of the Lions, who notched 14 points, it was the consistent teamwork and skill of the Ridgebacks that prevailed. Levi Ogbonna from Toronto also made a significant impact with a double-double, scoring 15 points and grabbing 10 rebounds. Read more.

Oshawa Generals Extend Winning Streak with 3-1 Victory Over Kingston Frontenacs

On January 12, 2024, the Oshawa Generals triumphed over the Kingston Frontenacs with a 3-1 scoreline, marking their third win in a row. Key players included Jacob Oster, who made significant saves, and Connor Lockhart, who scored two goals, including a last-second goal to seal the victory. Read more.

In addition to its business and community events, Downtown Whitby is also known for a particular architectural feature. What is this distinctive characteristic of Downtown Whitby?

• A) It has the highest number of Victorian-era buildings in Ontario.

• B) It is known for its unique Elizabethan-style architecture.

• C) It features a significant number of art deco buildings.

• D) It is renowned for its modernist architectural designs.

Answer posted below.

Whitby's Weekly Real Estate Update

1. 29 Vineyard Ave, Whitby, ON L1P 1X7
   Sale Price: $1,622,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 4.5

2. 114 Way St, Whitby, ON L1M 1B8
   Sale Price: $1,600,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2.5

3. 32 Vineyard Ave, Whitby, ON L1P 1X4
   Sale Price: $1,480,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4.0

4. 41 Thorndyke Cres, Whitby, ON L1M 1G4
   Sale Price: $1,300,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3.5

5. 6 Amanda Ave, Whitby, ON L1M 1K5
   Sale Price: $1,158,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2.5

6. 40 Tamarisk St, Whitby, ON L1R 3N2
   Sale Price: $1,035,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3.0

7. 502 Powell Rd, Whitby, ON L1N 6Y7
   Sale Price: $1,030,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3.0

8. 66 Shenandoah Dr, Whitby, ON L1P 1T3 
   Sale Price: $1,030,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3.5

9. 543 Bradley Dr, Whitby, ON L1N 6B8
   Sale Price: $1,025,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2.5

10. 15 Drewbrook Crt, Whitby, ON L1N 8M9
    Sale Price: $997,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3.5

11. 117 Grath Cres, Whitby, ON L1N 6N7
    Sale Price: $989,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2.5

12. 38 Colette Dr, Whitby, ON L1N 6G7
    Sale Price: $990,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2.5

13. 38 Amanda Ave, Whitby, ON L1M 1K4
    Sale Price: $985,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3.5

14. 224 Fallingbrook St, Whitby, ON L1R 2B1
    Sale Price: $925,000 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 3.0

15. 6 Aller Park Way, Whitby, ON L1M 0L5
    Sale Price: $910,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2.5

16. 138 Kirkland Pl, Whitby, ON L1P 1X2
    Sale Price: $893,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2.5

17. 80 Jays Dr, Whitby, ON L1R 2T8
    Sale Price: $874,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2.5

18. 374 Prince Of Wales Dr, Whitby, ON L1M 6N9
    Sale Price: $870,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2.0

19. 20 Heda Crt, Whitby, ON L1N 5Y8
    Sale Price: $836,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1.5

20. 1016 Mcquay Blvd, Whitby, ON L1P 1R7
    Sale Price: $820,000 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2.0

21. 119 Magpie Way, Whitby, ON L1N 0K5
    Sale Price: $780,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3.0

22. 16 Amulet Way, Whitby, ON L1R 0R5
    Sale Price: $720,000 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2.5

Data source: Redfin.ca

Recent Obituaries

Trisha Sehl (March 20, 1987 - January 8, 2024): passed away at 36, leaving behind her partner Jacob Glazier, their children, her parents Wendy Adams (Scott) and Lawrence Sehl, and grandparents Sandra & Lawrence Durno.

Georgina ‘Gina’ Scott (September 6, 1956 - December 21, 2023): Gina Scott passed away at 67 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa.

Steve (Istvan) Szuhai (December 10, 1936 - January 8, 2024): Born in Hungary, Steve passed away in Whitby, ON, after escaping to Canada during the Hungarian revolution.

Ruth Jeanne Slemon-Froud (February 24, 1925 - January 11, 2023): passed away at Chartwell Oshawa, daughter of Margaret Benner Thompson (Cross) and James Richard (Jim) Thompson.

Elizabeth Joyce James (December 28, 1929 - January 10, 2024): passed away at Fairview Lodge, Whitby, survived by her children Paul, Patricia, and the late Brenda.

Bert Michel Sr. (September 11, 1927 - January 10, 2024): originally from the Netherlands, passed away at Taunton Mills Long Term Care Home.

Ken Bernard (January 8, 1948 - January 10, 2024): Ken Bernard passed away suddenly at home at 76.

Clara Joyce Hodgson (Died January 10, 2024): aged 95, is remembered by her children Richard, Catherine, and Patricia, and was predeceased by her husband John.

Robert John David Hall (November 27, 1947 - January 10, 2024): passed away at Lakeridge Health Port Perry, deeply loved by his wife Carolyn.

Antoni (Tony) Ptak (October 3, 1929 - January 9, 2024): passed away at 94 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, survived by his son Steven and extended family.

Agnes Theresa Cushinan (January 6, 1928 - January 9, 2024): passed away at Ballycliffe Long Term Care, leaving behind children Joanne, Laurie, Michael, George Jr., Theresa, Patricia, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Douglas French (June 18, 1931 - January 9, 2024):a self-made man, passed away leaving behind his wife of 71 years, Dorothy French.

David Arthur Boyle (Died January 9, 2024): husband of Olga for 55 years, passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa after a brief battle with cancer.

Patrick Larade (September 28, 1945 - January 5, 2024): leaves behind his wife Kathy, children Robert, Debbie, Francine, Michelle, stepson Jimmy, and several grandchildren.

Dora H. Mulhall (Born 1934 - Died January 9, 2024): passed away at Ajax-Pickering Hospital at 89 due to an accidental fall.

Stephanie Weddel (Died January 9, 2024): is survived by her husband Glenn, children Donnie, Chloe, Lincoln, Dexter, and a large extended family.

Lori Ann Lapp (October 22, 1967 - January 8, 2024): beloved wife of Steve for 36 years and loving mother of Katie and Dalton, passed away at 56.

Linda Ruth Runton (Died January 8, 2024): is remembered as a beloved mother, grama, sister, aunt, and friend.

Patricia Jackson (November 3, 1942 - January 7, 2024): predeceased by her husband Beverly, is survived by her children Steven, Ann, and Marilyn.

Angela Lane (February 21, 1948 - January 7, 2024): beloved wife of Brian and loving mother of Sharon and Jeanette, passed away at AgeCare Samac at 75.

Rita Gay Hale (March 21, 1937 - January 7, 2024): reunited with her husband Harry (1991), is survived by her brother Robert French.

Elinor Clement (Died January 7, 2024): loving mother of Len Jr., Darrell, and Gord, and grandmother to several grandchildren, passed away at Glen Hill Strathaven LTC in Bowmanville.

Christine (nee Wilson) Boissoin (July 25, 1963 - January 7, 2024): aged 60, of Courtice, passed away, daughter of Nancy and the late James Wilson of Scotland.

Lillian “Gladys” (Glover) Flaherty (Born 1926 - Died January 7, 2024): predeceased by her husband Vernon K. Flaherty (2022) and her brothers, passed away at Lakeridge Health Port Perry.

Scott Partington (Died January 7, 2024): known as Scotty Beach, tragically passed away in Toronto at 35.

James “Jim” Charles Wilkinson (Died January 6, 2024): beloved husband of the late Colleen, is survived by his children, stepchildren, and siblings.

Eleanor Ruby Heloise Cook (nee Smith) (Died January 6, 2024): known as Heloise, passed away peacefully at home at 88.

Donald Stewart (August 12, 1929 - January 6, 2024): passed away at Lakeridge Health in Oshawa, born in Graniteville, Quebec, and was the second youngest in a family of 5.

Caroline Pauline Martell (Died January 6, 2024): predeceased by her husband Roy Sr., passed away at Lakeridge Ajax Pickering Hospital, leaving behind children Roy, David, Michael, and Kevin.

Doris Blanche Lundrigan (Died January 6, 2024): in her 98th year, passed away surrounded by family, predeceased by husband Dave and daughter Debra, survived by daughters Dale and Dianne, and son David.

Frans (Frank) Casper Glasbergen (September 22, 1944 – January 6, 2024): passed away at Lakeridge Hospital in Oshawa at 79, with family by his side.

Gloria Gwendolyn Poulton (Died January 6, 2024): aged 74, passed away at Lakeridge Health Center in Bowmanville, beloved wife of Dan Poulton.

Dennis William George Stuckless (June 13, 1944 – January 6, 2024): peacefully passed away at Ross Memorial hospital.

Scott Douglas Anderson (Died January 6, 2024): aged 59, passed away at Lakeridge Health, Oshawa hospital after a short battle with cancer, leaving behind his wife Gloria and son Ian.

Alfred Gibson (March 29, 1943 - January 5, 2024): born in St Vincent and the Grenadines, passed away after a life that spanned continents, leaving behind his true love, Patsy Davis.

William (Bill) Irwin (1938 - 2024): passed away surrounded by family at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, leaving behind his wife Marion, daughters Kathy and Marg, grandchildren, and a great-granddaughter.

Douglas Eric Russell (Died January 5, 2024): aged 78, passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, beloved husband of Maxine (Mimi) for 60 years.

Wendell A. Brown (Died January 5, 2024): husband of 60 years to Delrose Brown, passed away at Northumberland Hills Hospital, surrounded by family.

Diane Elizabeth Gilbert (October 13, 1951 – January 4, 2024): predeceased by her husband Garnet and stepson Adam, is remembered by her children Kirk, Jennifer, Cheryl, and her grandchildren.

Lawrence “Larry” Perkins (November 21, 1941 – January 4, 2024): in his 83rd year, passed away with his wife Sharon by his side, leaving behind a loving family including his son Robert.

Douglas Joseph Finney (July 2, 1932 – January 4, 2024): predeceased by his wife Geraldine and sons Derek Wayne and Captain Derek Craig, is survived by children Lorne and Donna, and grandchildren.

Melle (Mike) Sluys (September 21, 1955 - January 4, 2024): aged 69, leaves behind his partner Liesbeth, children Miranda and Stephanie, and grandchildren.

Eileen Helen Barney (Died January 4, 2024): aged 82, beloved wife of the late Gordon, mother of Catherine, Steven, and the late Kevin.

Cirok Sophia Nagy (Died January 4, 2024): in her 99th year, was predeceased by her husband Stephen in 2014.

Nancy Mackay (nee Murrall) (Died January 4, 2024): aged 101, passed away at home, soon to be reunited with her husband Robby, leaving behind children Bruce and Pamela.

Helen Chalifoux (Died January 4, 2024): aged 92, passed away at home in Prince Albert, beloved wife of Leo Chalifoux.

Patrick William Callaghan (Died January 4, 2024): a masterful carpenter, passed away peacefully in his home.

Marilyn Olmstead (nee Woodward) (Died December 28, 2023): aged 87, passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, leaving behind her husband Eric, children Elizabeth and Derek, and grandchildren.

Carole Mary Villemaire (August 4, 1937 - January 3, 2024): aged 86, passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, predeceased by her husband Gordon.

Arlene Gladys McMaster (Died January 3, 2024): in her 85th year, passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, a cherished member of the Hazlett family.

Daniel Vincent Terrion (January 27, 1963 – January 3, 2024): passed away in the early morning, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness.

Charles John Armstrong (Octobe 15, 1942 - January 3, 2024): born in Timmins, passed away at the age of 81 at the Timmins and District Hospital, cherished by his daughter Kristen, son-in-law Stephen, and grandson Malcolm.

January 14th

• OPG Sunday: Blast from the Past - 10:30AM-12:30PM

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January 16th

• Durham College Program Information Night - Oshawa - 5:30PM-7:30PM

January 17th

• Durham College Program Information Night - Whitby - 5:30PM-7:30PM

January 18th

• Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Pain Workshop (55+) - 9:30AM-12:00PM

• Quick and Healthy Snack Foods with Sylvia (55+) - 1:30PM-2:30PM

January 21st

• BMO Free Public Skate - 2:00PM-3:45PM

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