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Category: Police Blotter
Durham Regional Police – Male Arrested After Driving Stolen School Bus While Impaired in Ajax (Name Released)
A male is facing numerous charges following a collision in a stolen school bus while impaired in Ajax. On Monday,
Cobourg Police – Cobourg Man Charged with Theft (No Name Released)
Man faces charges after police respond to shoplifting. On May 11, 2026, at approximately 6:50 p.m., police responded to a
Peterborough County OPP – Cyclist Run Off Road by Motorcycle
The Peterborough County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a call where a cyclist had
Northumberland OPP – Weekend Incidents Include, Impaired Charge, Highway 401 Collision, Traffic Enforcement
Impaired Charge On May 9, 2026, at approximately 2:50 p.m., an officer on patrol observed a vehicle unable to maintain
Northumberland OPP – Youths Charged with Break and Enter, Mischief
On May 9, 2026, shortly after 11:50 p.m., officers responded to an alarm activation at a school in Campbellford.
Peterborough Police – Incidents Include Drug Arrest and Impaired Charge (No Names Released)
Drug Arrest A 51-year-old Peterborough man wanted on a warrant is facing several drug charges after he was spotted in
Durham Region Police – Suspicious Fire in Pickering
Police are requesting the public’s assistance following a suspicious residential fire in Pickering. On Saturday, May 9, 2026, at approximately
Durham Region Police – Male Arrested for Arson in Oshawa (Name Released)
A male is facing charges after starting a fire inside of an Oshawa residence. On Saturday, May 9, 2026, at
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
Peterborough Police – Male and Female Charged with Indecent Act (No Names Released)
Indecent Acts Two people are facing charges in connection with an incident Sunday afternoon. At approximately 5:30pm on May 10, 2026,
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Former Cobourg Resident Imprisoned in Dubai Fears Extradition to South Sudan Could Be a Death Sentence
Hope is fading for a former resident of Cobourg imprisoned in Dubai who fears extradition to South Sudan could
Smile Cookie Campaign Raises Nearly $140,00 for Five Counties Children’s Centre and Peterborough Humane Society
There is a lot to smile about, as the local Smile Cookie Campaign has reached a new fundraising milestone
Government of Canada to Procure New Aircraft for the Iconic Canadian Forces Snowbirds
(Today's Northumberland file photo) The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, announced today a commitment to purchase a
Ontario Supporting Local Youth Through the Arts
$19,900 Ontario Trillium Foundation Grant Helps Film Access Northumberland Enhance Community Film Programming Ontario is continuing to invest in local
Ontario Boosting Music Industry in Port Hope
New $15,000 investment will support jobs and amplify the local music sector The Ontario government is investing $15,000 to protect
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Video – Photo Gallery – King Street Medical Centre Offers Many Benefits
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_IiL9deH2cQ Businessman Max Klaczkowski is very proud of the medical-arts building he owns at 316 King St. E. in Cobourg,
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
- Crime
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