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Category: Police Blotter
Belleville Police – Police Grateful for Public’s Assistance in Apprehension of Pepper Spray Suspect (Name Released)
Public assist, officers arrest pepper-spray suspect Belleville police would like to thank the public for assisting in an investigation which
Quinte West OPP – Trenton Man Charged with Trafficking Methamphetamine (Name Released)
A Trenton resident has been charged with trafficking after a significant seizure of suspected methamphetamine. On Sunday, August 11, 2024,
Northumberland OPP – CBSA Assists Police in Sexual Assault Investigation
The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested an individual involved in a sexual assault investigation
Cobourg Police – Looking For Public’s Assistance Regarding Road Rage Incident
The Cobourg Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance with a road rage incident that took place on Monday afternoon
Northumberland OPP – Driver Arrested Shortly After Theft of Vehicle (Name Released)
The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) made an arrest in relation to the theft of a
Cobourg Police – Bi-Weekly Update
The Cobourg Police Service (CPS) bi-weekly update provides an overview of break and enters, theft from motor vehicles, mischief,
Peterborough Police – Indecent Act Arrest (No Name Released)
A 53-year-old Peterborough man is facing charges after an incident Monday morning. At approximately 11:00am on August 12, 2024, officers
Video – Thousands of Dollars In Damage for a Few Dollars of Copper in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=opcaJz7PT1k Cobourg Police have no comment after a few dollars worth of copper has caused thousands of dollars damage to
Video – Grain Wagons Go Into Ditch in Hamilton Township
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKB4JDyb5f0 There were no injuries after a two grain wagons went into the ditch in Hamilton Township on Monday, August
Exclusive – Two Years Later, Port Hope Family Still Looking for Answers After Loved One Found Beaten on Beach
It was two years ago today that David Purcell’s brother was taken off life support after being beaten on
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Private Retirement Party for Cobourg Police Chief Costs $5,000
The Cobourg Police Services Board has released more details surrounding a private retirement party for Paul VandeGraaf — including
Celebrate Canada Day at West Zwick’s Park in Belleville
The City of Belleville is inviting residents and visitors to celebrate Canada Day at West Zwick's Park on Wednesday,
Loyalist College Officially Opens Integrative Health Centre
Loyalist College officially opened its Integrative Health Centre on May 12, marking an important expansion of hands-on learning opportunities
Smile Cookie Week a Sweet Success in Support of New Campbellford Hospital
Record-breaking campaign demonstrates the power of community giving The Campbellford Memorial Hospital (CMH) Foundation is proud to celebrate a tremendous
Video – Photo Gallery – Suspicious Fire Destroys Home in Port Hope
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bN34DUvjIpo The Office of the Fire Marshal and Northumberland OPP Crime Unit are investigating after a suspicious fire in the
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Video – Photo Gallery – Students Showcase Creativity and Innovation at St. Joseph During Catholic Education Week
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32dfVI31rXU Students at St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School put their creativity and investigative skills on display as part of Catholic
Video – Photo Gallery – Cobourg Residents Get Sneak Peek at Summer Flowers During Greenhouse Open House
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erFrGq4-OGQ More than 100 people toured Cobourg’s municipal greenhouses on Saturday for an annual open house showcasing the flowers and
Video – Photo Gallery – Barn Fire Causes Over $1 Million Damage in Alnwick/Haldimand Township
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7i7hIhwkkU Damage is estimated at more than $1 million following a massive barn fire in Alnwick/Haldimand Township on Saturday, May
Video – Photo Gallery – Stories of Fallen Officer Paint an Heroic Portrait
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JbRwC-jCjv0 By Cecilia Nasmith/Today's Northumberland The heroic legacy left behind by Ontario Provincial Police Sgt. Brandon Malcolm was shared in loving
Video – Photo Gallery – Cobourg Farmers Market Opens 2026 Season with Music, Tradition and Community Spirit
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=unkS-XhCmIM The Cobourg Farmers Market returned for another season on Saturday, May 2, 2026, bringing fresh energy, familiar faces, and
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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’s Clow, Whelan at OHL Futures Camp
(Quinte Red Devils graphic) Cobourg’s Trent Clow and Lauchlan Whelan are among 120 participants at the Ontario Hockey League’s Futures
Video – Photo Gallery – Grand Opening of The Dink Den Social Club/Pickleball in Cobourg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50iIBjnVD2Y The fast-growing sport of pickleball has a brand-new home in Northumberland County. The Dink Den, Cobourg’s ONLY indoor pickleball club,
Local Players Win OHF U13 Championship with Quinte Red Devils
(Quinte Red Devils photo) Cobourg’s Kade Whelan and Port Hope’s William Beebe recently captured the Ontario Hockey Federation U13 AAA
Video – Photo Gallery – Friendly Rivalry on Ice at Port Hope Firefighters Tournament
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWxG-MiZ9k4 The sound of skates cutting across the ice and laughter from the benches filled the Jack Burger Sports Complex
Video – Photo Gallery – Northumberland Stars Win GMHL Russell Cup Championship
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kuZ6Lj9CWZs Jeff Gard/Today’s Northumberland The Northumberland Stars shined as the top team in the Greater Metro Jr. A Hockey League this