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It was founded in 1832 and was named after Orono, Maine since the topography was seen as very similar. Declared a Police Village in 1854, the village remained small but vibrant. Farming was and remains critical to the area, and Orono was an important stop for years on the major road leading from Lindsay to Newcastle. Today the population is approximately 1800. It is located on Highway 35/115, approximately 45 minutes drive East of Toronto . Clarington was formed through the union of the Townships of Clarke and Darlington. Historically, Orono was the seat of government for Clarke Township. Now Clarington's fourth largest urban community, Orono has become a favourite with those who yearn for a lifestyle reminiscent of an earlier era -- beyond small town to a more rural, country way of life. When most area residents think of Orono, they think of celebrating. Orono is the locale for some of the most enjoyable and popular yearly events in Clarington: the Durham Central Fair and the Ontario Rodeo Finals. The fair draws nearly 25,000 annually to rejoice in the area's agricultural roots and features equestrian events, among others. The downtown consists of several small shops and a central town hall that are typical of villages throughout Ontario and the northern U.S. This picturesque setting has attracted several filmakers, and Orono's film credits include David Cronenberg's The Dead Zone(1983), Patrick Lussier's '''Dracula'''(2000) and Jim Abraham's '''...First Do No Harm'''(1997 - TV), starring Glenn Close. Furthermore, many of the town scenes from the CBC drama '''Wind At My Back''' (1996-2001) were filmed in downtown Orono. Producing millions of evergreen seedlings annually for restoring Ontario's forests, the Orono Forestry Station was founded in 1922. Unfortunately the forestry closed down in the mid 90's. At the centre of the village, residents and tourists enjoy the Sydney B. Rutherford Woods Walk park, one of the many forested areas in the quaint village. Orono is surrounded by several pastoral hamlets, such as Kirby, Kendal, Newtonville, Leskard, Starkeville; and villages like booming Newcastle and Bowmanville. Even in a small town of 1800 it still has a popular zoo called The Jungle Cat World. Located on the North side of Orono. Notable landmarks:
Orono, is also known for the Durham Central Fair which draw people from miles around. The nearby Kirby Ski Hill is a popular winter attraction. EXTERNAL LINKS |
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