The Township of Scugog is offering two free CPR-C training courses for residents aged 18 and older, with sessions hosted by St. John Ambulance on November 7 at the Scugog Community Recreation Centre and November 14 at BlackstockRecreation Complex, both from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Each session is limited to 18 participants, with spots available on a first-come, first-served basis. The training will teach participants how to respond to emergencies, recognize heart attacks and perform CPR on adults, children and infants.

A 32-year-old Port Perry man named Taylor John Frey, has died after being found with traumatic injuries near Water and Mary streets on October 6. Durham Regional Police arrested 33-year-old Ryan Bullock, who has been charged with second-degree murder and held for a bail hearing.Police say the incident was isolated and there is no concern for public safety, and are asking anyone with information or surveillance footage to contact the homicide unit or crime stoppers anonymously.

Drivers travelling in the Zephyr area are reminded that Zephyr Road, or Regional Road13, is closed between Concession 5 and Concession 6 until November for the replacement of Laurie Bridge, along with road restoration and the installation of a new guide rail system. Traffic is being detoured along Sandford Road, and drivers are encouraged to plan ahead, allow extra travel time and expect delays in the area.