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Category: Police Blotter
Belleville Police – Belleville Man Charged Misuse of 911 System (No Name Released)
On August 18, 2026, Belleville Police received more than 10 non-emergency 911 calls from the same male. The individual
Breaking News – OPP Locate Missing Aircraft in Kawartha Lakes; Pilot Found Deceased
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) can confirm that the pilot who was reported missing after failing to return to
City of Kawartha Lakes OPP – Male Charged After Incident at Balsam Lake Provincial Park (No Name Released)
Members from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to Balsam Lake
OPP – Third Set of Human Remains Located and Identified
Police have located a third set of human remains on a property northeast of Smiths Falls and confirmed they
Peterborough Police – Utter Threats, Hate Crime Arrest (Name Released)
Utter Threats – Hate Crime Arrest A 50-year-old Peterborough man is facing several charges in connection with a series of
Peterborough County OPP – Looking for Assistance After Theft from Store
Members of the Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are looking for assistance in identifying an
Cobourg Police – Incidents Include Breach, Liquor and Drug Offences, Probation and Weapons Offences, Disturbance (No Names Released)
Cobourg Man Charged with Breach Cobourg Police charged a 38-year-old Cobourg man with breaching a release order. On August 16, 2026,
Update – Cobourg Police – Suspect Charged After Collision in Cobourg (No Name Released)
A 32-year-old Cobourg man is facing multiple charges following an investigation into a motor vehicle collision in downtown Cobourg. On
City of Kawartha Lakes OPP – Pickup Truck Found in Canal Near Balsam Lake
Members from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to the canal
Northumberland OPP – Police Seek Public Assistance in Theft Investigation
The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a theft and is seeking assistance from the
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Six Northumberland Residents Honoured for Making a Difference
Six Northumberland–Clarke residents whose volunteer work, generosity and commitment to their communities have touched thousands of lives were recognized
Exclusive – Video – Cobourg Banker Dumped at Side of Road After 11-Months in Dubai Prison
Malnourished, sick and facing extradition to South Sudan, O’Grady says he was suddenly dumped at roadside and told ‘good
Video – Photo Gallery – A Sea of Orange in Alderville: More Than 600 Walk to Remember the Children
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3B_f2UHODLc More than 600 people filled the roads of Alderville First Nation Wednesday, September 30, in a powerful sea of
Firefighters Answer the Call — Now Ontario Will Help Pay the Bill
When the call comes in, firefighters don't get to decide whether it is worth responding. They roll. Fire trucks leave the
Video – Salmon Run Continues to Draw Crowds to Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UYEAPoRnfUA The salmon are still running — and visitors are still coming to watch one of nature’s most spectacular annual
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Video – Photo Gallery – A Sea of Orange in Alderville: More Than 600 Walk to Remember the Children
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3B_f2UHODLc More than 600 people filled the roads of Alderville First Nation Wednesday, September 30, in a powerful sea of
Video – Salmon Run Continues to Draw Crowds to Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UYEAPoRnfUA The salmon are still running — and visitors are still coming to watch one of nature’s most spectacular annual
Video – Photo Gallery – 52nd Applefest Draws Thousands to Brighton for Celebration of Harvest, Community and Local Pride
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZbbspc7niQ The apples may be at the heart of Applefest, but on Saturday it was the people, the community and
Video – Photo Gallery – Turkey Vultures Take Centre Stage as Port Hope Festival Draws Thousands
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vl-GKbBQWoI&t=2019s They came for the turkey vultures. They stayed for the music, the wildlife, the education — and, for more than
Video – A New Home for Northumberland’s History: County Archives and Museum Opens Its Doors in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0K6kd4RsC9Q&t=27s Northumberland County’s history has a new home — and it is a whole lot bigger, brighter and more welcoming. Located
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OPP – Nearly 600 Stolen Vehicles Recovered as a Result of Project Vector
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Provincial Auto Theft and Towing (PATT) Team and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)
OPP – Over 30 People Arrested Regarding Auto Thefts
Thirty-four individuals residing in Montréal and the surrounding area have been arrested following a joint forces operation between the
OPP – 274 Illegal Firearms Seized in Record Breaking Drug Bust
Province's largest seizure of handguns and assault-style rifles results in 16 arrests, 279 charges and one wanted person The Ontario
Quinte West OPP – Five People Charged with Murder (Names Released)
Five People Charged with Murder Five people have been charged with murder in connection with a death in early January
Durham Regional Police – Suspect Wanted in Killing of Pickering Casino Security Guard
Investigators have released the name and photo of a male wanted in the killing of a Pickering Casino security
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Cobourg Cougars Edge Lindsay Muskies in Home Opener
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland It was a fresh start for the new Cobourg Cougars in front of their home fans Monday
Northumberland Jacks 16U Makes OBA Championship Tournament Debut
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland A group that began as house league baseball players four years ago, the Northumberland Jacks 16U team
Northumberland Jacks 15U Black Select Team Caps Memorable Season with Top-Eight OBA Finish
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Northumberland Jacks 15U Black Select Team entered the Ontario Baseball Association championship tournament as one of
New-Look Cobourg Cougars Win OJHL Season Opener in Aurora
Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Cobourg Cougars opened the 2026-27 Ontario Junior Hockey League regular season Friday night with a 5-2
University Women’s Softball to be Showcased This Weekend in Cobourg
(Ontario University Softball graphic) Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland Ontario University Softball is set to launch its 25th season as a league this